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Doug Franz UnpluggedLet Football Begin!00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:30 Pet Peeves 15:40 Doug's Big One = I Don't See It 25:00 Training Camp Preview with Howard Balzer 1:13:15 D-Backs Blow It 1:42:25 Vs Vegas 2025-07-231h 47

Doug Franz UnpluggedLeadership to Learn From00:00 Four-Minute Offense 8:30 Golf and Dentist 14:30 Doug's Big One = Kyler Learning from Tyreese 38:20 D-Backs Sweep! 52:21 Top 5 1:01:20 CARDS Insider Howard Balzer 1:41:50 ASU 1:56:28 Vs Vegas 2025-06-122h 05

Little Local ConversationsCreative Chats With Guest Julie Fei-Fan Balzer (Does Art Have to Have Meaning?)This is a recording from a series for the podcast at the Mosesian Center for the Arts called Creative Chats. This conversation was with painter, printmaker, and collage artist Julie Fei-Fan Balzer. The topic revolved around meaning and identity in art. Find out more about Julie and her art at juliebalzer.comCome join us for the last Creative Chats event of the season on Friday, June 20th with guest Arto Vaun!Support the showHead on over to www.littlelocalconversations.com to check out all the episodes, events, and everything e...2025-05-3041 min

Little Local ConversationsCreative Chats With Guest Kristen Kenny (A Discussion on Local Space for Artists and Musicians)This is a recording from a series for the podcast at the Mosesian Center for the Arts called Creative Chats. This conversation was with guest Kristen Kenny, artist, arts organizer, and Chair of the Watertown Cultural District, where the topic revolved around finding/building/cultivating spaces for artists and musicians.Come join us at the next Creative Chats event on Friday, May 16th at 830am with guest Jule Fei-Fan Balzer!Support the showHead on over to www.littlelocalconversations.com to check out all the episodes, events, and everything else going on. S...2025-05-0132 min

Doug Franz UnpluggedNever Happened in Draft History Could Happen00:00 Four-Minute Offense 6:00 NOOO!! 12:10 Doug's Big One = The Most Important D-Back 26:00 CARDINALS INSIDER: Howard Balzer 59:00 Vs Vegas 2025-04-231h 07

Doug Franz UnpluggedTime for KD and Beal to Go Away00:00 Four-Minute Offense 7:10 Suns Are Embarrassing 19:00 Doug's Big One = Budenholzer < > 36:16 DBACKS = the Play Explained 1:11:40 CARDINALS Insider Howard Balzer 1:39:20 ASU Football 1:47:08 Vs Vegas 1:48:30 Big Finish with New Event! 2025-04-091h 54

Gateway Caledonia PodcastPathways to God's PresenceSpeaker: Doug Balzer 2025-01-2234 min

SAC Sermon PodcastsFreedom and Empowerment with Doug & Terry BalzerJoin us for the closing message from our Freedom and Empowerment weekend with Doug & Terry Balzer as Doug wraps up the conference.2024-10-3100 min

Little Local ConversationsEpisode 17: Julie Fei-Fan Balzer (Painter/Printmaker/Collage Artist)Meet Julie Fei-Fan Balzer! She's a painter, printmaker, and collage artist here in Watertown. We chat about her winding journey as a self-taught artist from her early rejections from scrapbooking magazines to snowballing hard work and luck into becoming a professional artist with tens of thousands of online followers (though we also talk about vanity versus practicality with social media numbers and how she views it now at this point in her career), her view of using failure to fuel you rather than defeat you to combat perfectionist inclinations, and the importance for her of helping people make the...2024-06-2836 min

The Spirit Empowered LeaderThe Spirit Empowered Leader: Season 2 Trailer...Join us on an extraordinary journey we are calling "The Spirit Empowered Leader Podcast," where we invite you to explore leadership that guided and led by the Holy Spirit. God has entrusted each of us with the call to lead and has empowered us through the Holy Spirit. But if you're like us, you might be wondering, "How do I practically live out that calling?" Well, we're asking that very question too, and together, we'll embark on a quest to uncover the answers. Season 2 is launching January 2 2024 with hosts Travis Holownia and Daunavan Buyer joined by guests...2023-12-1508 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 62: Unlocking the Potential of Digital Missions Did you know that there are more than 6.84 billion smartphone users in the world today? That is 85% of the world’s population. The rise of technology has created countless opportunities to spread the gospel through live streaming, online videos, social media, and web content.In this episode, Jerin Thomas has a compelling conversation with Karin (International Worker) about an opportunity to engage in digital mentoring ministry in South Asia. Karin serves as a Digital Mentoring coach and mobilizer with the Alliance Canada in South Asia. Karin reminds us that we can reach people across th...2023-12-0446 min

Better Than NotBTN #10 - John Balzer - Better Than NotMy guest for this episode of Better Than Not is John Balzer, a franchise owner with Ferguson Moving and family man. In this episode we talk about adoption and John's experience with adoption and growing his family.2023-11-291h 09

reKindle PodcastEp. 61: Staying Deeply Rooted Pt. 2 Staying rooted in Jesus is key for all believers everywhere, regardless of profession. Enjoy this podcast as we take an inside look at what it's like to stay rooted in Jesus in the midst of the medical field. Dr. Elaine Ho shares openly about her faith and practice and how rooting herself in Christ not only sustains her but actually brings hope and fulfillment. 2023-11-0840 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 60: Staying Deeply Rooted Pt. 1 We will be interviewing three Christian leaders from various walks of life, to share how they stay rooted in Christ. The 21st century has been one of turbulence, including numerous shifts economically, the global pandemic, moral shifts, climate shifts, and even threats to basic livelihood. It doesn’t seem like things are slowing down or necessarily getting better. How does the Body of Christ stay rooted in this season, such that we still are a voice and presence of hope to the world around us. These podcasts are intended to encourage the listeners in their specific walk with God, and also...2023-10-1138 min

The Spirit Empowered LeaderHow is Your Heart? with Doug Balzer | Season 1, Episode 5Join us for another impactful episode of the Spirit Empowered Leader Podcast, where Doug Balzer joins us for an important conversation around wholeness and how it relates to being an empowered leader. Doug shares vulnerably from his own experiences and invites those listening to open themselves up to receiving and living in the healing that is offered through Christ Jesus. Doug has authored many books including "The Empowerment Pivot," "Light up the Dark," and "Holy Spirit Encounter (Groups Edition)." He also has a podcast and video network at rekindle.tv. Frequently alongside his wife, Teri, Doug has...2023-07-111h 09

reKindle PodcastEp. 59: Pursuing God’s Presence Dr. Roger Helland is the Prayer Ambassador for the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, and previously served as district minister of the Baptist General Conference in Alberta. The author of seven books, he has over 35 years of experience as a pastor, denominational leader, adjunct professor at several theological schools, and renewal catalyst. He lives with his wife, Gail in Alberta, Canada. 2023-06-1334 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 58: Possibilities and Potential Perils of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) We are on the verge of a fourth industrial revolution that will profoundly alter how we live, work, relate to one another and engage in God’s mission. As with all technological advances, the possibilities and potential perils are endless. On one side, the missional opportunities are expanding with better real-time translation services, AI discipleship partners and chatbots for social media engagements and so forth. On the other side, there are many ethical challenges and unknowns.Join Jerin Thomas, Nick Kadun and their guests Rev. Dr. Bryce Ashlin-Mayo (Dean of Theology, Ambrose University) and Jeremie...2023-05-231h 29

reKindle PodcastEp. 57: Building Disciple Making Capacity For decades, the church has focused on increasing "ministry capacity" - where we invite people to events and programs, hoping to make disciples. What could happen if we shifted our focus from "ministry capacity" to Disciple Making Capacity?Join Sarah Hunter and her guests Brian Johnson and Rob Wegner of the KC Underground for a discussion around what it looks like to build the capacity to make disciples within every believer. 2023-04-281h 22

reKindle PodcastEp. 56: What is the difference between biblical mission and colonialism? Jerin Thomas and Nick Kadun engage in a fascinating conversation with Lisa Rohrick (Assistant District Superintendent - Canadian Pacific District of the Alliance) on biblical mission vs colonialism.Lisa asserts:- Colonialism destroys cultures, whereas biblical mission respects cultures- Colonialism imposes values, whereas biblical mission invites- Colonialism is about economic gain, whereas biblical mission is about givingYou can find Lisa's article "Is Modern Missions Colonialism All Over Again?" in the book "On Mission: Why we go?" Click the link below...2023-04-1259 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 55: The Discerning of Spirits Doug Balzer along with guests Maureen Guardacosta and Teri Balzer explore the topic of discerning of spirits, discovering and developing these gifts.Listen in as they discuss and answer questions on this spiritual gift.To see more resources on this topic and similar, go to: https://www.rekindle.tv/renewal-resources 2023-03-231h 24

reKindle PodcastEp. 54: How Shall We Then Live? Asbury Outpouring, Humility, Hunger, Holiness and Hope Join Kathy Klassen and Doug Balzer as they discuss observations of what God is doing in this day, referencing prophetic words, the reKindle Trend Tracker and the recent outpouring at Asbury University. To access the free, downloadable reKindle Trend Tracker go to rekindle.tv and click on “futurenow.”Kathy Klassen, serves as the Director of Relational and Spiritual Vitality (ECD) as well as a reKindle Associate. She is a catalyst for the deeper life as she helps other journey from disillusionment, disengagement and distraction into the vibrant, abundant life Jesus promised.D...2023-03-1736 min

The KC Underground PodcastDoug Balzer and Sarah Hunter: Tapping into the SupernaturalCory and Brian interview Sarah Hunter and Doug Balzer who work for the Western District of the Canadian Christian and Missionary Alliance. Both Sarah and Doug naturally incorporate the supernatural into their everyday disciple-making. We want to hear how and why this has been an important part of their work. You can learn more by reading Doug's works found at dougbalzer.com 2023-02-2849 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 53: Future-Now, Trends and Gospel Response Join Doug Balzer and Darren Herbold (President of The Alliance Canada) as they discuss the recent reKindle Trend Tracker, covering topics such as artificial intelligence, social media algorithms, economic volatility and general openness to the gospel. To download your own free e-copy of the Trend Tracker go to https://www.rekindle.tv/futurenow 2023-02-2838 min

The KC Underground PodcastMyth-Busting Divine Healing: 10 Shifts with Chris CaputoCory and Brian interview Chris Caputo and discuss Doug Balzer's article, "Myth-Busting Divine Healing - 10 Shifts." We work through the ten myths with a bit of commentary and our thoughts. Next week we will interview Doug Balzer and Sarah Hunter of the Western District of the Canadian C&MA about their lean toward the supernatural in disciple-making. Subscribe to our newsletter Connect with us for Coaching Support the Underground 2023-02-2127 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 52: Hospitality and Disciple Making We hear a lot about disciple making these days, and often the first thing that comes to our mind is some kind of Bible study program. But when we look at the Life of Christ in the scriptures, we see that the starting place is often the gift of hospitality. It begins with a chat over a cup of coffee or a meal. Join this conversation with two cross cultural disciple makers who have grown to really appreciate and master the gift of hospitality in this regard. 2023-02-1046 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 51: Marketplace: A New Pathway For Disciple Makers Harvey Matchullis says, "Who we are is not defined by our work. However, we can define our work by who we are." God designed us in His image to do work. When we do good work, we honour God. Our career enables us to make God’s Kingdom visible in a unique way. Our occupational calling is an opportunity for us to impact lives while glorifying God, anywhere in the world.In this episode, Jerin Thomas and Sarah Hunter engage in a conversation with Harvey Matchullis, who serves as Strategy Director: Marketplace & International Churches for The...2023-01-3153 min

reKindle Podcast50. Trend Tracking for Kingdom Advancement: Doug Balzer and Brent Trask discuss the release of the 2023 reKindle Trend Tracker, emerging issues we need to pay attention to, and the needed posture and response of the Church to align with God’s mission in the world. 2023-01-2426 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 49: What is One Language All International Students Understand Did you know that there is 1 international student for every 60 Canadians in Canada? International students indeed speak different languages, but they all understand one language - the language of hospitality. In this episode, Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with Erich & Ayumi Wong, who shares their experiences in Canada as international students. Ayumi shares how the hospitality from her host mom paved the way for her to experience Jesus.There is no better season than Christmas to introduce Jesus to International Students. Let's make this Christmas extra special by celebrating with an international student. Would you...2022-12-0758 min

St. Albert Alliance ChurchPathways to God’s Presence | St. Albert Alliance November 6, 2022 Sermon To be a church that would grow our confidence and capacity in the Holy Spirit is a growth area Jesus highlighted throughout our appreciative inquiry process over this last year. This Sunday, we are pleased to welcome Doug Balzer, as he encourages us to be a church community empowered by the Holy Spirit, joining the work He is doing in the world around us as we become missionally focused. 2022-11-0629 min

Fort City ChurchHoly Spirit Encounter: Overcoming ShameGuest Doug Balzer speaks on the matter of overcoming shame in the believer’s life. Shame is a huge barrier to spiritual and relational growth. Shame and guilt are related but are different. Many believers experience freedom from guilt but shame still lingers. Why is that?2022-10-2300 min

reKindle PodcastEp 48: Mysteries & Complexities of Believing in Jesus as Healer Join reKindle associate Kathy Klassen as she interviews Michelle Linnen who has wrestled with chronic pain for 20 years after being in an accident. They discuss the complexities of believing in Jesus as Healer. 2022-10-1956 min

reKindle PodcastEp 47: Listening to Their Voices: Church & Culture Through the Eyes of Gen Z. In this episode, Nick Kadun and reKindle Associate Kathy Klassen sit down with two Gen Z’ers to listen to their stories of growing up in the church in Canada. Through this conversation with Keeley and Tim listeners will gain a greater understanding of the upcoming generation including their unique needs and desires, and their hopes and dreams for the church of tomorrow. 2022-08-241h 13

reKindle PodcastEp 46: Partnering with the Spirit of God in Bringing New Life to Others Jesus transforms us! There are few things more exciting than witnessing and participating in God's transformative work in the life of one of His children. In this episode of the reKindle podcast, Kathy Klassen shares an effective framework to partner with the Holy Spirit in bringing new life to those you disciple. 2022-07-1450 min

reKindle PodcastEp 45: Spirit-Empowered Mission - The Fallacy We've All Believed Why is it that while thousands across Canada have participated in renewal events (Soul Care, Holy Spirit Encounter, etc.), current statistical data shows that missional behaviour, as measured by missional prayer, social concern, and direct or verbal witness, has not increased? If the belief that spiritual renewal automatically translates to increased missional behaviour is true, then why aren't we seeing more of this? Has the church in the West missed an essential element in their pneumatology and missiology?In this episode, Nick Kadun and returning guest Dr. Kyle Harnett talk about why training for mission and evangelism...2022-07-0648 min

reKindle PodcastEp 44: One Thing International Students Wish Canadians Knew Did you know that 90% of international students who come to study in Canada never get an opportunity to enter a Canadian home? In this episode Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with an international student who shares his experience of having a "home away from home" in Canada. We also get to listen to the Canadian family who opened their hearts to make friends with international students. 2022-06-2053 min

reKindle PodcastEp 43: Missional Disciple Making - Faye's Story Jesus catalyzed a movement by sharing His life with others. Tune in to reKindle's Missional Disciple Making Series, where in this episode, Faye Vecino shares her story of how God used Covid to make space in her life to be personally discipled for the first time. The impact on her life and ministry has been paradigm shifting! 2022-03-241h 00

reKindle PodcastEp 42: Missional Disciple Making - Rhnd's Story Jesus catalyzed a movement by sharing His life with others. Tune in to reKindle's Missional Disciple Making Series, where in this episode, "Rhnd" shares her life through her story of gaining increased clarity around making disciples who make disciples in a global context. 2022-03-1438 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 41: Ukraine Crisis & the Role of the Church Join Jerin Thomas as he engages in a conversation with Bill Finnemore (Former IW to Poland) on the current crisis in Ukraine. How is the church responding to this situation? What can we learn from the resilience of the church in Ukraine? How are the Polish churches gearing up to serve the refugees? How should the church respond here in Canada? Bill says the light of the Gospel is the brightest when the situation is the darkest. And now it's the time of that light to shine the brightest. 2022-03-071h 04

Disciple MakingRestoring Healing and Deliverance to Disciple Making, with Doug BalzerDaren interviews Doug Balzer of Rekindle.tv about his new book Light Up the Dark: Restoring Healing and Deliverance to Disciple MakingFind out more about Doug at https://rekindle.tv and https://dougbalzer.comLearn more about Tim at https://imakedisciples.com See Tim's book Turning Over a New Leaf on Amazon:https://www.amazon.ca/Turning-Over-Leaf-Timothy-Beadle-ebook/dp/B09455BG2VLearn more about 12Church at https://www.twelvechurch.net/Find the 12Church evangelism training here: https://www.twelvechurch.net/evangelism-crash-course 2022-02-2225 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 40: Prophecy, Global Shifts, and How Shall We Then Live? Join Kathy Klassen and Doug Balzer as they discuss recent prophetic words pertaining to global shifts through the lens of scripture, discernment, geo-political, economic and sociological developments with implications of how Christ followers might live as salt and light in an unstable world.For today's show notes, see attached document.Doug Balzer, serves as Director of reKindle and as Spiritual Renewal Catalyst. Much of his time is given to equipping church leaders towards healthy souls, ministering in the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, equipping in ministries of healing and deliverance.Kathy Klassen, serves...2022-02-141h 02

Hindsightless286: Crow CastRight, another fantastic session of Wrath of the Righteous in the books and I'm going to talk about it. I have calls from Karl and Jason. One of them tells the other one that he was wrong when he said he was wrong. You follow? It'll make sense when you hear it. Come on in, pull up a seat, and relax to the mellow sounds of me recording from my balcony on a beautiful, sunny day. The awesome thumbnail for this episode is from book one of Wrath of the Righteous, The Worldwound Incursion, and was drawn by one of...2022-02-1325 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 39: Missional Disciple Making - Caleb's Story Jesus catalyzed a movement by sharing His life with others. Tune in to reKindle's Missional Disciple Making Series, where in this episode, Caleb Delamont shares his life through his story of gaining momentum towards making disciples who make disciples. 2022-02-0242 min

Spruce Grove Alliance ChurchThe Son's ExampleJohn 825-30 Where did he derive the strength for His perfect example? Was it from some source beyond our reach? Was it through His own nature? Or was it through sources that are as available to us as they were for him? The last would seem soAnd it makes it certain that our Lord derived His daily strength from communion with God from a life of faith and prayer and constantly receiving the Holy Spirit and the gracious help of His Father just as we must. A.B. Simpson founder of the C&MA The point isnt so much that...2022-01-2324 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 38: Life as Mission - A New Paradigm for the Church Have you counted the cost of discipleship? Jesus invited the rich young ruler to leave everything and follow him. What is Jesus asking of us today? Join hosts, Sarah Hunter and Nick Kadun with guests Laura and Robin Wallar as they challenge us with Jesus' timeless call to costly discipleship. It's hard, it's biblical, and it's possible. 2022-01-1146 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 37: Tips for Making Friends with International Students Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with Shawn Tomlinson who from his thirty plus years of students ministry paints four tips for making friends with international students. Shawn is currently serving as an international student ministry practitioner with the Power to Change and also as the co-director of The Friendship Program. 2021-12-1742 min

Pure Victory Podcast88. Deliverance, Sex, And Porn Addiction with Doug BalzerWelcome to episode #88!In this episode, Matt and Braden interview author, speaker and director of reKindle.tv, Doug Balzer about the connection between spiritual deliverance and sexual activity.The stats prove the effectiveness of deliveranceAccording to the research that Doug did, there is a direct connection between deliverance and sexual immorality. Here are some his stats:47% of people who had gone through deliverance had a noted increase in sexual satisfaction.37% of people decreased.37% of people who once received dark, sexualized dreams now are free.35% said they noticed a notable...2021-12-1530 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 36: Restoring Healing and Deliverance to Disciple Making: An Interview with Author, Doug Balzer Reclaim the ministries of healing and deliverance while avoiding the ditches that harmed the church. Join reKindle's Sarah Hunter and Doug Balzer as they discuss Doug's latest book, 'Light Up the Dark: Restoring Healing and Deliverance to Disciple Making.' 2021-12-1435 min

Pure Victory Podcast87. Restoring Deliverance To Discipleship with Doug BalzerWelcome to episode #87!In this episode, Matt and Braden interview author, speaker and director of reKindle.tv, Doug Blazer. They discuss with Doug a biblical understanding of deliverance ministry (getting rid of demonic activity), and why it matters for all of us!We live in a physical and a spiritual realityOften we are only focused on the physical reality of our world and lives because it is what we see and can touch. However we are made up of a physical body, but also a soul (our emotions, mind, will) and our spirit...2021-12-0829 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 35: The Haunted Worldview of Emerging Generations Nick and Doug join John Seel Jr., author of the 'The New Copernicans: Millennials and the Survival of the Church,' and discuss how the worldview of Millennials and Gen Z's forms not so much a challenge to fix, but the greatest opportunity the church has to better engage our Neo-pagan surrounding culture. 2021-11-1842 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 34: A Conversation with Rob Reimer Join Rob Reimer and Doug Balzer as they discuss the pursuit of renewal in the Covid era, dynamics of Christian leadership and transcending the divisive fray of culture to walk as God’s children in his Kingdom. 2021-10-2234 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 33: Making Room for His Still Small Voice - Part 2 Join reKindle associate Kathy Klassen as she continues to talk about an untapped strengthening agent in the body of Christ - the gift of prophecy. In this second part, Kathy and her guest worship leader specifically focus on worship. Check out this podcast for a time of discussion, worship, and prayer! 2021-10-1423 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 32: Making Room for His Still Small Voice - Part 1 Join reKindle associate Kathy Klassen as she talks about an untapped strengthening agent in the body of Christ - the gift of prophecy. Kathy looks to answer a number of common but yet overwhelming questions when it comes to prophecy: how do we use this gift rightly? How do we "test everything?" How do we grow in this and make room for His still small voice? Check out this podcast to find out more! 2021-10-0821 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 31: Meet Kathy KlassenIn this episode, Doug Balzer and Sarah Hunter interview the newest reKindle Associate, director of relational and spiritual vitality at the Eastern Canadian District (C&MA), Rev. Kathy Klassen.2021-07-1500 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 30: Sifted & Shifted: Personal Reflections on Intercultural Intelligence Tensions often arise in cross-cultural relationships. Join Jerin and Sarah’s conversation on their own revelations and struggles while they strive to navigate relationships with a Kingdom culture mindset.o Full Stanley John teaching check out: https://watch.rekindle.tvo Bosch, David J. Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in Theology of Mission. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis Books, 2011.o Volf, Miroslav. Exclusion & Embrace: Theological Exploration of Identity, Otherness and Reconciliation, TN: Abingdon Press, 1996. 2021-07-0853 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 29: Meet Bill Hogg In this episode, Doug Balzer and Nick Kadun interview the newest reKindle Associate, equipping Evangelist and National Director for Message Canada Trust Foundation, Dr. Bill Hogg. 2021-07-0638 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 28: Beyond the Silos: Integrate Ministry should be integrated, not silo’ed. Join the reKindle team as they discuss how to better integrate disciple-making, renewal and mission extension. 2021-06-0920 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 27: Beyond Addition to Multiplication: The Way + The Truth = The Life Western Christians easily grasp the Truths of Jesus from the Bible. However, because the Ways of Jesus are written in the context of the culture of their day, we struggle to understand their significance. Bob's post graduate studies in archaeology in the Holy Land have given him unique insights to not only study God's Truth but recover Jesus' Way. After years of knowing God's Truth and wondering why he experienced so little of Christ's life, Bob is passionate about helping those he disciples discover how the Way plus the Truth lead to the Life. The result? Disciples who are...2021-06-0249 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 26: Clear the Air Listening Prayer Doug Balzer tells a brief story of how he discovered a simple and accessible pathway to better hearing the quiet voice of Jesus. 2021-04-1512 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 25: Becoming Good News People: Conviction, Urgency and Spirit-Dependence In this episode, Jerin Thomas and Nick Kadun sit down with Filipe Drumond of Last Harvest Evangelistic Association to talk about evangelism both at home and around the globe. 2021-04-0743 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 24: Mindset Shifts - Getting Out of the Box We Call Church Roy Moran, the author of Spent Matches and Regional Director of New Generations North America, joins host Sarah Hunter to discuss the many mindset shifts necessary to infuse a disciple making culture into an attractional culture.The forgiveness gospel sets us up for a kingdom without the King. Christ calls us to lead others through conversion into a kingdom lifestyle. And other insights from Roy’s journey of shifting the culture.The Title of Roy’s book is: Spent Matches: Igniting the Signal Fire for the Spiritually Dissatisfied found at your favourite online book store in Cana...2021-04-011h 01

reKindle PodcastEp. 23: Opting Out of Religion… Religious Nones and New Opportunities for the Church 24% of Canadian adults and 32% of Canadian teens say they have no religious affiliation. In this episode, Nick Kadun and Rob Chartrand sit down with Dr. Joel Thiessen (Professor of Sociology and Director of the Flourishing Congregations Institute at Ambrose University) to discuss the findings of his recent co-authored work, None of the Above: Nonreligious Identity in the US and Canada (2020) and unpack topics as: - Who are the Nones? - Reasons for disaffiliation - Changes in Canadian society and culture, and, - Hope for the Canadian church 2021-03-1047 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 22: Innovation in the Translation System reKindle host Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with Briana Southerland (Share Ministries Pastor at First Alliance Church, Calgary, AB), who introduces an innovative translation tool to help God's word reach in the heart language of the people.To reach Briana Southerland: bsoutherland@faccalgary.com /https://www.instagram.com/briana_southerlandhttps://www.facebook.com/briana.n.southerlandhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/briana-southerland-90453448/ 2021-01-2732 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 21: SPIRITual Leadership: Shaped, led and empowered Join Doug’s conversation with Roger Helland (Prayer Ambassador with the EFC) as they discuss leadership that is shaped, led and empowered by Holy Spirit, the role of prayer in leadership and renewal and how one can be a “full blown” pietist, enjoying all the fruits of Holy Spirit, yet not compelled to adopt cultural nuances that may be predominant in more charismatic movements (not that there is anything wrong with that;) ). Roger Helland serves as Prayer Ambassador for the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, as Adjunct professor at Tyndale, Taylor, & ACTS Seminaries & Prairie College, as Kairos Faculty Mentor at Sioux...2021-01-1937 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 20: From Clicks to Community Discipling online is working! Hear how our guests have intentionally moved people from the initial click to meaningful community. Social media connections can seem impersonal and superficial, and yet the internet has the potential to reach people your building never could. 2021-01-0648 min

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reKindle PodcastEp. 19: An Invitation to the Messy More of Discipling WITH Jesus Shifting paradigms from a Family AND Mission mindset to a Family On Mission mindset is scary, messy and so rewarding. Join Sarah and guest Greg Grunau as we hear about Greg’s journey of shifting towards a lifestyle of disciple making. Greg is the Pastor of Spiritual Development at Centre Street Church in Calgary, AB, Canada and the leader of 3DMs Calgary Hub team which serves churches in Western Canada. Greg Grunau can be reached at greggrunau@3dmovements.org3DM’s website is www.3dmovements.com 2020-11-0642 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 18: Mission Possible - Love New Canadians (Part 2) reKindle host Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with Ralf Peters (Global Impact Pastor, Beulah Alliance Church, Edmonton) around the topic of reaching new Canadians. In this episode, Ralf explains some of the best practices in reaching the nations around us through his personal life and ministry. 2020-10-2829 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 17: Culture, Covid and Causation ~ Renewal Join Doug in his conversation with Kathy Klassen (Director of Relational and Spiritual Vitality - CMA - Toronto) as they discuss implication of spiritual renewal pertaining to various cultural perspectives, Covid19 implications and predictable onramps to spiritual renewal in the Holy Spirit. 2020-10-2035 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 16: Reigniting the Flame of Evangelism Nick Kadun and guest Bill Hogg discuss the reality of evangelism in Canada and the needed re-elevation of the Evangelist in the global church. Bill is the leader of The Message Trust Canada Foundation who exists to reach the next generation through creative mission, community transformation and Christ-centred enterprise through deputizing and deploying downwardly mobile urban missionaries to broken postal codes in Canada. 2020-10-1445 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 15: Mission Possible - Love New Canadians reKindle host Jerin Thomas engages in a conversation with Rick Love (lovenewcanadians.ca) around the topic of reaching new Canadians. In this episode, Rick instills hope and a three-step pathway to bless new Canadians. 2020-09-2835 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 14: Connecting Spiritual Renewal to Mission Doug Balzer engages pastors Kyle Harnett and Brent Rushinka around the topic of how are we or aren’t we seeing gains in spiritual renewal translated into fruitful mission beyond the walls of the church. Both opportunities and hindrances are explored. For more resourcing on this and other related areas, check out Doug’s recently published book, “The Empowerment Pivot: How God is redefining our view of normal.” 2020-09-1834 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 13: Reimagining Church reKindle hosts Sarah Hunter and Nick Kadun dialogue with Graham English (Stony Plain Alliance Church) and Matt Boda (RockPointe Church) around the topics of re-imagining church and making disciples as we return to the building post-COVID. 2020-07-2838 min

The Christ and Coffee PodcastThe Empowerment Pivot: How God is Redefining our View of NormalRev. Dr. Douglas Balzer is the first guest on the Christ and Coffee Podcast! Doug serves as the Director of Innovation in the Western Canadian District of the Christian and Missionary Alliance (C&MA). He talks about his calling into ministry, gives us a history about the C&MA, tells us the difference between Canadian evangelicals and American evangelicals, gives advice on how to hear from God and Promotes his first book, The Empowerment Pivot: How God is Redefining our View of Normal, is out in stores now.2020-04-2243 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 12: Mobilizing the Church for Mission: Alpha Online In this episode, Nick Kadun, along with guests Angie La Favor (Beulah Alliance Church) and Brent Sellers (RockPointe Church), discuss using Alpha Online as an easily accessible and impactful tool for evangelism and mission in the midst of today’s global health pandemic. In this episode we answer questions like Does Alpha really work in an online capacity? How has using Alpha enabled churches to mobilize their people for mission? and How do you make the pivot to running Alpha in an online capacity? 2020-04-1634 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 11: Leading through Crisis Join Doug Balzer as he interviews Doug Doyle (lead pastor at Fort City Church, Fort McMurray Alberta) as they discuss lessons learned during the Fort McMurray fires of 2016. Doug Doyle offers keen insights into how to lead our congregations through the current pandemic crisis.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.caAbout the host Doug Balzer;https://www.dougbalzer.com/ 2020-04-0826 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 10: Avoiding the Ditches of Renewal As one pursues renewal in Jesus, are their ditches to be avoided? As we pursue the more of Jesus, are there things we should be mindful of that could lead us away from a true north pursuit of Him? Join Doug Balzer as he welcomes to the podcast Kyle Harnett (church planter) and Nick Kadun (mission catalyst) and listen in on their discussion on this topic. If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.caAbout the host Doug Balzer;https://ww...2020-02-0435 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 9: Pathways to Transformation Why should someone be motivated to pursue deep personal transformation? What might typical on ramps to life change look like. Join Mike Sotski (of St. Albert Alliance Church in Alberta) as he interviews Doug Balzer on this topic. If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-12-1041 min

Shop TalkShopTalk_Episode 005 On this episode of Shop Talk, Mike Sotski is joined by Doug Balzer, Director of Innovation, Leader and Thought Development at the Western Canadian District of the Christian & Missionary Alliance. Doug, along with his wife Teri lead renewal events such as the Soul Care Equipping Conference and Holy Spirit Encounter around the world. In Doug's own words: “I love what I do because I get to see darkness being displaced by light; both in the lives of our official workers as well as in neighbourhoods where new faith communities are being established.”Mike and Doug chat...2019-11-1341 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 8: Overcoming Shame In this episode Doug Balzer speaks on the matter of overcoming felt shame in the believer’s life. Felt shame is a huge barrier to spiritual and relational growth. Shame and guilt are related but are different. Many believers experience freedom from guilt but shame still lingers. Why is that? And what can be done to overcome shame?Credit for some content goes to Andrew Mercurio of Alliance Theological Seminary, New York.“False Belief Test” adapted from Robert McGee’s book, Search for Significance.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in...2019-08-2738 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 7: Rooted in the Word, moving in the Spirit Doug has a conversation with pastor and renewal catalyst, Sandy Isfeld, of the biblical and theological hinge points that were part of Sandy's journey toward experiencing greater empowerment in life and mission.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-06-2532 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 6: Confessions of a Former Cessationist In this episode, Doug explores the journey and experience of Greg Clark, a pastor who was formerly a functional and theological cessationist. Some discussion is given to elements common to such positions and pathways towards a more full expression of all that Jesus has for his church.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-05-2830 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 5: Empowerment Beyond the Church Walls Church planter, Kyle Harnett, discussed with Doug what they are both learning regarding the power of God being expressed beyond the walls of the church. How does renewal impact evangelism and mission? Several stories of miracles are recounted with people outside of Christian faith.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-04-3047 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 4: The Soul of a Leader Doug has a conversation with leader / soul development ninja warrior, Martin Sanders. With the complexities of survival and self protection being familiar territory to most leaders, how can one engage in a journey towards authentic soul transformation?If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-03-2642 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 3: Learning to Listen to God’s Voice This episode is a conversation between Doug Balzer and Jeremy Peters, Senior Pastor of St. Albert Alliance Church. Jeremy and his leadership team have been on an amazing journey of discovering just how accessible the voice of Jesus is and how he can be heard personally and even more so in community. Really, this podcast is a brief clinic on how to grow in listening to the voice of the Spirit and moving towards having Jesus as the functional Lord of the church.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal po...2019-02-2633 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 2: Catalyzing Renewal in an Existing Church Listen in on the personal journey of a church planter and pastor as he shares how he catalyzed renewal in an existing church. In this conversation between Al Andrus (of Heartland Alliance Church - Sherwood Park, Alberta) and Doug Balzer; they talk about the complexities of transitioning an existing church towards Spirit sensitivity and maturity. Al speaks frankly about some of the ups and down in this ongoing journey. If you have topics you’d like to see covered in the reKindle Renewal podcast please email them to rekindle@transformcma.ca 2019-02-0532 min

reKindle PodcastEp. 1: Putting the Holy Spirit back on my Radar In this first episode of the reKindle podcast, Doug Balzer interviews Brent Trask — former church planter of RockPointe Church (Calgary) and now serving as District Superintendent of the Western District of Canada. Brent relays his journey of moving from where the person of the Holy Spirit was largely marginal in his life to his current journey of his work becoming primary and evident each day. Other church leaders may find helpful to hear of the different seasons of discovery Brent has journeyed through and continues to discover.If you have topics you’d like to see covered in t...2019-01-2237 min

St. Albert Alliance ChurchOvercoming Shame What do you do with matters of the soul? Is it easier to ignore the issue, to compensate or escape? Join us this week as guest speaker Doug Balzer helps us to examine God’s heart for us to overcome guilt and shame. 2018-11-1800 min

ITD Morning After PodcastSegment 5 - Howard Balzer joins us 08.13.12Doug Take a Listen to This 1985 Classic From Elton John About a Little Soviet Girl But I Didn't Know When the Post Was Coming, But There Is More to This Song We Learn This Morning From TMZ.com Because Someone Is Claiming That This Is Their Song, Hey Doug Chad Johnson Was Cut Yesterday After Spending the Night in Jail On Saturday After Headbutting His Wife, Howard Balzer Joins the Show Presented By Broadway Ford to Discuss Whether or Not the Rams Would Be Interested in Chad Johnson Now, This Coaching Staff Is Counting On Some Young Guys to Become...2012-08-1300 min

ITD Morning After PodcastSegment 4 - Howard Balzer joins us 07.27.12Doug Who Is This Singer Because I Think You Are Right with Elton John, My Root Canal Is Bothering Me 72 Hours Later & I Don't Know If I Should Be Worried, You Can't Suck on Anything Because It Takes Your Stitches Out, Sack's New Department Is Dental Work, Howard Balzer Joins the Show Presented By Broadway Ford to Talk About Rams Camp, the Arrival of Jenkins, Missing Your First Practice Because You Oversleep and Miss Your Flight, Camp Battles For Position's That We Should Be Paying Attention To This Preseason, Getting Out of Shape From the Time MiniCamps End and Training...2012-07-2700 min

ITD Morning After PodcastSegment 5 - Howard Balzer joins us 07.16.12Doug Take a Listen to These Lyrics and Maybe Take a Lesson From Krispy, Howard Balzer Joins the Show Presented By Broadway Ford to Talk About Gregg Williams Saying That He Plans to Coach Again Once His Suspension Is Completed and After He Applies For Reinstatment, I Expect That He Will Be Back with Jeff Fisher As Well, Is He Surprised By What Drew Brees Got From the Saints, and Any News and Notes From Rams Camp As Things Are About to Begin Here Shortly Plus Two Draft Picks Still Yet to Sign, and I Am Excited About the Fact...2012-07-1600 min

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