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SojournalJared Holland ('05)Jared Holland, a.k.a. Tom Morgan, is the host of "Morgan in the Morning" for 99.7 WCYK in Charlottesville, Virginia. He got his start in radio by working for the former WJBC radio station on the campus of Johnson University and then moved into the local radio market with WOKI and WIVK in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Now in his second stint with 99.7 CYK, Jared also serve as a voice actor. He is married to 2009 graduate Michelle (Brown) Holland but didn't meet her until well after the completion of his undergraduate degree.
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2022-12-1558 min
SojournalTyson Chastain ('00. '07)Today, Richard Clark sits in the host chair while the usual host becomes the guest. Tyson Chastain is a 2000 and 2007 graduate of Johnson University Tennessee and has served the University in some capacity since 2002. After completing his degree in Bible and Missions in 2000, Tyson and his family spent two years serving the Lord's kingdom in Central America. Various circumstances brought that ministry to a close and led Tyson and his family back to Johnson.
After returning to the United States, Tyson started working for the University while also studying on the graduate level, earning a Master's Degree...
2022-03-0743 min
SojournalPreview - Tyson Chastain ('00, '07)Tyson Chastain has been a consistent face at Johnson University since first stepping on campus as a freshman in 1995. After his 5-year academic journey and 2-year stint on the mission field, Tyson landed a full-time employment role with Johnson University. It wasn't until adulthood that Tyson, along with his wife and son, found Christ. However, that late arrival to faith did not eliminate the opportunity for Tyson to pursue the preparation for a ministry vocation at Johnson University.
2022-03-0401 minSojournalPreview - Dr. David Eubanks ('57, '58)On Monday's episode, the Sojournal podcast turns 50! That is...our 50th episode! Thank you to everyone who has listened as we've taken this journey together. To make this episode special, we will welcome a very distinguished guest to the podcast.
If you have any familiarity with Johnson University then you will instantly recognize the name David Eubanks. Dr. Eubanks grew up in nearby Maryville, Tennessee, and came to Johnson Bible College at the very strong encouragement of his home church minister, Dr. Floyd Clark. Few names are as synonymous with the school as those of David and Mar...
2021-12-3101 min
SojournalRachel (Oblon, '05) GrindleRachel's spiritual journey started in a Catholic church but, as a junior high school student, she found herself without a living faith. That is when youth group members of Greenwood Christian Church invited Rachel's older sister to attend. Rachel joined her sister and that was the beginning of a faith journey that has included time at Johnson and ministry stops in Indiana, California, Missouri, and Tennessee.
This episode of the Sojournal podcast will encourage us to pause our penchant for judging others as we see Rachel strive to stay faithful to God in a context where her wor...
2021-12-2748 minSojournalPreview - Rachel (Oblon, '05) GrindleRachel's journey started in central Indiana when she was invited to attend the youth meetings at a local church. Despite early family opposition to her growing faith, Rachel persevered and proved her mettle as she joined the staff of her local church before ever attending college. After Johnson, Rachel's journey has included ministries in Indiana, California, and Missouri. Rachel's vocational service has included stints in youth ministry, missions ministry, and teaching ministries in the local church and at Ozark Christian College.
As a female in ministry, she has faced her share of opposition. Rachel is quick to l...
2021-12-2401 min
SojournalMark Andrews ('80)Dr. Mark Andrews is the founding director of Adoptive Family Resources (https://www.adoptivefamilyresources.org/). Their mission is to come alongside international and domestic adoptive parents and their children to help them achieve their fullest potential as a family.
Mark's journey included stints in local ministry as well as counseling. He is passionate about helping children find their way and strengthening families.
2021-12-2044 minSojournalPreview - Mark Andrews ('80)The academic journey of Mark Andrews, in combination with his practical ministry and counseling experience, enables him to bring a broad perspective to his current role as the founding director of Adoptive Family Resources. As he reflected on his journey at Johnson University, Mark remembered the tremendous blessing of being able to share life with the faculty and staff who live on the campus of Johnson University.
2021-12-1701 min
SojournalScott Eynon ('84)After a prodigal season and a brief academic career at University of North Florida, Scott found his way to Central Florida Bible College. Thanks to the timely encouragement of friends and an awakening to the most important question in life, Scott persevered in his time at CFBC and went on to youth ministry, graduate work, and pulpit ministry. Scott has served Community Christian Church in the Ft. Lauderdale area of south Florida for twenty-seven years.
Scott's journey is both inspirational and motivational. Be sure to tune in to hear his heart and learn from his ministry experience.
2021-12-1348 minSojournalPreview - Scott Eynon ('84)In the midst of a "Prodigal" season in his young adult life, Scott attended his first year of college at the University of North Florida. He could have gone to the University of Florida or University of Miami, but he was concerned about about how the party scene at those schools might impact his well being. It wasn't until he took his final exam in a freshman level philosophy class that he discovered the most important question that he needed to answer.
2021-12-1001 min
SojournalChad ('99) and Nicole (Flowers, '00) DillonServing with TCMI in Austria, Chad and Nichole bring a diverse portfolio to their international ministry work. Both have served in ministry and secular vocations and know what it means to be tempted away from God's call and the challenges of vocational ministry. They've learned a lot in their journey and they share several of their insights during today's podcast interview.
2021-12-0646 minSojournalPreview - Chad ('99) and Nicole (Flowers, '00) DillonWOW (Wonderful Orientation Weekend) was a time to get acquainted with your fellow newcomers to Johnson University. Chad and Nichole came into Johnson in the same year and found themselves hanging out with the same group of friends. In the midst of orientation sessions and getting to know one another between sessions, the group started sharing their best cheesy pick up lines. Chad shares one of his favorites in this week's episode preview.
2021-12-0301 min
SojournalAmanda Rich ('07)After a brief stint at a community college, Amanda determined that the Lord wanted her to attend Johnson. When she submitted to that calling she found her faith challenged in new and unexpected ways. Through it all, she kept her focus on the Lord's calling and doing those things that would bring Him the glory He deserves. This commitment led Amanda to a variety of cross cultural mission experiences as well as a 7-year stint in prayer and worship with the International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri. Amanda currently serves in Ukraine and is consumed with a pas...
2021-11-2946 minSojournalPreview - Amanda Rich ('07)What is it like for students who come to Johnson University, a distinctly Restoration Movement college, from a faith tradition outside the Restoration Movement? Amanda Rich shares the value of having her faith perspective challenged and how interacting with believers from other faith traditions help to strengthen her witness to a diverse world of social and religious perspectives.
2021-11-2601 min
SojournalJeff ('77) and Ginny (Anselment, '78) BrowningJeff and Ginny Browning join the Sojournal from their home in Washington, Illinois. After leaving Johnson, Jeff and Ginny spent a couple years in North Carolina before landing a long-term ministry at Washington Christian Church. Jeff came to Johnson from Findlay, Illinois while Ginny made her way to Johnson thanks to the influence of Johnson alumni and friends in Carmi, Illinois.
In this podcast, Jeff and Ginny share from the rich depth of their experience in serving at one church for more than 40 years.
2021-11-1544 minSojournalPreview - Jeff ('77) and Ginny (Anselment, '78) BrowningHow does a boy who spent his formative high school years in the back yard of one Christian college elect to attend a different one located more than 500 miles from home? He takes the advice of one of Johnson's most distinguished alumni.
2021-11-1200 min
SojournalJoe Stump ('56)Joe Stump came to Johnson University from the hills of West Virginia. Although retired, Joe continues his 60+ years of preaching the gospel. His preaching career extends from the coastal side of South Carolina to Neebish Island in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Listen in to learn the details of Joe's journey and the lessons he learned from Dr. Black, Fred Craddock, Dean Clark, and Professor Lappin.
2021-11-0842 min
SojournalBrad Pickens ('99)From rural Indiana to urban Chicago and from Scotland to Michigan's U.P., Brad Pickens has experienced life and ministry in a variety of settings. His diverse background has contributed to a uncommon perspective on Christianity as expressed in a diversity of contexts. In today's episode, we follow Brad's journey from Syria (pronounced "siree") Christian Church to the Episcopal Diocese of Northern Michigan.
2021-11-0146 minSojournalPreview - Brad Pickens ('99)As a student, Brad Pickens had a unique perspective among his peers. Instead of spending a lot of time developing his social network with college peers, Brad focused on learning how to be a more effective minister to those outside the church. In this preview, he explains why he consistently spent time at a local restaurant to develop his pastoral perspective.
2021-10-2900 min
SojournalImpact Your Community, A Sojournal Special with Steve Cuss ('96)Is your congregation looking for practical steps to become relevant, valued, and important in the community? Even if you are doing great things in your community, you will glean some great information and food for thought from today's conversation with Steve Cuss.
I asked Steve to come back to the Sojournal Podcast to talk more about what Discover Church is doing to impact their community and how Steve gained the passion to reach out to the community in ways that are unique among the average churches in the United States.
Don't miss this episode. I a...
2021-10-2546 minSojournalPreview - Partnerships with Steve Cuss ('96)On Monday, we will renew our conversation with Steve Cuss regarding his career emphasis on partnering with Christ to address systemic poverty. In this preview, Steve talks about steps Discovery Church is making to make a difference in the community of Broomfield, Colorado. Don't miss Monday's conversation. You will be encouraged and challenged by my conversation with Steve.
2021-10-2201 min
SojournalElijah Pryor ('25)Elijah Pryor is a freshman student at Johnson University studying in the school of Business and Public Leadership. In this episode you will learn why Elijah is in a business degree program and what it is like to be a missionary kid and a fourth generation student at Johnson University.
2021-10-1841 minSojournalPreview - Elijah Pryor ('25)Elijah Pryor is a fourth generation student at Johnson University on BOTH sides of his family. If you listened to last week's episode, you will know all those family members who preceded Elijah as students at Johnson University. During the episode, we learn the perspective of a third culture kid when it comes to adapting to life at a college in the United States. In this preview, Elijah shares an example of his crazy childhood and his desire to fit in with the other kids before learning how to swim.
2021-10-1501 min
SojournalJesse ('99) and Karie (Peck, '99 & '04) PryorJesse and Karie are missionaries to the Ap Ma people in the Angoram district of the East Sepik Province in Papua New Guinea. They came to PNG in Feb of 2004 to supplement a translation work begun by Jesse's parents, John and Bonita Pryor. Jesse and Karie's work focuses on literacy training and church growth. They are involved in a number of construction projects while also working within the church to strengthen study groups, Sunday School and a community clinic.
In this episode, we talk about their family history with Johnson and how the Lord has worked to...
2021-10-1146 minSojournalPreview - Jesse ('99) and Karie (Peck, '99 & '04) PryorThe Sojournal podcast recently featured an interview with David Pryor ('67). David is a part of Jesse Pryor's extended family and, in this preview, we learn the extent to which attending Johnson University is a Pryor family tradition.
2021-10-0701 min
SojournalChris VandeLinde ('00)Chris and his wife, Nicole, are both graduates of Johnson University Tennessee. Chris' progress in ministry took him from Knoxville to youth ministries in upper-east Tennessee, Florida, and Missouri, before ultimately landing as the Lead Pastor at Cornerstone Christian Church in Belleville, Illinois (metro-east St. Louis). Listen in to Chris' journey and hear his deep appreciation for all those who poured into his spiritual formation and ministry growth.
2021-10-0446 minSojournalPreview - Chris VandeLinde ('00)Chris ('00) and Nichole ('01, 03) VandeLinde serve the Lord at Cornerstone Christian Church in Metro-East St. Louis (the Illinois side of the river). Chris is passionate about co-leadership of the congregation he serves with a diverse ministry staff and the church elders.
His journey to Johnson was greatly influenced by the tremendous work and witness of Johnson University camp teams. In this preview, Chris shares his perspective on the camp teams he experienced before coming to Johnson as a student.
2021-10-0101 min
SojournalWilliam Butler ('76)William and Robin Butler are 40-year missionaries to Papua New Guinea who served as bible translators for the Waran language group. They completed translation of the Waran New Testament in 2019.
William and Robin currently reside in Maryville, Tennessee, but remain committed to the work of bible translation.
The Sojournal conversation with William explores his youth, his Johnson experience, and some of the challenges of translation work and family life.
2021-09-2746 minSojournalPreview - William Butler ('76)William and Robyn (True) Butler are graduates of the Tennessee campus who got into bible translation when it was still a relatively emerging evangelistic vocation. They completed translation of the Waran New Testament in Papua New Guinea in 2019 and currently reside in William's home town of Maryville, Tennessee. As with most journeys, theirs has a number of highs and a number of lows. Through it all, they recognize the faithfulness of the Lord despite the trials of life. Be sure to tune in on Monday!
2021-09-2401 min
SojournalDavid Pryor ('67)David Pryor ('67) and his wife, Sharon, live in Kingston, Tennessee where he serves on the staff at Morrison Hill Christian Church. David and Sharon are former missionaries to Papua New Guinea and have experienced quite a sojourn from their times before Johnson to their times on the mission field and in ministry in the United States.
2021-09-2046 minSojournalPreview - David Pryor ('67)Monday's Sojournal podcast will feature David Pryor ('67). David and his wife, Sharon, are former missionaries to Papua New Guinea as bible translators with Pioneer Bible Translators. On Monday's episode, David shares the highs and lows of his journey. In this preview, David speaks of the conclusion of his first year at Johnson and his temptation to give up.
2021-09-1701 min
SojournalDr. Daniel Overdorf ('95)Dr. Daniel Overdorf ('95) serves as the Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Director of the Preaching Program at Johnson University Tennessee. He and his wife, Carrie, have been members of the Johnson community since 2005. Daniel comes from a rich preaching heritage and, in this podcast, you will learn about his passion for the Gospel and his desire to multiply his efforts through the preparation of students for kingdom focused vocations.
2021-09-1344 minSojournalPreview - Dr. Daniel Overdorf ('95)Dr. Daniel Overdorf is a 1995 graduate of Johnson University Tennessee who has a passion for extending the kingdom through the multiplication of preachers through his vocation as a professor here at Johnson. In this preview, Daniel shares his excitement regarding the current crop of students studying at Johnson University.
2021-09-1001 minSojournalThe Occasion of Revelation - A devotion by Dr. Daniel Overdorf ('95)Daniel Overdorf will be our guest for next week's Sojournal interview. This week, however, we are going to listen to a segment of a workshop Daniel offered to guests of the 2019 Senior Saints in the Smokies program at Johnson University Tennessee. In this segment, Daniel talks about the occasion of Revelation and what motivated John to write to the seven churches.
2021-09-0614 minSojournalPreview - The Occasion of Revelation by Dr. Daniel Overdorf ('95)Monday's Sojournal podcast episode will feature a devotional segment of a workshop on the book of Revelation that Dr. Overdorf offered to attendees of Senior Saints in the Smokies in 2019. This preview offers a warning to Christians of culture's ability to lead a Christian astray. Catch the full segment on The Occasion of Revelation on Monday.
2021-09-0301 min
SojournalBrian Lakin ('78, '90)Brian Lakin is the Director of Church Relations at Johnson University. He came to Johnson as a student in the mid 1970s with a mindset that he wanted to give God the opportunity to verify Brian's sense of calling. Many Johnson faculty and staff influenced Brian as a student and continued their influence and encouragement while Brian and Marie ministered for the Lord in a variety of youth and senior pastoral contexts. Listen in to Brian's journey on this week's Sojournal podcast.
2021-08-3046 min
SojournalPreview - Brian Lakin ('78, '90)Brian serves Johnson University as the Director of Church Relations. He met his wife, Marie, at Johnson when they were students and they have experienced ministry in a variety of contexts. In this preview, Brian shares about the witness of his faculty members and the impression they left on him as Christians who viewed their work as a ministry and not simply a job.
2021-08-2701 min
SojournalDean Davis ('58)Originally a member of the class of 1957, Dean completed his undergraduate degree in 1958 and spent the first several years after Johnson as a preacher. After hearing a call to international ministry, Dean and his family moved to Zambia to plant churches. After serving cross-culturally, Dean served as Johnson University's first-ever director of church relations; a position he held for twelve years.
Dean and Judy have three children and still live close to the Tennessee campus. In fact, Judy continues to serve in the business office at Johnson University Tennessee.
2021-08-2343 minSojournalPreview - Dean Davis ('58)Raised near the Mississippi River in western Illinois, Dean was a farm boy who had no interest in pursuing vocational ministry. After coming to Christ at 17 years old through the persistent influence of Leroy Knight ('51), Dean went out of his way to avoid a possible calling to ministry. In this preview, Dean offers one example of his efforts to avoid this calling.
2021-08-2001 min
SojournalDwight Young (JUTN '86)Along with his wife, Stephanie (Moore, '83), Dwight Young serves as an urban missionary in the Price Hill area of Cincinnati, Ohio. Dwight was not always focused on ministry. In fact, as a farm boy, Dwight had every intention to study veterinary medicine at the University of Western Kentucky until his mom asked him to spend a year at Johnson. That experience led Dwight to Stephanie and led them both to ministry service in Knoxville (TN), Louisville (KY), and ultimately Cincinnati (OH).
Learn more about Dwight and Stephanie's important and effective work in the inner city by...
2021-08-1646 minSojournalPreview - Dwight Young (JUTN '86)Dwight was raised in a farming community in western Kentucky. Originally intending to pursue veterinary medicine at the University of Western Kentucky, Dwight's mom asked him to attend Johnson for a year. The rest, as they say, is history. Dwight and his wife, Stephanie (Moore '83), are approaching 25 years of service in the Price Hill area of urban Cincinnati, Ohio.
In this preview, we learn more about Dwight's mom and the power of prayer.
2021-08-1301 min
SojournalJim ('75) and Caranita (Kesterson, '75) WolsiefferToday's Sojournal podcast guests are Jim and Caranita Wolsieffer. They both graduated from Johnson University Tennessee in 1975 and have spend the last 50 years serving the people of Francavilla Fontana, Italy. They have divergent journeys to faith and to Johnson, but a common goal of serving the people of Italy. Listen in and be encouraged by the journey of this wonderful alumni couple.
2021-08-0945 minSojournalPreview - Jim ('75) and Caranita (Kesterson, '75) WolsiefferJim and Caranita Wolsieffer recently crossed the 50-year milestone of ministry in Italy. Their wealth of experiences in ministry and on the mission field are sure to encourage the listeners of this week's Sojournal podcast. In this preview, Jim and Caranita teach us how to get out of trouble when you are caught doing something against the rules. Listen in and laugh with us.
2021-08-0601 min
SojournalSteve ('96) and Lisa (Pence, '97) CussSteven and Lisa live in Broomfield, Colorado, and serve at Discovery Christian Church where Steve is the Lead Pastor while Lisa serves as a counselor. They were instrumental in helping the church become a cornerstone in the community through service to the marginalized and partnership with civic leaders.
Their journey to faith, to Johnson, to one another, and in ministry is filled with God's guidance and inspiration. You are sure to be inspired by their passion and commitment to bring the Gospel to those living on the fringe of our comfortable societal norms.
2021-08-0250 minSojournalPreview - Steve ('96) and Lisa (Pence '97) CussSteve and Lisa Cuss serve Discovery Christian Church in Broomfield, Colorado. As the Lead Pastor, Steve has led the church to become a beacon in the community and a partner with community leaders. Steve and Lisa come from opposite backgrounds as Steve was raised in a secular, though moral, home while Lisa was raised as the daughter of a preacher in the bible belt of the Midwest. Together, they have served God in Tennessee, Nevada, and Colorado. In addition, Steve is known nationally and internationally as a leader of church leaders. The time Steve and Lisa spent as guests...
2021-07-3001 min
SojournalCaleb Elkins (JUFL '18)On the cusp of a move to Europe, Caleb spent time discussing his faith journey and his consistent bent toward intercultural ministry. From making a decision during a CIY Move event to his intercultural courses at Johnson University Florida, Caleb found the perspective he needed to surrender himself to God's calling.
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2021-07-2644 minSojournalPreview - Caleb Elkins ('18)On the cusp of a move to Europe, Caleb spent time discussing his faith journey and his consistent bent toward intercultural ministry. From making a decision during a CIY Move event to his intercultural courses at Johnson University Florida, Caleb found the perspective he needed to surrender himself to God's calling. In this preview, Caleb shares a moment of perspective he gained from the input of his home church pastor.
2021-07-2301 min
SojournalJake Deer (JUFL '04)Jake's journey included stints in congregational ministry, ministry on a reservation in Arizona, and ministry on the basketball court. As an undergraduate, he served as a player/coach at Johnson University Florida. After graduation, he spent time working in the admissions office and serving the University as the Athletic Director and basketball coach. His passion for his players and God's kingdom is evident in our interview.
Jake will be on campus on October 29/30, 2021 as his Point University basketball team takes on the JUFL Suns. This game will feature a time to honor the 10th anniversary of JUFL's d...
2021-07-1944 minSojournalPreview - Jake Deer (JUFL '04)Jake Deer is the head coach of Point University's men's basketball team. Formerly a coach for Johnson University Florida, Jake brings a passionate perspective to his coaching efforts as he encourages players to use their basketball giftedness for God's kingdom. This was a great interview and you won't want to miss Jake's sojourn and his passion.
2021-07-1601 min
SojournalMark ('96) and Joy (Rowan, '98 & '00) HoffFor more than 20 years, Mark and Joy Hoff have served the people of Honduras. While ministry methods have morphed over the years, they remain steadfast in their commitment to the evangelization of Honduras and finding the best ways to accomplish the Lord's work.
2021-07-1245 minSojournalPreview - Mark ('96) and Joy (Rowan, '98, '00) HoffMark and Joy serve as missionaries in Honduras. Their entire career of service has focused on ministry in Latin America. Raised in different worlds, Mark and Joy found common ground and developed a relationship during their years at Johnson University. In this preview, Joy shares the story of the day she committed her life to becoming a missionary.
2021-07-0901 min
SojournalCrystal (Vu, '06 & '07) BaileyCrystal (Vu, '06 & '07) Bailey lives in Virginia Beach with her husband, Jamin ('06), and their children. Jamin serves as a U.S. Navy Chaplain while Crystal focuses on raising their children and expanding her musical expression. Listen in and hear Crystal's heart, her experiences, and her desire to use music as an avenue to worship Christ.
2021-07-0546 minSojournalSojournal Preview - Crystal (Vu, '06 & '07) BaileyCrystal's life journey has taken her to several countries. Her experiences internationally as well as within her own family have often tempted her toward isolation. In this preview, we hear Crystal's perspective on the importance of community and the need for individuals to strive for community over isolation.
A neat surprise is in store during Monday's episode as we get to listen in on a musical expression of Crystal's journey. Don't miss it!
2021-07-0201 min
SojournalDon Brookshire (JUTN '60)Our longest active Senior Saint and a graduate of the class of 1960, Don has lived a full life in service to the Kingdom. His journey to faith came through the influence of the church in the community where he was raised in rural eastern Kentucky. Eventually he found himself under the influence of Johnson University preachers who inspired him to pursue educational opportunities at the campus in Kimberlin Heights. He met and married his wife, Jane, while studying at Johnson and they spend the majority of their ministry lives in western Pennsylvania. Thank you for listening in to today's c...
2021-06-2847 minSojournalSojournal Preview - Don Brookshire (JUTN '60)Don Brookshire had a deep and rich history of service to the Kingdom. Although officially retired, he continues to serve churches in need in western Pennsylvania. In this preview, Don mentions the importance of setting an example of service to those a minister leads.
2021-06-2500 minSojournalOne Week Off - Tune in on MondayI had to take a one-week break from the podcast due to travels and a conference. However, the next Sojournal Podcast is coming on June 28 with Don Brookshire (JUTN '60). Be sure to tune in. Look for the preview to drop on Friday.
2021-06-2200 min
SojournalJacob Vangen (JUTN '15)Jacob Vangen works in one of the least Christian regions of the United States. According to Barna, New England is the most unchurched, de-churched and post Christian region of the United States. Focused on helping plant and grow new churches in this area, Jacob and Jordan are passionate about extending the Kingdom in the northeast. Tune in to hear Jacob's passion and his new work in Waltham, Massachusetts.
2021-06-1443 minSojournalPreview - Jacob Vangen (JUTN '15)From Cincinnati Reds to Boston Red Sox, Jacob's life journey is a tale of contrasts. In this preview, Jacob shares the moment he recognized something different about Christian community and how that set the course for his journey to faith and into ministry. Tune in on Monday to hear the full episode!
2021-06-1100 min
SojournalAdam Bloch (JUTN '09)Dr. Adam Bloch serves Ridgeview Christian Church in Rolla, Missouri. He's been there for eight years and it is his only ministry since completing his academic work. He has a lovely family and, with his wife Tracey, has learned to navigate the challenges associated with ministry and family.
2021-06-0743 minSojournalPreview - Adam Bloch (JUTN '09)Adam Bloch earned his BA in Preaching at Johnson University in 2009. After earning an M.Div. and Ph. D. he has gone on to serve for the last eight years as the preaching minister at Ridgeview Christian Church in Rolla, Missouri. During Monday's episode, we learn about Adam's journey including some of the unique challenges he faces ministry and the family. Be sure to listen in!
In this preview, Adam shares a valuable lesson he learned regarding sermon preparation as a busy minister and family man.
2021-06-0400 min
SojournalRachel (Price, JUTN '09) WoolardRachel's journey of faith was heavily influenced by relatives living near her home in Carey, North Carolina. At Johnson, she found herself studying media communications and working in the graphics shop. Her educational and vocational experience at Johnson opened doors of ministry with Waypoint Church Partners and ultimately led her to work with Area 10 Faith Community in Richmond, Virginia.
2021-05-3145 min
SojournalPreview - Rachel (Price, JUTN '09) WoolardIn this preview, Rachel shares one particular lesson she learned as a senior at Johnson University. While some students liked to sit in the dorms and complain about the way things are in the world, Rachel was inspired to take action and make a difference due to the influence of a staff couple involved in ministry to the houseless population of Knoxville.
2021-05-2801 min
SojournalTaylor Brown (JUTN '06)A third generation "Preacher Boy," Taylor grew up in Virginia and followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather as students of Johnson University. Originally a youth minister, Taylor went on to work with Christ in Youth and become a popular speaker for youth conferences and events. COVID led Taylor to pursue a new opportunity as the Director of Rough Terrain Studios, a production company that exists to help tell the stories of God's word. Listen in to this interview and be encouraged and inspired by Taylor's journey.
2021-05-2442 minSojournalPreview - Taylor Brown ('06)Taylor is a third generation Johnson University graduate. On Monday's episode, Taylor shares his sojourn that includes stints in youth ministry, media ministry, and as a speaker on the youth conference circuit. This was a fun interview and I hope you will plan to listen in when the full episode drops on Monday.
2021-05-2101 min
SojournalDale DeNeal (JUTN '81 & '19)Dale's depth of experience in ministry shines forth as he shares his sojourn. Dale graduated in 1981 from Johnson University (Johnson Bible College) with a degree in Bible and Preaching. His journey led him back to Johnson to complete his Ph.D. in Leadership in 2019. Dale currently serves as the Executive Minister with Second Church of Christ in Danville, Illinois.
2021-05-1745 minSojournalPreview - Dale DeNeal (JUTN '81, '19)Dale has a wealth of experience in congregational ministry from media and worship to preaching and executive leadership. In this Sojournal preview, Dale shares his recommendation to graduates entering their first ministry. Be sure to tune into the full interview on Monday!
2021-05-1401 min
SojournalGary ('04) and Renee (McIndoo '04) BoschainWith faith as a part of their upbringing, it seemed natural that Gary and Renee would each consider a faith-based university to pursue higher education. For Gary, Johnson was the obvious choice considering the influence of Johnson alumni on his life and in his home church. Renee, however, found Johnson after considering a different Christian university in West Virginia. They have various experiences in ministry and are currently in Louisville, Kentucky, where Gary serves with Fern Grove Christian Church while simultaneously serving as a part-time chaplain with University of Louisville Hospital.
2021-05-1045 minSojournalPreview - Gary ('04) and Renee (McIndoo, '04) BoschainGary and Renee are a lovely alumni couple who love the Lord and love the University. Their journeys to Johnson are unique, but the story of their experience and ministry lives is united toward the common purpose of pursuing Christ. Make plans to listen to this episode of the Sojournal Podcast when it drops on Monday.
2021-05-0701 min
SojournalNeil Wheeler (JUTN '77)Neil Wheler is the Director of Leader Care with Waypoint Church Partners. His experience in life and ministry makes him an excellent fit for his current role and he has a few words to share that will challenge and inspire current and future vocational ministers.
2021-04-2645 min
SojournalPreview - Neil Wheeler (JUTN '77)As the Director of Leader Care with Waypoint Church Partners, Neil Wheeler understands the struggles that confront those in positions of pastoral leadership. Neil offers his perspective regarding the shelf life of a minister.
2021-04-2300 min
SojournalAlan Tison (JUFL '81)Alan's journey through life and ministry includes stops in central Florida as well as churches in Indiana and Ohio. Currently an employee with Johnson University Florida, Alan shares his sojourn and how he was able to discern the Lord's leading to new ministry opportunities.
2021-04-1945 minSojournalPreview - Alan Tison (JUFL '81)From Central Florida Bible College to youth and preaching ministry experience, Alan has a wealth of insight to offer those in ministry. This is especially true regarding the challenges of his sojourn as his wife battled cancer. This is a Sojournal Podcast episode you don't want to miss.
2021-04-1601 min
SojournalMolly Conaway (Aper, JUTN '10)As a Christian Education student, Molly never sought a career in church leadership. However, her faith journey included many points of involvement leadership positions that God has used to bring Molly to her current ministry vocation. Molly serves Crossings Church, a unique faith community of the Restoration Movement with campuses in downtown Knoxville and north Knoxville. This is the story of Molly's sojourn.
2021-04-1245 minSojournalPreview - Molly Conaway (Aper, JUTN '10)Molly Conaway took a unique path to her current role as the lead pastor of Crossings Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Among the insights she will share on Monday's podcast is the value of a Christian's presence in a community. She encourages students to plant roots and grow close to the community in which they live.
2021-04-0900 min
SojournalDon Sewell (JUTN '71)From a young age, Don found himself surrounded by music. His passion led him to vocational music ministry as well as spending time as a faculty member in music at Johnson University. On the podcast, Don shares about his journey to Johnson and the experiences God used to direct Don and his wife, Lyn, toward their current residence in Huntington Beach, California.
2021-04-0545 minSojournalPreview - Don Sewell (JUTN '71)Don Sewell shares the advice he received from Floyd Clark regarding Don's future after college.
2021-04-0201 min
SojournalBill Twaddell (JUFL '80)With scholarships on the table for division 1 football, Bill decided to play the long game and pursue a kingdom focused vocation starting with an education at the newly formed ministry training school in central Florida. Bill recently retired from a decades-long ministry as a prison chaplain and now serves the local church as their designated minister to the prison.
2021-03-2945 minSojournalPreview - Bill Twaddell (JUFL '80)With scholarships on the table for division 1 football, Bill decided to play the long game and pursue a kingdom focused vocation starting with an education at the newly formed ministry training school in central Florida. Bill recently retired from a decades-long ministry as a prison chaplain and now serves the local church as their designated minister to the prison.
2021-03-2601 min
SojournalTommy ('97) and Tammy (Saunders, '97) LanhamFor the first time in the Sojournal series, we welcome an alumni couple to the podcast. Tommy and Tammy live and work on Long Island in New York where Tommy serves as a minister and consultant while Tammy also works in consulting as well as photography.
2021-03-2247 minSojournalPreview - Tommy ('97) and Tammy (Saunders, '97) LanhamIn this episode 12 preview of the Sojournal Podcast, Tommy shares about the impact his home church minister made in Tommy's pursuit of vocational ministry.
2021-03-1901 minSojournalRyan Russell (JUTN '05)Ryan Russell's journey began as the son of a Missouri preacher. As a student at Johnson, his focus was on preaching. However, upon graduation, Ryan found himself drawn to leading Christian youth in international settings. This passion led him to Myanmar where his ministry morphed into business endeavors in Myanmar's emerging democratic economy. COVID and political turmoil have greatly impacted Ryan's work and he spent some time talking with us about the political situation and his life in ministry.
2021-03-1545 minSojournalPreview - Ryan Russell (JUTN '05)What advice would you give to students currently studying at Johnson University? Ryan Russell (JUTN '05) provides an answer in this episode 11 preview.
2021-03-1201 min
SojournalTerry Pepple (JUTN '00)The 2021 Johnson University Homecoming worship leader, Terry Pepple joins the Sojournal Podcast to discuss his journey to Johnson, his experience at Johnson, and his life in worship ministry and music after his Johnson years.
2021-03-0845 minSojournalPreview - Terry Pepple ('00)What is the key to leading a congregation through transitions in worship styles? Terry Pepple ('00) offers his perspective in this episode 10 preview of the Sojournal Podcast.
2021-03-0501 min
SojournalJohn Noel (JUTN '77)John Noel, a 1977 graduate of Johnson University Tennessee, is our guest for today's episode. John discusses his ministry journey, how God moves us, and the value of serving as a mentor to others.
2021-03-0147 minSojournalPreview - John Noel (JUTN '77)If you are experienced in ministry, use your experience to guide an intern. You never know how far God will use your influence through the lessons learned by that intern. John Noel, a 1977 Johnson University Tennessee graduate, shares his experience in this preview.
2021-02-2601 min
SojournalSusan Dalton (JUTN '09)Dr. Susan Dalton is an educator in the Knox County (TN) school system teaching in the area of English Language Learning. Listen in to hear the story of Susan's journey from the mountains of Virginia to the Johnson University Tennessee campus as well as the draw of Knoxville as a place to call home.
2021-02-2244 minSojournalPreview - Susan Dalton (JUTN '09)Susan shares about the long-term impact of an educator on the lives of the students in whom they invest.
2021-02-1900 min
SojournalMike Luzadder (JUTN '92)Campus minister and 1992 Johnson University Tennessee graduate Mike Luzadder joins the Sojournal podcast to discuss his Johnson experience, campus ministry, and the stories that impact what we believe.
2021-02-1545 minSojournalPreview - Mike Luzadder (JUTN '92)Join us on Monday as we have a conversation with Mike Luzadder (JUTN '92) about his Johnson experience, life in campus ministry, and the stories of our belief.
2021-02-1201 min
SojournalShawn Grant (JUFL '02)Today we welcome 2002 Johnson University Florida graduate, Shawn Grant, as our guest on the Sojournal Podcast. Shawn serves as a professor of humanities at Johnson University Florida.
2021-02-0845 minSojournalPreview - Shawn Grant (JUFL '02)A preview of Episode 6, featuring 2002 Johnson University Florida graduate Shawn Grant.
2021-02-0500 min
SojournalJody Owens (JUTN MA '95)Today's Sojournal Podcast features Dr. Jody Owens. Dr. Owens is a faculty member on the Tennessee campus and a MA New Testament graduate of the Tennessee campus in 1995.
2021-02-0145 minSojournalPreview - Jody Owens (JUTN MA '95)Monday, on the Sojournal Podcast, we will be joined by Dr. Jody Owens (JUTN MA '95) as he offers his insight on how Christians can discern God's calling on their lives.
2021-01-2901 min
SojournalAaron Fusselman (JUOL MBA '19)Today, on the Sojournal Podcast, we are joined by 2019 Johnson University Online M.B.A. graduate Aaron Fusselman. Listen in as we discuss Aaron's faith journey and life at the intersection of faith and business.
2021-01-2536 minSojournalPreview - Aaron Fusselman (JUOL MBA '19)Here's a preview of this Monday's Sojournal Podcast conversation with 2019 Johnson University Online M.B.A. graduate Aaron Fusselman.
2021-01-2201 min
SojournalNathanael Dunn (JUTN '12)Today's Sojournal Podcast guest is 2012 Johnson University Tennessee graduate, Nathanael Dunn. Nathanael is the Vice President of International Operations with Good News Productions International. Nathanael talks of his journey from a small town in Illinois to Taiwan and back.
2021-01-1845 minSojournalPreview - Nathanael Dunn (JUTN '12)Here's a preview of Monday's episode of the Sojournal Podcast.
2021-01-1500 minSojournalArron Chambers (JUFL '92)The Sojournal Podcast is a production of the Alumni Relations office of Johnson University and is brought to you by the Alumni Association. This week's episode features 1992 Johnson University Florida graduate, Arron Chambers (Instagram: @arronchambers, Twitter: @arronchambers).
2021-01-1150 min
SojournalTim MacSaveny (JUTN '05)This first episode of the Sojournal Podcast features 2005 Johnson University Tennessee graduate, Tim MacSaveny.
2021-01-0445 min