The Village Church Community
Healing the City
So often, we find ourselves sitting next to people in church—people with fascinating stories and incredible expertise—and yet we miss the chance to truly know them. What if we slowed down and took the time to hear how each of us spends our days, how we wrestle with life, and how God is working in our stories? Join us as we journey into the lives of everyday folks from The Village Church here in Tucson, Arizona. These are people just like you, who are willing to open up and share their lives. Through honest conversations, we’ll tackle big ideas and practical ways to engage our communities, help...
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Jul 1, 2026
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Episodes
Forged in the Fire - The Legend 09.05.2023 32:33
Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of the Healing the City Podcast, join Pastor Eric Cepin as he embarks on a unique journey, sharing a heartfelt conversation with his father, John Cepin. A legendary figure in the world of swimming and coaching, John Cepin's remarkable career has been shrouded in myths and legends. But now, it's time to dive deep and discover the truth. Father a...
Forged in the Fire - From Generation to Generation: The Cepin Legacy" Part Two 02.05.2023 32:47
Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the riveting continuation of our conversation with John Cepin and Pastor Eric Cepin, as we explore Eric's experiences in pastoring the Village - a neo-monastic house church. In this episode, we uncover the essence of the Village, a place that fosters healing, growth, and transformation in a close-knit faith community. Support the show “Healing the City” is a w...
Forged in the Fire - From Generation to Generation: The Cepin Legacy Part One 26.04.2023 31:42
Send us Fan Mail Join us in this special episode of the Healing the City Podcast, where John Cepin turns the tables on his son and interviews him for a change. Dive into an intimate and enlightening conversation about the challenges and joys of being a pastor in a unique, communal, monastic, thoughtful, creative, transient, and biblically-based community. Listen as father and son explore the nuanc...
Forged in the Fire - Exploring the Fascinating World of Mathematics with John Cepin 18.04.2023 33:25
Send us Fan Mail The Healing the City podcast invites you to listen in on a captivating conversation between Pastor Eric and his father, John Cepin, as they explore the realm of mathematics. John's love for numbers is evident as he shares his passion for "weird" numbers such as abundant and semi-abundant numbers, and his enthusiasm for teaching and inspiring curiosity in his student...
Forged in the Fire: Uncovering the Hidden Narratives of Marriage 11.04.2023 55:05
Send us Fan Mail In this latest episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Host Pastor Eric engages in an eye-opening dialogue with his father, John Cepin, on the intricacies of marriage. John's experience in counseling and marriage therapy is undeniable as he shares about his own early struggles and the subsequent lessons he has learned along the way. Listeners will be struck by John's tr...
"From Illness to Inspiration: The Story Behind the Sermon" 05.04.2023 39:47
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, we have the honor of hearing from hosts Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan as they engage in a deep exploration of the recent Village church sermon on Radical Revolution. As we listen in, we are struck by the candid and vulnerable way in which they approach the topic, sharing with us the intimate details of Susan's illness and how it...
Radical Singleness 20.03.2023 24:28
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Healing the City podcast, we explore the topic of singleness and the unique ways that single individuals can serve God. Hosted by Pastors Eric and Michael, they begin by discussing how single people can be the special forces of the church, given their greater availability and flexibility to devote time to serving God's kingdom. The conversation touches on t...
Forged in the Fire - Vietnam 15.03.2023 49:15
Send us Fan Mail In this captivating episode of Healing the City podcast, we are privileged to listen in on a heartwarming conversation between Pastor Eric and his father, John Cepin, as they look into the latter's experiences as a soldier in the Vietnam War. John takes us on a poignant journey, chronicling his draft into the army, his basic training, and his eventual arduous specialized tra...
Forged in the Fire: Vows Revisited: Naming, Agreeing, and Forming Vows 22.02.2023 49:42
Send us Fan Mail In the latest episode of Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric Cepin and his father, John Cepin, engage in an insightful conversation about the impact of vows on our lives. They explore how the language we hear during our childhood can become deeply ingrained in our psyche, leading us to make promises that determine the trajectory of our lives. Support the show “Healing the City”...
Forged in the Fire - The Vows We Make 15.02.2023 44:57
Send us Fan Mail "The Vows We Make" is a powerful and thought-provoking podcast from Healing the City, where Pastor Eric and his dad John Cepin explore the significance of vows in our lives. In this series, they dive deep into the ways in which the vows we make can shape our relationships, careers, and even our spiritual journey. Through their personal experiences and biblical teachings,...
Forged in the Fire - Communion 07.02.2023 32:27
Send us Fan Mail "Join Pastor Eric Cepin and his father John Cepin as they delve into the significance of Communion in our lives and explore its roots in scripture. In this thought-provoking episode, the father and son duo will share their personal experiences and perspectives on the importance of this sacred tradition. They will also take a look at the deeper meaning of life and how our rela...
Pastors3 - What kind of follower are you? 01.02.2023 34:43
Send us Fan Mail In this stirring episode of "Healing the City", Pastor Eric, Mark, and Michael explore the multifaceted topic of following Jesus, and the myriad ways in which one can do so. With lively and engaging dialogue, the conversation begins by emphasizing the significance of comprehending the diverse roles that we can adopt as followers of Christ, and how these roles can serve a...
Forged in the Fire - What is soul care? 24.01.2023 44:16
Send us Fan Mail In this enlightening episode of "Healing the City", Pastor Eric is joined by his father, John Cepin, for a special limited series titled "Forged in the Fire". The series is a masterful exploration of the intersection between life and godliness, drawing on John's extensive counseling experience and spiritual insights. In this week's episode, the father...
A Guide to Forgiveness 17.01.2023 32:13
Send us Fan Mail "Join Pastor Susan as she dives into the transformative power of forgiveness in the latest episode of "Healing the City". In this episode, she will be discussing Fred Luskin's groundbreaking research on forgiveness and how it can be a crucial part of the healing process. From understanding the benefits of forgiveness to learning the steps to practice it in our...
Dr. Guy Crawford: Fatherhood and Parenting 15.12.2022 45:03
Send us Fan Mail In this moving episode of Healing the City, Pastor Eric engages in a heartfelt conversation with Guy Crawford about the profound joys and difficulties of fatherhood and parenting. The two dive deeply into the vital importance of listening to your children, cherishing their presence, and making yourself available to them as they traverse the complex terrain of life. The discussion...
Pastors3 - Advent 2022 W3 - Lament and Joy 15.12.2022 24:20
Send us Fan Mail On this captivating episode of "Healing the City," we have the privilege of joining Pastor Eric and Pastor Michael as they share their insights on the themes of Lament and Joy in the third week of Advent. These highly respected pastors bring to the table a wealth of knowledge from their years of pastoral experience and deep understanding of scripture. With profound insig...
Pastors3 - Advent 2022 W2 - Making Friends with the Psalms 08.12.2022 26:38
Send us Fan Mail Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan spend some time chatting about Susan's sermon. Advent meditation page Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challenges and real opportunities for change in our citi...
Pastors3 - Advent 2022 W1 - Hope and Fasting 30.11.2022 23:19
Send us Fan Mail Pastor Eric and Pastor Michael discuss the first week of Advent, Friday fasting, and the hope we have in Jesus. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challenges and real opportunities for change in o...
Pastors3 - No is Good, but Less is Better 01.11.2022 25:49
Send us Fan Mail Pastor Eric and Pastor Michael discuss Richard Foster's book - The Celebration of the Disciplines. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challenges and real opportunities for change in our citie...
Book of Paul: The Higher Education of Cain 13.10.2022 27:07
Send us Fan Mail Ron Brown and Eric continue their chat about the bible as a book of wisdom worthi reading even if you don't believe in Jesus. Ron Brown's You Tube Channel Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the r...
Pastors3 - Healing 11.10.2022 29:33
Send us Fan Mail Eric, Michael, and Mark take some time to chat about healing, and how it is thought about at the Village Church. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challenges and real opportunities for change in...
Module 6a - Attachment Theory Made Simple 04.10.2022 46:21
Send us Fan Mail Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan offer a short summary of attachment theory. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challenges and real opportunities for change in our cities. The podcast takes a whole-pe...
Belonging - A Short History 21.09.2022 22:57
Send us Fan Mail Welcome to "Healing the City", where pastors Rod, Eric, and Mark explore the complex dynamics of belonging and membership within the context of the Village Church in Tucson. In this episode, the pastors take a deep dive into the historical approaches and philosophies that have shaped the church's understanding of membership over time. Through their collective experi...
Ashton Cepin - Growing up, Art, and the Village 13.09.2022 27:27
Send us Fan Mail Ashley Cousineau sat down to talk with Ashton Cepin about growing up in a community house, being a pastor's daughter, her art, and being a librarian. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode is focused on the real challe...
In The Beginning - The Village 06.09.2022 53:43
Send us Fan Mail Pastor Mark interviews Pastor Eric and Pastor Rod about the beginnings of the Village. This is an extra long episode for Healing the City, but we thought it was worth the extra time. Support the show “Healing the City” is a weekly podcast about what it looks like to build healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of people from the Village Church, each episode...
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