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Warrior ParentingPassion in Education: Caleb's Conversation with Kay, Middle School Bible and History TeacherToday, Caleb sits down with Kay, a passionate middle school Bible and history teacher, to delve into her love for teaching and explore some of her favorite subjects to impart to students.2025-04-0824 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: As a Christian Why do I Still Feel Guilty?In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick and Mike discuss how guilt is having a “moment“, what we should do with our pervasive feelings of guilt, and they discuss the validity of deathbed conversions.Check out more about other topics from Pastor Nick's blog: nickcady.org2025-04-0318 minWarrior ParentingHannah Wright and Middle School Math and ScienceHannah is our Middle School Math and Science teacher. Listen to what her classroom is like! 2025-02-1817 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoRevelation 3:1-6 - The Church in Sardis From Reputation to RealityIn Revelation 3:1-6 we see that the true Christian life is not only reflected by our external reputation, but even more through our internal reality.2025-02-0337 minWarrior ParentingRyan Miller and the 4th and 5th Grade ClassOn this episode of the Warrior Parenting Podcast, Caleb sits down with Ryan Miller, a 4th and 5th-grade teacher. Ryan shares his journey to becoming a teacher and gives us a glimpse into what his classroom is like.2025-01-1423 minWarrior ParentingThird Grade Thrives: A Teacher's Perspective with Rebekah FlowersIn this episode of the Warrior Parenting Podcast, Caleb sits down with Rebekah Flowers, a passionate third-grade teacher, to explore her journey into teaching and her love for the classroom. Together, they discuss the joys and challenges of working with third graders, the impact teachers have on young lives, and what parents can do to support their child's learning at this pivotal stage. Don’t miss this insightful conversation filled with wisdom, humor, and practical tips!2024-12-1019 minWarrior ParentingSit down with Mrs. Lucarelli in the 2nd GradeCaleb chats with Marie Lucarelli about what her second-grade classroom is like at Longmont Christian School.2024-10-2221 minWarrior ParentingLife in the 1st GradeToday Caleb sits down with Tori Buchanan the first grade teacher to talk about life in her classroom! 2024-10-0116 minWarrior ParentingA Conversation with Liz Deaver on Teaching KindergartenersToday on the Warrior Parenting podcast, Caleb sits down with Liz Deaver to discuss her passion for teaching kindergarteners.2024-09-1018 minWarrior ParentingWhat’s New at Longmont Christian: A Chat with Principal PerkinsToday, Caleb sits down with Principal Lynsey Perkins to discuss the upcoming school year at Longmont Christian School. They cover a variety of topics, including new staff members, the school's theme verse, and recent upgrades to technology and classroom learning methods. Lynsey also explains what the Warrior Den is and how students can use it to have the best possible day at school.2024-08-2723 minWarrior ParentingBack to School August 2024Welcome back to the new school year and another season of Warrior Parenting! Today, Caleb sits down with Steve Layne, the school's executive director, to discuss key elements of the strategic plan and explore this year's verse: Romans 12:4-5.2024-08-1427 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoMatthew 10:34-42 - A True Christian LifeIn Matthew 10:34-42 we learn that every true follower of Christ can expect a cost, a cross, and a crown.2024-06-2440 min
FBLA Trojan NationEpisode 9- Matt DiorioThis episode features Harlow Moran, Henry Brockmann, Aaliyah Ochoa, and Christian Vaca Perez with their guest Matt Diorio. Matt Diorio is a Longmont alumni and an IT Manager. Matt also volunteers at LHS and helps develop the FBLA Trojan Nation podcast. You can follow his podcast at crashinggamenight.com covering "all things gaming, movies, and entertainment." Enjoy listening!2024-05-3019 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Is the Purpose of the Christian Life to Get to Heaven or to Know Jesus?In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the ultimate goal of the Christian life, what our true purpose is, and what the definition of what the Son of Man is according to Daniel 7 and why Jesus took on that moniker.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermons
Check out more about other topics from Pastor Nick's blog: nickcady.org2024-05-1619 minWarrior ParentingEnd of Year Report Card...Do you remember the end of the school year when you were in elementary school? Before grades were emailed to parents, report cards were sent in the mail. Some of you may have even tried to get to your report card before your parents did. We created an end-of-year report card for how we did at Longmont Christian this year. Instead of coming in the mail or through RenWeb, it's right here on your podcast players. In this episode, Caleb sits down with some leaders at the school to go over the school report card.2024-05-0734 minWarrior ParentingArt, Español, and Playground Tales: Discovering Krizzia Mireles at LCSToday, Caleb sits down with Krizzia Mireles, the art teacher at LCS, who plays a significant role by managing social media and teaching Spanish to students ranging from preschool to middle school. In this episode, they explore Krizzia's journey to LCS, her passion for teaching, and unravel the mystery behind the goose on the playground.2024-03-1916 minWarrior ParentingNavigating Learning Horizons: Katie Keith Unpacks Project-Based Learning at Longmont ChristianToday, Caleb sat down with Katie Keith, the middle school English teacher, to explore Katie's journey and how she came to be a part of Longmont Christian. The conversation delved into the concept of Project-Based Learning (PBL), as Longmont Christian School has made a concerted effort to integrate PBL into the curriculum this year. This episode aims to provide parents with a deeper understanding of PBL and its significance in their children's education.2024-03-0521 minWarrior ParentingSpiritual Insights: Caleb Unpacks Student Perspectives on Life's BenchmarksToday, Caleb takes a solo moment to share insights on his discoveries regarding students and their spiritual lives. He delves into five benchmarks, providing an overview of what students are expressing about these topics.2024-02-2019 min
Book Chatter PodcastBooks That Teach Us How To Live. . . and DieLibrary staff discuss and recommend what they're reading and chat about what the Longmont Public Library has to offer. Books recommended and discussed in this episode:My Bright Abyss: Meditation of a Modern Believer, by Christian Wiman; The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff; Watership Down: the Graphic Novel adapted from Richard Adams' novel by James Sturm and Joe Stutphin; Whalefall: a Novel by Daniel Kraus; The Book of Joy with the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu; Self-Therapy by Jay Earley; Black Hole Blues and Other Songs from Outer Space by Janna Levin;18 Tiny Deaths: The...2024-02-0928 minWarrior ParentingPlayful Discoveries: Inside the Longmont Christian Preschool ExperienceToday, Caleb engages in a conversation with Kacie Morrish, the preschool director at Longmont Christian. Together, they delve into the comprehensive offerings of the preschool program. The discussion explores the strategies employed by teachers to introduce young students to Jesus, provides insights into the daily lives of preschoolers, and sheds light on the collaborative partnership with parents.2024-02-0622 minWarrior ParentingBuilding Foundations: Nurturing Social and Emotional Growth at Longmont Christian with Seth HaysToday, Caleb and Seth, the school counselors, sat down to discuss how Longmont Christian has implemented a social and emotional curriculum for the school. They reviewed the benefits observed so far and emphasized the importance of maintaining a Christ-centered perspective in fostering the social and emotional development of the students.2024-01-2317 minWarrior ParentingEmpowering Education: A Conversation with Sharon Pederson, LCS Resource TeacherThis week, join Caleb as he engages in a insightful conversation with Sharon Pederson, the dedicated resource teacher at LCS. They delve into Sharon's journey into this crucial role, exploring the invaluable advantages that programs like hers bring to the LCS community and its families. Discover the impact of education empowerment in this episode.2023-12-0527 minWarrior ParentingExploring Spiritual Education: A Conversation with Principal Lynsey PerkinsIn this episode, Caleb talks with Principal Lynsey Perkins, where they delve into her background in public education. Join them as they explore the unique advantages of students learning the spiritual aspects offered at Longmont Christian School compared to other educational institutions. Gain valuable insights into the holistic development of students and the benefits of a spiritually enriched education.2023-11-2131 minWarrior ParentingNurturing Spirituality in Christian Schools: A Conversation with Executive Director Steve LayneIn today's episode, Caleb engages in a meaningful discussion with Executive Director Steve Layne. Together, they delve into the vital role of spiritual development within Christian schools. Discover how Longmont Christian plans to collaborate with parents to enhance their children's spiritual growth. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on the journey of faith and education.2023-11-0727 minWarrior Parenting15 Minutes to Mission: Inside LCS's Academic, Social Emotional and Spiritual JourneyIn this episode, we condense a crucial meeting about Longmont Christian School's mission into a quick, insightful 15-minute podcast. Discover how LCS is wholeheartedly committed to achieving its mission in a concise and engaging format.Here is the link if you would like to sign up for the parenting class: https://www.subscribepage.com/positive-discipline_lcs2023-10-2417 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Should I Pay Taxes?Pastors Michael Payne and Jason Cralley discuss Titus 3.1 and the Christian's responsibility in submitting to governmental authorities and all the ramifications of what that might mean.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermon/...
Check out more about other topics from Pastor Nick's blog: nickcady.org2023-08-1820 min
The Christian Chronicle PodcastEpisode 18: A deacon's wife who forever changed politics in a city of 1.3 million. And the story of church that became a hospital.We remember the life and work of Sister Ruth Wyrick of the Marsalis Avenue Church of Christ in Dallas, Texas. Born in the segregated South of the 1930s, Sister Wyrick used the power of hospitality and kindness to forever change politics and public service in Dallas. Shay Wyrick Cathey and Christian Chronicle board member Taneise Perry reveal how Sister Wyrick's faith, hope, and love inspired her to change the course of her community's history. Then, Edward Bowen and Devon Newburn explain how they helped turn the Longmont (Colorado) Church of Christ into a medical clinic that serves 11,000 of their...2023-05-111h 04
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Shame, Honor, and the BibleIn this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick and Michael discuss shame, and how it is a major theme that runs through the Bible, which has its resolution in Jesus. Further, they discuss the tension between suffering and deliverance from evil in the Christian life.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermons
Follow Pastor Nick's blog: nickcady.org2023-05-1021 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Christian Combat?!In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss what a man or woman of God is to be characterized by, and what it means to fight the good fight of faith.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermons
Follow Pastor Nick's blog: nickcady.org2023-03-2321 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Should Christians Have Boundaries?In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss whether Jesus taught that if you are a Christian you should let people walk all over you. What boundaries should define our relationships as Christians? 2022-11-3013 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: What was Paul's Thorn in the Flesh?In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the prophecy in Acts 9 about the things that Paul would suffer and how a Christian theology of suffering is the only satisfying explanation for the bad things in this life.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermon/gods-strength-in-our-weakness/2022-11-2420 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: ”I’ve Got Jesus, Why Do I Need Anybody Else?”In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the role of Christian Community in helping us to not sink under the burdens of this life.2022-08-0313 min
UCC Longmont SermonsMay 15th, 2022Have you ever been surprised by the situations (or things) that uncover the restrictions or narrowness of your thinking?
Pizza and sneakers come to mind for me. What comes to mind for you?
As it turns out, the early Christian community bumped up against restrictive and narrow thinking too. We'll explore a few of those situations this Sunday as we read an account from the Book of Acts.2022-05-1620 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Alternative Explanations for the ResurrectionIn this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the ways that people who don't believe in the resurrection explain the Christian movement if Jesus did not really rise from the dead and we offer a preview of the net series "So That You May Believe."
Pastor Michael mentions Lee Strobel's The Case for Christ. It is available in our Book Shoppe on Sundays.
To listen to Sunday's sermon: https://whitefieldschurch.com/sermon/jesus-is-the-resurrection-and-the-life/2022-04-2117 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoUnity and Diversity in the Body of ChristIn 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 we see that every Christian is a member of Christ’s body, gifted by God in complementary ways to serve others and do His work in the world.2021-11-0835 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: What Does It Mean to Glorify God?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss what it means to give glory to God with our lives, and the freedom that brings, and a bonus update on Pastor Nick's former roommates.2021-10-2012 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoDo All to the Glory of GodIn 1 Corinthians 10 we learn that rather than asking how much you can get away with, as followers of Jesus we seek to do all things to the glory of God.2021-10-1935 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Should Pastors Be Paid?In this week's sermon extra, Pastor Nick Cady talks with Curt Fuller, a new member of the church staff, about when and how much should pastors be paid.2021-10-1315 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSetting Aside Our Rights for the Sake of the GospelIn 1 Corinthians 9:1-27, we learn that while rights and freedoms are wonderful, sometimes the higher calling we have in Christ compels us to set aside our rights and freedoms for the sake of something greater.2021-10-1237 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Does Christian Liberty Mean Being Held Captive By Every Whim?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss Christian liberty and the pitfalls that Christians fall into on either side of the topic.2021-10-0615 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSomething More Important Than Being RightIn 1 Corinthians 8, we see that knowledge can be used to hurt or to help, and God’s love for us compels us to a higher calling than just being right.2021-10-0434 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Are You Feeling Discontentment?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the idols in society that can breed discontentment.2021-09-2913 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoBloom Where You’re PlantedIn 1 Corinthians 7:10-40, we learn that the key to contentment in the midst of your circumstances is knowing the hope and the calling you have in Christ.2021-09-2729 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Is Hospitality a Spiritual Gift?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss this week's sermon in 3 John and how to speak the truth in love. 2021-09-2220 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoTruth & LovePete Nelson (founding pastor of White Fields) shares a message from 3 John, answering the question: What does “walking in the truth” look like in practice?2021-09-2035 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Does God Really Want You to be Married?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss issues of singleness, culture, marriage, and how those fit in to the higher caller God has for our lives.2021-09-1518 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoWhy Does God Care What You Do With Your Body?In 1 Corinthians 6:12 - 7:9 we learn that as embodied beings, what we do with our bodies has spiritual significance, and knowing this helps us understand and respond to what Jesus did for us.2021-09-1436 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoMissions Extra: Jon MarkeyPastor Michael Payne talks with Pastor Jon Markey about his ministry in Ternopil, Ukraine and the impact they are having through writing music and supporting local and national Christian artists.
Crucified Messiah: https://youtu.be/Fs9vvJ46UDI
See: https://youtu.be/kSUep-O_wXU
This is Our God (Ukrainian version): https://youtu.be/SRxr2ZRuM1Y
Room for More YouTube channel: Room for More
Distant Fields: Order Here
Calvary Chapel Ternopil (Ukraine): https://www.facebook.com/ccternopil/2021-09-0835 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoYou Have The Right To Remain SilentIn 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 the Corinthians had boasted in their wisdom and knowledge, yet Paul points out they don’t even have enough wisdom to judge amongst themselves. Moreover their failure in this area brings shame on them and diminishes their witness to unbelievers and denies their new identity in Christ.2021-09-0644 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Who is the Church For?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss church discipline, is the church meant to be evangelistic or making disciples, and should pastors and leaders be subject to it if they fall.2021-09-0117 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoChurch Discipline & the Love of GodIn 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 we learn that church discipline is an act of love which seeks to save, protect, and restore.2021-08-3140 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Is it Arrogant to Say "Follow Me as I Follow Christ"?In this week's Sermon Extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss God’s economy and the World’s economy as it relates to authority and power dynamics.2021-08-2516 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Measure of SuccessIn 1 Corinthians 4:1-21, we learn that the measures of success in God’s Kingdom are faithfulness and fruitfulness.2021-08-2438 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Will Suicide Send Me to Hell?If you are in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, use the contact info below to get help. Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (the Lifeline) at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Crisis workers are available 24 hours a day. Calls are free and confidential.
In this week's Sermon Extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss 1 Corinthians 3.16-17 and the question of whether suicide is an unforgivable sin.2021-08-1915 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoTime to GrowIn 1 Corinthians 3:1-23, we see that growing in maturity as children of God requires nourishment, exercise, and construction.2021-08-1540 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Dumb for Jesus?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss the role of knowledge in following Jesus: if "knowledge puffs up", then it is better to be "dumb for Jesus"? Pastor Nick also gives insight into his journey toward an education in theology.2021-08-1120 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoHuman Weakness & the Power of GodIn 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 we see that the good news of the gospel is that what we are unable to do in our human weakness, God has done for us through Jesus: revealing Himself to us and transforming us into new creations.2021-08-1036 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoMissions Extra: God's Work in UkrainePastor Nick Cady talks with Pastor Benjamin Morrison of Calvary Chapel Svitlovodsk, Ukraine about all that God is doing in Ukraine and through City to City Ukraine, which he is the Coordinator for.2021-08-0433 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoEnjoy JesusGuest Speaker Benjamin Morrison visits from Ukraine. In this sermon, we look at some common ways that people relate to God and contrast that with the picture in Ephesians 5:25-32 of God as a groom and the church as His bride.2021-08-0231 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Is the Theology of the Cross at Odds with the Theology of Glory?In this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne discuss Martin Luther's description of Theology of Glory vs the Theology of the Cross and how it works out in modern thinking, as well as the way to be happy. 2021-07-2813 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Message of the Cross & the Power of GodIn 1 Corinthians 1:17-31 we learn that although the message of the cross runs contrary to popular thinking, everything that people truly need and ultimately desire is found in Jesus.2021-07-2636 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Why Aren't All of Apostle Paul's Letters Scripture?In this week's Sermon Extra Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne summarize and expand on this week's sermon and discuss why not all of Paul's letters were not considered scripture.2021-07-2111 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoUnited By a Higher CallingIn 1 Corinthians 1:1-18 we see that cure for unnecessary divisions is found in being united by the higher calling we have in Jesus.
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White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSermon Extra: Engaging Your Emotions in WorshipIn this week's sermon extra, Pastors Nick Cady and Michael Payne follow up Sunday's sermon with a bonus Hebrew word for related to worship and discuss the implications for church on Sunday morning.
Pastor Michael mentions David G. Peterson's book Engaging with God: a Biblical Theology of Worship2021-07-1417 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoOut of the Depths of my HeartPsalm 95:1-7 Did you know there is more than one word for 'Praise' in the Bible? As we look at 7 of the most common Hebrew words used for 'Praise' we will see the depth and breadth of emotion and the diversity of expression available to us as the finite responds to the infinite love of the gospel.2021-07-1141 min
UCC Longmont SermonsJune 6th, 2021Have you ever thought about the connection between scripture and hymns? This week we'll explore the gift of music as a well being practice and a conveyor of Christian teachings.2021-06-0810 min
UCC Longmont SermonsMay 2nd, 2021 - Community CovenantWhat does UCC Longmont have in common with a monastery? This week we are joined by Rev. Amelia as we think about what it means to be an "intentional Christian community." We draw on the monastic tradition of a Rule of Life to think about what guides us individually and as a church.2021-05-0320 min
UCC Longmont SermonsApril 4th, 2021 - Easter SundayJoin Rev. Sarah as we reflect on the story of Jesus Christ on Easter Sunday. One of the greatest gifts of the Christian tradition is the beautiful truth that, in the end, there is resurrection and love endures.2021-04-1216 min
UCC Longmont SermonsJanuary 17th, 2021 - SinIn this Worship Service we are joined by Rev. Sarah as we continue our January sermon series on "words," where we'll explore some of the more challenging ideas and teachings throughout Christian history. This week we'll be exploring Christian thoughts and invitations related to sin and confession.2021-01-1923 min
UCC Longmont SermonsJanuary 10th, 2021 - Redemption and SalvationIn this Worship Service continue our January sermon series on "words," where we explore some of the more challenging (but hope-filled) ideas throughout Christian history. We are joined by Rev. Sarah as we explore Christian thoughts and invitations related to salvation and redemption.2021-01-1133 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoLongmont Pastor: Does Proverbs Condone Bribery? (Audio)In this video, Pastor Nick speaks with Benjamin Morrison, pastor of Calvary Chapel Svitlovodsk, Ukraine and director of City to City Ukraine about the topic of bribery, corruption, and what the Bible has to say about it - particularly whether the Book...2020-12-3021 min
The BeaconWhen God provides HOPE to the Homeless with a Heart like HisJoseph Zanovitch has learned a lot. God used addiction in his own life and a number of key friendships with those he met who were suffering through homelessness to bring about a safe place for people and families who find themselves living in their cars. Joseph grew up in Phoenix (Phoenix Christian alumnus, 1997) and moved to Los Angeles. While living in California he made friendships with many homeless people and when he moved to Longmont, Colorado and started working with Homeless Outreach Providing Encouragement (HOPE) he founded Safe Lots. Using underutilized resources in an empty church parking lot has...2020-07-2443 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Resurrected Life (Audio)The Christian life is not about reformation but resurrection, and resurrection requires a death in order for rebirth to take place. In this section, Peter describes what it means to live the resurrected life here on Earth.2019-11-1743 min
UCC Longmont SermonsGrief, Death and Faith: Spiritual Comfort without the BaggageInterviews, resources and practical ideas for parents from a progressive Christian perspective. If you've ever had a question about how to talk about sex, death, race, LGTBQ equality or are looking for strategies to address discipline challenges, develop resiliency or help kids stay engaged when school is crushing their curiosity, this is the place for you. Rev. Amelia Richardson Dress is a United Church of Christ pastor, a writer who frequently covers education, parenting and spirituality and a parent committed to teaching kids about the expansive love of God.2019-11-0712 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoHome Away From Home (Audio)Psalm 118:14-15,29 - Once you've become a Christian, what's the next step for you to take? In this second chapter of Peter's first letter, he shows us that while Heaven is our ultimate home, God has a purpose with us here on Earth. We are called to live as...2019-10-2045 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoDoes God Want You to be Happy? - Pilgrim's Progress Sermon Extra (Audio)Join us this week and redeem a word stolen from the christian vernacular.
Catch up here with Sunday's sermon in case you missed it: http://whitefieldschurch.com/sermons/the-h-word/2019-10-1607 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoMind Your Business (Audio)Psalms 116:12-14, 17; The essence of the Christian life is working out that which God has worked in us by what Jesus did for us. In the final chapter of his second letter to the Thessalonians, Paul encourages us to mind the business that God has called us to in light of...2019-09-2945 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoICNBIAGW...Creates Hateful and Hypocritical Followers (Audio)Psalm 130:3-4,7; If Christianity is true and God is love, then why are so many Christians unloving and unkind? From judgmentalism to Christian leaders who get caught doing the very things they preach against, the behavior of those who claim to follow Jesus is a major...2019-06-0240 min
UCC Longmont Sermons2 3 19 The Day You BeginWhen was the last time you felt like an outsider or were surrounded by people you didn't know? This Sunday, weexplored the Christian value of inclusion and how we are asked to create a community of compassion and refuge for folks who live on the margins.2019-02-0423 min
UCC Longmont SermonsIn Other Words: Talking to Kids About Stuff That Matters with BethyWhen was the last time you felt like an outsider or were surrounded by people you didn't know? This Sunday we will explore the Christian value of inclusion and how we are asked to create a community of compassion and refuge for folks who live on the margins.2019-01-3130 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoYour Sorrow Will Turn Into Joy (Audio)John 16:16-24; Jesus used the picture of childbirth to describe what it means to be a Christian: intense pain and anguish, which is going to be overcome by great joy.2018-12-0940 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoWhy Religious People Need the Gospel (Audio)Romans 2:17-3:9; Paul now turns his attention to the religious person who puts their trust in the fact that they were baptized or circumcised as a baby, that they know a lot about the Bible, or that they grew up in Christian family or attended church. He reminds us...2018-06-1039 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Trouble Is...Part 4: the "Christ Myth” (Audio)Colossians 2:18-19; Did Christianity just borrow (or steal) its ideas from other ancient myths and legends like Horace, Osiris and Ishtar? How do we make sense of the parallels that we see to some Christian doctrines in other ancient beliefs?2018-04-2939 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Trouble Is...Part 3: Science (Audio)Matthew 22:34-40; Does science disprove God and the Bible? Does Christian faith require a person to ignore science in order to believe? Is faith antithetical to facts? We address these questions and more as we continue our series looking at the biggest hurdles people...2018-04-2246 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Trouble Is… Christians Are Hypocrites (Audio)John 8:1-11; From the Crusades to Christian leaders who get caught doing the very things they preach against, hypocrisy is a major hurdle for some people in embracing Christianity. In the 8th chapter of the Gospel of John, we see an example of religious hypocrisy...2018-04-1541 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoSola Scriptura - Scripture Alone (Audio)2 Timothy 3:16-17; Sola scriptura means that Scripture alone is authoritative for the faith and practice of the Christian. The Bible is complete, authoritative, and true. What then are the implications of this for us and how we live our lives?2017-10-2940 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoMoving Into Maturity (Audio)Hebrews 5:11-6:3; How does spiritual growth happen? What does Christian maturity look like? The writer to the Hebrews encourages us to consider where we are at in our journey, and what to do to move forward into maturity.2017-10-1540 min
The Flourishing Culture Leadership PodcastS2E31: How To Rebuild Trust After Leadership Transition // Shan Moyers & Linden Kirby, Rocky Mountain Christian ChurchHow can an incoming leader rebuild trust after a longtime, well-loved lead pastor retires? That’s the story of today’s guests. The two leaders you’re going to meet have shown a remarkable track record of achievement. They’ve worked together to move their church staff culture from critical condition to a flourishing workplace. Joining us today are Shan Moyers, Lead Pastor, and Linden Kirby, Pastor of Operations at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Rocky has two campuses in Longmont and Frederick, Colorado and 55 staff. Their mission is to know Jesus and love like him. Listen in to...2017-06-1233 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Gospel Reenactment (Audio)Colossians 3:12 - 4:1; How to live as a Christian, according to the Bible, is not about mere rule keeping. The New Testament model for our behavior is a dynamic living out of the life of Christ that has been worked into us. We do this by appreciating and reenacting the...2016-08-2143 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoLearning Contentment While Fighting Complacency (Audio)Philippians 4:10-23; Throughout Paul's letter to the Philippians he has shown how the Christian life is at the same time about resting in God's work on our behalf and actively pursuing God and doing His will. In this final section, Paul highlights these 2...2016-07-1045 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoRedefining Life and Death (Audio)Philippians 1:12-30; As Paul reflects on his current predicament, he shares the uniquely Christian view on life and death which enables him, and can enable us too, to have confidence and joy no matter what circumstances he might face.2016-05-1543 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe Art of Persuasion (Audio)Acts 26:9-32; As Paul speaks to King Agrippa about how he became a Christian, Agrippa realizes that Paul is not merely telling him a story, but seeking to persuade him to be a Christian. All of us are constantly engaged in the art of persuasion, but the nature of...2016-04-1742 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoDoctrine and Discipleship (Audio)Acts 18:23-19:10; As the focus of the Christian mission turns to the city of Ephesus, we see how essentially important sound doctrine and good teaching are for discipleship.2016-01-1739 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoAn Indomitable Spirit (Audio)Acts 5:12-42; The early Christian church was characterized by power and purity, but they experienced persecution. However, there was something they had, and we can have too, which enabled them to continue on undaunted in the face of opposition and difficulty.2015-07-1251 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoLive Free Or Die (Audio)Acts 4:32 - 5:11; Not everything was perfect in the early Christian church; many people struggled with the same issues that people struggle with today. In the contrast between Barnabas and Ananias and Sapphira, we see what it means to truly live free and how we can...2015-07-0542 min
White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoBaptism by Fire (Audio)Acts 1:12- 2:41; On the day of Pentecost the Christian church was born and Jesus' disciples experienced a baptism by fire, in more ways than one.2015-05-3147 minWhite Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoKnowing Your Audience (Audio)Matthew 6:1-8, 16-18; Here in this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus talks about the difference between hypocritical religion and authentic piety and devotion to God. To be a Christian is to eschew all forms of hypocritical religiousity and to pursue a real...2015-04-1241 min
Oral ArgumentEpisode 4: Grow a PearFrom far northern climes, we are joined by Sarah Schindler, land use and property expert, hipster scholar, and lawn destroyer. In this episode we discuss Maine, backyard chicken raising, zoning, Brasília, the virtues and pleasures of law-breaking, and banning lawns. Sponsored this week by the Monsanto Corporation. Not really.
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Errata! Jukkasjärvi and its ice hotel are in Sweden, not Finland. Apologies to our Swedish listeners.
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David Fagundes, Talk Derby to Me: Intellectual Property Norms Governing Roller Derby Pseudo...2014-01-181h 10White Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoWalking in the Light (Audio)Ephesians 5:1-21; Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. The essence of the Christian life is the imitation of God. In this section, we are instructed about 3 practical ways in which we can imitate God in response to what He has done for us.2013-08-2542 minWhite Fields Community Church | A Christian Church in Longmont, ColoradoThe ABC and the A-Z of the Christian Life (Audio)Galatians 3:1-14; The Gospel is not just how we are saved, but it is how we grow as Christians as well. It is not just the ABC of Christianity, but the A-Z.2013-04-1442 min