Beyond The Pulpit

In this episode of Beyond the Pulpit, Pastor Jon sits down with Pastor Lee Domingue to dive deep into the meaning of legacy and how our lives can create lasting impact in God’s kingdom. From sharing personal stories of faith and generosity to discussing practical ways we can live intentionally, this conversation will encourage you to think about your own legacy and how God is calling you to influe...

In this episode of Beyond the Pulpit, Pastor Andrea Schwartz sits down with licensed therapist Shannon Myers to dive into mental health topics that impact our daily lives. Together, they discuss the importance of recognizing early warning signs, managing stress, and finding practical strategies for emotional wellness. Shannon shares her journey into the field, insights on brain-spotting techniques...

In this episode of Beyond the Pulpit, we discuss the power of prayer, unity, and resilience in overcoming personal and collective challenges. Discover how prayer and unity have sparked every major movement of God, and learn the importance of facing trauma to build resilience and healing. Join us for an inspiring conversation about faith, strength, and community. ABOUT Life Church is committed to g...

In this episode of Beyond the Pulpit, Pastor Jon Schwartz and Gabe Lyons from Thinq Media dive deep into the intersection of faith and politics. As the political climate grows more polarized, how should Christians respond? We explore the teachings of Jesus, practical ways to engage in meaningful political conversations, and how to balance spiritual convictions with political action. Whether you're...

In this episode of "Beyond the Pulpit," Natalie Runion opens up about her personal journey in ministry, addressing the challenges of church hurt and the difference between hurt and abuse. She shares wisdom on staying rooted in faith, the power of vulnerability, and the importance of healthy leadership in ministry. Natalie also introduces her latest book, The House That Jesus Built, and emphasizes...

Welcome back to the Beyond the Pulpit podcast! We're excited to have Pastor Wayne Francis from The Life Church in Westchester, New York, joining us for a meaningful conversation about friendships. Pastor Wayne shares his passion for building purposeful relationships and the crucial role they play in our spiritual growth and personal well-being. ABOUT Life Church is committed to guiding individuals...

Welcome to the latest episode of "Beyond the Pulpit" where we dive deep into the unique experiences and challenges faced by pastors' kids (PKs). In this special episode, Pastor Gabe sits down with several PKs to explore their lives and the pressures they face being in the spotlight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to this episode of "Beyond the Pulpit," where hosts Pastor Jon and Pastor Gabe explore the challenging yet enlightening journey through doubt and faith. In a world where questions often outnumber answers, this discussion delves into the raw and real aspects of questioning one’s faith, the concept of deconstructing long-held beliefs, and ultimately finding a renewed hope in Jesus Christ. Th...

Welcome to Episode 9 of the "Beyond the Pulpit" podcast! Join hosts Pastors Jon and Andrea Schwartz as they have a conversation with Joe Butler, founder of Ability Tree . Life Church has partnered with Ability Tree to support the launch of a new ministry under the Next Gen umbrella called MVP (Most Valuable Person). Joe and the team have been on site with us helping to inform, equip, and train our...

Join pastors Jon, Andrea, and Gabe in the latest episode of Beyond the Pulpit as they dive into the topic of vision. In this episode, they discuss the process of receiving and implementing a vision for a church, the importance of setting goals, and the concept of re-engineering. They also share insights on how to keep the vision alive in daily life and challenge listeners to reflect on their own p...

Welcome to Episode 7 of the "Beyond the Pulpit" podcast! Join hosts Pastors Jon and Andrea Schwartz for an enlightening conversation with Pastors Todd and Nicole Cruz about their heartfelt adoption journey. This episode sheds light on the often-overlooked topic of adoption within the faith community, exploring its challenges, blessings, and the divine call to provide a loving home to those in need...

Pastor Gabe Rodriguez & Pastor Andrea Schwartz with special guest Pastor Kristina Davis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Episode 5 of the "Beyond the Pulpit" podcast where we dive into stories that are often overlooked in traditional sermons. This episode features Sean and Lanette Reed, celebrated speakers from the recent Married Life Conference, who open up about their experiences and insights into marriage counseling and personal growth. In this discussion, Sean and Lanette talk about the keys to a stro...

Welcome to Episode 4 of the "Beyond the Pulpit" podcast where we dive deep into the stories that are often left unspoken in the traditional sermon setting. This episode features a heartfelt discussion with Otis Gordon , a long-time member of Life Church, who shares his incredible journey of faith, struggle, and redemption. In this episode, Otis opens up about his early life challenges, including p...

In episode 3 of "Beyond the Pulpit" Pastor Gabe sits down with new Lead Pastors, Pastors Jon and Andrea Schwartz, to talk about how they got here, what's kept them going, and real life raising girls. #beyondthepulpit #conversations #stay #church #discipleship #christian #jesus #realtalk #transition #family #marriage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for episode 2 of "Beyond the Pulpit" as we sit down with Pastor Chris Erwin from Church of the Highlands, campus pastor of the Montgomery campus. Pastor Chris shares his journey from early days in the Pentecostal church to leading a thriving campus in his hometown. Learn how his passion for team building and community transformation is making an impact in Alabama. With personal stories, tr...

Episode 1 is a conversation between Pastor Jon Schwartz (lead pastor successor of Life Church) and Pastor Gabe Rodriguez (content pastor) talking about what has kept them from walking away from their faith and from the Church. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BEYOND THE PULPIT is a show hosted by Pastors Jon Schwartz and Gabe Rodriguez of Life Church in Allentown, PA. This show is a place to have real conversations about real things with real people. We talk about things you can’t talk about on a Sunday morning, but we need to talk about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.