Newsology

Don, Travis and Josh share some pastoral thoughts for us to consider ahead of the election, as well as in the coming weeks. We close this episode praying for our country and its leaders.

Josh, Andrew and Stacy discuss the history and tradition of Halloween and how Christians approach the holiday in different ways.

Josh, Don and Andrew discuss Jeremiah 29:7 where God commands his people to seek the welfare of the city they are living in. How does that apply to us today as Americans? How can we think about seeking the welfare of the cities we live in?

Josh, Don and Stacy discuss the upcoming election, some of the main issues, and things the people of God may consider ahead of Election Day. 

In part 3 of our healthy life series, Josh and Layla talk about the importance that sleep and recovery play into living a healthy lifestyle.

Josh and personal trainer Layla Gause continue A Healthy Life series and discuss the role that fitness plays into a healthy lifestyle. What are ways we can add movement to our busy lives? Do we really need to go to a gym to workout ? What are the long term and longevity benefits of regular exercise? Josh and Layla dive into these questions and more!

In this fun podcast, Don, Jeff, Josh and special guest Tina Kaufman talk about the game that has taken the nation by storm: pickleball. In addition to why it is so much fun, and its health benefits, they also talk about how we can use this community game to open up conversations about Christ.

Josh, Travis and Don discuss the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area proposed in downtown New Philadelphia.

Josh and nutritionist Layla Gause discuss a core pillar of living a healthy life: nutrition. How is nutrition different than diets? What are macro nutrients and why are they important? How should we be thinking through nutrition as Christ followers? Josh and Layla discuss all these and more on this extended episode of Newsology. 

Josh, Eric and Stacy continue their discussion on extracurricular activities specifically how we need to guard our kid's identity and how we find balance as a family during busy sports seasons.

Josh, Eric and Stacy discuss the pull of extra curricular sports and the conversations and decisions that parents have to make around it. 

Josh, Andrew and Don discuss how having biblical community is vital to our pursuit of following Jesus.

Josh, Don and Andrew discuss the topic of deconstruction and reasons people choose to leave the Christian faith.  

Josh, Don and Stacy discuss President Joe Biden dropping out of the presidential race.

Don hosts Jeff and Stacy as they discuss and react to the opening ceremony mocking the "Last Supper" painting. What should we think and how should we react when things like this happen?

Josh, Stacy and special guest Lisa Cerda explore homeschooling and how parents can process through the different educational options for their kids.

Don Travis and Josh react to the assassination attempt on former President Trump, and talk about how we can respond as Christ followers. 

Josh, Don and Andrew discuss how our nation and even the Church has felt divided over the past several years, and how the people of God can strive for unity in Christ amidst earthly divisions.

Josh, Jeff and Stacy discuss and react to the Biden/Trump Debate last week.

Josh, Don and special guest Nutritionist Layla Gause are back at the Newsology table and this time talk about health from a nutritional perspective. Are diets good or bad? What is actually in the food that we eat and how can we make healthy habits apart of our everyday life?

Josh, Stacy and special guest Todd MacMath explore public school and how parents can process through the different educational options for their kids.

Josh, Don and special guest Whitney Nims discuss the Harrison Butker Graduation speech at Benedictine College.

Don, Josh and Kenny discuss the rise of homelessness and some of the causes.

Don, Josh and Kenny continue their discussion about homelessness, this time with some practical things that we can do as the body of Christ. Kenny spoke about a trip that TBC has coming up in June to Columbus Relief. If you are interested you can sign up through the link in the description, or in the The Branch Church Oh app

Josh and Don talk with Captain Travis Stocker of the Tuscarawas County Sheriffs department, and discuss the needs within our county as well as the challenges officers face on a daily basis.