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The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - From Anger to Reconciliation This Sunday, we explored Jesus' teachings on anger in the Sermon on the Mount and emphasized how Jesus deepens the understanding of the commandment "You shall not murder" to include the destructive power of anger and insults. Jesus calls us to self-reflection, identifying the causes of our anger, and taking steps towards reconciliation.
2025-09-0729 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Living Out God's Love This Sunday, Rev. Minho Chung invited us to reflect on the concept of unity within the body of Christ. This unity isn't about uniformity, but about having one heart, one purpose, and one mission. It's a unity centered in Christ, shaped by love, and directed outward. When we live as one in Christ, the world sees God's love through us.
2025-08-3125 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Search for Significance This Sunday, we were reminded that real significance isn't found in achievements or status, but in serving others with humility and love. This act of Jesus isn't just about cleanliness; it's a profound symbol of God's grace and our need to accept it before we can truly serve others.
2025-08-2432 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Growing Together: The Vine and the Branches This Sunday, we talked about how we cannot grow alone in our faith journey, but need to be connected to Christ and to each other.
2025-08-1728 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Devoted to Worship This Sunday, we talked about the importance of making worship a regular part of our lives. Pastor Adam talked about the role of congregational worship in Christian living and about the impact that worshipping, not only alone but together, has on our lives.
2025-08-1028 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - We LONG to BELONG This Sunday, we launched into our new series Open House! Pastor Adam guided us through our Jesus' call for us to be "Place Makers" who create a safe place for people to be their authentic selves and find their belonging in their church. As we kick off a new school year this week, let's remember that every day is an opportunity to prepare a place for someone to feel safe, accepted, and loved.
2025-08-0328 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Dress to Bless This Sunday, we talked about the importance of "dressing" ourselves with Christian virtues as we interact with others, particularly in the context of education and community support. Pastor Adam used Paul's letter to the Colossians to illustrate how we should clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and above all, love. These virtues are essential for creating a positive, supportive environment in schools and the community as a whole.
2025-07-2724 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Where Do You Fit in Christ? This Sunday, Pastor Adam talked about how our minds are often cluttered with self-centered concerns, leaving little room for Jesus. By shifting our focus to Christ's preeminence in all things, as described in Colossians, we can find true fullness, purpose, and strength.
2025-07-2032 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Role of Mentorship in Christian Living This Sunday, Rev. Natalie King lead us in a message that explored the importance of mentorship and community in Christian life, drawing from Paul's letter to the Colossians. She highlighted how Paul's mentorship model demonstrates the need for continual prayer, encouragement, and sharing of wisdom among believers to foster spiritual maturity and effective ministry.
2025-07-1316 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Ordinary Times This Sunday, Sarah invited us to navigate our 'ordinary time' in the Christian calendar by remembering that these are our days to put into practice the lessons we've learned about Christ's life and teachings. Our community can thrive when we each commit to living out the Spirit's fruit, creating a harvest of love, joy, and peace that impacts not just our church, but the world around us.
2025-07-0623 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Working Out Our Salvation This Sunday, we talked about a deeper interpretation of salvation as a process of healing, requiring active cooperation with God's grace. By reframing salvation in this context, the sermon emphasizes the importance of personal growth, spiritual depth, and the ongoing journey of becoming more Christ-like.
2025-06-1524 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - What Does This Mean This Sunday, we were challenged to consider: How are we allowing the Holy Spirit to work in our lives today? Are we open to breaking down the walls that divide us and embracing the beautiful diversity within God's family? The Pentecost story encourages us to step out of our comfort zones, to speak God's love in new 'languages,' and to build bridges in our communities.
2025-06-0830 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Ascension and Mission This Sunday, we talked about how we're not just spectators in God's grand story; we're active participants. Like the disciples, we might feel overwhelmed or unprepared, but Jesus promises us the Holy Spirit's power. This 'dynamis' - the same Greek word from which we get 'dynamite' - is the transformative force that enables us to share God's love in ever-widening circles.
2025-06-0127 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Gift of Prayer This Sunday we got to hear from Rev. Deanne Lynch as we continued our journey through the Book of James. This week, we talked about the gift of prayer that allows us to talk to God anytime and anywhere.
2025-05-2512 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Power of Words This Sunday, we explored the profound impact of our words, drawing from the book of James to illustrate how our speech can both bless and curse. We were challenged to be mindful of our words, recognizing them as a reflection of our hearts.
2025-05-1824 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Be Loved This Sunday we were reminded of the transformative power of knowing we are beloved by God. The book of James, written by Jesus' own brother, offers us practical wisdom on living out our faith. We're challenged to be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger - qualities that stem from understanding our identity as God's beloved.
2025-05-1126 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - You Have a Home This Sunday we had the opportunity to celebrate Senior Sunday together. At our 9:30 and 11:00 services, we had the opportunity to be led by some of our graduating seniors and to pray a blessing over them as they take their next steps after high school.McKade Stewart led us in a message that reminded us that we always can return home. No matter how far we might wander, Jesus always welcomes us home.
2025-05-0423 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Easter Sunday He is risen! 🌅🙌 This Sunday we celebrated a resurrected Christ that we can see moving right here and right now. The tomb is empty, so the Good Work continues!
2025-04-2029 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Palm Sunday This Sunday, we celebrated Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem - Palm Sunday. In today's service, we reflected on this key moment that starts our journey through Holy Week and ultimately to the cross and then to the empty tomb.
2025-04-1325 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Secret to Contentment This Sunday, we had the privilege of hearing from Reverend Minho Chung as we continue our series Flip the Script. We talked about what it looks like to truly be content and what it takes to reach the level of contentment that Paul talks about in the Book of Philippians.
2025-04-0730 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Live for the Future This Sunday we dug into Paul's call for us to strain forward to that which lays ahead. We talked about how we need to leave the past behind and LIVE for the future.
2025-03-3125 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Living Your Best Life In Philippians 1, Paul says "to live is Christ." This Sunday, we dove into what life to the fullest really looks like, and we found that when we live and view our circumstances as FOR Christ instead of FROM Christ, we can live our best life.
2025-03-2429 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Empty Yourself This Sunday we had the chance to hear from our Director of Connections, Sarah Snyder, as we continued in our series, Flip the Script. Together, we dug into some key theological concepts relating to Jesus Christ and God the Father. We learned that we are called to have the same mind as Jesus in that we should take our advantages and power over others, lay them at the foot of the cross, and strive to act for the betterment of those around us.
2025-03-1624 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - God's Not Done This Sunday we kicked off our new series, Flip the Script. We started off in the Book of Philippians and talked about the importance of taking the long-view when it comes to our faith. Though we often want results now, it's important for us to remember that God is still working in all of our lives.
2025-03-0930 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Mountain Top Moments This Sunday we celebrated Confirmation at LVfirst as we welcomed 10 students into our church family! Confirmation Sunday is a huge "mountain-top" moment for these students as they take the next step in their faith journey. We talked about mountain top moments and how they help shape us and prepare us to not only recognize God on top of the mountain, but to still see God in the valleys.
2025-03-0222 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - How to be Grateful This Sunday we wrapped up our series, Dear Theophilus, with a discussion around gratitude and how we can be more intentional about giving thanks to God.
2025-02-2331 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - fearLESS This Sunday we're looking at the story of Jesus calming the sea and talking about how we can take back the control that fear has over our lives by trusting Jesus and finding faith IN the midst of our fears.
2025-02-1632 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Tear the Roof Off This Sunday we continued in our series, Dear Theophilus, by looking at the story of the friends who tore the roof off and lowered their friend so that Jesus could heal him. We're looking at their faith and how we can "tear the roof off" of our faith!
2025-02-0932 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The What And Why of Luke This Sunday we started our new series, Dear Theophilus, where we will be sprinting through the story of Luke. Join us this month as we read through the entire Gospel of Luke in a new light and hope that we can gain some new insights as we go!
2025-02-0228 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Prodigal Father This Sunday we wrapped up our series, PRODIGAL, with one last look at the story of the Prodigal Son but through the perspective of the Father. We talked about what it means to keep our eyes on the road and what that looks like in our mission to connect the church to the community and the community to the church.
2025-01-2635 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Older Prodigal This Sunday we continued our series looking at the story of the Prodigal Son - this time through the perspective of the older son.
2025-01-1931 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Young Prodigal This Sunday we continued in our series looking at the story of the Prodigal Son. We focused specifically on the story of the younger son who went against all custom by asking for his inheritance early, spent it all, and returned home to a Father who welcomed him with open arms.
2025-01-1233 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - What Have You Lost? This Sunday we launched into the new year with our series Prodigal where we'll be diving into the story of the Prodigal Son. As we enter into this new year, we are committing to leave the 99 in search of the one that is lost. You are never too lost to be found!
2025-01-0531 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Love is a Gift This Sunday we celebrated the Sunday of Love! We talked about the gift of God's love that we are invited not only to receive for ourselves, but to also regift to others.
2024-12-2234 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Choose Joy This Sunday we celebrated the Sunday of Joy! We talked about the difference between happiness and joy, and about how joy is a choice that we have to make each day.
2024-12-1532 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - From Pieces to Peace This Sunday we talked about the anxiety that we feel during the Christmas season. During this Christmas season, we are looking to Jesus to take the pieces of our lives and put them back together to bring us peace this season.
2024-12-0828 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - A Hope-FULL Christmas This Sunday, we kicked off our Christmas series - Ornamental - where we are talking about the different mentalities, both good and bad, we bring to the holiday season. This week, we started off talking about how hope invites us to look past the past to see the light of Christmas coming.
2024-12-0130 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - A Humble Table This Sunday, Pastor Deanne invited us to look at how the table calls us to humility and to recognize that we are all invited to the table - to be in community together.
2024-11-2416 min
The LVfirst PodcastAfter Amen - November 18, 2024 This week on the After Amen Podcast, we're diving in and talking more about the story of Zaccaeus and what it means to be seen and to see others.
2024-11-1811 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - See Each Other This Sunday we talked about the power of SEEING others. We are all seen by a perfect savior and are invited to gather around the table and see each other.
2024-11-1733 minThe LVfirst PodcastAfter Amen - November 11, 2024 Welcome back to the After Amen Podcast! We're back after a week off and talking about the new series we started this past Sunday, The Table. Jesus spent a lot of time around the table with friends and strangers alike, so we're diving into what that could look like for us and for our community.
2024-11-1109 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Don't Lose the Why This Sunday we dug into our new series, The Table - where we are looking at what it could mean for us to gather around the table together. Specifically, we took a look at the story of Mary & Martha and how we can often get caught up and lose track of WHY we do what we do.
2024-11-1029 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Previewing "The Table" This Sunday was our special All Saints Sunday service where we remembered and celebrated the lives of the saints who passed away this year. This is an excerpt from that service. You can watch the full service online on YouTube or at www.lvfirst.org/sermons
2024-11-0306 minThe LVfirst PodcastAFTER AMEN - October 31, 2024 In this late edition of the After Amen Podcast, we're looking back to Sunday's sermon about humility and going deeper into what that could look like for us and for our church.
2024-10-3114 min
The LVfirst PodcastClimbing the Ladder of Pride When we climb the Ladder of Pride, we put ourselves in a place we were never meant to be - we put ourselves in the place of God. Jesus humbled himself and got on the ground to wash the disciples' feet - we are called to humble ourselves, engage with, and love our neighbors. No matter what differences we have, humility allows us to hold on to our convictions but also allows us to stay in the room with difference.Watch the full sermon at https://youtu.be/ZSy-3sywE5o
2024-10-2810 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Humble Yourself This Sunday we took a look at Paul's letter to the Ephesians and how we are called to be humble followers of Christ. In a world that is so divided, our only solution is to humble ourselves so that we can be a UNITED church.
2024-10-2728 minThe LVfirst PodcastAFTER AMEN - October 21, 2024 In this past Sunday's sermon, we talked about what it means to truly BE KIND. After service, Caleb & Adam sat down to dive a little bit deeper into how kindness can strengthen our relationships and how we can practically implement "kindness" into our lives.
2024-10-2113 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Love In Action This Sunday we took a look at what it truly means to BE KIND. In our world, we often perceive "kindness" as a watered-down expression, but in scripture kindness is used as a powerful means to bring about change in our world. What does that mean for us? What does it look like for us to BE KIND?v
2024-10-2031 minThe LVfirst PodcastAFTER AMEN - October 14, 2024 This Monday we're sitting down with Reverend Deanne Lynch to talk about her sermon this past Sunday which was focused around how we can BE Just. We're going to dig a little deeper into what justice means and how the Bible defines justice for us.
2024-10-1417 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Be Just This Sunday we continued in our BE Campaign with a message from Reverend Deanne Lynch about how Christ calls us to BE just.
2024-10-1319 minThe LVfirst PodcastAFTER AMEN - October 7, 2024 Today we're kicking off a new podcast series called After Amen. Each week, we'll be referring back to the previous Sunday's sermon to go deeper into some of the topics and answer any questions that come up!In today's episode, we're looking at yesterday's sermon where we kicked off our BE Campaign. Throughout the month of October, we're encouraging each other to BE just, kind, and humble just as we are called to be in Micah 6:8.If you have a question you'd like us to address on a future...
2024-10-0714 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - What Do You Want to be Known For? This Sunday we kicked off our BE Campaign - our series for the month of October. We started off this series asking ourselves how we can be a people who are known for putting people above politics. We know that when we begin to see people as God sees people, we can truly begin to work together to make a difference in our community and in the world.
2024-10-0627 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Commit to Each Other At church this past Sunday, we dug into the importance and impact of giving our attention to God. We looked at the importance that communal worship on Sunday mornings has on helping us grow closer to God through our connection to each other.
2024-09-2929 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Is Money Worth It? This Sunday we asked ourselves, "Is Money Worth It?" and looked at the story of the widow who puts 2 coins into the offertory in the Temple. We found out that generosity is worth it when we're giving towards meeting the needs of the people around us!
2024-09-2230 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Worth My Time This Sunday we continued in our Worth It series by diving into how we are called to invest our time in meaningful ways. We looked at the story of the Good Samaritan and how that should be an example for us in our daily lives.
2024-09-1532 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Kingdom of God This Sunday we kicked off our new series, Worth It, where we were challenged to ask ourselves "What is it worth to see the Kingdom of God realized here and now?"We hope that you'll continue joining us in the coming weeks as we journey through this series and continue to challenge ourselves by asking, "is it worth it?"
2024-09-0829 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Mission Matters This Sunday, we took a look at the Great Commission and how we can practically live out Jesus's call for us to "go and make disciples." Everyone has a different story, and you never know when someone will need to hear YOUR story!
2024-08-2529 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Trust the Process This week we continued in our series, Game Plan, and talked about what it means to open our hands and give control over to Jesus.
2024-08-1125 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Game Plan This Sunday we kicked off our new series, Game Plan. Over the next few weeks we'll be diving into Jesus' game plan for us to become disciples and to invite others to follow Jesus alongside us!
2024-08-0428 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - In It to Win It This Sunday we're taking a moment to thank our teachers and give them a special blessing as they kick off a new school year. Pastor Adam also leads us in a conversation about what it means to be "in it to win it" and what it really means for us to "win" as a church and as people of faith.
2024-07-2829 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Control The Self This Sunday we wrapped up our summer series, PRODUCE, with a conversation around the last fruit of the spirit... Self-Control.
2024-07-2128 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Are We Faithful? (Rev. Natalie King) This Sunday we are joined by Reverend Natalie King who leads us in a conversation about Faithfulness as a fruit of the spirit.
2024-07-1417 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Choose Kindness This week we're continuing in our series, Produce, where we are diving into the fruits of the spirit. We are joined by Reverend Deanne Lynch who leads us in a discussion about Kindness and Goodness.
2024-07-0715 min
The LVfirst PodcastSermon - Pay Attention This week we're resuming our series, Produce, by diving into the fruits of the spirit: Peace & Patience.
2024-06-2331 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Who Will Believe? This Sunday, we were joined by Rev. Dr. Heather Jallad to kick off an amazing week of Campmeeting. Heather prepared us for a week of services at the campground by encouraging us to think about the greater things God has in store for us if we center our lives around His mission.
2024-06-1624 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Choose Joy This Sunday, we continued our series - Produce - centered around the Fruit of the Spirit. This week we're looking at how living a life having accepted God's love for us can allow us to live a life of endless Joy.
2024-06-0927 min
2024-06-0230 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Invited to Unity This week we're celebrating Pentecost and the unity of the Christian Church.Come, Holy Spirit!
2024-05-1929 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - God's Way Tune into this week's sermon where we talk about how following God's way makes us better at navigating life and relationships.
2024-05-1228 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Abide This week, we had the opportunity to hear from our Director of Student Ministry - McKade Stewart, as head lead us and our students in a message about abiding in the love of God.
2024-05-0518 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Jesus Comes Near Tune in to this week's sermon where we break down the walk to Emmaus and talk about how Jesus renews our hope by drawing near to us.
2024-04-2831 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - As You Are Going In this Sunday's sermon, we're talking about what it would look like if we truly lived - not just as Christians - but as Disciples (Apprentices) of Jesus Christ.
2024-04-2130 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Casting the Net In this week's sermon, we're looking at what it truly means to be fishers of men and what it looks like if the Church turns its attention to connecting with the community.Want to learn more about LVfirst? Visit us online at www.lvfirst.org
2024-04-1429 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Is It Wrong to Doubt? In this week's sermon, Pastor Adam leads us in a conversation about doubt and faith.
2024-04-0726 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - A "What If?" Life On Easter Sunday we started a new series titled "What If?"Pastor Adam started the series by encouraging us to start asking "What If? as opposed to asking "what now?"
2024-03-3126 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Simple Obedience In this week's sermon, Pastor Adam challenges us to get uncomfortable and start taking small steps daily towards obedience to God. "Great moves of God are usually preceded by simple acts of obedience."
2024-03-2431 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Lifting Up Jesus In this week's sermon, we're called to set ourselves and our self-interests aside an come together as a collective to lift up and glorify Jesus.
2024-03-1730 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Shame In this week's sermon, Pastor Adam leads us in a conversation about shame and how shame affects our ability to connect with God.
2024-03-1027 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Growth Requires Discomfort This Sunday's scripture lesson was John 2:13-22. We talked about how growing in our faith often requires us to do things that aren't comfortable. Using the story of Jesus over-turning the tables, we are called to look at our lives and turn over the tables in the areas we need to grow in.
2024-03-0320 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Losing to Gain This Sunday we got to hear from our Director of Student Ministries, McKade Stewart. McKade encourages us to learn to "lose" in order to gain and grow in our faith.
2024-02-2522 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Comfort Creep This week we're kicking off a new sermon series titled, "Comfort Creep". In today's message, you'll hear encouragement from Pastor Adam to use this season of Lent to get out of your comfort zone and encounter Jesus in new ways.
2024-02-1830 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Transfiguration It's Transfiguration Sunday this week and we're talking about how we can live into Jesus's transfiguration by using the past to inform our lives instead of defining our lives.
2024-02-1125 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Unity Over Uniformity In this week's sermon, we're getting real and talking about some upcoming debates in the United Methodist Church - but we're also calling for Methodists and all Christians to acknowledge our differences and choose to not let them divide us. Paul calls us to be a UNITED church, not uniform.
2024-01-2827 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Division is a Choice This week, we’re having a real conversation around politics and leaning on the 3Practices from Jim Hancock and Jim Henderson: Be unusually interested in the other, stay in the room with difference, and stop comparing my best with your worst.
2024-01-2131 min
The LVfirst PodcastA Conversation with Marcus Thorne This Sunday, Pastor Adam invited ReCAST Program Director Marcus Thorne to come and have a conversation around the difference divide and how we can approach the divides around race.
2024-01-1429 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - The Difference Divide We're kicking off 2024 with a new series titled, Uncommon Ground. This week, we're launching into this new series by talking about getting over the differences that divide us.
2024-01-0732 min
2023-12-1732 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Peace Over Fear In this week's sermon, we hear about the Angels appearing to the Shepherds first to announce the birth of Jesus. When we are able to get over our fears, we find peace in the manger.
2023-12-1026 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Hope in Unexpected Moments In this week's sermon, Pastor Adam encourages us to look for hope in the unexpected moments.
2023-12-0324 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Greatness is Service In this sermon, Pastor Adam talks us through Matthew 25:31-46 and encourages us to be a people who share the Good News of Jesus Christ this Christmas season.
2023-11-2630 min
The LVfirst PodcastSERMON - Response-ABILITY Tune in for this sermon from Pastor Adam as we take a look at Jesus' parable of the talents.
2023-11-1936 min
2023-09-2523 min
The LVfirst PodcastTommy Scribbins from Uncle Pigskin Tune in as Adam sits down with Tommy Scribbins from Uncle Pigskin to talk a bit more about their history and what they're up to at Central Gwinnett High School!Interested in learning more? We're hosting an information session July 25th at 7:10PM! Register your interest here: https://forms.gle/eaLLmzLerf1Cng1F8
2023-07-2018 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting with Jeff Poynter | LVfirst Podcast We're sitting down to chat with our Church Administrator, Jeff Poynter, about all things Campmeeting!Campmeeting starts this Sunday (June 18) and runs through the 22nd! We hope to see you out at the campground: 700 Braselton Hwy, Lawrenceville, GA
2023-06-1623 min
2023-06-0318 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting 2022 | Whit Martin (Thursday) Rev. Whit R. Martin is the pastor at Villa Rica First United Methodist Church in Carroll County, GA. Whit has served churches across the conference over the last 17 years with his wife, Ashley. They have two daughters, Laney and Maggie, and are welcoming a baby boy, Beau, this August. Ashley is the daughter of the Rev. Jim Bocian, retired United Methodist minister, and Becky Bocian. Whit grew up at Antioch Campmeeting in Hall County, and is honored to come and serve the Lawrenceville Campground.
2022-06-2331 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting 2022 | Stephen Walters (Wednesday) Stephen Walters is an Ordained Elder in the United Methodist Church and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia. In 2000, Stephen began his career in local church ministry and has served in roles such as Youth Minister, Associate Pastor, and Lead Pastor. In 2016, Stephen accepted a call from God to transition from ministry in the local church to ministry through counseling. Stephen left working in the local church fulltime to return to school to become a counselor. Stephen graduated from Richmont Graduate University in 2018 with his Masters in Counseling. Stephen has worked at The Summit...
2022-06-2236 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting 2022 | Quincy Brown (Tuesday) Quincy D. Brown is the senior pastor of Snellville UMC. Quincy is passionate about discipleship paths that equip people inside the church to imagine new ways to connect people outside the church with Jesus.Prior to coming to Snellville, Quincy was the District Superintendent and Missional Strategist for 85 churches in the Central South District (DeKalb, Rockdale, Newton & Henry Counties) of the North Georgia Conference. Quincy is a certified transitional guide and church transformation and revitalization coach with nearly 30 years of ministry serving as a youth minister, assistant pastor, executive pastor, and a college chaplain and...
2022-06-2123 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting 2022 | Blair Zant (Monday) Rev. Blair Boyd Zant is a pastor, preacher, wife, and mother, and Director of the Center for Congregational Excellence for the North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church. CCE exists to support, resource, and equip congregational leaders in making disciples for Christ, and witnessing transformation in the lives of individuals and communities. She specializes in leadership development, strategic vision planning, worship, and welcome. She loves to preach, but her favorite place is around the Communion Table. She is a proud graduate of the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!) and Duke Divinity School (Go Blue Devils!). She has served...
2022-06-2032 min
The LVfirst PodcastCampmeeting 2022 | Sam Dawkins (Sunday) Sam Dawkins is the pastor of West Georgia Church and campus minister of UWG Wesley. Originally from Conyers, GA, Sam went to the University of Georgia where he felt called to ordained ministry while participating at the UGA Wesley Foundation. He graduated from the Candler School of theology with a Masters of Divinity in 2015. Sam served on staff at The UGA Wesley Foundation, Hartwell FUMC, and FUMC Lawrenceville before being appointed to Carrollton in 2017. Sam and his wife, Natasha, welcomed their first son Noah into the world in September 2020.
2022-06-1928 min