PD and PDubs Unscripted

On this episode we discuss the interaction between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark during the NCAAW Championship game. This conversation continues to look at attitudes and interactions of athletes in other sports.

On this episode we take a deeper dive looking at the events of Passion Week. We talk a little bit about Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. And there is a little baseball talk at the beginning of the episode.

This episode has a lot of topics about the spring time are discussed. They discuss the start of the baseball season with predictions for the Chicago Cubs and Chicago White Sox. Also, they talk about spring cleaning and what that means for our faith.

On this episode we dive a little deeper into the story of the blind man being healed in John 9. There is a lot to dive into this, with the blind man sharing his story, the blind man being seen as an outcast, and the reaction of the Pharisees.

The guys discuss the new movie, Jesus Revolution. The movie shares the story of Pastor Chuck Smith, Greg Laurie, and Lonnie Frisbee and how they started a revolution for Jesus in Southern California. They talk about the movie and the events that lead to the revolution and how it's connected to the world today. 

PDubs and PD discuss an article about practical ways to apply your faith everyday. These are three simples ways to see faith in action each day. 

We're joined by Natalie Rodriguez, the Executive Director of Hopeful Beginnings. Hopeful Beginnings vision has been that all children deserve a loving home. Hopeful Beginnings acknowledges that caring for those who care for children is the best way to ensure that little ones have all they need to grow and thrive in the world. In order to achieve this, the agency provides a plethora of services inc...

On this episode we're joined by Cheryl White.  Cheryl and PDubs have known each other for years and both attending Immanuel as students when they were growing up. They share stories about their memories of Immanuel as kids. It was a great time strolling down memory lane.  Enjoy hearing some stories of Immanuel's past.

On this episodes the guys discuss the results of the polls taken at the 2022 LCMS National Youth Gathering (NYG) in Houston, Texas.  The polls range from various topics such as spiritual life, hot button issues, church, and family.  Take a peak into the life of the teenagers in 2022 based on the polls at the NYG.

PDubs and PD discuss an article from Relevant magazine about 5 Wrong Ways that people read the Bible. They discuss each of the things and their thoughts on each of the ways that we trip up when reading the Bible.

PDubs and PD are joined by long time listener of the podcast, William Lloyd. PDubs and PD had a lot of laughs with William as the conversation goes from Trail Life to the movie, A Christmas Story, to the life of a 2nd grader, Looney Tunes, and so much more!  You will leave this episode with a smile.

PDubs and PD are joined by Meschac St. Amour, a missionary to his hometown in Haiti. In 2005 Meschac started, Habitat for Children Ministries. PDubs and PD talk to Meschac about his ministry and what it's like for the people in Haiti. 

PDubs and PD dive a little deeper into John 1:29-42.  They discuss the meaning behind the phrase John uses, "Lamb of God" and how it connects to the Old Testament.  Also, they discuss a little bit about the question Jesus asks, "What are you seeking?"

PDubs and PD share their thoughts about a lot of different topics surrounding the injury to the Buffalo Bills' player, Damar Hamlin.  Hamlin suffered a very serious injury on Monday, January 2, 2023 in a game against the Cincinnati Bengals. 

PD and PDubs are back with an episode sharing about the Christmas story by looking at the Gospel of Matthew. They also share an update of what to expect for the future of PD and PDubs Unscripted.

PD is joined for a shorter episode, where some of our middle school students share a little bit about Walk-A-Thon.

PDubs and PD return after a little summer hiatus. They take time to recap all of the summer activities that took place in the Immanuel community. 

PDubs and PD discuss the parable of the Good Samaritan. They have some fun with the Greek word for compassion. This episode is sponsored by some special guests!

PD and PDubs are joined by Sofie and Maggie to share about Immanuel's involvement in the Hometown Fest parade in Palatine!  The parade is on July 2.  Hear about what Immanuel's doing in the parade and how you can help.

PDubs and PD dive deeper into John 8:48-59.  Their discussions centers around this text.  They share their thoughts about Jesus saying "I AM" and other thoughts on the Trinity.

PD and PDubs share some thoughts about the recent tragedies our nation has witnessed.  They also discuss what as Christians we can do in times of tragedies. 

PD is joined by a few of the 8th graders as they shared about their mission trip to West Virginia in May 2022.  Here some first hand accounts from the students about their time in West Virginia and what they did.  Also, they shared their thoughts on seeing the Ark Encounter.

PDubs and PD are joined by PD's good friend Pastor Scott Yount.  Scott was serving as a missionary in Ukraine until the invasion in February. Scott and his wife Lena sought refuge in Slovakia. Scott shares about his ministry in Ukraine and what it was like to flee Ukraine in seek of refuge. There are a lot of amazing and touching stories in this episode. 

PDubs and PD dive deeper into John 16:22-33.  They share about some real life examples of finding blessings in some difficult times in life. 

PDubs and PD discuss a video by Ray Comfort talking about the way people's views on Stephen Curry and Tim Tebow and how they share their faith.  This discussions dives into the talking about your faith with others.