The Becoming Project

In this final, heartfelt episode of The Becoming Project , Pastor Michael reflects on three transformative years at Dayspring United Methodist Church as he prepares for his next chapter as Lead Pastor at Saint Francis in the Foothills in Tucson. Pastor Michael offers a vulnerable look back at his journey—from arriving as a "young kid from Oklahoma" to becoming a leader who found a true &...

In this episode Pastor Michael Long returns with a timely, pastoral reflection on what it means to  become  who God calls us to be. Drawing on Luke 4:18–19 and Micah 6:6–8, Michael lays out a simple—yet urgent—framework for faithful living:  do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God. He names the weariness of these times, the loudness of harmful voices, and the real harm facing marg...

The Becoming Project – Episode Description In this special episode of  The Becoming Project , Pastor Michael Long takes time to catch up with listeners and reflect on two major milestones in his journey: being commissioned as a Provisional Elder in the United Methodist Church and graduating with a Master of Divinity from Iliff School of Theology. With honesty and heart, Pastor Michael shares what...

Welcome to  The Becoming Project ! After a short break, Pastor Michael Long returns with exciting updates—a new studio space, new plans, and a renewed mission. In this episode, he reintroduces the podcast’s purpose: sharing inspiring personal stories of growth and transformation. Pastor Michael also offers encouragement in light of today’s social and political challenges, reflecting on faith, just...

Today we sit down with Rev. Khalif Smith. Khalif was born and raised in New York City, the son of a United Methodist pastor. He served in numerous positions in the church: acolyte, Sunday School teacher, a camp counselor at the United Methodist Church camp and youth delegate to New York Annual Conference. He has worked with youth, homeless, and seniors. He moved to Georgia to pursue higher educati...

Welcome to The Becoming Project- Today we journey with our special guest Bill Norwood.

Welcome to The Becoming Project- A space where you can hear the stories of the lived experiences from where it all began to the present.

This is the Becoming Project