Northside NOW

This week, join the guys in the podcast room as they dive into the heart of worship with Millie Hayes, worship leader for the Hope Hall service at Northside Church. Together they explore the tapestry of her musical journey, from the first Sunday at Northside to a sneak peek into where she feels her passion for music and all things Worship Arts is leading Northside in the future. (And there may or...

This episode of the podcast turns to our new'-ish' interim pastor, Brian Lee. Brian has been serving in that capacity for awhile now, but it's the first time he has joined the podcast. Brian stopped by to talk about his journey to becoming a pastor, and along the way, the guys dive deep and ask some questions that speak to the status of churches and Northside today. Take a listen! ☛ Di...

After a brief summer hiatus, the guys are back with a special Back To School episode with an interview with Coach Will Rikard. Coach Rikard talks faith, football and the challenges of AI in high school English. Will also shares 2 key tips for getting the kids prepped for the school year. ☛ Did you know that you can be part of the podcast conversation too? Send in a comment, show idea or a question...

What started as a sidebar comment became a full-fledged, Northside NOW episode! Summer is a time for pool parties, VBS, family gatherings...and road trips! Back in the 'old days,' you might have listened to the radio. Now, we build a playlist. Patrick, Glenn and Kevin build their ultimate playlist to listen on your next roadtrip. Did they include your favorites? Join them on their journey!...

Flags, fireworks and festivities are in this episode. This one's short so you can continue to celebrate Independence Day. Happy July 4th from Northside NOW to you! ☛ Did you know that you can be part of the podcast conversation too? Send in a comment, show idea or a question: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://anchor.fm/northsidenow/message ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us online: ►Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

How does a breath of fresh air change us? We know it when we experience it. Edie Allen is one of the young people at Northside that we want you to get to know. With personality for miles and well spoken thoughts on everything from "pods" energy drinks to camping. And what is Shakshuka? Edie has some thoughts. You will enjoy the fresh energy that Edie brings to the conversation in this ep...

Just back from Ethopia, Turkey and even Ukraine, Bill Ragon stopped by the podcast room to provide an update of some of the medical mission work that Samaritan's Purse is doing in countries impacted by war and natural disasters. What's it like to be faithful and follow God's call into danger? If you've never heard Bill share stories and his passion for this kind of mission work, yo...

This episode of Northside NOW features a conversation with Olivia Abernathy, a Madison County commissioner and Senior Director of the Office of Child Services for United Way in West Tennessee. Olivia shares her passion for the Gospel and helping people as well as some details about homelessness and those in need in our community. She is a great example of how younger generations are rising in prom...

Perhaps you've heard of the connection between Northside Church and Gamasara, Tanzania? In this special episode, the guys welcome Anna Migera, a pastor at our sister church in Gamasara, Tanzania, into the podcast room to talk about what's happening in that village and the church. Anna brings laughter that is infectious as she shares how she sees God working in her life and community. Learn...

It's time again for another Northside Church Youth Musical! For over 20 years, this combination of talent, creativity and hard work has ministered to audiences, both young and old. Emma Gaskill and Lauren Day stop by the podcast room to talk a little about their involvement in writing this year's iteration entitled "Firm Foundation". Don't miss this conversation! ☛ Did you kn...

The time has come to meet Miranda Goldsby - the new leader of the children's program at Northside Church. Miranda will start in this position, officially, at the beginning of June, but she already has been working on fun ideas and plans for the kids! ☛ Did you know that you can be part of the podcast conversation too? Send in a comment, show idea or a question: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/north...

This episode is about the real life, experiences and heart of Miss TN 2022, Lauren Dickson. Lauren stopped by the podcast room to share about the whirlwind experience of this year as a state pageant winner AND about her faith in God and her heart to connect with and truly help others. Patrick and Glenn get a special peek behind the curtain of Lauren's celebrity, while not losing focus on what&...

Inspired by the recent Mayor's Prayer Breakfast, Glenn, Patrick and Kevin talk about unity. Of course, it wouldn't be an episode of Northside Now with fun ramblings about Spring, the possibility of adding crosswords to the Northside app, and the entertainment industry's writers strike. Join us for this shorter episode and stay up-to-date about what's happening at Northside...NOW! ☛...

A Millennial and 2 Gen X'ers get in a room, record a podcast...and this week's episode is what you get! The latest SpaceX launch, reminiscing about Christian music of days gone by and new trends...PLUS a NEW Bible Study for sci-fi and fantasy fans!? It's just another fun day pondering current events and how they relate to our lives as Christians in the here and now of West Tennessee. I...

Why would a lifelong journalist start another print news source in Jackson, TN? Aren't newspapers becoming like the dinosaurs...extinct? Local news impacts us...we LIVE the local news. This episode continues our Community Connection series by introducing listeners to Brandon Shields and the new Jackson Post! Hear the fascinating rise of this new weekly publication and how local news and inform...

You may know someone who says they've been called to ministry. What does it mean to be called and who is called and why? The answers are relevant for ALL of us! Join Patrick, Glenn and Kevin in a discussion about calling, answering AND following...wherever the Spirit may lead...on the Northside NOW podcast, where you never know what they'll talk about next! ☛ Did you know that you can be p...

Easter is past...but what REALLY happened to the cross Jesus died on? And, do you know where your glitter comes from? What is glitter anyway? And, how do you make sure your church potluck experience is successful? Join Patrick, Glenn and Kevin as they wander through these topics and more during this week's Episode of Wonder! Don't miss a single episode...you never know what they'll tal...

It's Holy Week again!  In this episode Patrick, Kevin and Glenn take their own journey through each day with Jesus and The Disciples.  As they reference the Biblical accounts of Jesus' death, resurrection and all that surrounded it, they consider what it might have been like to live through those events.  Laugh along with the guys and maybe even learn something new about one of the most ce...

The guys sit down with Jill Donnell, who many may know as half of the Christian singing duo of William and Jill Donnell. From a very young age, Jill has loved music. In this episode, she shares stories of how she has been able to minister to others through that music. Jill also shares a special message that God has given her this year and how that can apply to all of us as we take an active role i...

Can't figure out what's gotten into kids these days...or ever wonder why 'old people' don't get you!? You aren't alone in the struggle to bridge the generation gap. Whether it's your family members or work colleagues, the people around you can be difficult to understand because they may belong to one of 5 to 7 different generations, each with their own unique influences...

You join us each week for all of the latest news and happenings at Northside Church.  This episode features reporters, stories and...of course there was the time there was that....poop fire!  Now THAT's news!  Keli McAlister, is a journalist, public information officer for the TBI, wife and mom and she joins the guys in the podcast room to discuss her career, journalism ethics and t...

There is a lot going on at Northside Church these days and the Board of Elders and Board of Servant Directors have been busy! Ben Ferguson and Josh Allen, two of the leaders on these boards, give us the scoop on the open staff positions and church services. They also share some good examples of how some Northsiders have taken action during the recent 28 Days of Prayer. While there is always work t...

The guys welcome the distinguished Ben Harris into the confines of the podcast room in this episode.  Ben talks tech about technology, The Co and what AI and Blue Oval City can mean for our life in West TN and beyond.  Hoverboards, AI-generated YouTube content and worship music, R2D2 and westerns with woolly mammoths also may have been discussed.  It's a wild ride...so hop on the fu...

The Scarlet Rope Project is a special ministry in Jackson, TN focused on the victims of sex trafficking.  Not only do they provide a safe place of healing and restoration to female survivors of sex trafficking, but they seek to be a resource for victims seeking help, and raise awareness about commercial sexual exploitation.  Patrick and Glenn welcome Julanne Stone, Executive Director of...

In this special episode, the guys sit down with Vanessa Paz, Executive Director of El Ayudante in Nicaragua.  El Ayudante means "The Helper" in Spanish and is the name of a vital ministry focused on helping struggling children in the town of Leon, Nicaragua.  Vanessa shares some of her story, how she came to serve at El Ayudante and what WE in the United States can do to partner with the...