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Rowan Radio SportsOffsides - 12/15/25Join your host, Owen Colwell, joined by Greg Mazzo, Nicholas Marinelli, and Nolan Dowell, for the final Monday Offsides of the semester. On tonight's episode, the four discuss a large multitude of topics, including John Cena's last match, NFL Week 15, the Heisman winner, MLB free agency, and the NBA Cup. Tune in!
2025-12-1658 min
Rowan Radio Sports3rd and Long 12.8.25Host Mason Kinnahan is joined by Rowan Radio sports department members Nicholas Marinelli, Greg Mazzo, Nolan Dowell as they discuss:
- Week 14 recap
- Playoff Picture
- and more!
Tune in!
2025-12-081h 01
On Life PodcastVeterans Day Special with Dr. Greg DowellIn this special Veterans Day episode of the On Life Podcast, we welcome Greg Dowell, U.S. Air Force veteran and Senior Vice President of LU ONE. Greg shares his journey of military service, faith, and leadership, offering a thoughtful reflection on the meaning of Veterans Day.
2025-11-1428 min
Live from the Siburt InstituteGreg Dowell, Mic Biesboer, and Gabby Brandner: Navigating New Minister TransitionJennifer Schroeder talks with Greg Dowell (executive minister), Mic Biesboer (senior minister), and Gabby Brandner (children's minister), from Central Church of Christ in Amarillo, TX, about their experience with helping new ministers transition well into their role at a church. This episode explores intentional choices that Central made throughout the process with insight into both the challenges and blessings that come with introducing a new staff member into a church.
You can contact our guests at www.amarillocentral.org.
2025-08-2353 minLive from the Siburt InstituteGreg Dowell, Mic Biesboer, and Gabby Brandner: Navigating New Minister TransitionJennifer Schroeder talks with Greg Dowell (executive minister), Mic Biesboer (senior minister), and Gabby Brandner (children's minister), from Central Church of Christ in Amarillo, TX, about their experience with helping new ministers transition well into their role at a church. This episode explores intentional choices that Central made throughout the process with insight into both the challenges and blessings that come with introducing a new staff member into a church.
You can contact our guests at www.amarillocentral.org.
2025-08-2154 min
Talk CocktailStill in the Fight: Veteran Journalists on the Perils of Reporting the WorldIn a week when two Al Jazeera journalists were killed in Gaza, we’re reminded that foreign reporting isn’t just dangerous—it’s occasionally fatal. In this WhoWhatWhy podcast, I talk with three veteran correspondents—William Dowell, Greg Dobbs, and James Dorsey—they swap stories from Vietnam to Beirut, Iran to South Africa. They trade notes on the life-threatening scrapes they barely walked away from, how the job has changed, and why, even with an average age north of 75, they still can’t resist the fight. Get full access to Talk Cocktail Podcast at jeffschechtman.substack.com/s
2025-08-131h 06
Straitway Truth Ministry Shabbat Messages03 01 25 Righteousness exalts a Nation Shabbat Service Teacher Gregmp3 Teacher Greg
2025-03-211h 21
Real Estate LegendsDanielle Dowell
“I walked in scared. Not understanding. I had never bought even a house myself, I did not have a license; I live in the city, I don’t even know where I am at, I can’t figure out the six corners; hard.. soft.. left, right…and I don’t get the difference…it was overwhelming but also exciting.” Danielle about her start in real estate and new to Chicago.
Greg Viti and Danielle Dowell in Danielle’s Berkshire Hathaway Office in Lincoln Park office.
A beautiful, statuesque woman gets out of a Jeep wearing a pair of heels I...
2025-01-0200 min
Your Story Matters#37 Seeking Adventure in the Middle with Amanda + Greg DowellWelcome to the Middle Series!
I'm so excited to welcome back Amanda (Type 8) + welcome her husband Greg (Type 3). You might remember Amanda from episode #11: you can listen to it here.
Greg and Amanda approach each season of their life together with a spirit of adventure, choosing to be open to all opportunities that became available. They have been married for almost 30 years with one daughter. Greg spent the majority of his professional career as an executive with publicly traded real estate companies and Amanda worked as a designer before staying at home...
2024-06-0556 min
Amarillo Central Podcast101. What do we do with Revelation? Baldness, talking donkeys, and dragons—this is what we find in God's Word! There are a multitude of mysterious things in Scripture, and Revelation is a book of the Bible that, honestly, leaves us with more questions than answers. So what do we do with Revelation? Have a listen to some of our thoughts and questions, as well as a special opportunity for you to engage with these Scriptures. Speakers: Hannah McNeill, Greg Dowell, Mic Biesboer
2024-02-2224 min
Beyond The ZeroEnd of Year Special Part 2Katia
Katia Nosenko
Neprosti (The UnSimple in the initial translation) by Taras Prokhasko translated by Uilleam Blacker. It will be published in English by Harvard University Press as a part of “Earth Gods”: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Earth-Gods-Writings-Ukrainian-Literature-ebook/dp/B0CDSHL6JH/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_2?crid=24Y5W0P2AHREY&keywords=earth+gods+prokashko&qid=1701781407&sprefix=earth+gods+prokhasko%2Caps%2C74&sr=8-2-fkmr2
Shadow of forgotten ancestors by Mykhailo Kotsiubynsky. The film by Sergei Paradjanov with the same title made in 1965.
Stream System by Gerald Murnane
The Baudelaire Fractal b...
2023-12-232h 13
Amarillo Central Podcast99. Witnessing Joy in Kenya: A Mission Report “This is something I want to shape my life around.” That’s the response Gracie had when asked how she was impacted by her trip to Kenya. Central sent a team to Kenya this summer, and they got to witness the joy of the people in Kenya—the love and acceptance they have for others. How is God moving in Kenya? Listen to how this Central team had a chance to participate in what God is doing across the world.Speakers: Greg Dowell, Tiffani Robertson, Gracie Robertson, Hannah McNeill
2023-10-1828 minAmarillo Central Podcast93. How to Seek Racial Healing As a church, we are taking an honest look at racial healing. What is our part in bringing about racial unity? How do we as Christ-followers interact with others in the world who are different from us? Leading us into the topic is Dr. Jerry Taylor of ACU. While many people approach the topic of race from a cultural, political, or social position, as Christians we don’t begin there. Dr. Taylor shares that being attuned to the voice of God and the work of Jesus and the Spirit within us will lead us into the place where we ca...
2023-08-0838 minAmarillo Central Podcast90. Serving Others Through Suffering “A man without purpose is lost.” Today’s episode delves into the question of suffering and struggle through the stories of Koben Puckett, Mic Biesboer, and Greg Dowell. Each has personal experience with struggle, and they discuss these times of difficulty and pain. What do we learn from living through darkness? What gives us hope in the face of struggle? Koben discusses how he had a shift in perspective to find things to be thankful for in the midst of trials, and this change of heart equipped him to help others. They also discuss the difference between managing old pain v...
2023-06-1935 min
American PotentialInflation in the US: Gas went from $2.38 to $4.67 under BidenHost Jeff Crank sits down with Spencer Evans and Greg Dowell of Americans for Prosperity, who went on a 4-month road trip across the USA, putting on events that highlighted inflation by rolling back gas prices to prices pre-Biden.
Check out the True Cost of Washington here: https://americansforprosperity.org/true-cost-updates/
Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com
2023-05-3147 min
American PotentialInflation in the US: Gas went from $2.38 to $4.67 under BidenHost Jeff Crank sits down with Spencer Evans and Greg Dowell of Americans for Prosperity, who went on a 4-month road trip across the USA, putting on events that highlighted inflation by rolling back gas prices to prices pre-Biden. Check out the True Cost of Washington here: https://americansforprosperity.org/true-cost-updates/ Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com
2023-05-3147 minAmerican PotentialInflation in the US: Gas went from $2.38 to $4.67 under BidenHost Jeff Crank sits down with Spencer Evans and Greg Dowell of Americans for Prosperity, who went on a 4-month road trip across the USA, putting on events that highlighted inflation by rolling back gas prices to prices pre-Biden.
Check out the True Cost of Washington here: https://americansforprosperity.org/true-cost-updates/
Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com
2023-05-3147 min
Strategic Moves With Kenn Dowell"Meet Dr. Gregory Hall how he change my life and Watch What He Did Next..."Dr, Greg Hall is a life save that is what he did for me nice conversation learn a lot about men's health.
Greg Hall, MD, is an internal medicine physician practicing at UH Richmond Medical Center. This new role through the Cutler Center, which helps men navigate the health system to access the resources and experts they need, will complement his role as a primary care physician (PCP). Dr. Hall will help to coordinate, develop, and implement protocols to ensure the delivery of highly-specialized, quality care through the Cutler Center's medical team.
"We want to change the mindset of men...
2023-01-2640 minAmarillo Central Podcast83. Grow: Spiritual Growth Within Community “No one drifts into spiritual maturity.” Spiritual growth requires intentionality, and that happens best in the context of relationships. The goal for our church is for all of us to be on the journey of discipleship, and our leadership has narrowed it down to 3 easy concepts: Connect / Grow / Serve. We introduced “GROW in Classes and Groups” recently, and we wanted to go a little deeper on that topic for our episode today. What does spiritual growth mean to you? What does that look like within a community? Community is part of who God is—it’s a vital piece in our walk...
2023-01-2520 minAmarillo Central Podcast82. The Blessings of Generosity The Bible doesn’t shy away from talking about how we use our money, but we’re often hesitant to have those conversations ourselves. When we remember that everything we have is God’s, perhaps it will change our approach. Consider that we are taking what is already His and seeing how He is leading us to use it. Today’s episode is a look at upcoming conversations we’ll be having as a church about generosity. The study takes a deep dive into Scripture to see what God has to say about the blessings he’s given us and how he i...
2023-01-1829 min
I Hear of Sherlock EverywhereThe BSI Weekend in Review"Holmes gave me a brief review of what had passed" [THOR] The 2023 BSI Weekend has come and gone, and it was filled with plenty of food, friends, and frivolity. We provide a glimpse of what we saw — including a number of our listeners and guests — and put it in context for you. Far from being inside baseball, this episode is a look at what makes Sherlockians tick and why we place so much value in attending events that help us express our fondness for our hobby and each other. The Canonical Couplet quiz gives you a ch...
2023-01-151h 02
Authoring OnwardEpisode 153: Writing vivid settings with Valerie Nieman
This week, Joy and I chat with Valerie Nieman about her books and the vivid setting she creates. Ever wondered how to deepen your own settings? Have a listen for Valerie’s tips and exercises to craft unforgettable settings.
Reminder: We’ll be out next week for the holiday. Be back at you in two weeks!
About Valerie
Valerie Nieman is the author of five novels: In the Lonely Backwater, a YA/crossover thriller in the...
2022-11-1641 minAmarillo Central Podcast79. Our Mission Stories: Personal Tales of the Mission Field We are a story people, and we learn through story (think of all the stories throughout Scripture). So as a part of Missions Month, we’re looking at mission work through the lens of our personal stories. Listen to today’s episode to hear about the experiences of Jordan Womble, Ethan McNeill, Elaine Nesbitt, Mic Biesboer, Hannah McNeill, and Greg Dowell in the mission field. From landmines to shoeless soccer games, they have some stories to tell. Allow these stories to connect you to the heart of mission work and see all the ways God is moving through his peop...
2022-10-2019 minAmarillo Central Podcast73. Introducing Mic & Tara Biesboer: Part 2 You heard the dating story last week (if you missed it, look for Episode 72), and today we move on to marriage, kids, and the call to ministry. The kids are growing, and Mic and Tara are entering full-time ministry. They share about the specific point in time where things shifted for them—a specific conversion moment they experienced as a family. Tune in for the conversation.Speakers: Greg Dowell, Mic Biesboer, Tara Biesboer
2022-08-1132 minAmarillo Central Podcast72. Introducing Mic & Tara Biesboer! Central has hired a Senior Minister, and this episode serves as a first introduction to Mic Biesboer and his wife Tara. Listen in to hear about their favorite foods, where they grew up, when their faith journeys began, and how Mic and Tara started dating. God is present through all of their story—family influence, Sunday Bible class, summer camp, and more. Have a listen today and come meet Mic and Tara this Sunday!Speakers: Greg Dowell, Mic Biesboer, Tara Biesboer
2022-08-0429 minAmarillo Central Podcast67. God Works through Care Central It began as a service offered during the week through the church office. But then it was moved to Sunday morning, allowing those seeking assistance and those attending Central to be in one place experiencing the love of Christ together. Care Central is more than assistance, although the help is so valuable to the people who visit. It’s more about making personal connections, learning names, and most of all praying together. And it happens right here in Central’s building on Sunday mornings. This boots-on-the-ground ministry is changing lives—both within our church and without.Speakers: Greg Dowell...
2022-06-1521 minAmarillo Central Podcast65. Introducing Youth Intern Kathryn Culbert On today’s episode, we welcome our new summer youth intern to Central! Meet Kathryn Culbert—her roots are in Canyon, TX; she just finished her freshman year of college; and she is exploring ways to build her personal relationship with God. Listen in as the youth staff also shares what brings them closer to God, what draws our teens near to God, and what we are looking forward to this summer.Speakers: Greg Dowell, Kathryn Culbert, Rylee Lutes, Mesa Allison
2022-05-2522 minAmarillo Central Podcast63. Life Change Through Martha's Home Today’s episode features Tim McMenamy, Monette Treat, and Connie Garcia—all who have an active role with Martha’s Home—joining Greg Dowell, our Executive Minister. The Martha’s Home ministry has been around since 1987 and is one of our local mission partners. But what exactly is Martha’s Home? Why does it matter? Take a front row seat with our guests on the episode as they walk you through what the work is, how it changes lives, and where God is at work.As you’ll hear, Martha’s Home is a shelter for homeless women. By teachi...
2022-05-0439 minAmarillo Central Podcast62. Class of '22 Has the Mic! We have a special treat today! Hannah Stover, Faith Wood, Bayli Nash, and Gracyn Knebusch—4 representatives of our graduating high school senior class—join Greg Dowell on the podcast today. They talk everything from peacocks to Trek to being loved by the Central community to how God is at work in their lives today. This is an important time in the lives of our senior class. We want to love them well and support them as they step out on their own. Don’t forget about Senior Sunday on May 1 (this Sunday) here at Central! It’s a great opportun...
2022-04-2525 min
the ecoustics podcastSustainability in Audio with NAD and MQADoes music consumption affect our ecosystem? Join us for an exciting round-table podcast discussion about sustainability in audio hosted by eCoustics. Guest speakers from MQA and NAD Electronics will be discussing the impact that recent technological advancements have on our ecosystem, including the infrastructure and energy use required to sustain new consumer habits driven by this technology. The podcast will also explore facts and figures around our modern music consumption patterns and how companies like MQA and NAD Electronics aim to embrace this challenge and combat the issues.Our panel includes: • Greg Stidsen, NAD Electronics, Chief Te...
2022-04-2550 minAmarillo Central Podcast60. Post-Resurrection: What happens after Easter? On today’s episode of the podcast, Sheldon DeVries from Journey Church joins Greg Dowell here at Central for a discussion about the time following Easter. We are quite familiar with the resurrection of Jesus, and the sacraments of baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which are rooted in resurrection, are foundational to this church. But what about the period of time after Jesus is raised from the dead? What do the Ascension and Pentecost mean for us? Today we read Scripture knowing the end of the story, but what if we assume the point of the view of the...
2022-04-0531 min
Invest Like a Billionaire26. Inside Look at Endowment Funds with Investment Director Greg Dowell, CFAGreg Dowell, CFA is the Director of Investments of the Texas State Endowment System, and a 30-year veteran in alternative investments. In this episode, Greg talks about his experience taking an endowment he work for from 0% to 40% into alternatives during his tenure. He talks about his experience with David Swensen, the alternative investment pioneer of the Yale Endowment. He breaks down the “illiquidity premium” and what that means. And lastly, he covers how he applies these concepts to his personal investment portfolio and allocations.
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2022-03-1743 minAmarillo Central Podcast58. Forming Your Faith through Friendship and Food “Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.” (1 Thessalonians 2:8) Sharing our lives—that’s the point of being in community as well as one of the reasons God created the church. Today, Kate Malone (long-time member) and Hannah McNeill (Communications Director) join Greg Dowell (Executive Minister) on this episode to discuss how they’ve been formed through community, how relationships shape our faith, and the upcoming opportunity for you at Central to meet more of your church family by participating in Guess Who’s Coming to...
2022-03-0925 min2022-02-1649 minAmarillo Central Podcast50. Our 5 Local Partners + Christmas for Bivins 12.15.21 - We are blessed to partner with 5 amazing organizations here in town. You’ll hear what they are, how we began working with them, and hear the “why” behind our partnerships. What is God doing through a sack of food or an apartment renovation? How is God at work in people’s lives? As you listen, you’ll hear how these partnerships are not ours—they’re yours! So many of you (we didn’t have time to mention all of you) are instrumental in doing this work at Bivins Elementary, Martha’s Home, Downtown Women’s Center Gratitude House, HopeChoice, a...
2021-12-1523 min
Amarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Our 5 Local Partners + Christmas for Bivins12.15.21 - We are blessed to partner with 5 amazing organizations here in town. You’ll hear what they are, how we began working with them, and hear the “why” behind our partnerships. What is God doing through a sack of food or an apartment renovation? How is God at work in people’s lives? As you listen, you’ll hear how these partnerships are not ours—they’re yours! So many of you (we didn’t have time to mention all of you) are instrumental in doing this work at Bivins Elementary, Martha’s Home, Downtown Women’s Center Gratitude House, HopeChoice, and The...
2021-12-1423 minAmarillo Central Podcast49. Seven Outstanding Gift Ideas 12.09.21 - In today’s episode, Mary McNeill, Greg Dowell, and Hannah McNeill lay out 7 outstanding gift options just in time for the holidays. Use the links below to access specific gifts or learn more about them.Links to our 7 Outstanding Gift Ideas for this season:• Art Print—Give the gift of the prayer book “Every Moment Holy” or an art print from the book, complete with an illustration and a worded prayer. store.rabbitroom.com/products/litur…t=599658266638 $15• Audio Series—Download Emily P Freeman’s “Quiet Collection,” a 10-day audio devotional series (deadline to sign up is December...
2021-12-0928 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 49 – "7 Outstanding Gift Ideas"12.09.21 - In today’s episode, Mary McNeill, Greg Dowell, and Hannah McNeill lay out 7 outstanding gift options just in time for the holidays. Use the links below to access specific gifts or learn more about them.
Speakers: Greg Dowell, Mary McNeill, & Hannah McNeill
Links to our 7 Outstanding Gift Ideas for this season:
• Art Print—Give the gift of the prayer book “Every Moment Holy” or an art print from the book, complete with an illustration and a worded prayer. https://store.rabbitroom.com/products/liturgy-prints-every-moment-holy?variant=599658266638 $15
• Audio Series—Download Emily P Freeman’s “Quiet Collection,” a 10-day audio devotional series (deadline to sign up...
2021-12-0828 minAmarillo Central Podcast48. Advent Season 11.30.21 – The word “Advent” means coming or arrival, and we seek to observe the Advent season and retrain our thoughts on the Incarnation of Jesus by mindfully practicing this season together as a church family. So, what is Advent? How can you participate? Listen in on the conversation between Greg Dowell and Hannah McNeill as they discuss what Advent means for them personally and for us as a church.
2021-11-3012 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 48 - Advent11.30.21 – The word “Advent” means coming or arrival, and we seek to observe the Advent season and retrain our thoughts on the Incarnation of Jesus by mindfully practicing this season together as a church family. So, what is Advent? How can you participate? Listen in on the conversation between Greg Dowell and Hannah McNeill as they discuss what Advent means for them personally and for us as a church.
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Hannah McNeill
2021-11-2912 minAmarillo Central Podcast47. Girls Conference 11.11.21 – Today Greg Dowell is joined by Hannah McNeill to recap the “Together” Girls Conference hosted at Central last weekend. Building off of past girls’ conference experiences for our youth group, a dedicated volunteer team here at Central hosted this event for 75 middle school and high school girls. Together they explored spiritual practices as well as service, mission, and personal faith. Listen to the full episode to hear more about this exciting event.
2021-11-1114 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 47 – Girls Conference11.11.21 – Today Greg Dowell is joined by Hannah McNeill to recap the “Together” Girls Conference hosted at Central last weekend. Building off of past girls’ conference experiences for our youth group, a dedicated volunteer team here at Central hosted this event for 75 middle school and high school girls. Together they explored spiritual practices as well as service, mission, and personal faith. Listen to the full episode to hear more about this exciting event.
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Hannah McNeill
2021-11-1114 min
Amarillo Central Podcast46. Focus Groups 09.29.21 - Today Mike Robertson joins Greg Dowell to talk about Focus Groups, important dates, and moving forward. Many of you took place in the 1st phase of feedback which was the Church Health Assessment (CHA). The 2nd phase of listening to your feedback about Central as a church begin this Sunday with Focus Groups. These groups are for discussion, and one of the questions we’d like you to answer: What’s one of the biggest challenges we face right now as a church? Then on November 7, you’ll have a chance during a combined Bible class at 9am to hea...
2021-09-2922 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 46 – Focus Groups09.29.21 - Today Mike Robertson joins Greg Dowell to talk about Focus Groups, important dates, and moving forward. Many of you took place in the 1st phase of feedback which was the Church Health Assessment (CHA). The 2nd phase of listening to your feedback about Central as a church begin this Sunday with Focus Groups. These groups are for discussion, and one of the questions we’d like you to answer: What’s one of the biggest challenges we face right now as a church? Then on November 7, you’ll have a chance during a combined Bible class at 9am to hear t...
2021-09-2822 minAmarillo Central Podcast45. Central's Future 08.10.21 – In today’s conversation, Carson Reed with Siburt Institute joins Mike Robertson and Greg Dowell to discuss church transition. We have a great opportunity for Central as an entire congregation to evaluate where we are and where we are going. How is God at work during times of transition? How do we pursue our mission during this new season? Join us for this important conversation about the next several months at Central.
2021-08-1025 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 45 – Central's Future08.10.21 – In today’s conversation, Carson Reed with Siburt Institute joins Mike Robertson and Greg Dowell to discuss church transition. We have a great opportunity for Central as an entire congregation to evaluate where we are and where we are going. How is God at work during times of transition? How do we pursue our mission during this new season? Join us for this important conversation about the next several months at Central.
Speakers: Greg Dowell, Carson Reed, & Mike Robertson
2021-08-0925 minAmarillo Central Podcast44. Guess Who's Coming to Dinner 08.05.21 - At the end of August, we’re trying something new at Central to build relationships across all ages, classes, and life stages. It’s all about people and food—and the element of surprise. Jennifer Dowell and Hannah McNeill join Greg on the episode today to tell you about this upcoming opportunity. Have a listen and sign up to participate at www.amarillocentral.org/right-now.
2021-08-0518 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 44 - Guess Who's Coming to Dinner08.05.21 - At the end of August, we’re trying something new at Central to build relationships across all ages, classes, and life stages. It’s all about people and food—and the element of surprise. Jennifer Dowell and Hannah McNeill join Greg on the episode today to tell you about this upcoming opportunity. Have a listen and sign up to participate at www.amarillocentral.org/right-now.
Speakers: Greg Dowell, Jennifer Dowell, & Hannah McNeill
2021-08-0518 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 43 - Kevin's Sabbatical08.04.21 - We are joined today by Kevin Schaffer, Central’s Worship Minister, who recently returned from sabbatical. What is a sabbatical? Why is it important? Kevin gives us a look into his time away and tells us how our faithful God ministered to him through this time of rest.
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Kevin Schaffer
2021-08-0423 minAmarillo Central Podcast42. The Interns 07.21.21 – For today’s episode, Greg Dowell interviews the three people we added to our youth staff for the summer. They arrived in May, and Amelia Stanford, Mesa Allison, and Wesley Handwork jumped right in to working with our youth group. In this episode, we get a recap of the summer in the student ministry and how this time has been impactful for both our students and our summer interns. They did an amazing job with our teens, and we’re so thankful they spent their summer with us!
2021-07-2122 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 42 – The InternsFor today’s episode, Greg Dowell interviews the three people we added to our youth staff for the summer. They arrived in May, and Amelia Stanford, Mesa Allison, and Wesley Handwork jumped right in to working with our youth group. In this episode, we get a recap of the summer in the student ministry and how this time has been impactful for both our students and our summer interns. They did an amazing job with our teens, and we’re so thankful they spent their summer with us!
Speakers: Greg Dowell, Amelia Stanford, Wesley Handwork, & Mesa Allison
2021-07-2122 minAmarillo Central Podcast41. Camp Blessing 07.12.21 – Last week Central sent a group of 7 high school students and 2 adults to Camp Blessing for the week. Camp Blessing exists to give youth and young adults with disabilities a full camp experience. Our team had an amazing week and learned many things about faith—how God loves and hears ALL people, how deep serving is hard but so fulfilling. Listen in on their conversation with Greg Dowell.
2021-07-1229 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 41 – Camp Blessing07.12.21 – Last week Central sent a group of 7 high school students and 2 adults to Camp Blessing for the week. Camp Blessing exists to give youth and young adults with disabilities a full camp experience. Our team had an amazing week and learned many things about faith—how God loves and hears ALL people, how deep serving is hard but so fulfilling. Listen in on their conversation with Greg Dowell.
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Central’s Camp Blessing Team
2021-07-1229 minAmarillo Central Podcast40. Koben Puckett 07.08.21 - This Saturday is our congregational event: Central @ the Koben Puckett Invitational PBR. In preparation for the weekend, Greg Dowell interviews our own Koben Puckett. Hear a little about his story, the basics of bull riding, the journey that brought him to where he is today, and his message of hope. Use the links below to find out about the Press On Foundation as well as the Koben Puckett Invitational PBR.
2021-07-0825 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 40 – Koben Puckett07.08.21 - This Saturday is our congregational event: Central @ the Koben Puckett Invitational PBR. In preparation for the weekend, Greg Dowell interviews our own Koben Puckett. Hear a little about his story, the basics of bull riding, the journey that brought him to where he is today, and his message of hope. Use these links to find out about the Press On Foundation as well as the Koben Puckett Invitational PBR.
https://www.pressonfoundation.org/
https://kobenpuckettpbr.com/
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Koben Puckett
2021-07-0825 minAmarillo Central Podcast39. Celebrations 07.01.21 - Why is it important that we celebrate? As a church coming out of the pandemic, we have now had two congregational celebrations, and we’re looking forward to a third in September. Why do these matter? Mary McNeill, Children’s Minister, joins Greg Dowell, Executive Minister, for a conversation about the practice of “Celebration.”
2021-07-0120 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 39 – Celebrations07.01.21 - Why is it important that we celebrate? As a church coming out of the pandemic, we have now had two congregational celebrations, and we’re looking forward to a third in September. Why do these matter? Mary McNeill, Children’s Minister, joins Greg Dowell, Executive Minister, for a conversation about the practice of “Celebration.”
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Mary McNeill
2021-06-3020 minAmarillo Central Podcast38. Central in Transition 06.24.21 - Mike Robertson, an elder at Central and chair of the transition team, joins Greg Dowell, our Executive Minister, in a conversation about the changes Central is experiencing. How long will we be in a period of transition? How do we manage the uncertainty and the unknown? Take a look with us back at the major shifts at Central both 20 years ago and again 10 years ago. Let’s consider together where God will lead us next as a church. If you have questions, Central’s leadership wants to hear from you. Speak to them in person or send an emai...
2021-06-2418 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode3806.24.21 - Mike Robertson, an elder at Central and chair of the transition team, joins Greg Dowell, our Executive Minister, in a conversation about the changes Central is experiencing. How long will we be in a period of transition? How do we manage the uncertainty and the unknown? Take a look with us back at the major shifts at Central both 20 years ago and again 10 years ago. Let’s consider together where God will lead us next as a church. If you have questions, Central’s leadership wants to hear from you. Speak to them in person or send an email to c...
2021-06-2418 minAmarillo Central Podcast34. Coronavirus, Vaccines, & Our Church Community 02.04.21 - This episode features Craig Gladman, representing Central’s COVID team, as he joins guest host Greg Dowell. Together they address the fact that people are actively receiving the vaccine as we continue in this pandemic. What does that mean for us as a church? When is it safe to come back to in-person worship? Listen in as they dive deeper into the coronavirus, the vaccine, and our church community.
2021-02-0420 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 3402.04.21 - This episode features Craig Gladman, representing Central’s COVID team, as he joins guest host Greg Dowell. Together they address the fact that people are actively receiving the vaccine as we continue in this pandemic. What does that mean for us as a church? When is it safe to come back to in-person worship? Listen in as they dive deeper into the coronavirus, the vaccine, and our church community.
Speakers: Greg Dowell & Craig Gladman
2021-02-0420 minAmarillo CentralCentral Podcast: Episode 3301.27.21 - Central Podcast tackles Re|Start: Greg Dowell joins Allan for a conversation about the Central Re|Start Team and their plans for our post-pandemic church. Find out what the team heard from our church family in the recent Re|Start survey and focus groups, what was affirmed and what was suggested, and how we faithfully move forward into what God is doing in and through our congregation.
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2021-01-2722 minAmarillo Central Podcast33. Re|Start 01.27.21 - Central Podcast tackles Re|Start: Greg Dowell joins Allan for a conversation about the Central Re|Start Team and their plans for our post-pandemic church. Find out what the team heard from our church family in the recent Re|Start survey and focus groups, what was affirmed and what was suggested, and how we faithfully move forward into what God is doing in and through our congregation.
2021-01-2722 minAmarillo Central Podcast28. About Reopening Bible Class 09.23.20 - After a 28-week break for the virus crisis, Central's Sunday morning Bible classes are starting up again October 4. Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin on today's podcast to discuss all the logistics, challenges, and details. What should you expect when you show up for Bible class for the first time in over six months.
2020-09-2316 minAmarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 2809.23.20 - After a 28-week break for the virus crisis, Central's Sunday morning Bible classes are starting up again October 4. Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin on today's podcast to discuss all the logistics, challenges, and details. What should you expect when you show up for Bible class for the first time in over six months
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-09-2316 minAmarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 2307.08.20 - Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin on today's episode for a conversation about the next phases in our transition from scattered to gathered at Central. The "Covid Committee" is identified and the planned next steps for children's programming and Bible classes are unveiled --- as long as it is "safe and sensible" to do so!
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-07-0819 minAmarillo Central Podcast23. Scattered to Gathered 07.08.20 - Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin on today's episode for a conversation about the next phases in our transition from scattered to gathered at Central. The "Covid Committee" is identified and the planned next steps for children's programming and Bible classes are unveiled—as long as it is "safe and sensible" to do so!
2020-07-0819 minAmarillo Central Podcast22. Finding Community in Smaller Groups 07.01.20 - Today's episode of the Central podcast has dropped on the Central app and the Central church website. Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin for a conversation about community in smaller groups. This podcast is for every member of Central who's looking for some kind of church expression, some community option, between another Zoom meeting and worshiping with 200 people in the auditorium.
2020-07-0118 minAmarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 2207.01.20 - Today's episode of the Central podcast has dropped on the Central app and the Central church website. Greg Dowell joins Allan Stanglin for a conversation about community in smaller groups. This podcast is for every member of Central who's looking for some kind of church expression, some community option, between another Zoom meeting and worshiping with 200 people in the auditorium.
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-07-0118 min
Jim Martin's Encouragement NoteJim Martin's Encouragement Note #10“Will this Encouragement Note be valuable to me?” I hope the answer is “yes.” My intent, as I prepared this “Encouragement Note #10” is to offer you something you might find valuable. Perhaps in some way this will be helpful and encouraging as you navigate your life and work with its whirlwind of challenges.Each issue offers “The List of Five.”The List of FiveWhat you are learning right now may be so significant (Take away: As challenging as this pandemic has been for us all, perhaps there are some things lear...
2020-05-2501 minAmarillo Central Podcast13. Little Debbie Sweet Sixteen 04.30.20 - Allan Stanglin and Greg Dowell take apart the Little Debbie Sweet Sixteen in today's episode of the Central Podcast. If you've ever wondered about the merits of Zebra Cakes and Oatmeal Cream Pies versus the qualities of Nutty Buddys and Swiss Cake Rolls, this podcast is for you!
2020-04-3028 minAmarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 1304.30.20 - Allan Stanglin and Greg Dowell take apart the Little Debbie Sweet Sixteen in today's episode of the Central Podcast. If you've ever wondered about the merits of Zebra Cakes and Oatmeal Cream Pies versus the qualities of Nutty Buddys and Swiss Cake Rolls, this podcast is for you!
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-04-3028 minAmarillo Central Podcast3. Self-Care 03.26.20 - Another episode of the Central podcast has been produced today featuring Allan Stanglin and Greg Dowell on the topic of "Self-Care." They provide helpful tips for paying close attention to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health during this unstable and hectic time.
2020-03-2618 min
Amarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 303.26.20 - Another episode of the Central podcast has been produced today featuring Allan Stanglin and Greg Dowell on the topic of "Self-Care." They provide helpful tips for paying close attention to your physical, emotional, and spiritual health during this unstable and hectic time.
Speaker: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-03-2618 minAmarillo Central Podcast1. Central & COVID Central Podcast: Episode 103.18.20 - Welcome to our inaugural Wednesday podcast! Tonight’s podcast features our Senior Minister, Allan Stanglin, and our Associate Minister, Greg Dowell in a conversation about Central’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and suggestions for loving our neighbors well through the crisis. “In me, you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world!” —John 16:33
2020-03-1823 minAmarillo CentralWednesday Podcast: Episode 103.18.20 - Welcome to our inaugural Wednesday podcast! Tonight’s podcast features our Senior Minister, Allan Stanglin, and our Associate Minister, Greg Dowell in a conversation about Central’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and suggestions for loving our neighbors well through the crisis. “In me, you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world!” —John 16:33
Speakers: Allan Stanglin & Greg Dowell
2020-03-1823 min
Social Media Church PodcastA Conversation with Greg Atkinson of ExPastors.com about Social Media Secrets from A Secret Shopper: Podcast 232What is a secret shopper’s job in the field of ministry? How can this improve a church’s overall effectiveness in ministering their communities? In this episode, author of Secrets of a Secret Shopper, Greg Atkinson, provides us with practical wisdom on how to maximize your church’s online resources, ways to attract newcomers to your congregation and helpful advice in dealing with ministerial burnout. Share your thoughts using the hashtag #SMCPodcast. Show Notes: Greg Atkinson @GregAtkinson Greg Atkinson Website Ex-Pastors Website Full Strength Website Secrets of a Secret Shopper Fusion by Nelson Searcy Louie Giglio Josh Do...
2017-10-2437 minAmarillo Central Podcast74. A Conversation About God and Culture Mic Biesboer joins Hannah McNeill and Greg Dowell for a conversation about God in our culture: where God is showing up, how we partner with him, and the challenges and opportunities for the church going forward. The Holy Spirit has been moving and working with the church from the beginning, and paying attention to the Spirit helps us see what God is up to. Listen in as they discuss how we see God at work in the world, how God works in our service to others, and how we can learn from other traditions. Speakers: Greg Dowell, Mic...
1970-01-0126 minAmarillo Central Podcast68. The Best Bull Riding in Amarillo, TX Koben Puckett brings PBR (Professional Bull Riding) to Amarillo for the 7th year in 2022! The event is impressive—it continues to grow and draw top bull riders to compete. But it’s Koben’s personal story that is the most compelling. He was doing the hard work and advancing as a competitive bull rider when he had an accident that changed the trajectory of his life. Listen in on the conversation with Koben about his passion for bull riding, his accident, and how he kept moving forward. You can be part of the story too. When you purcha...
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