PCOM Podcast

"So what do you do when you're not up there singing on Sundays?" Jeff gives some insight into the life of a worship director.

Pastor Courtney takes us back to 2014 and the journey that brought her and Pastor Daryl to PCOM. From the wisdom of PCOM's Associate Pastor Nominating Committee to the patience of God to a hilarious moment with Pastor Jackson, this is a great story of adventure in the faithfulness of Jesus.

Dan talks about the word "ecumenical" in church history and for today

Peek behind the curtain at the life and ministry of a pastor! (Hint: we DON'T work just one hour a week.) Plus: will Jeff and Dan answer the challenge to let us in on the day-to-day of a worship director and a professional podcaster? Time will tell!

Rather than a deep dive, how about a meandering boat tour along the waters of these two beloved hymns: On Christ the Solid Rock I Stand and The Love of God.

Pastor Courtney ponders the question: how do we keep the pigeon from driving the bus?

Dan looks at two fancy words: "vocation" and "imputation", and why they matter

Pastor Courtney, with special guests Felicity, Wilson, and Lincoln Ellis, talk about PCOM's history of Vacation Bible School. Plus: how you can be praying for the kids, parents, volunteers, and staff during this awesome week.

What could it look like to hold a higher view of humanity? How might we see and name the Divine spark in everyone and everything?

From the best birding app to podcast and tv/film ideas for summer, join Pastor Courtney to hear what she's listening to and watching. Then let her know: what's captivating you these days?

Looking for a book to pick up over the summer? Pastor Courtney covers nonfiction, fiction, memoir, and two children's books, too!

Dan continues his look at different kinds of Christians throughout history and asks you "how do you define yourself as a Christian?"

Pastor Courtney's maternal grandfather died on April 13, 2022. On the one-year anniversary of his passing, the family toasted him across the country. Then, on April 19, her paternal grandfather died. Courtney reflects on her trip to Michigan for the funeral, on the weight of grief, the presence of Jesus, and how to walk alongside those going through seasons of sorrow. Plus: Felicity Ellis refu...

Today, you determine the meaning and metaphor. When trimming a tree, which branches should be pruned? How do we determine when and how to prune them? And what might it all mean on a broader scale? You decide! And let us know what you discover.

Why Pastor Courtney can't get enough of the avian world. Plus: Jesus's words about the birds and how paying attention to nature can influence our spiritual lives for good.

Dan continues his look at the Christian Life throughout history

Pastor Courtney explores the 50 day celebration of Easter with a little help from N.T. Wright and Martin Luther King, Jr.

Holy Week is upon us - it is a gift to walk this path with you, as we seek to follow the One who knows the way.

Pastor Courtney shares some stories of "gotcha" evangelism from her youth, and suggests possible gentler paths of inviting people into a life with Jesus.

On this episode Dan walks through how the early church thought about what it meant to live the "Christian life"

Do we trust and harness the wind, as unpredictable as it may be, or do we drop our sails, kick on the engine and just motor along?  Let’s go sailing.

Pastor Courtney shares stories of the long walk of Lent, encouragement for the journey, and reminders that it isn't about perfection but grace.

What do the Transfiguration, Jesus welcoming children, and a spunky four-year-old have in common? So glad you asked! Join Pastor Courtney (and Felicity) on an exploration of the mystery of God and what we can learn from becoming like children again.

Dan does a little history and talks about his experience with PCOM's youth this past weekend.

Pastor Courtney gives an invitation to a unique Lenten practice, and we celebrate Valentine's Day with a surprising patron saint.