Inspired Conversations: Recent Episodes
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This past Sunday, we wrapped up our advent series, “What Child is This?” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, inspirational high school mentors, Zechariah, and the Christmas movie Prep and Landing! Tune in, dive deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday, we continued our advent series, “What Child is This?” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, Christmas traditions, how Mary’s song challenges us to see the world differently, and our call to consider the needs of others this season. Tune in, dive deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday, we kicked off our new advent series, “What Child is This?” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, Chris’ visit to the Church of the Nativity, and the story of Mary learning that she will be the mother of the Son of God. Tune in, dive deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday, we kicked off our new series, “The Messy Middle: gratitude as a survival tool.” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the events of the week, and how gratitude can help us find common ground with our family and friends this holiday season, that can lead to Christian unity. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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This week on Off Script, Kristin, Ramsey, and Ashley reflect on last Sunday’s All Saints sermons, exploring the “thin places” we encounter in life and how the memories of our saints continue to inspire and uplift us on our own faith journeys. Tune in, and let’s go Off Script together!
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This past Sunday, we concluded our Stewardship series with an amazing Celebration Sunday! In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, a few saints, our uniting mission, and how we all need some transformation in our own lives. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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In this new episode, Chris and Ashley reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, discussing how impactful serving and missions can be, how we all need to find our own special place to serve others and our neighbors, and how we worship God with our lives – not just on Sundays. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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This past Sunday, we kicked off our Stewardship sermon series as we entered a season of giving. In this episode, Chris and Ashley reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, discussing how money and faith aren’t always easy topics, the journey of spiritual maturity, and how loving God shows up in real life. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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This past Sunday, we celebrated our first Children’s Sunday! In this episode, Kristin, Chris and Ashley reflected on last Sunday’s sermon, our commitment to caring for children, how real priorities can be at odds in our life, and the lasting value of teaching our kids about Jesus. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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This past Sunday, we concluded our series, “Now What? Christian Unity in a Tumultuous Age.” In this episode, Kristin and Ramsey reflect on last Sunday’s sermon and the opportunities we have to respond to God’s grace by embracing paradox. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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In this special episode, Rev. Chris Dowd sits down with Rev. Kristin Steed to share his personal journey through recent surgery and recovery. He reflects on the challenges he faced and the profound support he received from our church community during this time. Join us as Chris opens up about the power of faith, resilience, and the incredible bonds that unite us. Whether you’re on your own journey of healing or simply looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen!
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This past Sunday, we continued our new series, “Now What? Christian Unity in a Tumultuous Age.” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Ramsey reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, some common assumptions we make about others, underlying divisions in today’s world, and how God is always at works in us. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday, we continued our new series, “Now What? Christian Unity in a Tumultuous Age.” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Ramsey reflect on last Sunday’s sermon and how we can find unity by adopting a humble mindset and being united in Christ. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday, we kicked off our new series, “Now What? Christian Unity in a Tumultuous Age.” In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Ramsey reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, remaining united when differences arise, how the external world can affect us internally, and how God loves us equally, no matter our differences. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This Sunday we continued our sermon series, Hannah & Samuel: a sermon series about dreams, sacrifice, and turning points. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, first job stories, Samuel being called by the Lord, and how we all have to make sacrifices to follow God in our own lives. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together.
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This past Sunday we kicked-off our new series, Hannah & Samuel: a sermon series about dreams, sacrifice, and turning points. In this episode, Ashley, Chris, and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, Hannah’s amazing faith, our modern understanding of infertility in the Bible, how we live out our faith as we follow our own dreams, and, surprisingly, George Washington. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday Rev. Kristin Steed preached a stand-alone sermon titled, You Can’t Hurry Love. In this episode, Ashley and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the story of Mary and Martha, the book The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer, and the busyness that tempts us all. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we wrapped up our series, On Track: a series exploring sports metaphors in scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris, and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, Paul’s use of sports metaphors to help the Corinthian church stay on track, a little Olympic and Roman history, and how we can all make disciplined choices to keep Christ first in our lives. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we continued our summer sermon series, On Track: a series exploring sports metaphors in scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris, and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the concept of being “human beings, not human doings”, how one can “win” a race without truly winning, and how we as Christians strive to have the integrity that Christ calls us into. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we ran straight into our next summer sermon series, On Track: a series exploring sports metaphors in scripture. In this episode, Ashley and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the history of sports and scripture, and how we could all benefit from a “runner’s mindset” when we face obstacles in life. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we wrapped up our sermon series, Summer Vibes. In this episode, Ashley, Chris, and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, how creation reminds us of God’s presence, and how the trips we take together are valuable to our lives and faith journeys. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we continued our sermon series, Summer Vibes. In this episode, Ashley, Chris, and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the amazing depth of the novel To Kill A Mocking Bird, our call to “to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God,” and what that might look like in our modern context. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we continued our sermon series, Summer Vibes. In this episode, Ashley and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the movie Inside Out, some emotional Psalms, parenting, mental health, and the hope we have because God is with us through it all. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we kicked off our newest sermon series, Summer Vibes. In this episode, Ashley and Chris reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, why it’s important to find theological moments in our everyday lives, takeaways from the musical RENT, Paul’s incredible call for peace and mutual upbuilding in the early church, and what is expected of us today. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday was Trinity Sunday. In this episode, Ashley, Kristin, and Raegan reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the way we describe the Trinity, listening for God, and our excitement for Rev. Raegan as she moves on to her next appointment in Denton, TX this summer. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we celebrated Pentecost and, appropriately, our graduating seniors as they go on to what is next for them. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, the continuing presence of the Holy Spirit, puppets, service projects, and how we all strive to find our place in the church to make a difference. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we talked about experience, as the conclusion to our sermon series: How To Read The Bible: United Methodists and Scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, how our experiences influence how we see the world, itching ears, the movie Field of Dreams, and why Chris has a “In Case of Death” folder. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we talked about reason, as a part of our new sermon series: How To Read The Bible: United Methodists and Scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon and how we don’t have to check our brains at the door when we come to church. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
Discover more about our community and ministries at cumc.com. If you’re in Plano, Texas, join us in person every Sunday at 3101 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75075.
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This past Sunday we talked about tradition, as a part of our new sermon series: How To Read The Bible: United Methodists and Scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, what we mean when we say “tradition”, how the early church continued their traditions, and how we all develop in our faith over time. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday we talked about scripture, as a part of our new sermon series: How To Read The Bible: United Methodists and Scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, tangoing with the Bible, the Book of Deuteronomy, the errors we find with inerrancy, and how the Bible gets interpreted – no matter who’s reading it. Tune in, dig deeper, and let’s venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday was the beginning of our new sermon series: How To Read The Bible: United Methodists and Scripture. In this episode, Ashley, Chris and Kristin reflect on last Sunday’s sermon, our excitement for the series, the Bible’s diverse range of content, movies based on scripture, and how our encounters with scripture have changed throughout our lives. Join us as we tune in, dig deeper, and venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday was the second Sunday of Easter, and we got to hear a stand-alone sermon titled: Dwell, from Rev. Raegan Gilliland. In this episode, Ashley and Raegan reflect on the importance of the Easter season (that isn’t over yet), the many colors of the church calendar, and the deep impact it can have on us that Jesus is still dwelling with us today. Join us as we tune in, dig deeper, and venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday was Easter, and it was absolutely amazing! In this episode, we reflect on our favorite moments from Holy Week and Easter, the Resurrection story in Mark, and before and after stories. Join us as we tune in, dig deeper, and venture Off Script together!
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This past Sunday, we gathered for an amazing Palm Sunday. In this episode, we reflected on the importance of Palm Sunday, a few Psalms, what we love about the film – The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, and the humanity of Jesus. Join us as we tune in, dig deeper, and venture Off Script together!
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Welcome to Between the Lines: Luke! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Luke. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying and sifting through all that Luke has to offer. Visit Christ United online at www.cumc.com/podcast to see […]
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Welcome to Between the Lines: Luke! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Luke. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying and sifting through all that Luke has to offer. Visit Christ United online at www.cumc.com/podcast to see […]
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Welcome to Between the Lines: Luke! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Luke. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying and sifting through all that Luke has to offer. Visit Christ United online at www.cumc.com/podcast to see […]
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Welcome to Between the Lines: Luke! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Luke. Chris has returned to continue his deep dive into Luke. PLEASE NOTE – this week we had some technical difficulties and missed the first few […]
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Genesis – Part 9 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 8 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 7 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 6 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 5 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 4 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 3 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Genesis – Part 1 – Welcome to Between the Lines: Genesis! This podcast is a recorded version of a live class here at Christ United, led by Rev. Chris Dowd, studying the book of Genesis. Chris will be spending the entirety of this class studying the book of Genesis and sifting through all that it […]
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Welcome to Inspired Conversations by Christ United! We hope that this channel can be a place you return to time and again to learn, connect as a community, and chase after continuous spiritual development. We want to connect with you! Rev. Paige Christian, our pastor of Off-Campus ministries, is always here for you and ready […]
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Let’s talk, grow, and explore our faith together. Sit in on these vital conversations as our hosts explore the places where faith and life collide. We will kick off our series by reading “Inspired: slaying giants, walking on water, and loving the Bible again,” by Rachel Held Evens. Where to Get the Book Click Here […]
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