More of Us

On Episode 25 of the More of Us podcast, Beau Stanley (Senior Pastor at East Side Grace ) shares his personal journey from the financial industry to pastoral ministry, finding fulfillment in the local church's blend of theological depth and practical application. He candidly discusses how his lifelong struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder has shaped his spiritual growth, emphasizing the ongo...

On Episode 24 of the More of Us podcast, Chris Howard (Pastor of Worship at Grace Community Church of Seal Beach ) draws on 20 years of ministry experience to discuss his unique approach to designing worship services and nurturing a gospel-centered community. He also shares candidly about his family traditions, personal spiritual practices, and the significant relationships that have shaped his wa...

On Episode 23 of the More of Us podcast, Jeremy Wike (Lead Pastor of Community of Hope Grace Brethren Church ) provides thoughtful perspectives on faith, leadership, and personal spiritual disciplines, offering a glimpse into his multifaceted life and ministry. Jeremy Wike became the Associate Pastor of  Community of Hope Grace Brethren Church in 2008 and was promoted to Senior Pastor in 2011. Jer...

On Episode 22 of the More of Us podcast, Josh Placeway (Lead Pastor of Manheim Grace Church ) talks about his family's preaching legacy, what the process was like going from associate pastor to lead pastor, and his experience as a solo pastor. Josh has served as the Lead Pastor of Manheim Grace since June 2021. He is passionate about the local church and believes the church was created by God to a...

On Episode 21 of the More of Us podcast, Ethan Bunce (Pastoral Elder at Bellefontaine Grace Church ) shares what he's learned since becoming a Dad, how he became a pastor at Bellefontaine Grace Church and what that journey has been like, and explains a simplified view of exemplifying the Gospel. Ethan was born and raised in Brownsburg, Indiana and is married to Jael. He is a g raduate of Grace Col...

On Episode 20 of the  More of Us podcast, Jordan Gillette (Student Pastor at Grace Community Church ) shares his deep roots within the Charis Fellowship, what his role and experience is leading the youth at Grace Community Church, and how simple acts of hospitality and friendship can be effective ways of ministry. Jordan has been at Grace Community since November of 2016 and serves as the Student...

On Episode 19 of the More of Us podcast, we're highlighting More of Us' very own Tim Sprankle ( Lead Pastor of Leesburg Grace Church ) to discuss his new role and vision going forward as Executive Director of the Charis Fellowship. Tim currently serves as the lead pastor of Leesburg Grace Church in Leesburg, Indiana. Tim will continue in this role while serving the Charis Fellowship as Executive D...

On Episode 18 of the More of Us podcast, Nick Cleveland (Senior Pastor of  Grace Church Wooster ) talks about the importance of technology and teamwork at church, what his sermon prep looks like, and how the hope of Jesus keeps him anchored during unsettling times. Nick Cleveland grew up in Fremont, Ohio and was involved in the Charis Fellowship early on in his ministry. Nick attended Liberty Univ...

On Episode 17 of the More of Us podcast, Adam Copenhaver (Lead Pastor of Grace Church of Mabton ) talks about his experience assimilating into a region with a unique demographic, the importance of living life with theological vision, and what a thriving pastor is. Dr. Adam Copenhaver has experience both as a Bible scholar and as a local church pastor. He studied first at Grace College and Theologi...

On Episode 16 of the More of Us podcast, Reg Overstreet (Lead Pastor of Community Grace Brethren Church ) talks about the ways he garnered credibility as a lead pastor during Covid, his experiences with church growth and hiring church staff, and shares his tactics on staying above reproach as a prominent figure in the community. Reg Overstreet and his wife Sarah have their childhood roots in Warsa...

On Episode 15 of the More of Us podcast, Phil Bryant (Executive Director of Grace Fellowship Canada ) talks about the changes happening in church planting and growth today and what he hopes for Canada as it struggles with rising secularism. Phil Bryant grew up in Maine with 9 siblings, including his twin brother, Nathan. Following a tour with the U.S. Army Reserves, Philip attended Word of Life Bi...

On Episode 14 of the More of Us podcast, Adam Johnson (Pastor of Journey Church  in Warrington, PA) talks about the roles he's had in ministry over the years, the growing pains he's experienced as a pastor, and some underappreciated aspects of pastoral ministry. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give their perspectives on life, pastoral ministry, and wa...

On Episode 13 of the More of Us podcast, Ryan Rodeman (Pastor of Grace Church Akron East ) talks about his upbringing in the Christian faith, how he was called to ministry, and God's incredible power of revival. After growing up with no religious background, Ryan has experienced radical life change since hearing the story of Jesus from a friend in college. His friend invited him to the Bath Campus...

On Episode 12 of the More of Us podcast, Keith Minier (Lead Pastor of Grace Fellowship Church in Pickerington, Ohio) talks about his personal and professional growth as Pastor of Grace Fellowship and the importance of adaptation in an ever-changing world. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give their perspectives on life, pastoral ministry, and walking w...

On Episode 11 of the More of Us podcast, Andrew Saunders (Networking Coordinator of the Charis Fellowship) gets candid about his experience as a Pastor's kid, the mentors he's been graced with along his ministry journey, and the difficult lessons he's learned over time that have helped him grow spiritually. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give their p...

On Episode 10 of the More of Us podcast, Michael Lockstampfor (Pastor of Neighborhood Church Ocala) shares his journey from worship leader to pastor and how he built up Neighborhood Church in his community. Neighborhood Church Ocala is located in Ocala, Florida. Neighborhood Church is one church with three congregations in three cities across Florida: Sebring, Ocala, and Lakeland. Their relationsh...

On Episode 9 of the More of Us podcast, Ben Russell and Matt Wheelock of Neighborhood Church in Sebring, Florida, talk about key spiritual leaders that have shaped them over the years, how to deal with succession in the church, and how to keep healthy relationships in ministry. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give their perspectives on life, pastoral...

On Episode 8 of the More of Us podcast, Tim Clothier sits down with More of Us host Tim Sprankle to talk about his experience as a pastor's kid, his come up in the Charis Fellowship, and what he's learned 9 years in as the senior pastor of Waynesboro Grace in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give their perspectives on life, pa...

On Episode 7 of the More of Us podcast, Phil Sparling and Dan Allan sit down with More of Us hosts Tim Sprankle and Trent Lambert at Access Conference 2023 to discuss what their journeys were like on the way to becoming Executive Director of the Charis Fellowship and express what they each love most about pastoring. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they giv...

On Episode 6 of the  More of Us podcast, Pastor Zac Hess of Grace Polaris Church in Westerville, Ohio talks with More of Us hosts Tim Sprankle and Trent Lambert about his personal journey with God, vision of Grace Polaris Church for the next 40 years, and provides encouragement for believers to stay on mission. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis Fellowship as they give the...

On Episode 5 of the  More of Us podcast, Pastor Mark Lingenfelter of Grace Fellowship Church in Leamersville, Pennsylvania talks with More of Us hosts Tim Sprankle and Trent Lambert about some of the things he's learned over the 20 years he's been a pastor and discusses upcoming initiatives and goals for Inspire Charis Pastors Network. To learn more about Inspire Charis Pastors Network and how to...

On Episode 4 of the More of Us podcast, Pastor Dustin Godshall of Thrive Church in York, Pennsylvania talks with More of Us hosts Tim Sprankle and Trent Lambert about key moments in his ministry journey that's shaped his thinking and practices in his current role as Lead Pastor, how he's fostered healthy relationships in life, and how he finds joy in his relationship with Christ. The More of Us po...

In this episode of the More of Us podcast, Tim Sprankle and Trent Lambert have a face-to-face conversation with Nick Deck, Youth Pastor at Winona Lake Grace Brethren Church, to ask him what his perspective is of the youth ministry landscape today and what effective methods we can use to try to better connect and engage with young people. The More of Us podcast highlights pastors within the Charis...

We realize in life that things don't go according to plan (not our own plan anyway). When disaster strikes or when life just gets monotonous and foggy, it's easy to resent our circumstances and forget the bigger picture. God's working in every season of our lives, and we can miss the significance and intentionality of each season if our relationship with God is not there. In this episode of the Mo...

In the first episode of the More of Us podcast, Trent Lambert and Tim Sprankle call up Dave Holmes, Lead Pastor of Centerville Grace in Centerville, Ohio, to discuss the journey that led him to pastorship within the Charis Fellowship. Dave also gives tips on how to have a balanced lifestyle while working in ministry, describes some things that he wished he learned in seminary but had to learn the...