The Gathering Church Podcast

What's up with rest and sabbath?  Is this just about Netflix and chill, or is there something more?  Why did God place keeping the Sabbath holy next akin to not murdering people in the Ten Commandments?  In this episode of The gathering Podcast we explore the discipline of Sabbath and will help you discover why rest is such a big deal to God.

When Covid first hit in 2020 community was virtually torn out from underneath people. Peter Varberg interviews four unique members of his own Home Gathering Community that reflect on this time and use it was a way to  explore the concept of community: its value, it's fruit, and the discipline it takes to foster it.

Hear from two conversations on the spiritual discipline of Journaling. Peter & George discuss the basics journaling, and how it can be used as a practice on its own or to reinforce other spiritual disciplines. Second, you will hear a conversation between Alanna and Brittany Pendleton (Formerly Atterbery) on how to combine journaling with creative arts to accelerate the process of hearing from...

This week we launch Season 2 of The Gathering Podcast. Peter Varberg interviews Michelle Madden, a chaplain from the Rock Church who specializes in Suicide Prevention and Suicide Loss.  This is a powerful and extremely helpful episode for anyone in God's family who may encounter someone contemplating suicide, or walking with someone close to another who is. This is in preparation for the Serv...

This month we have explored both the highs and lows of fatherhood from members of our congregation, and today we hear from Tim Whitcomb about the tragic story of his own Father, and how his father's sin led to a life defined by loss, abandonment, and grief. Yet, this is a story about God, and so Tim's story becomes one defined by hope, redemption, forgiveness, and love. This will be the...

Hear an amazingly vulnerable and real testimony about the challenges of fatherhood from one of our very own stay-at-home-dads, Miguel Morton. Miguel shares a little about how he became a father and then dives in deep about the real struggles of fatherhood. Struggles many fathers have experienced, but often don't talk about, let alone share. Miguel's bravery, courage, and humility shine t...

Hear the amazing testimony of Sebastian Matthews as he shares about his relationship with his father, his relationship with his children, and the redemptive relationship with his ultimate Father in Heaven and how God has knitted it all-together into a beautiful story of hope and love.

Ali found more than just a husband in Sam, she found a father for her son, Uriah. Sam took on more than just being a new husband to Ali, but a father all in one. Experience the story as told by Sam and Ali as they explore the journey of an unconventional courtship, marriage, and adoption through their story of falling in-love. 

Listen to an interview between Host Peter Varberg and Director of a groundbreaking new documentary "The Matter of Life." Go behind the scenes on the story behind the story, as well as get a sneak peak to some of the topics and stories the film explores. The Matter of Life is an Open and thoughtful discussion about abortion. The film takes you on a journey to unravel the complexities of t...

This month, we're focusing on topics that relate to motherhood, both those lived and those lost. In this episode, Lisa Thompson shares a powerful story about an abortion she had when she was young, and the battle with shame and guilt she's endured most of her life.  It is also a testament to God's healing power, Christ's victory in our lives over sin, and the redemptive power o...

This month, we are focusing on topics that relate to motherhood, both those lived and those lost. Today, you’ll hear a conversation with Dina Wessell, Marty Reneau, Marta Ortiz, and Alanna Sullivan about their experiences with miscarriage. They talk about the deep pain, how they leaned on God through the heartbreak, and now how their testimony may help others find healing. 

Today's episode features a panel of three stay-at-home mothers interviewed by Alanna Sullivan. They cover both personal and parental challenges of staying home full-time, as well as some of the joys and opportunities to experience God through full-time motherhood! Features: Jane Racuya, Abrey Kamp, and Sarah Doria Music By Jared Nepute

This is the first of four Podcasts throughout the month of May focusing on different aspects of motherhood. This first installment comes just after May's Serve Sunday, which was focused on serving single moms in our community. The Gathering congregation put together gift baskets with encouragement, gift cards, and treats for single moms, and received inspiration about how Jesus redefines the...

This week host Peter Varberg and Aeron Sullivan discuss the resurrection, and more specifically, how we respond to the news of the resurrection? This is the final episode of this month where The Gathering Podcast has been focusing on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Music by Jared Nepute & Poor Bishop Hooper

Welcome to Episode Two of a discussion on Jesus and the Cross. This first episode dives into the Biblical Story from the perspective of the cross. What is Jesus going to accomplish by going to the cross? In this episode, Host Peter Varberg and Aeron Sullivan help explore exactly how Jesus does accomplish all the Biblical expectations, but in a way no one expected. Music by Poor Bishop Hooper.

Welcome to Episode One of a two part discussion on Jesus and the Cross. This first episode dives into the Biblical Story from the perspective of the cross. What is Jesus doing? What is he accomplishing through the cross? We hope this discussion between Host Peter Varberg and Aeron Sullivan help shed new light on how everything happening from Pages 1 and 2 of the Bible culminate in Jesus, and ultim...

This week listen to Pastor George and Peter discuss the Rebellious Entry, or what is oftentimes referred to as the Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. Jesus enters Jerusalem as king, but not in the way almost anyone was expecting.  Music by Poor Bishop Hooper

Mike Ortiz grew up in the church, but the typical culture swept him away until God. God stepped in to save him from some health problems and then took Mike Ortiz on a series of steps from simply attending a Bible Study, to a Discipleship School, all the way to the far end of Haiti where he served as a missionary for 2-3 years. Mike and his Wife Marta now serve as Shepherds at the Gathering. This i...

Fredrick Clerie left Haiti when he was young in pursuit of education, and after turmoil and political upheaval made the hard choice to not return... until the Lord called him to return to his childhood home of Haiti to help serve those most vulnerable. Listen to a powerful testimony of how God is working through Fredrick and the Non-Profit Ministry he leads, Hopestart International , to bring help...

This week, The Gathering is partnering with the San Diego Rescue Mission to help serve those who currently do not have a home. The conversation today is on this very topic and will help provide perspective and prepare our hearts to serve San Diego's homeless, or as our guest likes to say, our neighbors. Estreanda Yates led a homeless ministry within the Rock Church for over 10 years, but her...

Today's episode focuses on Tim & Pam Whitcomb, who have been married for nearly 30 years. They both met a little later then some, which also coincided with them meeting the Lord. It is a unique story and closes out this month focus on marriages and relationships. They tell us about how they met, and also the challenges and beauty that came with them coming into their relationship with the...

Today's episode focuses on Bill and Leah Impey, who have been married for 34 years. It covers a little about them, and how their lives both set a course of Bible College where they met and quickly fell in-love.  They reflect on some of their early victories and struggles, as well as share some timeless wisdom that any couple at any stage of their relationship can incorporate into their life t...

Today's episode is the epic origin story of our very own Kelsey and Jared Nepute. They talk about they found each other, how Kelsey found God, and then how God used a girl to get to Jared.  They discuss their experience growing in their relationship with God, which, no surprise, grew the relationship between one another. They talk about conflict, grace, and provide some great practical advice...

Todays episode is a love story about a young couple who developed a romance over YouTube and Instagram. Samuel Impey, son of Pastor Bill Impey, and YouTube music artist, Marylou Villegas, developed a relationship online before ever meeting in real life.  The couple's story kicks off an entire month focused on relationships. The two have been dating for over 3 years, including a long-distance...

Overview:  Today’s podcast features one of your hosts, Peter Varberg, as the guest on the show. Peter shares a powerful story about how God has worked in his life as he has struggled with depression over the last 8 years. This will be the last installment during our monthlong focus. Peter is interviewed by Aeron Sullivan.  First Struggles (0:00-13:00) Peter shares about a traumatic event in his ea...