This Week At Windsor: Recent Episodes
Ardin Beech, Jonathan Hoffman
Candid conversations for the church. Host is Ardin Beech of Windsor District Baptist Church, Sydney, Australia. Co-hosted by Jonathan Hoffman.
What is God doing among us today? Fresh off their "junket" to Padstow for a leadership intensive, Pastor Chris joins Jonathan and Ardin to unpack what it means to be Building a Discipling Culture ("BDC") here at WDBC. We are asking what it looks like for WDBC to be transforming in the ways that God intended. Press in as we break the glass on our faith and engage the "God of the present." PLUS: "Breaking News" as our Associate Pastor Stephen Cole has been invited to candidate at Coffs Harbour Baptist Church for the lead pastor role.
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For more information on BDC ("putting the mission of God in the hands of ordinary people") go to: https://www.bdc.org.au/
Here is a book by Mike Breen with the same title, "Building A Discipling Culture"
If you have any questions about the Cole's (potential) transition, email elders@wdbc.org.au
Ardin invites us to skip down memory lane with local celebrity and librarian (yes, you read that right!) Sarah Frost of Norwest Christian College. Tune in for some '90s nostalgia, some "shushing", and a whole lot of inspiration as Sarah takes us behind the creative process to discover the beauty of God's favour -- after burnout.
For access to Sarah's visual art, check out her website: sarahfrostart.com.au or on Instagram @sarahfrost_art
She can be reached via email here at sarahfrostartist@gmail.com
Back and better then ever, Jonathan returns for a rundown with Ardin on the Hoffmans trip to America. Who doesn't like a good sampling of culture comparison and holiday vignettes? PLUS, announcements about future guests and Ardin's role in the WDBC Carols "extravaganza."
For more information about...click on the links below
- Wheaton College --> https://www.wheaton.edu/
- Glacier National Park --> https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm
- Disneyland --> https://disneyland.disney.go.com/
- How to protect yourself from a spiders --> https://www.homestolove.com.au/7-ways-to-spider-proof-your-house-and-garden-10714
In their last episode before a brief hiatus, Ardin and Jonathan discuss the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. Its an episode full of cultural observation, beauracracy, and farewells--some more permanent than others! PLUS, Ardin deftly dodges Jonathan's not-so-subtle request for him to be a guest preacher. Listen to find out why.
Be sure to email info@wdbc.org.au to share your feedback about the podcast.
What if failure could be celebrated? Ardin and Jonathan are back with a BANG this week -- literally, with special guest Eddie Bang (English Pastor, Sydney Full Gospel Church) -- who talks about the life, times and traumas of giving our whole self to God. In this episode, Eddie gets real with us about culture, mission, depression, and how Jesus meets us in all of that. Enjoy the honest reflections of someone who has known the emptiness and abundance that follow a life surrendered in love to God. PLUS: We learn which host took home some hardware from the Jamboree and which Toy Story character Ardin best resembles!
For more information about Pastor Eddie Bang and Sydney Full Gospel Church visit https://www.flm-sfgc.com.au/about
Fresh out of the fishbowl of pastoral ministry, Ardin and Jonathan throw Phil Evans into the hot-seat to unpack his departure from HVBC. Listen as Phil guides us into the valley of decision to share what he learned about faithfulness, identity, leadership, and sitting in the presence of Jesus. Check out what's on the horizon for Phil and his family, along with our family at WDBC (hint: it involves barn dances, dads, and Robert's Rules of Order)!
For an extended interview with Phil Evans on the Ryan Ries LIVE show, titled "Kingdom Submission vs. Personal Ambition," check this link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPA7fxaaIq4
Yeehaw! Theresa Johnson scoots her boots into the studio to get us ready for the upcoming Jamboree on Satruday, 3 September, as Ardin and Jonathan try not to fawn too much over her lilting English accent. Pastor Chris Cullen brings us back to reality as we recap Scomo's growing resume. BONUS: Learn why not to ride the bus with Ardin.
For Information about the Jamboree, including tickets, follow this link: https://wdbc.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1395707
ThisWeekAtWindsor Jonathan returns from the Gold Coast (and the dance floor) to join Ardin as we get to know Brad Ngorima, who is new to WDBC and was recently baptised. Brad shares his journey to trust in Christ - from Zimbabwe to Australia - striking the resounding truth that simple faith is simply powerful. The hosts also discuss upcoming social gatherings, including the Jamboree and Young Adult Ping Pong night.
Anna Hutchins stops by to talk about the persecuted church and her new role with Open Doors. Also this week Anna will be guest preaching at WDBC about the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost from Acts. In and around all of that, Jonathan gets Ardin to share his list of wedding "dos and don'ts" be sure not to miss it!
Ardin serves up a bevy of hot takes with Jonathan this week at Windsor when special guest Josh Domars of Cornerstone catering drops by to discuss being a Christian in the cafe industry, along with their plan to cope with recent floods. Sample our dish on the latest news from NRL, WDBC, and pop culture, but remember grace is always the main course.
Items of note for this week's episode:
- "Bye-bye" Tim & Hayley :-(
- "Hello" baby McGuinness! :-)
- Baptisms ***Morning Service
- NRL Rainbow Round & Cancel Culture
- GUEST: Josh Domars from Cafe Cornerstone (7:00)
- Pop Culture Reviews: Dropout, Under the Banner of Heaven
- How is Jesus the Narrow Door?
He's baaaack... Safe and (somewhat) sound, Ardin brought a fellow missionary kid ("MK") along with him for the conversation! Listen as Ardin chops it up with David and Robyn Parry, missionaries raising their family on the mission field in Papua New Guinea (PNG). WDBC supports the Parry's in their gospel work with New Tribes Mission. Dave and Robyn give us a behind the scenes look at their mission context, with its joys and challenges, on both a vocational and personal level. Follow as we learn the benefit of learning to read culture -- wherever we live. PLUS, find out why Ardin struggled making friends when he returned to Australia from Bolivia.
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If you would like to support the Parry family in their missionary activity, please contact them at david_parry@ntmpng.org
With Ardin away frolicking in the snow, Jonathan sits down with new Children's Ministry Director Kathy Johnson to discuss raising the next generation of believers in the church. Meanwhile, student pastor Tim McManus stops by with breaking news that he'll soon be leaving the WDBC nest!
To learn more about ThinkOrange and their children's ministry curriculum, visit their website: https://thinkorange.com
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score credits: Elijah Hoffman
- Special Guest Bec Kachan of KSTP discusses upcoming trip to the USA
- Guests Joanna and Emily talk about how sharing food is a key step toward belonging
- Ardin and Jonathan Exchanges Baptism Stories
- Ardin asks for Jonathan's reflections on the overturning of Roe v. Wade
Here's a link to Tish Warren's article in the NYT on 'The Myth of Body Autonomy'
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Ardin and Jonathan discuss:
- Impressions from recent church meeting
- Misperceptions between pastors and parishioners
- Ardin's Best of the Week
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note: the audio quality on this episode is substandard. We are still working out the kinks.