Covenant Conversations: Recent Episodes
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Join Dan Frost and guests discussing intersections of life, family, and faith in Christ. Dan is the Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministries at Covenant Community Presbyterian Church in Schofield, Wisconsin. Dan grew up in the Chicago area and is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute with a degree in Christian Education and Youth Ministry. He has spent time serving in a number of churches seeking to help others grow in their knowledge and love for Jesus Christ.
Dan Frost shares his own parable regarding the nature of sin and the consequences that follow. Join him as he looks at the fall of Adam and Eve and the ripple effects of the choice they made.
If you'd like to dive into Genesis, even more, click below for archives of our current year-long sermon series at Covenant Community Presbyterian Church, "In the Beginning: Foundations of Faith."
https://www.covenantcommunitypc.org/archived-sermons
In this episode, Dan sits down with his wife and ministry partner Angela Frost to talk about small groups, what they are, why they're important to the strength and growth of a church, and how they logistically can function. Some churches have a thriving small group ministry, while others have never done them before. Join Dan and Angela as they explore this critical, yet often misunderstood aspect of Church life.
Dan's sermon on August 14 went into the Israelite's return and restoration of Jerusalem. Including the restoration of God's Word on their heart through reading and understanding. It begins with the correct interpretation of the text; something many of us may struggle with... or lack in time spent. Join Dan in this follow-up message to his sermon.
To watch or listen to Dan's Sermon, "Bring Out the Book," click here.
Season 2, Episode 9 brings to light an important topic in this age of divisiveness, despair, and brokenness. When so many believers, and non-believers, are seeking support and encouragement from churches, and thus, church leadership - who then is there to support and encourage our pastors and heads of ministry?
Dan sits down with Anthony Caldwell, founder of Next Level Pastor, to discuss the importance of strengthening our pastors with the same love, support, and even knowledge that we receive from them.
In this eighth episode of season two, Dan Frost chats with his longtime friend and author, Jeremy Strang about Spiritual Maturity, what it is and how we can grow in this way. Jeremy is the author of more than a dozen books and is also the creator of ForgeFlower.com, a blog on which he comments on theological and cultural issues.
In this solemn and prayerful special episode of Covenant Conversations, Dan Frost shares his thoughts on the tragedy at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. He speaks on the evil at hand and how the Church should respond to events such as this. We are reminded that this is not a political battle, nor a physical battle. These are the frontlines of spiritual warfare that is all over the world, including our own community.
In episode 7 of season 2, Dan speaks with his longtime friend and mentor, Tom Seward, about the Church's call to missions.
In this latest episode, Dan Frost sits down with CCPC's new Contemporary Worship Director, Orlando diValentin. They discuss the importance of worshipful music, and how it is different for all believers. Join us as Orlando is welcomed to the Covenant faith family!
In this episode, Dan talks with Pastor of Student Ministries Rob Yonan about the difficult task of sharing your faith and pursuing Christ through tragedy, challenges, and pain. Rob has impactful experiences to share from over 35 years of ministry work.
Dan has a conversation with Wings as Eagles Ministries' Lori McAfee. Located on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in southwestern South Dakota, Wings as Eagles works to deliver the Gospel and physical relief to the Oglala Lakota Native Americans.
To learn more about this amazing ministry, visit their website below:
https://waeministries.com/
In this episode, Dan shares his thoughts on Spiritual Gifts, how to identify them in ourselves, and how important our individual gifts are to the community of believers (the Church). This solo conversation is an extension of Dan's sermon on Sunday, February 13.
To view or listen to the sermon, "Vision of Our Selves: Identity in Community," click the link below: https://www.covenantcommunitypc.org/archived-sermons
To take the Spiritual Gifts Assessment Tool from Lifeway, click below: https://www.lifeway.com/en/articles/women-leadership-spiritual-gifts-growth-service
Dan chats with Pastor Jim Gates and Sarah Luedtke about the impact of CCPC's Hearts of Hope Ministry. They discuss its origins, its growth, and how it is sharing the Gospel through service to those in need in our Central Wisconsin Community.
To learn more about Hearts of Hope at Covenant Community Presbyterian Church, click the link below:
https://www.covenantcommunitypc.org/hearts-of-hope
In this first episode of season 2, Dan sits down with Jack Hoogendyk and Ann Kaster of Hope Life Center in Wausau, Wisconsin to discuss sexual integrity in our world today. What does it look like? How do we teach our young adults what it means? Where does Hope Life Center fit into this equation? Join the conversation on this difficult but critical topic.
To learn more about Hope Life Center, go to:
HOME > Hope Life Center of Wisconsin (hopewi.org)
In this episode, Dan speaks with Moody Bible Institute Professor of Youth Ministry, Bob MacRae. The conversation revolves around the impact of college life and academia on the faith of students. In many cases we see young adults struggle with a "crisis of faith," or even abandoning their Biblical upbringing altogether. Why is this and what can we do as parents and the church family to prepare students for life on their own? Join Dan and Bob for this critical discussion!
Dan Frost sits down with the missionary team of Dave and Rennie Garda of Cadre Missionaries. In this episode entitled, "Ministry is Relationships," the conversation turns to the importance of churches and families understanding and living out disciple-making friendships.
Click here to learn more about the Garda's and Cadre Missionaries!
In this episode, Dan speaks with church members Meagan Fandrey, Rachael Rogers, and Drew Bouche. The conversation covers a range of Christian-parenting topics with moms and dads of a variety of ages. From church-programming attendance to social media and music, the discussion explores how we strive for our faith to be the center of our family life while understanding and sharing that our imperfection is exactly why this is necessary.
In this episode, Dan talks with best-selling children's book author Clay Anderson about God's call to write relatable, Biblically-centered literature for kids. His latest book, "This I Know: Seeing God in the World He Made" tells the story of creation through the eyes of a young girl and her family on a road trip. Join Dan and Clay for their conversation... and click below to learn more about his latest book. https://www.amazon.com/This-Know-Seeing-World-based-ebook/dp/B08MT4NS6G
In this episode, Dan speaks with Manny Mill... Executive Director of Koinonia House National Ministries (KHNM). Since 1991 when the Koinonia House of Wheaton was opened, and 1997 when KHNM began, Manny has been developing a core of post-prison ministry leaders to equip the church to meet the needs of Christian ex-prisoners returning to society. He has a powerful personal story of redemption and forgiveness that has led him to God's ultimate purpose for his life.
Dan Frost has a conversation with Kellee Gentry and Linda Moon of GROW Curriculum about strategies in raising your kids, youth, and young adults in a Christ-centered way. GROW is an amazing organization that creates content and curriculum for kids, youth, and adult ministries around the world. We here at CCPC utilize their materials, including this summer's VBS curriculum. You can learn more by going to https://growcurriculum.org/
Chap Bettis is the author of "The Disciple-Making Parent: Raising Your Children to Love and Follow Jesus Christ." He also is a frequent conference speaker and the executive director of The Apollos Project, a ministry devoted to helping parents disciple their children. Join the conversation!
Dan Lovaglia is a speaker, children's ministry catalyst at Awana, and author of the book, "Relational Children's Ministry: Turning Kid-Influencers into Lifelong Disciple Makers." He is passionate about propelling relational discipleship forward in the lives of kids, families, and leaders through the local church. He sits down with Dan Frost for an important conversation about encouraging and molding lifelong discipleship.
The early 21st Century family is sometimes consumed with hustle and bustle, constant connection, and focus on family "achievement." But if we are called to make Christ our everything... our foundation, our core, and our star to sail by... how do we make that happen when so much else has our attention? Dan Frost speaks with Youth Pastor and consultant Brian Aaby about "Christ and Life: Priorities and Balance in the Christian Home."
Now more than ever parents and family members are confronted with the reality of our children having unlimited access to people and information via social media.
Dan Frost talks with Mark Oestreicher, an author, speaker, and founder of The Youth Cartel about this important topic for all adults and youth.