Beyond The Pulpit

Guests: Pastor Jon & Pastor Andrea Host: Pastor Tim Release Date: June 22 Episode Summary In this special Season 5 finale episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea respond to real questions submitted by young adults in our church community. From calling and purpose, to spiritual plateaus, to hearing God’s voice and living as a witness, this conversation is honest, pastoral, and full of encouragement. Wh...

Guests: Jaiden Scherr & Zach Erwin Hosts: Pastor Jon & Pastor Andrea Release Date: June 8 Episode Summary Social media can be a powerful tool, but it can also quietly shape our hearts, habits, and sense of worth. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea have an honest conversation about comparison, digital overload, and what it looks like to live with clarity and contentment in a constantly...

Hosts: Pastor Jon & Pastor Andrea Release Date: May 4th Episode Summary Anxiety, burnout, and emotional exhaustion are realities many people face, yet it can feel difficult to talk about them honestly in faith spaces. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea have a compassionate conversation about mental and emotional health through the lens of Scripture. They discuss how faith and mental healt...

Hosts: Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz  Release Date: April 20th Episode Summary Adulthood is often filled with big decisions: career choices, financial pressure, future planning, and the constant question of “Am I on the right path?” In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea have an honest conversation about navigating work, purpose, and calling with wisdom and faith. They discuss what it me...

Guests: Zach Erwin and Emma Parker Hosts: Pastor Jon & Pastor Andrea Release Date: May 4th Episode Summary In a world that constantly tells us who we should be, it’s easy to feel pressured to perform, compare, or define ourselves by external labels. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea are joined by Zach Erwin and Emma Parker for an honest conversation about identity: what culture offers, w...

Guest: Pastor Tim Kitts Hosts: Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz  Release Date: April 13th Episode Summary Relationships can be one of the most meaningful and challenging parts of life. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea have an honest conversation about dating, singleness, marriage, and trusting God in every season. They discuss what it looks like to pursue relationships with wisdom and...

Hosts: Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz  Release Date: March 23 Episode Summary Doubt is something many people experience, yet few feel comfortable talking about openly. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea have an honest conversation about navigating questions of faith, seasons of uncertainty, and what it means to wrestle with God rather than walk away from Him. Together, they explore th...

Hosts: Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz  Release Date: March 9 Episode Summary Life moves fast, and it’s easy for faith to get crowded out by full schedules, responsibilities, and constant distractions. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea kick off Season 5 with an honest conversation about staying spiritually alive in the middle of everyday busyness. Together, they explore how simple rhy...

Guests: Jon & Jenn Barratt Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: December 8, 2025 Episode Summary How far can one act of faith go? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jon and Jenn Barratt from Project Rescue : a global ministry focused on restoring hope to survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Together, we explore how exponential reach begins...

Guests: Pastor Todd Crews Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: November 24, 2025 Episode Summary Generosity is legacy. This episode dives into what it means to go above and beyond in giving and how our financial faithfulness fuels ministry, missions, and multiplication. With insight from Pastor Todd, we look at the ripple effects of sacrificial giving and the expon...

Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: November 10, 2025 Episode Summary Each year, God gives us a prophetic word to guide Life Church into a new season of mission. In this episode, Pastor Andrea sits down with Pastor Jon to reflect on the fresh word God has spoken for 2026: GO. This is not just a word, it's a directive. Building on the journey from strengthening to...

Guests: Pastor Glenn Dowling Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: October 27, 2025 Episode Summary Every act of service leaves a legacy. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the power of volunteering and the eternal impact it has on lives and communities. Ps Glenn, a dedicated Life Church volunteer, shares stories of joy, growth, and breakthrough, and how sa...

Episode 4: Exponential Worship – Living a Life of Praise Beyond Sundays Guests: Pastor Maribel Landis & Reverend Kyle George Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: October 13, 2025 Episode Summary Worship isn’t just something we do; it’s who we are. This episode unpacks what it means to live a lifestyle of worship beyond the Sunday experience. With guests Pastor...

Episode 3: Called to More – The Journey from Comfortable to Commissioned Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz Release Date: September 29, 2025 Episode Summary God’s call on your life will often stretch you beyond what’s comfortable, and that’s where growth begins. In this candid episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea share personal stories of surrender, obedience, and leadership that r...

Exponential Peace: How Spiritual Disciplines Heal the Mind Hosts: Pastors Jon Schwartz & Andrea Schwartz Release Date: September 15, 2025 Hosts Bio Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz lead Life Church with a passion to see lives transformed by the gospel. Jon brings his background in Accounting & Finance to ministry, while Andrea draws from her experience in psychology & counseling as Ex...

Episode 1: Grace that Multiplies – The Ripple Effect of Freedom Guests: Pastor Chris Durso Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz Release Date: September 1, 2025 Episode Summary What happens when grace meets our brokenness and calls us to freedom? In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Chris Durso to talk about how God's unearned grace doesn’t just save—it multiplies. From reclaiming joy and identity to wal...

This episode will shine a light on the often unseen but vital work of those who serve behind the scenes in ministry. We will explore the idea of remote leadership, the intentionality behind the creative and technical aspects of worship experiences, and how excellence in production and creativity can bring people closer to God. This conversation will remind listeners that it’s not just those on the...

In this episode, we dive into the incredible growth that happens when people come together in small groups. We will explore how authentic fellowship draws us closer to Jesus and to one another. By joining a small group, we'll see our personal and spiritual development increase exponentially. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode would plug (promote) Growth Track and Life Church Academy/Protege and share how they are integral tools for equipping volunteers to step into leadership roles within the church and the Kingdom. It would emphasize the importance of discovering your gifts and being a leader who contributes to God’s kingdom on a larger scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode will focus on the transformative and exponential power of prayer—not just as a tool for asking things of God but as a pathway to a deeper intimacy with Him. The conversation would explore how prayer enriches our relationship with God, fuels spiritual growth, and unlocks transformation in our lives and the lives of others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode will explore the Great Commission and how individuals and the church can DO SOMETHING be it at home or out in the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

True love in marriage flourishes when it’s grounded in spiritual practices that align with God’s design. In this episode, Pastors Jon and Andrea explore how intentional rhythms like prayer, worship, and studying Scripture together can exponentially grow love and intimacy in your relationship. Learn how these sacred practices not only draw you closer to God but also deepen your connection with one...

God didn’t just use adults to impact the Kingdom, he used babies, children, and youth as well. In this episode, we will dive into the influential power that our teens have in spreading the Good News in their schools, their families, and their world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January, Life Church turned 35 years old. In this episode, we will celebrate this monumental moment as a church. We’ll also reflect on God’s faithfulness in the past, and share his vision of exponential growth for the future, not just locally but globally as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Beyond the Pulpit, Pastors Jon & Andrea Schwartz with special guest Pastors Esteban & Chari Orozco delves into the vital role of authentic relationships in church leadership. It highlights the importance of collaboration over competition among churches, focusing on building the Kingdom together. The discussion emphasizes a people-centered approach, where shepherding and...