Friendship Church Podcast

In the last episode of the Friendship Church Podcast Season Two, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt share light-hearted Christmas memories before exploring how Advent can serve as a formative “rule of life” that slows us down and recenters us on Christ. They discuss how childhood traditions, the Christian calendar, and intentional rhythms can shape our hearts toward hope, peace, joy, and love—es...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt explore the fourth Advent candle— love —and unpack why English words can be so confusing along the way. From “run” and “bat” to “hot” and “right,” the pastors have some fun highlighting the quirks of our language before turning to the richness of biblical love. They discuss the distinctions behind Greek words li...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt tackle one of the most debated holiday questions of all time: Is Die Hard really a Christmas movie? With humor, theology, and a surprisingly deep dive into themes of redemption, incarnation, and hope hidden beneath the explosions, the team weighs the case for and against the film’s place in the Christmas canon....

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt kick off a Christmas-season conversation on peace by humorously sharing childhood fight stories—bathroom spray bottles, schoolyard brawls, and even a questionable ponytail incident—before turning to Scripture’s richer meaning of peace. They explore how Jesus came not to bring generic holiday calm but to establis...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt share light-hearted Christmas banter—from snowblowers and Ovaltine to childhood gift letdowns—before turning to the deeper Advent theme of Hope. They contrast the world’s version of “wishful thinking” with the Bible’s picture of a living hope , confident expectation rooted in God’s character and fulfilled promis...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt kick off Season 2 focusing on Advent. In this episode, they explore the theme of waiting —contrasting our fast-paced, impatient culture with Advent’s call to slow down and prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming. Through lighthearted stories and meaningful reflection, they discuss the origins of Advent, how tradi...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt reflect on cultural influences like Star Wars before transitioning into the main focus: the roles church members can play in advancing Vision 2035. They discuss ways to engage through core discipleship, disciples making disciples, missional communities, and the “C3PO” concept—identifying those ready to help lau...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt discuss plans for a third church campus . They explore how it will help reach new communities, maintain relational connections, and create leadership opportunities, while addressing challenges like logistics and changes in familiar routines. Listeners are encouraged to pray, reflect, and consider how God may be...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt share a humorous story about their Indianapolis trip and a memorable visit to the local restaurant, Yats, before diving into the core topic of multiplying faith and making disciples. They discuss discipleship as a holistic process that includes evangelism, spiritual growth, and equipping believers to live missi...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt explore the meaning of biblical community ( koinonia ) as more than casual connection but a devoted, Christ-centered fellowship . Rooted in Acts 2, they highlight how Scripture, prayer, outreach, and fellowship shape true community and share practical ways to live it out through groups, teams, and discipleship...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt share Friendship’s 10-year vision : that by 2035, everyone in Scott County and beyond would be personally invited into discipleship with Jesus. They unpack goals like launching 150 missional communities , adopting 8 schools , planting 3 campuses , and mobilizing believers to steward their gifts. At the heart of...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt share lighthearted stories about times they’ve been physically lost before turning the conversation toward how people often feel spiritually lost in their discipleship journey. They introduce Friendship’s intentional discipleship pathway— Encounter the Lord, Engage in Community, and Expand the Kingdom —as a way...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt emphasize the importance of having clear markers for maturity in Christ rather than vague ideals. Drawing from Scripture, church experience, and practical discipleship tools, they outline four key traits of a growing disciple : being a prayerful pursuer , a biblical decision maker , a generous servant , and a j...

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast, Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt discuss the meaning and purpose of a church mission statement, differentiating it from mottos and goals, and describe Friendship Church's recent process of refining their mission with Clarity House. The pastors explore how mission shapes decisions, unifies the church, and reflect on an updated mission statement.

In this episode of the Friendship Church Podcast , Pastors Kenny, Jason, Joel, and Matt discuss biblical vision—how it flows from God’s Word, starts with holy discontent, and moves toward a God-shaped future. They emphasize discerning God’s will over personal ambition, maintaining integrity in leadership, and focusing on what matters most: sharing the gospel and making disciples, both within the c...

Kenny, Tracy and Joel talk about the impacts of unforgiveness of our own sin. We know that Jesus died to forgive us of our sins, but why can it sometimes be difficult to forgive ourselves?

Pastor Joel interviews Antioch Ministry's Kevin Saunders and Tryenese Jones. Learn more about life and the work God has called them to do with Antioch Ministries here in MN.

Pastor Joel interviews Friendship's missionaries to Vienna, Austria, Nate and Bethany Johnson.

Pastors Kenny and Joel interview Friendship's missionary to Pignon, Haiti, Dr. Paul Pierre.

Pastors Kenny and Joel interview Friendship's missionary here in Minnesota, Joel Ramirez.

Pastors Kenny and Joel interview Friendship's missionary to Mexico, Jami Strandberg. Learn more about life and the work God has called Jami to in Mexico.

Kenny and Joel talk about the impacts of celebrating Christmas during Halloween. Is the mystery of Christ evident in your life?

Kenny and Joel interview Gessi Araujo, one of Friendship's attenders and missionary to Venezuela and Columbia.

Kenny and Joel interview Tracy Hatch, Friendship's Executive Director, to learn more about her, her ministry at Friendship Church and how things are going in the first few months. You'll even learn more about her unique work history that you won't want to miss!

Kenny, Joel and Autumn discuss all the hot news going on around Friendship Church. Tune in as they dive into the connection between hospitality and discipleship. Don't forget to smile!