Shows
The CITY Movement PodcastGod Is Moving In EgyptJensen, David, and Mike recap their time in Egypt and how they saw God move during their short time there!The CITY Movement sent 8 people to Cairo, Egypt. They gathered for 11 days with 29 YMCA's to: 1) To celebrate the completion of the translation work of "The Shining Light" in Arabic! 2) To host a "Youth Unify" in Egypt and 3) To host training workshops on advancing the Christian Mission of the YMCA.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2025-02-2504 min
The CITY Movement PodcastCITY Movement Trip To EgyptHear a short update from Jensen, David, and Mike about their time in Egypt!The CITY Movement sent 8 people to Cairo, Egypt. They are gathering for 11 days for 29 YMCA's to: 1) To celebrate the completion of the translation work of "The Shining Light" in Arabic! 2) To host a "Youth Unify" in Egypt and 3) To host training workshops on advancing the Christian Mission of the YMCA. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2025-02-2101 min
The CITY Movement PodcastWhat Are The Damages Of Bitterness?Join Jeff, Mike, and Jensen as they continue the series "What About Our Heart?" Today's episode is all about a forgiveness and the damages that can come when we let bitterness and unforgiveness root in our heart. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-12-2032 min
The CITY Movement PodcastWhat Kind Of Heart Does God Use?Join Jeff, Mike, and Jensen as they continue the series "What About Our Heart?" Today's episode is all about a willing heart and what hinders us from giving our yes to Jesus. ________In this season of the podcast, the guys dive into why our heart is important to God, how we should guard it, and how many issues in today's culture lead back to what is going on in our heart.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-12-1333 min
The CITY Movement PodcastA Prideful Heart - A Heart God HatesJoin Jeff, Mike, and Jensen as they continue the series "What About Our Heart?" Today's episode is all about pride and how God calls us to have humble hearts.________In this season of the podcast, the guys dive into why our heart is important to God, how we should guard it, and how many issues in today's culture lead back to what is going on in our heart.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-12-0136 min
The CITY Movement PodcastWhat Do I Do About My Anxiety?Join Jeff, Mike, and Jensen as they continue the series "What About Our Heart?" Today we tackle the topic of anxiety and ask the question - "What or who we are putting our trust in?"________In this season of the podcast, the guys dive into why our heart is important to God, how we should guard it, and how many issues in today's culture lead back to what is going on in our heart.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-10-3135 min
The CITY Movement PodcastWhy Is The Heart So Important?Join Jeff, Mike, and Jensen as they start a new series on "What About Our Heart?" Drawing from the teachings of Jesus, we emphasize the heart's importance in our spiritual lives and explore how a heart that is in alignment with the Word of God can transform our responses to life’s ups and downs. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-10-2242 minThe CITY Movement Podcast"I Have Never Danced So Much In My Life"The team is wrapping up their trip in Burundi! Hear from the guys as they share updates from the last two days. Pray for them as they travel home!#YMCAchristianmission #Burundi #YMCA #thecitymovementLearn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-07-2306 minThe CITY Movement PodcastBumpy RoadsMike Newman and a team of 10 others have traveled to Burundi this week! 🇧🇮 Pray for them as they serve alongside the YMCA!#YMCAchristianmission #Burundi #YMCA #thecitymovementLearn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-07-2309 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Team Is Back TogetherMike Newman and a team of 10 others have traveled to Burundi this week! 🇧🇮 Pray for them as they serve alongside the YMCA!#YMCAchristianmission #Burundi #YMCA #thecitymovementLearn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-07-2106 minThe CITY Movement PodcastDay OneMike Newman and a team of 10 others have traveled to Burundi this week! 🇧🇮 Pray for them as they serve alongside the YMCA!#YMCAchristianmission #Burundi #YMCA #thecitymovementLearn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-07-1707 minThe CITY Movement PodcastReflectionsRyan Massey and Jeff Snyder have spent a week in Bogota, Colombia partnering with the local YMCA. In this last episode of the mini series, they share what was impactful during their trip.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-2110 minThe CITY Movement PodcastServing The Church FamilyRyan Massey and Jeff Snyder are traveling down to Bogota, Colombia to partner with the local YMCA and meet church planters! Stay tuned to learn more!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-2005 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Gospel & The Next GenerationRyan Massey and Jeff Snyder are traveling down to Bogota, Colombia to partner with the local YMCA and meet church planters! Stay tuned to learn more!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-1905 minThe CITY Movement PodcastDiscipleship & Jesus NightRyan Massey and Jeff Snyder are traveling down to Bogota, Colombia to partner with the local YMCA and meet church planters! Stay tuned to learn more!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-1604 minThe CITY Movement PodcastTravel Day!Ryan Massey and Jeff Snyder are traveling down to Bogota, Colombia today to partner with the local YMCA and meet church planters! Pray for them as they serve alongside the Y and communicate through the language barrier.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-1504 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe HarvestJeff, Mike, and David conclude their discussion on church planting in YMCAs in this last episode of season 4. They dive into what would it look like for our churches to be living out the prayer Jesus prays in Matthew 9.______Jeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things to...
2024-03-1321 minThe CITY Movement PodcastNurturing The SeedsJeff, Mike, and David continue the church planting conversation by talking about how to nurture the seeds that have been planted in your YMCA.______Jeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things to consider in each stage.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2024-03-0528 minThe CITY Movement PodcastSowing The SeedsJoin Jeff, Mike, and David as they talk about what happens after you prepare the ground for ministry. Specifically, sowing the seeds of the Gospel in our YMCA contexts. ______Jeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things to consider in each stage.Learn more about t...
2024-02-2929 minThe CITY Movement PodcastPreparing The GroundJoin Jeff, Mike, and David as they talk about the next step in planting a church in a YMCA - preparing the ground. It starts with building trust, being present and consistent, and meeting the YMCA where they are at.______Jeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things...
2024-02-0829 minThe CITY Movement PodcastAssessing The SoilToday Jeff, Mike, and David talk about assessing the soil of your YMCA and the importance of testing the spiritual climate and understanding your YMCA culture as you determine how to do ministry there.______Jeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things to consider in each stage.
2024-01-1634 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Stages Of Church PlantingJeff and Mike are back with the start of a new season focusing on church planting. Over the years, they have received numerous questions about what it looks like to plant a church in a YMCA. This series will walk through the different stages of church planting, share examples, and give you practical tools and things to consider in each stage.Join Jeff, Mike, and David Newman as they begin this conversation and form the foundation that the rest of the season will build upon.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-12-0232 minThe CITY Movement PodcastProclaiming The GospelJoin Jeff and Mike as they wrap up season 3 with the final piece of the conversation - actually proclaiming the Gospel! Each of the previous episodes have been leading up to this moment as Jeff and Mike discuss the how and why we need to share the Gospel with people.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-09-2232 minThe CITY Movement PodcastUsing Your PlatformJeff and Mike continue the conversation about sharing the Gospel in YMCA contexts. So far this season they have discussed topics like asking good questions, taking an interest, and walking in people's struggles. In this episode, they focus on how we can use our platform to glorify Jesus and use our gifts to influence others towards Jesus.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-07-1028 minThe CITY Movement PodcastServing OthersJoin Jeff and Mike as they discuss how serving can pave the way to soften people's heart for the Gospel. When we serve, the Gospel is both seen and heard. It is both demonstrated and proclaimed. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-05-1627 minThe CITY Movement PodcastEnter Into Their Brokenness (Pt. 2)This is part two of Jeff and Mike's conversation with Doug Pollock as they dive into how to take the time to connect with the people and enter into people's brokenness to share the Good News of Jesus.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-04-2718 minThe CITY Movement PodcastEnter Into Their Brokenness (Pt. 1)In this episode, Jeff and Mike are joined by Doug Pollock as they dive into how to connect with people and share the Good News through people's brokenness. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-04-2033 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Power Of A Good QuestionJeff Snyder and Mike Newman continue the discussion of how can we demonstrate and proclaim the Gospel in our YMCAs. They dive into Acts 8 and focus on how the power of a good question can open up opportunities to speak into someone's life.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-04-0635 minThe CITY Movement PodcastTake An InterestJeff Snyder and Mike Newman share how taking an interest in the lives of others can open up doors to serve, love, and demonstrate the Gospel to others. They look at Philippians 2, Oswald Chambers, and challenge all of us to notice the needs of the people around us.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-03-2430 minThe CITY Movement PodcastConversations about Jesus in the YMCAJeff Snyder and Mike Newman start season 3 of the podcast with the topic of what evangelism looks like in the context of our YMCAs. How can we demonstrate the Gospel through serving, being interested in someone's life, praying, or asking great questions? Then they challenge us to not only demonstrate the Gospel but also to proclaim the Gospel.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2023-03-0930 minThe CITY Movement PodcastSilver Bay - Interview with Dale NorrisJoin us as we record on site at Silver Bay, a YMCA Camp in upstate New York. While there, we interviewed long time YMCA Church Planter and new CITY Movement Board Member Dale Norris.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2022-10-1123 minThe CITY Movement PodcastTrain & SendDavid Newman joins Jeff and Mike as they announce a new initiative of the CITY Movement called "Train & Send". The goal of this 2 year residency program is to train leaders and send them out to plant a church in a YMCA. Go to our website (www.thecitymovement.com) to learn more! Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2022-05-2027 minThe CITY Movement PodcastInterview With Bryan SloanJoin Jeff and Mike as they talk with Bryan Sloan, a pastor from Arlington Texas about his experience in leading a church in a YMCA for over 11 years.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2022-04-0128 minThe CITY Movement PodcastEaster as a CITY Movement ChurchIn today's episode, Mike and Jeff discuss what it looks like to be a CITY Movement Church in the springtime and Easter, including what evangelism looks like in the Y. See this link for Journey to the Cross, referenced in the episode.As always, you can connect with us at our website, thecitymovement.com or email us at uscitymovement@gmail.com.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2022-02-2824 minThe CITY Movement PodcastBeing a Missional Leader (with Chris Johnson)In today's episode, Mike and Jeff spend time talking to Chris Johnson, CEO of the Countryside YMCA Association, about what it looks like to lead out in the Christian Mission as a YMCA CEO. Join us to hear great insights from Chris. As always, you can connect with us at our website, thecitymovement.com or email us at uscitymovement@gmail.com.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2022-01-3127 min
The CITY Movement PodcastCITY Movement Update - Season 2Jeff and Mike give an update on the last 6 months in the CITY Movement and give a vision for the movement and the podcast in 2022. We are hyped!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-12-1424 minThe CITY Movement PodcastReflections of a JourneyJeff and David share some of the takeaways from their trip to England and share the news of the soon to be finished documentary on the life of George Williams.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-10-0706 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Flames of RevivalJeff and David are in London, England exploring how the movement of the YMCA started to grow from 12 guys to needing bigger and bigger spaces to hold the group.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-10-0503 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Power of Praying BoldlyJeff and David continue their journey through England stopping at more important sites in the life of George Williams.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-10-0404 minThe CITY Movement PodcastShining Light In The DarknessJeff and David travel from Dulverton England to the coast as they continue to follow the life of George Williams. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-10-0204 minThe CITY Movement PodcastDefining Moments In The Life of George WilliamsJoin David and Jeff as they visit the city that held several significant moments in George William's life and future ministry. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-09-3004 minThe CITY Movement PodcastWalking the YMCA StoryDay 2 of Jeff and David's trip in London England! They visit the Tarr Steps and Ashway Farm, two of important places in the early days of George Williams life story.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-09-3006 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Start of a JourneyJoin David Newman, Jeff Snyder, and the team on their journey as they visit historic sites all over London shooting a documentary on the origins of the YMCA. A season 2 mini series. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-09-2801 minThe CITY Movement PodcastGetting to Know the Guys the Behind the MicsFor the last episode in season 1 of the City Movement, what better way to learn about the guys behind the podcast, than sharing stories about the highs and lows of their sport careers?Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-07-0235 minThe CITY Movement PodcastAn Interview with Graham Jones - YMCA Church Planter and Artist from TexasGraham Jones joined the show in June before his concert in Lebanon, OH at Cedar Bay Farm. He came on the podcast with us to talk about the reality of being a YMCA Church Planter and musician in Texas. See links below to listen to his stuff!https://www.grahamjonesmusic.comLearn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-06-2923 minThe CITY Movement PodcastWhy Would the YMCA Partner With A Church?In today's episode, Mike and Jeff spend more time talking to Josh Heaston about the benefits of a YMCA/Church partnership. Josh shares from a Y perspective and the guys discuss some of the joys and challenges in building a fruitful partnership.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-05-2430 minThe CITY Movement PodcastChristian Emphasis in the Y, An Interview with Josh HeastonIn today's episode, Mike and Jeff had the privilege to spend time with Josh Heaston, Christian Emphasis Director of the Indianapolis YMCA. Join us to hear about Josh's role in the Y and what the Lord is doing in the YMCA right now!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-05-0129 minThe CITY Movement PodcastBeing a Missional MemberGuests Aaron and Sarah Sprague join Jeff and Mike in today's podcast to talk about how members of a YMCA church can live out the vision of the CITY Movement. Join in to hear about Aaron and Sarah are living it out on a weekly basis!Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-04-0139 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Man Behind the YMCA - George WilliamsIn today's episode, Jeff and Mike will be talking with David Newman about the history of the YMCA, the story of its founder, George Williams, and how his life shaped the movement that we call the YMCA. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-03-0230 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Mission of the YMCAIn today's episode, Jeff and Mike talk to David Newman about the Mission of the YMCA. They discuss the original values of the YMCA, the Paris Basis, and how those values have grown and changed over time. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-03-0233 minThe CITY Movement PodcastCreating a Culture of PrayerPastor Carl Johnson joins the Jeff and Mike to talk about how to create a culture of prayer in a YMCA and church. For more information about the CITY Movement or to get involved, click here. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-02-0128 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Reality of a Setup ChurchWorship Pastor Carl Johnson joins Jeff and Mike to talk through the ups and downs of being a setup church. Listen in as Carl, Jeff, and Mike talk through years of experience setting up church on Sunday mornings.Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-01-2530 minThe CITY Movement PodcastThe Church and the Global YMCAYouth Pastor Jensen Harper joins Jeff and Mike as they discuss the mission of the YMCA across the globe and the benefit of connecting your church to that global network. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-01-2126 minThe CITY Movement PodcastWhy the Y?Pastor David Newman joins Jeff and Mike again as they discuss why the YMCA is a great place to plant churches. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-01-2126 minThe CITY Movement PodcastWhat is the CITY Movement?Pastor David Newman joins Jeff and Mike as they discuss the origin of the CITY Movement and the natural partnership available between the Church at the YMCA. Learn more at: www.citymovement.com
2021-01-2120 min