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The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARNot As I Will But As You Will: Jesus at GethsemaneThis week Tom Helmich, Roseann Bowlin and Tevo Chrsitmann come together to reflect on the Pr Joe's message about Jesus at the Garden of Gethsemane.Jesus' last act before the Passion story is to pray that "if possible let this cup pass from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will." (Matt 26:39) TNC staff reflect on what it means to fully surrender our whole lives to the Lord and seek His will above our own.Support the showCheck out more here...2025-06-2644 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARThe Message - "Silence Speaks on Mountain Peaks...hearing God's voice"Join Pastor Tom Helmich as he explores the transformative power of mountain-top experiences, drawing insights from the Transfiguration of Jesus. Discover how moments of divine revelation prepare us for life's challenges, and learn why finding silence in a noisy world is crucial to hearing God's voice.Key Talking Points:The spiritual significance of mountain-top experiencesUnderstanding the Transfiguration of JesusHow silence and solitude connect us with GodOvercoming modern distractions to hear divine guidanceMemorable Quotes:"The mountain top isn't the destination. It's a preparation for something off the mountain.""What if...2025-06-1622 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARBaptism: The Role of Sacraments, Symbols and RitualsThe podcast discusses the significance of baptism and its historical context. The hosts, Tom Helmich, Tevo Christmann, and Andrea Lickfelt, explore the biblical narrative of Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist, emphasizing the symbolic and theological implications. They delve into the rituals of baptism, its role in Jewish identity, and its evolution into Christian practice. The conversation also touches on the theological debates around infant baptism, the distinction between sacraments and symbols, and the importance of faith and community in the Christian tradition. The discussion concludes with a reflection on the upcoming topic of the TransfigurationSupport...2025-06-1157 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, AR"Take a Little Jesus with You" - Traveling with Jesus this SummerIn this TNC podcast episode, Pastor Joe Liles and his team explore the "I Found Jesus" series, diving into Jesus's transformative ministry around the Sea of Galilee. The hosts - Roseann Bowlin, Tom Helmich, and Tevo Christmann - unpack where they each seek Jesus and break down three powerful biblical passages that reveal the essence of discipleship.Key Takeaways:Personal Invitation: Jesus calls disciples personally, demonstrating that faith is fundamentally relational, not programmatic.Finding Jesus Everywhere: The team shares unique spaces where they encounter God - from quiet backyards and walking trails to old churches and...2025-06-0451 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARGraduation Sunday Message: Two Gifts, One Warning, and a MissionJoin Pastor Tom Helmich as he delivers his first message as "Pastor Tom." This message was for our graduates in high school, college, and post-graduate studies - and truly, for all believers. On this Memorial Day weekend, Pastor Tom explores Jesus' prayer in John 17, unpacking the gifts of God's Word, Christ's intercession, and our mission in the world. Key highlights: Understanding our role as Christians in the worldThe importance of staying rooted in faithFinding mentors and communityLiving as witnesses of Christ's love Whether you're a graduate, parent, or anyone seeking spiritual guidance, this mess...2025-05-2624 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, AR"Sacred Sunday" - Rediscovering Traditional Worship in a Modern ChurchThis past Sunday was Sacred Sunday, a special service at the Neighborhood Church, a traditional Lutheran liturgical worship. In this episode, Pastor Joe Liles, Tom Helmich, Roseann Bowlin, and Tevo Christman - talk through insights into the historical and theological significance of traditional worship practices and how liturgical practices connect congregants to historical Christian traditions.Bishop Becca's sermon on John 13:31-35 explored themes of discipleship, love, and Christian witness. She found a balance between traditional and contemporary worship styles, discussing how liturgical elements can be meaningful in modern church contexts, while also saying, "How we w...2025-05-2247 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, ARThe Reformation: Exploring the Five Solas and the split from the Catholic ChurchExplore the transformative moment in Christian history that reshaped theological understanding forever: the Reformation in 1517. In this episode of the TNC Podcast, Pastor Joe, Tom Helmich, Tevo Christmann, and Roseann Bowlin dive into the Reformation, examining Martin Luther's groundbreaking challenges to the Catholic Church and the emergence of the five solas that fundamentally altered Christian doctrine.Drawing from historical insights and theological scholarship, we trace the origins of Protestant (not Catholic) thought, discussing how Luther's 95 Theses sparked a movement that democratized faith and scripture. Our conversation references the comprehensive podcast "Here We Stand" (ht...2025-05-0746 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, AR"The Making of a Pastor: Tom's Seminary Experience"Join us as we dive deep into the faithful world of seminary education with Tom Helmich. Tom shares his seven-year journey towards pastoral ordination through the Evangelical Lutheran Church and Wartburg Theological Seminary. This is an inside look at the rigorous process of becoming a Lutheran pastor. From psychological evaluations and theological interviews to clinical pastoral education and internships, Tom unpacks the multiple checkpoints and challenges of his seminary experience. Through this podcast, you can gain insights into the spiritual, academic, and personal discernment required to answer a call to ministry. In addition to Tom's pe...2025-04-3044 min
The Neighborhood Church, Bentonville, AR"Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Unpacking Anger and Jesus' Righteous Emotion"In this episode of the podcast, Pastor Joe, Pastor Tom Helmich, Roseann and Tyra, explore and unpack the often misunderstood emotion of anger within the context of spiritual growth. Drawing from the narrative of Jesus cleansing the temple, they make a critical distinction between destructive anger and righteous emotion.Breaking down the biblical text from multiple perspectives and challenging traditional interpretations, they offer fresh insights into Jesus' actions. The discussion traverses Jesus' journey, the complexities of temple commerce, and the systemic injustices of the time, all the while answering the question of, "what truly constitutes righteous emotion?" 2025-04-0941 min