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S12E11 In July 2025, Andrew recorded a number of short episodes with leaders who were present at the All Africa Assembly held in Accra, Ghana. This episode features an interview with Pastor Thomas Siafa from Liberia.
S12E9 In July 2025, Andrew recorded a number of short episodes with leaders who were present at the All Africa Assembly held in Accra, Ghana. This episode features an interview with Pastor Daniel Mdobi Kiula from Tanzania.
S12E8 In July 2025, Andrew recorded a number of short episodes with leaders who were present at the All Africa Assembly held in Accra, Ghana. This episode features an interview with Pastor Noel Barumwete from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Origin Stories Every story has a beginning – and sometimes, understanding where someone started helps us see their journey in a whole new way. In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Deborah grew up as a missions kid, living in a number of countries as a […]
Origin Stories Every story has a beginning – and sometimes, understanding where someone started helps us see their journey in a whole new way. In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Stacy Tatman served locally with her husband before feeling a call to serve on a […]
Origin Stories Every story has a beginning – and sometimes, understanding where someone started helps us see their journey in a whole new way. In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. John Johnson grew up in a family that invested heavily in global service. He knew […]
Origin Stories Every story has a beginning – and sometimes, understanding where someone started helps us see their journey in a whole new way. In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Jason Torgeson and his wife Abby serve in Costa Rica with their three kids. Listen […]
Origin Stories In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Jenny Mihsill was quite resistant to the idea of being a missionary. The thought of living in a strange land, with strange food, was not how she imagined her life. But through church camps and conversations she […]
Origin Stories In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Don Armstrong had connected with missionaries from a young age, but it was when we went to camp meeting as part of his church’s mission committee that he first heard the call of God on his life. In […]
Origin Stories Gwen Johnson traveled with her family as a young child within the United States and then internationally when she went to college. She found a love for travel. As she followed Christ, she found a call toward serving in cross-cultural ministry even though her background wasn’t in ministry. That call has led her […]
Origin Stories Nate Tatman felt a call to serve in the local church and thought that would be where God would have him serve for his entire ministry. But then he was asked about the opportunity to serve globally. At first, the answer was no, but eventually, through prayer and processing, he saw how his […]
Origin Stories Abby Torgeson says she came to missions kicking and screaming. It wasn’t the path she thought she would be on as she was dreaming about her life as a youth, but God had another story to write. While reading Genesis 12, she heard the question, “would you leave your country to serve me?” […]
Origin Stories We’re excited to share the latest episode of Origin Stories, featuring a conversation with Bobby Mihsill. In this episode, we explore the stories, experiences, and moments that shape who we are—and how those origins continue to influence the way we live, lead, and serve today. Bobby reflects on how a simple nudge from the […]
Origin Stories In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. Caroline Armstrong has served as regional coordinator for the Asia-Pacific region alongside her husband, Don, for 18 years. Before that, she served for 16 years in Tanzania, helping to start a primary and secondary school that continues […]
Origin Stories In this series, we learn about the ministry origin stories of leaders who are serving cross-culturally. The series gives listeners an opportunity to experience the unique calling of people who have chosen to move across the world to serve Jesus. Andrew introduces the series in this episode, which will go from the Monday […]
S11E4 (español) En este episodio, Andrew entrevista al pastor Esteban Zapata, de Honduras. Pastor Esteban no solo se lidera como pastor local en Tela, Honduras, sino que también es el actual presidente de la Confraternidad Interamericana de la Iglesia de Dios. El episodio se grabó en febrero de 2025, cuando el pastor Esteban y Andrew […]
S11E4 (English) In this episode, Andrew interviews Pastor Esteban Zapata from the Honduras. Pastor Esteban not only serves as a local pastor in Tela, Honduras, but is also the current president of the InterAmerican Fellowship for the Church of God (Confraternidad Interamericana de la Iglesia de Dios). The episode was recorded in February 2025 when […]
S11E3 (español) En este episodio, Andrew entrevista al pastor Yaruany de República Dominicana. El episodio se grabó en febrero de 2025, cuando el pastor Yaruany y Andrew participaron en una conferencia de pastores en Cuba. El pastor Yaruany comparte sobre el trabajo de la iglesia en República Dominicana, su iglesia local en La Vega y […]
S11E3 (English) In this episode, Andrew interviews Pastor Yaruany from the Dominican Republic. The episode was recorded in February 2025 when Pastor Yaruany and Andrew participated in a pastor’s conference in Cuba. Pastor Yaruany shares about the work of the church throughout the Dominican Republic, his local church in La Vega, and a personal ministry […]
S11E2 (INTRO) In this episode, Andrew shares what’s coming in season 11 of A World of Good. In this season, we will hear from leaders from all five regions: Asia & Pacific (Sri Lanka), Caribbean & Atlantic (Barbados), Africa (12 different countries!), Europe & Middle East (Spain), and Latin America (Honduras, Cuba, Dominican Republic). This […]
S11E1 In this episode, we hear from Dayan Daniel, a pastor for the Church of God in Sri Lanka. Pastor Dayan shares about his time in ministry, raising up young leaders, and the work he has done to provide for children in a vulnerable community.
Season 10 / Special Episode In this episode, Andrew welcomes guest host Jenny Mihsill, as they discuss global projects. They are joined by guests Nate Tatman, serving with Global Strategy in Europe and the Middle East, and Abby Torgeson, serving with Global Strategy in Latin America. Hear stories about the work of the Church of […]
Season 10 / Episode 10 In this episode, Mark Fulton shares an update from the work of the Church of God Hospital in Haiti. He shares about the current situation in Haiti and what he has been doing to support the Haitian communities in the United States. Haiti Hospital Project Give for Good campaign website
Season 10 / Episode 9 In this episode, we hear from Sri Lanka national director, Christantha de Silva. Pastor Christantha shares about the history of Sri Lanka and how the church is continuing to serve and care in the midst of discrimination. He also discusses the Three Decades Three Churches project and how that is […]
Season 10 / Episode 8 In this episode, John and Gwen Johnson (regional coordinators, Africa) share an update about challenges the church in facing in Africa. They share specifically about the church in Rwanda, Zimbabwe, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Burundi. Africa Congregational Development Project All Africa Assembly Project Give for Good campaign website
Season 10 / Episode 7 In this episode, we will hear from Matt Ingalls, the pastor at Oak Park Church of God, in Salem, Oregon. Matt shares about his experience serving with Samir Salibi and AtHome in Paris, France, and how that ministry has challenged him to rethink and reframe the work of his church […]
Season 10 / Episode 6 In this episode, we will hear from Moose Sprunger, the pastor at Albany First Church of God, in Albany, Oregon. Moose shares about his experience as a missionary in Tanzania and what God is continuing to call him and his church to today.
Season 10 / Episode 5 In this episode, we will hear from Frank Borst, the executive director of the Pacific Northwest Association (PNA) of the Church of God. Frank shares about his global life – growing up, traveling, and working all over the world – and how that has affected and shaped his worldview and […]
Season 10 / Episode 4 In this episode, we will hear from Alecia Swoope, Chief Operating Officer at Church of God Ministries, in Anderson, Indiana. Prior to coming to Church of God Ministries, she worked for a Christian organization in Atlanta that served people experiencing homelessness. Alecia shares about some of the beautiful moments and […]
Season 10 / Episode 3 In this episode, we will hear from Mike Ford, Go + Be pastor at Cornwall Church, in Bellingham, Washington. Mike shares about some things he has been learning around how we engage in crucial conversations with high grace and high truth. In every season we face moments where honesty and […]
Season 10 / Episode 2 In this episode, we will hear from Angela Presley, Global Missions pastor at Crossings Church, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Angela shares about the power of friendship, especially in connection to international students. She challenges us to see those around us and make space in our lives for those who might […]
Season 10 / Episode 1 Welcome to Season 10 of A World of Good! In this episode, we will hear from Darren Adwalpalker, GO pastor at Highland Park Community Church, in Casper, Wyoming. Darren shares about his previous role as a pastor at a church that included both English and Spanish services and what the […]
S9E9 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Aly Hawkins. Aly was a managing editor for Barna and worked on the “Future of Missions” project that released a few years ago. This episode discusses those findings and how the church can engage young leaders in missions.
S9E8 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Emmanuel Masamba. Pastor Emmanuel shared about the Malawi and what the Church of God has been doing to care for those who have experienced hardship through flooding.
S9E7 In this episode, Andrew interviews Tim and Jenn Adams (www.chogglobal.org/TJAdams) about their role serving with Global Strategy and the Church of God in Asia. They share about their former work with YWAM, the experience of support raising, and their advice to those interested in serving globally.
S9E6 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Beth Wolff. Beth is the pastor at Clarksburg Church and talks about how her church has engaged in loving one another and loving their neighbor through a specific rule of life.
S9E5 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Aly Hawkins. Aly was a managing editor for Barna and worked on the “Future of Missions” project that released a few years ago. This episode discusses those findings and how the church can engage young leaders in missions.
S9E4 In this episode, Rev. Dr. John Johnson interviews Rev. Dzingai Guni and his wife about the work of the Church of God in Zimbabwe. The church in the southern countries in Africa are dealing with more and stricter government regulations on their churches. At the same time, they recently dealt with a significant cholera […]
S9E3 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Norberto Kurrle. Norberto discusses the multicultural world of Paraguay and how the Church of God is engaging their communities to share the hope of Jesus.
S9E2 Andrew is joined by Joshua Weiger to introduce this reflection episode with Kathleen Otchy. Kathleen discusses the power of stories and how churches can engage in ethical storytelling.
S9E1 In this episode, Andrew gives an introduction to season 9, which will have a slightly different format. This season will feature two different kinds of episodes: new conversations and reflection episodes. As with past seasons, we will have some new conversations with leaders related to important, timely topics. Those episodes will be interspersed with […]
S8E11 We are celebrating the Find Your Stride campaign this week and releasing three new video episodes. This is a first for A World of Good. In this episode, hear from Zach and Audrey Langford who serve in Birkenhead, England. Learn about the joys and challenges they face in their ministry context and hear how […]
S8E10 We are celebrating the Find Your Stride campaign this week and releasing three new video episodes. This is a first for A World of Good. In this episode, hear from Steven and Peggy Beverly who serve in Sri Lanka. Learn about the joys and challenges they face in their ministry context and hear how […]
S8E9 We are celebrating the Find Your Stride campaign this week and releasing three new video podcast episodes. This is a first for A World of Good. In this episode, hear from Corey and Abby Stocksdale who serve in Botswana. Learn about the joys and challenges they face as a family serving in their ministry […]
S8E8 In this episode, Andrew interviews Matias Silke, the leader of the Daniel Warner Institute in Posadas, Argentina. Matias shares his experience as a pastor in Argentina and moving into a leadership role at the leadership training institute. This is another episode done in a vehicle while visiting churches in Argentina.
S8E7 In this episode, Andrew interviews Norberto Kurrle, a leader in the Church of God in Paraguay. The interview is done while driving around to churches in Paraguay. Norberto has led an incredible life of ministry and shares from his experiences of being a multicultural person serving in a multicultural environment.
S8E6 In April 2024, Andrew visited leaders in Uganda to have conversations around projects and partnership. During this time, he got to visit more with Rev. Edrin Serwano, national church representative for Uganda. For this episode, we are going to go back two years to when Andrew interview Rev. Edrin in Tanzania during the All-Africa […]
S8E5 In this series, Andrew interviews regional coordinators from four regions to learn about the ins and outs of their region. Episodes were recorded in Chiang Mai, Thailand, at the annual RC meetings. In this episode, Andrew sits down with John and Gwen Johnson who share about the work of the Church of God in […]
S8E4 In this series, Andrew interviews regional coordinators from four regions to learn about the ins and outs of their region. Episodes were recorded in Chiang Mai, Thailand, at the annual RC meetings. In this episode, Andrew sits down with Don and Caroline Armstrong who share about the work of the Church of God in […]
S8E3 In this series, Andrew interviews regional coordinators from four regions to learn about the ins and outs of their region. Episodes were recorded in Chiang Mai, Thailand, at the annual RC meetings. In this episode, Andrew sits down with Nate and Stacy Tatman who share about the work of the Church of God in […]
S8E2 In this series, Andrew interviews regional coordinators from four regions to learn about the ins and outs of their region. Episodes were recorded in Chiang Mai, Thailand, at the annual RC meetings. In this episode, Andrew sits down with Jason and Abby Torgeson who share about the work of the Church of God in […]
S8E1 In this episode, Andrew introduces season 8 and what is coming. The episode also features a re-release of the live episode from this summer that talks about Global Strategy’s mission and values and interviews three global leaders about how they see those values in their local contexts.
For the fall of 2023, A World of Good is taking a break as we travel and record new episodes. But while you wait, we wanted to give you this bonus episode from the trip to Paraguay, Argentina, and Brazil that Andrew was on in September with a group of pastors. More episodes from Paraguay and […]
S7E11 Nate and Andrew recorded LIVE in Tampa, Florida at the Church of God Convention. They talk through the Global Strategy mission statement and the practical ways Global Strategy supports churches around the world. They are joined by three guests who share stories from their experience: Dr. Latif Ramses (Egypt), Pastor Esteban Zapata (Honduras), and […]
S7E10 In this episode, Andrew Gale interviews Pastor Chris Imoh and his wife, pastor Jennifer, at the West Africa regional meeting in Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire. Chris and Jennifer pastor a church in Abidjan, one of the capitals of Côte d’Ivoire. In the episode, they share their journey from Nigeria, leaving their home country to start […]
S7E9 In this episode, Andrew Gale interview Rev. Dr. Daniel Mdobi Kiula. Rev. Dan is currently a pastor in Arusha, Tanzania, but he has spent time outside of Tanzania as a professor at Kima International School of Theology (KIST) in Kima, Kenya. Rev. Dan is one of three leaders on the All-Africa Assembly executive leadership […]
S7E8 In this episode, Nate Tatman interviews Karim Anayssi in Lebanon. Karim is the executive director of Cedar Home Lebanon, an organization that cares for vulnerable kids. They partner with organizations like Children of Promise and continue to expand the work they are doing. For more information about Cedar Home, visit this link!
S7E7 During the Asia-Pacific Conference which took place in October 2022 in Seoul, South Korea, Andrew interviewed a number of leaders. This episode features Sam and Neha from the Shelter in India. Sam is the director of the Shelter and country director for the Children of Promise program in that part of India. Sam and […]
S7E6 Pastor Wai Chan Lam has been featured on our podcast before (listen here!). In this episode, Andrew was able to sit down with Pastor Lam in the country where he serves, Japan. On his return back to the United States from the Asia-Pacific Conference in Seoul, South Korea, Andrew stopped by Tokyo to learn […]
In this bonus episode, join Nate Tatman as he interviews Camille Melki, executive director of Heart For Lebanon (H4L). H4L, based in Lebanon, has done extensive work with Syrian refugees. Since the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, they have increased their support to people of Syria. Listen as Camille shares about the exciting work they […]
S7E5 During the Asia-Pacific Conference which took place in October 2022 in Seoul, South Korea, Andrew interviewed a number of leaders. This episode features Rev. Dorothy Colney and Rev. Shelly Winn who share about the ongoing struggles of living out their faith within a country on the brink of civil war.
S7E4 During the Asia-Pacific Conference which took place in October 2022 in Seoul, South Korea, Andrew interviewed a number of leaders. This episode features Bakyrmen Nongpluh, the principal of Nichols-Roy Bible College in Shillong, India. Dr. Nongpluh wrote his dissertation about the history of the Church of God in India called, Pioneering indigenous leadership: a […]
S7E3 During the Asia-Pacific Conference which took place in October 2022, in Seoul, South Korea, Andrew interviewed a number of leaders. This episode features Amos and Semper Moore, two leaders who left their hometowns and families in India to start the work of the Church of God in Nepal.
S7E2 Last summer’s monsoon season in Pakistan wreaked havoc across the country- destroying homes, devastating livelihoods, and taking the lives of thousands of people. In response, the Church of God in Karachi, Pakistan began reaching out and providing basic provisions to five impoverished villages in the Sindh province who were displaced by the floods and […]
S7E1 Join Nate and Dr Latif as he shares about the churches in Egypt, raising up the next generation of pastors, and the familial culture of the church.
S6E11 This is the final episode of season six and Nate and Andrew talk together about a section of Kenneth Bailey’s book Jesus Through Middle Eastern Eyes. In the episode, Andrew shares about how we learn about Joseph’s view of justice through Matthew’s writing. To read the article Andrew wrote about this passage from Bailey’s […]
S6E10 MK is a shorthand for the term “missionary kid” or the child of someone serving overseas. Another name is third-culture kids (TCKs) because of the mixing of cultures (their home/parent’s culture and the culture of where they live) that the kids experience at such an important age of development. We wanted to hear from […]
S6E9 MK is a shorthand for the term “missionary kid” or the child of someone serving overseas. Another name is third-culture kids (TCKs) because of the mixing of cultures (their home/parent’s culture and the culture of where they live) that the kids experience at such an important age of development. We wanted to hear from […]
S6E8 For this episode we are going to pause our series on MKs (don’t worry, the next two will come out soon!) and share a brief update on the situation in Ukraine. This episode was recorded in early November 2022 with leaders from the Ukrainian Church of God who traveled to Switzerland for the Three […]
Special Episode!! Andrew recorded this special episode with Joshua Weiger on the final day of the Asia-Pacific Conference on the rooftop of a Starbucks (see image) near the Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, South Korea. Listen in as they process the conference and their time with the Church of God in South Korea.
S6E7 MK is a shorthand for the term “missionary kid” or the child of someone serving overseas. Another name is third-culture kids (TCKs) because of the mixing of cultures (their home/parent’s culture and the culture of where they live) that the kids experience at such an important age of development. We wanted to hear from […]
S6E6 MK is a shorthand for the term “missionary kid” or the child of someone serving overseas. Another name is third-culture kids (TCKs) because of the mixing of cultures (their home/parent’s culture and the culture of where they live) that the kids experience at such an important age of development. We wanted to hear from […]
S6E5 In this episode, Andrew wraps up his interviews with African leaders in Tanzania with an interview with Rev. Emmanuel Masamba, national leader for the Church of God in Malawi. Rev. Masamba gives an overview of the church in Malawi and shares specifically about recent flooding that left thousands of people in their community without […]
S6E4 In this episode, Andrew interviews Rev. Noel Barumwete, national leader for the Church of God in the Democratic Republic of Congo. She shares about the church, her role as the first ordained female leader, and how the church has supported communities that were devastated by recent volcanic eruptions.
S6E3 In this episode, Andrew interviews Rev. Edrin Serwano, recently elected national leader for the Church of God in Uganda. Rev. Serwano shares about the church in Uganda and the many ways they are connecting with the community and providing social support. He also shares about the importance of leadership transition, how difficult that can […]
S6E2 Rev. Mailesi Ndao is the national leader for the Church of God in Zambia and general secretary of the All Africa Assembly. In this episode, she helps us learn about the Church of God in Zambia, giving a picture of the make-up of the church. Then she shares specific stories of exciting things that […]
S6E1 In the first episode of season six, Andrew interviews Rev. Cyril Pillay at the All-Africa Assembly meeting in Arusha, Tanzania. Rev. Pillay is the national leader for the Church of God in South Africa and the general director for the All-Africa Assembly. The conversation covers Rev. Pillay’s early life and work in the parliament […]
S5E10 This is only the second episode this season that Andrew and Nate are on the same episode together! In it, they recap the season and share their highlights from the episodes they hosted. This is the last episode for season five, but season six will start back in August with new episodes from leaders […]
S5E9 Nate Tatman interviews Marcos and Katherine Lovaglio, pastors in Arco, Italy. They share about their experience leading a church as a young family. Among other topics, they discuss the challenges of handing off ministry from one pastor to another, moving buildings, COVID in Northern Italy, and their new Christian band, Ikaktus.
S5E8 Andrew visits Tim and Kim Wardell in Allen, South Dakota where they work alongside Native American leaders in their community and serve as pastors at Pass Creek Church. Tim and Kim give us context for the work they do and share what the ministry of presence looks like in their community. They look at […]
S5E7 Nate and Stacy Tatman talk with Daniel and Christy Kihm about the current efforts to support the Church of God in Ukraine through food shipments to internally displaced people and resettling Ukrainians as they seek refuge outside the country. Because of the nature of this situation, the response is changing quickly and the team […]
S5E6 Andrew is visited in Indiana by his friends Juan and Miriam Santos, pastors and leaders in the Church of God in the Dominican Republic. Juan shares his faith story and how cross-cultural ministry prepared him to serve. He then shares about the Church of God in the Dominican Republic and how they are using […]
S5E5 While Nate was at the German Pastors’ Retreat, he interviewed two German pastors about their experience serving in the church. In this episode, Nate interviews Tillman Frey about the COVID papers written by a group of German pastors as they process together how to respond as the church during a global pandemic. The conversation […]
S5E4 While Nate was at the German Pastors’ Retreat, he interviewed two German pastors about their experience serving in the church. In this episode, Nate interviews Sebastian Scalogna who serves a church in Wolfsburg, Germany. Sebastian was raised in a German-Italian community and shares his story about meeting Jesus in his 20s at the church […]
S5E3: Special Update In this episode Nate and Andrew share updates from sisters and brothers in Ukraine including an audio message from a leader in Ukraine. The church is being a light to those around them, even in this difficult and dark season by providing food, water, fuel, and housing for internally displaced people. Listen, […]
S5E2 In this second episode recorded while Andrew was traveling in Pakistan in October 2021, Andrew interviews Razia Mushtaq. Razia shares about her life and ministry and how she found her calling serving in the church. As a woman serving in ministry in Pakistan, Razia faces significant challenges, but she has never let those challenges […]
S5E1 While traveling in Pakistan in October 2021, Andrew interviewed Church of God national leader Rev. Dr. Samuel George about the experience of the church in Pakistan. Rev. George gives context for the church in Pakistan and shares about the challenges and the hope they experience as the church reaches out to vulnerable communities in […]
S4E10 In this recap episode, Nate and Andrew talk about some of their favorite moments from the last season and share about the upcoming season. Resources Global Strategy Resource Page Catch up on past episodes! Apple Spotify Google Amazon Stitcher
S4E9 A powerful interview with Mohammed, Zahar, and their daughter Sarah about their experience leaving Iran as refugees and finding Jesus in Paris, France. Their story involves escaping to multiple countries, Jesus visiting in dreams, physical healing, emotional support through the church, and finding peace after chaos. If you want to be encouraged about what […]
S4E8 In this episode, Andrew interviews Zach Szmara. Zach is the Executive Director of Immigrant Connection. He has been a Department of Justice accredited legal representative since 2014 and has served over 2200 immigrants from 100+ nations in the 7 years he has led his local Immigrant Connection site. He also serves as the pastor […]
S4E7 Andrew and Nate interview Gena Thomas, author of Separated by the Border, a book about her family’s experience fostering a young girl who was separated from her mother while crossing the US/Mexico border. This episode continues the series on immigration, giving a firsthand view from someone who walked with a Honduran family through the […]
S4E6 Pastor Donnie Allen was born in Roatán, Honduras and now serves as a pastor in La Ceiba, Honduras. His journey in ministry has been one of crossing cultures and learning to serve the community where his family is planted. In this episode, Pastor Donnie shares about his personal ministry path and then shares how […]
S4E5 Kathleen Otchy is the Pastor of Community Care at Fairfax Church in Fairfax, Virginia. Kathleen led a session at our 2019 Missions Leader Roundtable about ethical storytelling. Many people want to share their experience after they have traveled on a missions trip, but how we do that can either humanize or dehumanize those we […]
S4E4 Kelley and Rhonda Philips have been serving globally for nearly 30 years. They have lived in Russia, Hungary, and currently reside in Berlin, Germany. Kelley and Rhonda have spent years receiving teams from the United States through short-term trip experiences. In this episode, they share from their vast experiences, the good and the bad, […]
S4E3 Chris Kaczmarek joins Nate and Andrew for a conversation about trip logistics. We hear about Chris’ experience as a missionary in Uganda receiving teams and how that has affected the way he approaches sending teams in his current position as outreach pastor at County Line Church of God in Auburn, Indiana. With great tools […]
S4E2 As Nate and Andrew begin the series on trips, they start with a discussion on cultural intelligence with Esther Jadhav. Esther works at Asbury University as the Associate Vice President for Intercultural Affairs and has done extensive research on the intersection of cultural competence and theology. Esther presents the case for the need for […]
S4E1 Nate and Andrew discuss their summer travels, debrief their first live podcast at Church of God convention, and share their favorite coffee drinks at the moment. They also give a preview of the two series they will be highlighting for this coming season: trips and immigration. This season will be packed with resources, challenging […]
LIVE Convention Episode On June 26, 2021, this special episode was recorded live at Church of God Convention in Denver, Colorado. In this episode, Andrew and guest host Joshua Weiger interview guests from around the world about global justice issues related to national conflict (Rev. Dorothy from Myanmar), health crisis (Kaitlin in Uganda), and natural […]
S3E10 In this final episode of the season, Nate and Andrew look back on the previous nine episodes and share some of their favorite clips from the interviews they did. Andrew shares about his recent trip to Honduras and Nate talks about his summer travel plans.
S3E9 In this final episode of the series, Missions & the Black Church, Nate and Andrew have an honest, yet fun, conversation with Keith Spencer. Serving as the missionary specialist for Global Strategy, Keith brings a unique perspective as the son of Caribbean immigrants, and a Black Christian working in a missions agency. The conversation […]
S3E8 In this episode, Nate and Andrew interview Steven and Peggy Beverly for episode two of the three-part series, Missions & the Black Church. Steven and Peggy are missionaries to Sri Lanka through Global Strategy and are the only Black missionaries serving in Sri Lanka as part of any missions agency. Steven and Peggy share […]
S3E7 This episode begins our series on Missions & the Black church where we discuss the history and engagement of the African-American church in global missions. Nate and I had the privilege of interviewing Barbara Jones, Founder and President of Walking Anew, Inc. whose goal is creating a dignified Black and Brown community one day, […]
S3E6 This episode concludes a three-part series on millennials and missions where Nate and Andrew explore missions themes connected to the emerging generation of Christians. In this episode, they talk with Channing Marvin, Worship and Outreach Pastor at Blue Mountain Community Church in Walla Walla, Washington. They explore the first two episodes on millennials and […]
S3E5 This is part two of our three-part series on millennials and missions where Nate and Andrew explore missions themes connected to the emerging generation of Christians. In this episode, Andrew interviews Sarah Hunnicutt who serves as a teacher at a Christian school in Roatan, Honduras. She discusses her experience serving in Roatan and why […]
S3E4 This episode begins a three-part series on millennials and missions where Nate and Andrew explore missions themes connected to the emerging generation of Christians. In this episode, they talk with Aly Hawkins, a freelance editor who was the managing editor with Barna on their recent research called, The Future of Missions. They discuss a […]
S3E3 In the final episode of our three-part series on global partnerships, Nate and Andrew are joined by guest host Joshua Weiger. Joshua served in Berlin, Germany with his wife Audrey and their kids. He is now in charge of projects for Global Strategy supporting over 65 projects in 35 countries around the world. In […]
S3E2 In episode two of our three-part series on global partnerships, Nate and Andrew talk with Samir Salibi. Samir and his family live in Paris, France and work with the growing refugee population in the city through the ministry he started called @Home. Samir shares about the joys and difficulties of partnering with US churches to […]
S3E1 Nate and Andrew interview their good friend, Alan MacDonald, about best practices for healthy global partnerships. Alan brings with him wide-ranging global experiences (as a missionary, global nonprofit leader, missions pastor) and decades of global engagement. If your church supports global ministry, this episode is for you! Resources Mapping Church Missions, Sharon R. Hoover Serving […]
A quick preview of what’s to come for season 3! Check out previous seasons at charlesr13.sg-host.com/podcast.
It’s been a crazy 2020 but we have had some incredible conversations with people serving God globally. In this episode we recap season two, talk about next season, and reminisce about Christmas. In the News Charitable Spirit Alive After Difficult Year Coffee Talk From L to R: my computer, my coffee mug (#loveICT), some unroasted […]
Deb Heefner serves as the Director of COMPASS at Mission Training International where they prepare missionaries before they go onto the mission field. Join us as we talk about pre-field training for missionaries, bible smuggling, and being a missionary behind the Iron Curtain. Coffee Talk How Coffee Forever Changed Britain In the News Tequila bar […]
Mike Ford is the Go & Be Pastor at Cornwall Church in Bellingham, WA. Now more than ever, both the local and global church must find innovative ways to reach people and make disciples. Listen in as we talk about innovation in the church through the lens of vending machines and food sources! In the […]
Bobby and Jenny Mihsill serve the church in Cote d’Ivoire, West africa with their kids Moore and Rease. In this episode, they share some incredible stories about how the church is being a witness in their community, believing that God will show up, and how springs of new life are breaking forth. In the News […]
Andrew has a conversation with Miguel Lau, Senior Officer of Church Partnerships for International Justice Mission. Miguel and Andrew explore justice from the perspective of the bible, society, violence, and the church. They bring together justice and faith and encourage churches to engage in God’s work. In the News Two-thirds of U.S. Young Adults Unaware […]
Nate and Andrew talk with Patrick Nachtigall about his book, In God We Trust? The book looks at the history and complexity of American Christianity and points to three gods: religious freedom, individualism, and materialism that have shaped Christianity in the US. Patrick shares from his experience about how the church in the US is seen […]
Pastor Wai Chan Lam is a pastor in Japan, but was born and raised in a Chinese home in Singapore. In this episode, he shares honestly about his faith journey, his calling, and how he ended up serving God in a foreign land. In the News The Underground Church in Iran is 1 Million Strong, […]
Nate shares an interview with Pastor Kenneth Morikang who leads a ministry that connects with foreign college students who come to Bulgaria to study. In the News In Uganda, U.S. Missionary Accused of 105 Child Deaths Dissolves Charity In light of the article, here are five things Nate suggests for healthy global engagement: 1. Talk […]
In this episode, Nate talks with Pastor Kenneth Morikang who was born in Cameroon and now resides in Bulgaria, leading a ministry to medical students. Kenneth talks about his call to ministry, living in Russia, Ukraine, and the Philippians. In the News Russian Evangelicals Fined for ‘Missionary Activity’ During Pandemic
Andrew shares interviews from his trip to Botswana with the Bishop Louis Keeme, Pastor Curtis Molapisi, and a visit to a church service. Nate and Andrew also share updates from Lebanon including a firsthand account of the recent explosion in Beirut. Links Women in Ministry article by Abby Stocksdale In the News Support the church […]
In this first episode of season two, Andrew interviews Corey and Abby Stocksdale as they share about raising kids in Botswana, Africa. Nate and Andrew also introduce two new segments for this season, “In the News” and “Coffee Talk.” Links Corey and Abby Stocksdale Team Stocksdale Facebook page In the News People on Social Welfare […]
In this final episode of season one, Nate and Andrew look back at interviews from the last six months. They share their most memorable episodes, highs and lows, and what to expect in the coming season. Make sure to stay connected via their social media channels linked below! Season two begins in August! Links: Twitter […]
In this episode, Nate Tatman reconnects with some past guests who were interviewed about their church’s response to the pandemic. Daniele Santonocito (Rome, Italy), Marcos Lovaglio (Treviso, Italy), and Beth Wolff (Clarksburg, Maryland) share updates on their responses to the crisis and encouragement as the church presses onward. Links: Daniele Santonocito Facebook page Marcos Lovaglio […]
Nate and Andrew reached out to two global leaders to hear stories of what dealing with the coronavirus has been like in their context. Jonathan and Beth Todd serve in Itaituba, Brazil with their kids Miriam and Jonah. Jonathan shares about their community and how they personally prepared for the increase of cases in their […]
Nate and Andrew process Nate’s article, “Seven Implications for the Church” which is linked below. They examine important questions for the church when considering how churches will serve their communities post-pandemic. The article is full of resources to help churches begin to think creatively about the new normal we are embarking on. Recorded via Zoom […]
Nate and Andrew connect with Mike and Heather Webb, executive directors at Children of Promise, a global child sponsorship program. Mike and Heather share how Children of Promise is responding and supporting families globally in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Andrew also talks with Eleanor and Eli (his kids) about their perspective on coronavirus. […]
In this episode, Nate and Andrew interview Beth Wolff, pastor at Clarksburg Church in Clarksburg, Maryland. Beth shares about the ministry paradigm her church introduced over the last few years and how that has allowed the church to remain connected even during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic. Links: Clarksburg Church Surprise the World by Michael […]
In this episode, Nate interviews two pastors from Italy, Daniele Santonocito and Marcos Lovaglio, about the recent novel coronavirus pandemic. Italy has been one of the hardest hit countries globally. The pastors share about the challenges the church is facing and how they are responding in the midst of the crisis. Links: Daniele Santonocito Facebook […]
This episode is an interview with Kyle Hayes, Outreach and Communications Pastor at Salem Church of God near Dayton, OH. Kyle shares about his experience working in Dayton and the surrounding communities following devastating tornado destruction and how the church can prepare for these kinds of natural disasters. This episode was recorded in September 2019 […]
In this final episode of the three part series about Sri Lanka, Steven and Peggy share about the role of persecution that Christians experience. They also talk about the Easter Bombings which took place April 21, 2019 in areas where they live and serve. The episode was recorded at the Church of God Ministries studio […]
This episode continues the conversation with Steven and Peggy Beverly focusing on the country of Sri Lanka. The Beverlys share about Sri Lanka and its cultural context as well as offer specific information about the Church of God in Sri Lanka. The episode was recorded at the Church of God Ministries studio in Anderson, IN. […]
This episode is an interview with Steven and Peggy Beverly about their calling to global ministry and how they chose to serve the church in Sri Lanka. The episode was recorded at the Church of God Ministries studio in Anderson, IN. Links: www.chogglobal.org/SPBeverly www.chogglobal.org/srilankasustainability/
Join Nate Tatman and Andrew Gale as they give you a sneak peak of what’s to come. The first episode of a world of good begins February 3!