Collective Conversations

On this episode we catch up with Marley Nobles. In her early 20's not only is she navigating life but also her faith in Jesus. Listen to her own story of finding Jesus and also some good advice for those just a few years younger than herself. 

Throughout this season we will have episodes featuring conversations with some of the people who lead us in worship, prayer, and speak at all of our campuses.  Get to know them beyond their talents, gifts, and abilities. On this episode we meet Danielle King from the Valparaiso campus. 

In the final chapter of our story, Lisa begins to share about her walk with Jesus and its impact on the amputation and others aspects of life she has had to endure. 

Lisa Gaddis has dealt with some tremendous physical challenges in her life.  In the last year she had her foot amputated and had to relearn so many things in life. Lisa's faith in Jesus got her through. In this episode Lisa lets us into some of the events connected to her surgery, therapy, and other ways where you see God at work in her life. 

In this episode we follow up on the first collective story of 2025 with Lisa Gaddis. Lisa allows us into her story of the amputation of her foot, her recovery, and spiritual journey.  In this first episode Lisa talks about why she had to have the surgery and the different ways God began to show up along the way. 

Welcome back!  Collective Conversations will kick off its second season soon!

Amy and Alisha walk us through a series of questions in a rapid fire format as we talk about counseling sessions, cost, confidentiality, and scheduling. https://www.pillarstherapy.com/our-clinicians/ms-alisha-hughes-bs/ https://nazarenecollective.church/counseling https://healthlincchc.org/services/behavioral-health/ https://www.familycounsel.org/counselors

In this episode Lisa Walters and Keith unpack the last episode of Keith's counseling session.  https://www.pillarstherapy.com/our-clinicians/ms-lisa-walters-ma-lmhc-ncc/ https://nazarenecollective.church/counseling

On this episode you get a rare glimpse into an actual counseling session. Listen in as Lisa Walter's walks Keith through their first counseling session. It's real. It's raw. It's hopefully giving you permission to schedule a counseling session yourself. 

In this episode Keith sits down with Lisa Walters from Pillars of Wellness to discuss how a counselor approaches a counseling session. 

Jordan Chitwood is a pastor, an author, husband, father, and ready to let you into his journey with mental health.  Join us for a captivating conversation where Jordan gives us a glimpse into his most recent book, "Will I Always Feel This Way?" and his personal journey of faith and mental health.  Follow these links for more information about Jordan and access to his personal site, churc...

John Thomas shares with us the value of counseling for both a marriage and family. This informative episode can be a great encourager to take a next step in either of those relationships for the better. 

In this episode we will address the realities of addiction and trauma. Stacey has a masters degree in pastoral counseling and serves as one of the counselors at the Hope Center in Valparaiso, Indiana.  You can find out more about Celebrate recovery and find a local meeting at the link below. https://www.celebraterecovery.com/what-we-offer/find-a-cr-meeting Here is a link to find more information o...

In this episode we hear from a group of counselors on how mental health and our faith can easily coexist. With an open conversation about their own journey of faith and why they became counselors, you will hear from the heart of John, Janet and Alisha. You can find out more information about some of our counselors at the Hope Center following the link below. http://nazarenecollective.church/counse...

On this episode we get a better understanding of both depression and anxiety. Not only defining it, but how to come along side  those who walk life with it. 

On this episode Rob Walsh helps us unpack why talking about our mental health and seeking help from a counselor can be a pivotal move in your life.  We also throw in there some thoughts on social media's impact on our mental well being.  

We kick off this series that will be talking about the importance of counseling for both our mental health and faith. Today, we hear from some staff and one our the hope center counselors who has counseling as a part of their life. 

This episode is informative and will probably make you laugh as we laugh together talking about Fam Jam as it celebrates its 20th year.  We will also preview an upcoming series connected to mental health and faith. 

On this episode Adam and Keith continue the conversation that started in our weekend sermon about Jesus reinstatement of Peter. Follow along in John 21 for this unique dialogue. 

Bible Recap is a powerful tool that many people are discovering at VNC.  In this episode hear why it is so valuable to your spiritual growth and how God is working through it at the Valparaiso campus in 2024.  

This week we continue our conversation with leaders of Celebrate Recovery as we dive deeper into their own stories.  We also help connect a few more dots on why Celebration Place is a great place not only for kids but for the whole family. 

On this episode we get a true inside glimpse into Celebrate Recovery taking place on the Valparaiso campus. If you have always wondered what CR is like, this is the podcast for you.  We also get a glimpse into the new ministry of Celebration Place, a kid centered recovery/precovery ministry just for them. 

On this podcast Shawn, Eric, and Kara Anne remind of us the vision and the heart of the collective's pursuit of the open door.  

This episode is our final conversation in a 3 part series about discipleship with Pastor Chris. 

Chris continues to expand our understanding of discipleship in this weeks collective conversation.