Fireside Talks

Graduating high school can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Should you go to college, start a career, learn a trade, or take a different path altogether? How do you know what you're supposed to do next? In this episode of  Fireside Talks: Calling and Career , we discuss  how to know what to do after high school , the difference between a  career and a calling , common mistakes y...

What makes a great leader? It's not a title, position, or popularity—it's integrity. In this episode of the Faith in Action Podcast, we discuss what it truly means to lead with integrity. We define integrity as doing what is right even when no one is watching and explain why character is the foundation of every lasting leader. While someone can hold a leadership position without integrity,...

You can't do life alone—and God never intended you to. In this episode of **Faith in Action**, we dive into **Ecclesiastes 4:9-12** and discuss God's design for teamwork, community, accountability, and healthy relationships. At Fireside Community, we believe real life change happens when people walk together. Whether you're serving in ministry, raising a family, leading a team, or simp...

Have you ever felt exhausted from serving others? Whether you're leading a ministry, volunteering, helping your family, or simply trying to be there for people, burnout can creep in when we rely on our own strength instead of God's. In this episode of our Leading and Serving series, we discuss how to serve faithfully without becoming overwhelmed, drained, or discouraged. We share personal...

After a few weeks away from the microphone, we're back with an honest update on where life has taken us. In this episode, we share why we've been absent, the exciting opportunity God provided at Palisades State Park, and how we became maintenance hosts with a full-hookup campsite while we work through selling our home. We talk about the many ways we've seen God show up through this tra...

Leadership isn’t about a position, title, or authority — it’s about the example you set every single day. In this episode, we talk about what it really means to lead without a title. Whether you’re a parent, coworker, friend, mentor, or neighbor, people are always watching how you live, serve, and respond in difficult moments. We share heartfelt stories from our time in the NICU when our son was f...

Do you ever feel pressure to be good at everything? In this episode, we talk about finding your unique gifts and talents, embracing your strengths, and understanding that not everyone is meant to do everything. Each person has a purpose, unique abilities, and opportunities to make an impact in their own way. We discuss how comparing yourself to others can hold you back, why discovering your natura...

Are you a homeowner (or about to be one)? In this episode, we break down  simple home hacks and first aid basics  that can save you time, money, and stress. We cover practical, beginner-friendly skills like: How to patch a hole in your wall (and avoid costly repairs) Why changing your furnace filter matters more than you think The basic tools every homeowner should have on hand Essential first aid...

Feeling overwhelmed by clutter? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to fix everything at once. In this episode, we talk about cleaning and organizing through a biblical lens, focusing on what Gospel of Matthewteaches in Matthew 6:19-21 about storing up treasures in heaven, not on earth. We also get real about anxiety that comes from messy spaces and how being good stewards of what we’ve been given...

In this episode, we dive into simple but essential car hacks that every driver needs to know. We talk about our biggest car maintenance mistakes, what we wish we’d learned sooner, and how you can start building real confidence with your vehicle. You’ll learn:The most common car maintenance mistakes (and how to avoid them)What to include in a car emergency kit: jumper cables, flashlight, water bott...

Welcome back to Fireside, where we help young adults move from survival to stability through skills, support, and the hope of Jesus Christ. In this April series, we’re diving into Home Hacks, and today’s episode is all about COOKING — the mistakes we’ve made, the lessons we’ve learned, and the simple kitchen strategies anyone can start using today. We talk about:🍳 Common cooking mistakes we’ve ma...

🔥Why We Started Fireside Mission: The Calling, The Need, and The Burden We CarryIn this episode we open our hearts and share the real “why” behind Fireside Mission. As youth group leaders, we saw a deep need: students were lacking the practical life skills they needed to actually launch successfully into adulthood. And as foster parents, we watched kids return home without the support systems tha...

In this episode of Fireside Talks, we continue our March series on Faith in Action by diving into what it means to stand strong in temptation. Temptation is something every believer faces—but through faith, we can learn how to endure, grow, and stay rooted in God’s truth. We talk about how trials can produce perseverance, how temptation begins, and how God calls us to live in a way that seeks His...

Faith in Action: Living a Life of Gratitude | Christian Podcast | Fireside Talks In this episode of Fireside Talks, we continue our March series on Faith in Action by exploring what it means to live a life of gratitude. Gratitude is more than saying “thank you” — it’s a posture of the heart, a daily act of faith, and a way of honoring God in every season. We talk about how choosing gratitude can t...

Faith in Action | Loving People Like Jesus | Fireside Talks PodcastIn this episode of Fireside Talks, we continue our March series on Faith in Action and explore what it really means to live out our faith every day. Sometimes reaching people isn’t about preaching louder—it’s about loving better. Jesus calls us to love one another first and foremost. When we live that out authentically, people see...

In this month of March We are talking about Faith in action. Today Pat is talking to us about how you can't have faith without action. He goes through the story of the good Samaritan and some of the significance we might miss. Some scripture used is Luke 10:25-37 In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and Community is all about, an...

In this month of February you get just me Samantha, while Pat is out on a work trip. I will talk with you this week about budgeting and relationships. Remember that God calls the church into relationship. We should be there to build each other up. Some verses discussed in today's episode are: James 1:27 and Galatians 6:2. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who...

In this month of February we are talking about Adulting. We talk about decisions you might have to make as an adult and tips to not comparing yourself. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and Community is all about, and the heart behind our mission. We're here for a community that often gets overlooked, and we believe in buildin...

In this month of February we are talking about Adulting. We talk about what might make you feel like an adult or old as well as things we wished we knew. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and Community is all about, and the heart behind our mission. We're here for a community that often gets overlooked, and we believe in build...

In this month of February we are talking about Adulting. This week we are our biblical roles as men and women. We discuss what it might biblically look like as an adult. What our roles and responsibilities might be. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and Community is all about, and the heart behind our mission. We're here for a...

In this month of January we are talking about Health. This week we are talking about mental health. We discuss having Christ as your basic motivation, how to make healthy choices with time, and your resources. We know we are not experts but you live and you learn and we are still working through creating some of these habits and want to share some of the things we have learned. In our first episod...

In this month of January we are talking about Health. This week we are talking about physical health. We discuss having Christ as your basic motivation, how to make healthy choices for food, how to create a good exercise routine, and basic creating healthy habits. We know we are not experts but you live and you learn and we are still working through creating some of these habits and want to share...

In this month of January we are talking about Health. This week we are talking about many What the Bible says and how we can be spiritually healthy. Some bible verses mentions are: Acts 20:35, Hebrew12:1-2, Genesis 12:1, and Exodus 12:19In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and Community is all about, and the heart behind our mission....

In this month of December we are talking about Christmas. This week we have a message about Christmas as told by the book of Matthew. We will dig deeper into the trust of Joseph, King Herod , the Magi, and even the genealogy. All of this scriptures we reference are in Matthew chapters 1 and 2. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, what Fireside Church and...

In this month of December we are talking about Christmas. This week we have a message about keeping joy in Christmas. . It's so easy to let the mundane take control of your life and forget the reason for the season. Please like and subscribe if you like what you hear. Next month we will be talking about health. In our first episode, we introduced ourselves and shared a bit about who we are, wh...