COGO Podcast

Pastors spend their lives caring for others, but who’s helping them prepare for their own financial future? It’s a conversation many in ministry put off, don’t fully understand, or simply don’t know where to begin. But what if planning for the future could bring more freedom to serve God in the present? On this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Mark Senseman of Servant Solutio...

What if some of the most important moments in our faith and leadership didn’t happen on a stage, in a meeting, or even inside a church, but around a table? Crystal Colp has spent much of her life discovering just how much can happen there. Some of those moments go all the way back to her childhood, and there’s one story involving her family’s dining room table that she’s saving for General Assembl...

What happens when you stop trying to build ministry according to a formula and start listening for what the Holy Spirit is saying? In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Kevin McGuire, leader of 12 Stones Coffee Community in Franklin, Ohio, to talk about how a coffee shop became an unexpected place for community, conversation, discipleship, and lives being changed. You will...

What happens when God takes control of a life and then uses that life to influence others? In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Andrew Miller, executive pastor at Church of the Crossing in Indianapolis, for an honest conversation about leadership, discipleship, and the people who shape us along the way. Andrew shares his powerful story of finding freedom through surrender...

What happens when a group of college students puts their musical gifts, creativity, and passion for Jesus together? In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with a few members of AU Movement , a college worship and songwriting collective from Anderson University. McKenna, Sam, CJ, and Connor share how AU Movement came together, their journey of writing original worship music, and...

Churches today have more opportunities than ever to connect with people, but are we making the most of them? In this episode of the COGO Podcast , R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. Seth Brisker , lead pastor of Common House in Athens, Ohio, to explore how churches can thoughtfully engage people in today's digital world without losing sight of their mission. Drawing from his experience leading a...

The next generation isn't looking for shallow answers—they're searching for an authentic faith that transforms every part of life. In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W.  welcomes Rev. Sarah Zaske , speaker for the Ohio State Youth Convention, for a compelling conversation about reaching and developing today's students. Drawing from her experience as a pastor, church planter, and...

Media ministry is about far more than cameras, slides, and livestreams—it's about removing distractions so people can clearly see and hear the message of Jesus. In this episode of the COGO Podcast, host R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. David Bullock , Tech Consultant for COGO Ministries and Executive Pastor at Awake Church, to discuss how churches of every size can use technology with purpose,...

Hospitality is about far more than a handshake at the front door. It's often the first step in someone experiencing the love of Christ. In this episode of the COGO Podcast, host R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. Missy Potts and Megan Oyler to explore why creating a welcoming culture isn't just a ministry responsibility; it's a vital part of making disciples. Drawing from years of hands...

In this episode, RW sits down with Rev. Becky Heller, Director of Communications & Events at COGO, and they talk about how you can use Canva (more than just a FREE online editing program) and use it to help communicate with your church. You'll want to listen carefully to this episode as she encourages everyone to use Canva whether or not you are tech savvy or a professional graphic design...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. Dr. Mirriam Knight-Wilson for an inspiring conversation about calling, leadership, and personal transformation. Mirriam shares her powerful testimony of growing up as the daughter of missionaries in southern Africa, discovering a deeply personal relationship with Jesus through seasons of hardship, and embracing a lifelong call to...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with author, pastor, and disciple-making leader Jeff Vanderstelt for a conversation that feels both challenging and deeply encouraging. Jeff shares pieces of his own story — from growing up around church while wrestling with a “mask” of Christianity, to the moment God met him personally and changed the direction of his life. Along the way,...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Pastor Rebecca Palmatier to talk about faith, discipleship, and the adventure of church planting in rural West Virginia. Rebecca shares her journey of coming to know Jesus as a teenager through the influence of her father’s transformed life and how God later called her family to step into the unknown by rebuilding a struggling church a...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with longtime ministry leader Rev. Dr. Leslie Barnes to explore her journey of faith, leadership, and discipleship. Leslie shares how growing up in a Christ-centered family shaped her relationship with Jesus and led to over three decades of ministry at Arlington Church of God. Her story highlights the powerful influence of spiritual legacy...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, RW Moody sits down with the student leadership team behind the Ohio State Youth Convention (OSYC)—Andrew Long, CeCe Salguero, Jade Peronne, Paige Gill, Rylan Webb, and Sheridan Deem. The conversation feels real and unfiltered as they talk about what it’s actually like to step into leadership as students—figuring things out as they go, working together, and lear...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast , host R.W. Moody sits down with Pastor Tim Riley, lead pastor of Connection Point Church in Sidney, Ohio, for an engaging and honest conversation about ministry, leadership, and answering God’s call. Tim shares his journey from growing up in a ministry family within the Salvation Army to pursuing a career in professional counseling—only to later realize that Go...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, host R.W. Moody sits down with Isaac Steiner to explore the heart of discipleship, student leadership, and reaching the next generation. Isiaac shares his personal journey of faith—from growing up in a Christ-centered community to a defining moment in his teenage years that solidified his relationship with God and redirected his calling into ministry. Together,...

What does it look like when a church becomes known more for serving its community than simply holding services? On this episode, R.W. sits down with Robert Holt, Executive Director at Healing Waters Outreach Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, to explore practical approaches to church multiplication, discipleship, and community impact. Holt shares his experience leading a ministry center that serves...

In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to reshare this incredible conversation with Bishop Timothy Clarke, ENJOY! Even if you listened to this when it came out last year, this episode is TIMELESS and you will benefit from another listen! Preaching is one the primary responsibilities of a pastor. It is an art that one must work on continuously through study, prayer, and practice. In this episod...

On this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. Moody sits down with Pastor Steve Anthony and ministry leaders Amy Thomas and Tricia Lantz from Hilltop Church of God. Together they explore how God is using ordinary believers to make an extraordinary impact in Columbus. Steve shares his personal journey of answering God’s call to ministry before fully surrendering to it as a young adult. Amy and Tricia r...

In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to reshare this incredible conversation with our Interim Director, ENJOY! The future is bright for our movement and we are thrilled to have our Interim General Director, Rev. Monté Dillard, join us on this episode as he shares his story and how God led him to serve at our national office. God is at work in some incredible ways in the Church of God and you...

In this powerful and timely conversation, R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. Eric and Twila Butler to talk honestly about unity, discipleship, and the future of the Church of God movement. Recorded during Black History Month, the discussion centers on the importance of cross-cultural relationships, shared leadership, and the responsibility believers have to move beyond divisions toward genuine connect...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast , R.W. Moody sits down with Abby Heaton from East Canon Church of God and member of the OSYC 2025 Student Leadership Team to talk about what it really looks like to follow Jesus as a student today. Abby shares her personal journey of faith and reflects on the challenge of living set apart in a culture that often pressures young people to fit in. Drawing from Scr...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, R.W. sits down with Rob Wegner, founder of the Kansas City Underground (kcunderground.org) and Microchurch Next Director at Exponential, to explore what transformational discipleship looks like in everyday life. Rob shares the story behind the Kansas City Underground—a decentralized network of microchurches born out of a “holy ache” to see ordinary believers re...

In this episode of the COGO Podcast, host R.W. Moody sits down with Rev. Tina Yarger from Avenue Church in Ontario, Ohio, to explore what authentic Christian discipleship looks like in everyday life. Through personal stories and ministry experience, Tina shares how discipleship often begins quietly; through faithful relationships, prayer, and a life lived close to Jesus. Tina reflects on her faith...