Shepnaz Podcast

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Natalie, our Connections Pastor, to share a powerful and personal testimony of transformation. Natalie opens up about her journey growing up without a church background, searching for meaning in New Age practices, and walking through deep brokenness. But everything changed when she encountered Jesus. Her story is one of redemption, he...

What does it really look like to hear God’s voice—and follow it? Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Nick Shaner to unpack his powerful testimony. From growing up in a small town with a surface-level faith, to experiencing loss, depression, and confusion after high school—Nick shares how God met him in his lowest moment and radically changed his direction. You’ll hear a...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack leads a special Worship Wednesday focused on coming back to the true heart of worship. Starting with the powerful story behind “The Heart of Worship” by Matt Redman, this episode reminds us that worship isn’t about production, music quality, or performance—it’s about the posture of our hearts before Jesus. Then, Pastor Zack shares a deeply personal moment...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Nick returns as guest host while Pastor Rob continues breaking down Sunday’s message on the life of Noah. In Part 2, we explore what it really means to live by faith—not just for a moment, but for a lifetime. Noah didn’t just respond to God once… he trusted Him for over 100 years. Through ridicule, uncertainty, and long seasons of waiting, Noah’s faith remaine...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Nick steps in as guest host while Pastor Zack is away, and we dive deeper into Pastor Rob’s Sunday message from the series “Lessons from the Legends.” This episode focuses on Noah and the powerful role of faith —a faith that trusts God even when there is no proof, no precedent, and no clear path forward. Together, we explore how Noah’s obedience shows us what i...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Bryanna to unpack her powerful testimony—from growing up at Shepherd Church to wrestling with God’s call to missions, and ultimately discovering her place in ministry. Bryanna shares honestly about: Hearing God’s call at a young age The struggle of surrendering her own dreams How a life-changing Easter moment shifted everything Her m...

What happens when you grow up in the church—and God calls you back into it in a powerful way? Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Brett, our Children’s Pastor, to hear his incredible testimony. From childhood memories at Shepherd Church, to drifting during difficult seasons, to rediscovering faith through community—and ultimately stepping into God’s calling—this story i...

What is worship really about? Is it just music on Sunday… or something much deeper? In today’s Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Joshua Nadiope to share a powerful story of how worship begins long before the stage. From growing up in Uganda with a foundation of prayer to unexpectedly stepping into worship leadership, Joshua reminds us that true worship is a lifestyle—one rooted in a dee...

What if your faith could change not just your life—but generations after you? Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack is joined by Pastor Natalie as they unpack the powerful story of Rahab from the book of Joshua. Though she came from a broken past, Rahab’s bold faith led to her family being saved—and even placed her in the lineage of Jesus! In this episode, we explore: How your faith impacts yo...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Natalie to unpack one of the most powerful and often overlooked stories in Scripture—Rahab. In the middle of fear, uncertainty, and a collapsing city, Rahab made a bold choice: she trusted God. While an entire culture knew about God, she was the one who acted in faith—and it changed everything. In this episode, we explore: The story o...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Kevin Angel for an incredibly honest and moving conversation about faith, calling, and God’s grace through every season of life. From growing up as a pastor’s kid to wrestling with doubt, tragedy, and identity… Pastor Kevin shares how God pursued him, called him, and sustained him—even through seasons of pain, loss, and uncertainty. T...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack sits down with Shepherd Church Youth Pastor Bryanna Nadiope to talk about an unforgettable week at Camp Woo in Hocking Hills. From powerful worship moments to life-changing decisions, this episode highlights how God moved in incredible ways—students accepting Jesus, recommitting their lives, and even sensing a call to ministry. 🙌You’ll also hear what camp...

What really happens behind the scenes on a Sunday morning at church? 👀Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack is joined by Pastor Nick Shaner for a special Worship Wednesday conversation. Together, they unpack the unique challenges of switching roles—from preaching to leading worship—and how it impacts focus, relationships, and spiritual preparation. You’ll hear: The mental shift between preac...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack continues a powerful conversation with Pastor Rob, unpacking the intense and faith-stretching story of Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22).What does it really mean to trust God when it doesn’t make sense? What happens when God tests your faith? And how can obedience unlock God’s provision in your life? In this episode, we dive into: Why obedience is the true p...

Welcome back to the Shepnaz Podcast ! Today, Pastor Zack unpacks Pastor Rob’s powerful message from our summer series “Lessons from the Legends” , focusing on one of the most challenging and faith-stretching stories in Scripture— Abraham and Isaac (Genesis 22) . What does it mean when God tests our faith? How do we trust God when His instructions don’t make sense? In this episode, we explore: The...

What happens when a church comes together for one week to invest in the next generation? 🌱In today’s episode of the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Brett Dillinger to recap an incredible week of VBS at Shepherd Church. With 109 kids impacted and 44 volunteers serving , this week wasn’t just about numbers—it was about life change, relationships, and helping kids take their next...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Rob Paugh to talk about an incredible story of faith, vision, and God’s provision happening right now at the Hocking Hills Retreat Center . Visit hockinghillretreatcenter.org to learn more. What started as a dream—and a field—has become a thriving ministry space where kids are already encountering Jesus. With cabins built, a lake fil...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Zach Carpenter from Freedom Naz in Sunbury, Ohio for a powerful Worship Wednesday conversation. This episode dives deep into: The power of your personal testimony Hearing and following God’s calling Transitioning from worship pastor to lead pastor Why “Jesus changes everything” isn’t just a phrase—it’s a lifestyle Leading from overfl...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack is joined by Kevin as they dive into Part 2 of Jonah’s story —and uncover a powerful truth many people miss. We often think Jonah is just about obedience… but what if it’s really about God’s overwhelming grace ?From the storm… to the fish… to Nineveh’s repentance… and Jonah’s anger—this episode challenges us to rethink how we view God’s mercy , especially...

What happens when God calls you… and you run the other direction? In today’s episode of the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack (joined by Kevin) dives deeper into his Sunday message from our Lessons from the Legends series, focusing on the powerful and sometimes misunderstood story of Jonah . We explore: Why Jonah ran from God The role of fear and hatred in disobedience How God still works—even through...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zack continues Pastor Nick’s message from our Lessons from the Legends series, focusing on Elijah in 1 Kings 18. After the dramatic victory on Mount Carmel, Elijah asks a powerful question that still speaks to us today: “How long will you waver between two opinions?” This episode challenges us to examine our hearts and ask: 👉 Are we fully following Jesus—or tr...

Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast! 🎙️ Hosted by Pastor Zack, today’s episode features a powerful message from Pastor Nick Shaner (Johnstown Campus) as we kick off our brand-new series: Lessons from the Legends . In this episode, we step into the story of the prophet Elijah and King Ahab in 1 Kings 18 —a moment leading up to one of the most dramatic showdowns in Scripture. But before the fire falls, E...

On this Worship Wednesday episode of the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with longtime worship pastor Brian Redman from Newark Church of the Nazarene. Brian shares his powerful journey from focusing on music excellence and production to realizing that true worship ministry is about people first . From church transitions and leading through change, to balancing excellence with grace, this c...

Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack is joined by Pastor Kevin to continue unpacking Sunday’s message on Gideon —a story that reminds us God doesn’t call the most qualified… He calls the willing. Gideon was hiding when God called him a “mighty warrior.” Sound familiar? So often we feel unqualified, overlooked, or unsure—but this episode dives into the truth that God specializes in using ordi...

What if the very place you feel weakest is where God wants to call you? Today on the Shepnaz Podcast , Pastor Zack sits down with Pastor Kevin to kick off our new series, “Lessons from the Legends.” We’re diving into the story of Gideon —a man who went from hiding in fear to being called a “mighty warrior” by God. In this powerful and relatable conversation, you’ll discover: How God calls ordinary...