Faith To Go Podcast

In this episode of Faith to Go, hosts Charlette Preslar and David Tremaine explore Jesus' Parable of the Sower from Matthew. While we often focus on the different kinds of soil, this conversation begins with the surprising generosity of the sower, who scatters seed everywhere without hesitation or calculation. What does it reveal about God that the seeds are spread with such abandon? Whether...

Faith to Go, hosts Charlette Preslar and David Tremaine reflect on Jesus' invitation to those who are weary: "Come to me... and I will give you rest." Together they explore what it means to lay down the burdens we carry, why God's wisdom is often revealed in unexpected places, and how following Jesus offers a different way of living in a world that constantly demands more. Whet...

 Faith to Go is on the road this week as host Charlette Preslar records from Camp Stevens with special guests Ryan Macias and Stephanie Wilson. Together, they reflect on Romans 6:12-23 and Paul's invitation to consider what shapes our lives and where we place our allegiance. If God's grace is a free gift, how are we called to respond? Surrounded by the rhythms of camp life, they explore...

This week on Faith to Go, hosts Charlette Preslar and David Tremaine explore one of the most challenging passages in Matthew’s Gospel. As Jesus prepares his disciples for the realities of ministry, he tells them, “Do not be afraid,” even as he acknowledges the rejection, conflict, and sacrifice that can come with following him. Together, Charlette and David reflect on what it means to live faithfu...

 This week on Faith to Go, David is joined by special co-host the Rev. Hannah Wilder for a conversation about Jesus' call to his disciples. As Jesus looks upon the crowds with compassion, he reminds us that the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Together, Hannah and David explore what it means to be called, equipped, and sent into the world to share God's love.  Faith to Go...

Who gets invited to the table? Who is worthy of healing? And what happens when faith refuses to give up hope? This week, Charlette and David dive into a Gospel where Jesus continually reaches toward people others overlook, reject, or dismiss. From Matthew's surprising call to follow Jesus to stories of healing and restoration, these readings invite us to consider how God's mercy breaks t...

 This week on Faith to Go , Charlette, David, and guest Leighton Jones explore the mystery and beauty of Trinity Sunday. Together, they reflect on what it means to follow a God revealed in relationship—Creator, Christ, and Holy Spirit—and how the Trinity shapes the way we live in community, love our neighbors, and participate in God’s ongoing work in the world. As always, the conversation includes...

 What happens when the Spirit moves in ways we don’t expect? In this Pentecost episode of Faith to Go, Charlette and David are joined by the Rev. Sarah Speed from Second Presbyterian in Kansas City, for a conversation about Acts 2 and the wild, disruptive, life-giving movement of the Holy Spirit. Together, they reflect on what it means to hear the Gospel in new ways, how the Spirit continues to ga...

In this week’s episode of Faith to Go we discuss the final prayer of the farewell discourse, the four chapters after the last supper where Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure. This week Jesus prays for his disciples, that they may be protected as they continue his work in the world.  We explore themes of responsibility to the world and how Jesus thinks about eternal life. Plus, we share...

In this week’s episode of Faith to Go we dive back into the farewell discourse, the four chapters after the last supper where Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure. This week Jesus shares with his disciples that he will not leave them "orphaned" and will send the Holy Spirit to guide and comfort them.  We explore themes of comfort and grief and what it means to "keep"...

 In a world full of competing paths, Jesus declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” What does it mean to follow Christ not simply as a belief, but as a way of living marked by love, mercy, courage, and trust? For Easter 5, Faith to Go hosts Charlette and David are joined by The Rev. Canon Beth Scriven to explore John 14:1-14, reflect on finding direction in uncertain times, walking the p...

Jesus speaks as the Good Shepherd and the gate, reminding us that many voices call for our attention, but not every voice leads to life. In this Easter 4 episode of Faith to Go , we reflect on the challenge of recognizing God’s voice in a noisy world filled with fear, distraction, and competing messages. How do we learn to hear the voice of Christ calling us by name and leading us toward abundant...

In this week’s episode of Faith to Go, we meet two people on the road to Emmaus—walking, talking, and trying to make sense of everything that has happened. They are joined by a stranger who talks with them, but it isn’t until the breaking of the bread that they finally recognize it is Jesus. Together, we reflect on how often God is present in our lives in ways we don’t immediately see. What does i...

In this week’s episode of Faith to Go , we step into a familiar and deeply human story—the moment when Thomas cannot quite believe what others have already seen. In John’s Gospel, the risen Jesus enters a locked room, meets fear with peace, and invites doubt into something deeper rather than pushing it away. Together, we explore what it means to wrestle with uncertainty, to ask honest questions, a...

This week on Faith to Go, we step into the story of Easter, where grief and hope meet at an empty tomb. In the aftermath of loss and confusion, the resurrection of Jesus doesn’t arrive with certainty and clarity—it arrives in surprise, in fear, in wonder, and in quiet recognition. Together, we explore how Easter is not just a moment to celebrate, but an invitation to see the world differently. Whe...

This week, Charlette and David explore the powerful and complex story of The Passion, where celebration and sorrow stand side by side. From the joy of waving palms to the weight of the Passion narrative, they unpack what it means to follow Jesus through both triumph and suffering. Together, they reflect on how this story invites us to hold tension in our own lives—where hope and heartbreak often m...

As we journey through Lent, Charlette and David guide us through this week’s Gospel reading from John. With reflections on the resurrection of Lazarus, they invite listeners to consider how this passage speaks to us in this sacred season of reflection.  Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.  Click here to learn more about EDSD's great work in our region and how you...

This week, Charlette and David dive deep into John 9:1-41, reflecting on one of the most profound miracles Jesus performs. With thoughtful conversation and practical takeaways, they explore how this passage invites us to live faithfully in our world today. Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.  Click here to learn more about EDSD's great work in our region and how y...

 On this week’s episode of Faith to Go , Charlette and David are joined by special guest Amy Reams from St. Luke’s North Park for a thoughtful and engaging conversation about the upcoming Gospel reading. Together, they explore the heart of the passage, reflect on where it meets real life, and share practical ways to carry the message into the week ahead. As always, the episode includes a “God Sigh...

Join Charlette and David as they explore this week’s Gospel reading from John alongside the Rev. Canon Gwynn Lynch, EDSD Canon to the Ordinary. Together, they unpack one of the all time favorite Bible verses--John 3:16. Tune in for fresh insights, meaningful reflections, and ways to live into the Gospel this week. Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.  Click here to lear...

The Faith to Go Team is joined by Bishop Rob Wright, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, to discuss the First Sunday in Lent. Together, they explore how the Temptation of Christ addresses divided loyalties and how this reading from Matthew illustrates what ultimate allegiance to God entails. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! Learn more about Bishop Wright's ministry at: https:/...

Join Charlette and David as they explore this week’s Gospel reading from Matthew. Together, they unpack the Transfiguration and how it applies to our lives today. Tune in for fresh insights, meaningful reflections, and ways to live into the Gospel this week.  Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.  Click here to learn more about EDSD's great work in our region and ho...

How does this week’s Gospel challenge us to act? Charlette and David, joined by the Rev. Richard Hogue, reflect on Matthew 5: 13-20 and share practical ways to embody the message of our personal agency in our communities and lives. Be inspired to take your faith to go!  Find out more about Rev. Hogue's work at https://stpaulcathedral.org/ Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of...

The Faith to Go Team is joined by the Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers to discuss this week’s Gospel from Matthew. Together, they explore how the Beatitudes apply in today's difficult world. Don't miss Canon Stephanie's thoughtful reflection and God sighting! To learn more about the Rev. Canon Stephanie Spellers and her new book,  Church Tomorrow?: What the Nones and Dones tell us abou...

This week, Charlette and David examine the Gospel of Matthew and reflect on how reaching for the light in a world that seems especially dark is a choice toward goodness. With thoughtful conversation, they explore how this passage invites us to live faithfully in our troubled world. Faith to Go is a ministry of The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.  Click here to learn more about EDSD's great wo...