The Hacka Podcast

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by two guests, Billy and Lisa Lemon. They are the Assistant Superintendent of the UPC of New Zealand and have served previously as Youth President, Missionaries to the Philippines, and Church Planters. In our conversation, we talk about their story, advice they have for young couples and those seeking a spouse, why they left everything to be Missiona...

This is the closing word from Timothy Lee in Episode 52. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hacka-podcast/support

This is the closing word from Loammi Diaz in Episode 17. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hacka-podcast/support

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by a great Leader within the Apostolic movement, Timothy Lee. He is the Pastor of Tabernacle of Joy in Singapore which is an amazing church that has a unique influence in Asia. Pastor Timothy Lee is the Founder of ACTS - an Apostolic Church Management System that is changing how churches view discipleship. In our conversation, we talk about his story...

This is the closing word from Margaret Bellette in Episode 36 and 37. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hacka-podcast/support

This is the closing word from David McGovern in Episode 35. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hacka-podcast/support

This will be a frequent bonus episode where we share the closing word from our guests on the podcast. This is the closing word from Dr. David S. Norris in Episode 39. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/hacka-podcast/support

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by Richard Grandquist. He is wonderful man of God that has been involved in active ministry for 52 years as an Evangelist, Pastor and Presbyter ministering all across America and the World, often with his wife Nancy Grandquist. In our conversation, we talk about how he found his way to the ministry, the importance of trusting in God, what he has lear...

Today we are celebrating 50 episodes of the podcast! I’m finding it hard to believe that we have made it this far but I am so grateful. And in this episode I have a special treat for you - if you’ve listen to the show from the beginning it will be a reminder of the amazing guests we have been blessed with and for those who are new, it may inspire to listen to some of the conversations you have mis...

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by Bishop John Downs. Bishop Downs is the former General Superintendent of the UPCA, he retired in January from the position after leading the Australian church for 21 years. Prior to being elected General Superintendent he served as the Home Missions Director and also as a Presbyter, totalling 41 years on the Executive Board in Australia. Along with...

In today's episode, we are joined by Daniel Morton-Jones. He is a Minister with the UPCA and serves on the National Youth Committee as the Promotional Director. He is also heavily involved in content production at his home church, Calvary Chapel in Canberra along with running his own ministry called ‘Mortz Media’. I invited him on to talk about online content for churches and ministries, which has...

In today's episode, we are joined by Sam Rainima. He is a Minister and Evangelist with the UPCA, along with that he serves on the Home Missions Committee. He is a wonderful preacher and is a man who is led by the Spirit. In our conversation, we talk about his amazing story, how you can make an impact in altar work and his unique approach, what to say to someone if they don't receive the Holy Spiri...

In today's episode, we explore portions of the famous book Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis. This is one of my favourite books and one that I recommend everyone read, especially if you are going to be dealing with Apologetics. In this episode, we discuss why Lewis came to believe in God, the war between good and evil, the necessity of free will in order for love to exist, his unique take on the In...

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by Greg Willmott for the second time. If you want to hear his story you can find that on Episode 15 . Along with his ministry credentials, Greg Willmott has a bachelor of medical science with a major in cardiac investigation and is a former professional rugby player. We talk about his background in health, the importance of health in ministry, why we...

In today's episode, we are joined by Pou Hikila. He is the Pastor of the Pentecostals of Cairns in North Queensland and works in the Emergency Department of a Mental Health Hospital. Along with that, he is the National Men’s Ministry Director of the UPCA and he was just recently elected as a National Presbyter by the ministry of the UPCA. He has a very unique insight on ministry that I’m sure we c...

This is an informal, monthly conversation with Mike Hackathorn, the other contributor of the Hacka Blog, where we will be discussing wide-ranging topics. Today we are talking about the importance of the Oneness of God, arguments for it, and why studying the doctrine for yourself is so important.

In today's episode, we are joined by Simeon Costa. He is an International Evangelist who has travelled ministering for the past 20 or so years. He is the developer of a Bible study called Life Studies and has a unique ministry as an Evangelist where he stays with churches for months at a time. He is passionate about discipleship and seeing the local church grow. In our conversation, we talk about...

In today's episode, we are joined by Marcela Ferrari. She is a licensed minister that is heavily involved in our local church, in a number of leadership/teaching roles, as well as a longtime member of the Overseas Missions committee in Australia. She has a passion for missions and teaching the Word of God. In our conversation, we talk about her story, responding to the call of God and her advice t...

In today's episode, we are joined by Leilani Late. He is a former professional Rugby League player who played for the Penrith Panthers, Gold Coast Titans and the Warrington Wolves. He has an amazing testimony and it has been beautiful to see how God has used him and his family, no matter where they find themselves. In our conversation, we talk about his testimony, what it's like being an Apostolic...

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. David S. Norris to discuss his latest book entitled Acts 2:38 . Dr Norris is a Professor of Biblical Theology at Urshan Graduate School of Theology and of Theological Studies at Urshan College. He has a Doctorate in Religion from Temple University and a Masters in Theological Studies from Palmer Theological Seminary. He has served as an Evangelist, Pastor,...

Before 2021 ends, I wanted to hop on here and thank you all for the support that you have given me since I launched the podcast back in June and share some of the podcast stats from this year. I have been so blessed by the humility of the guests and the kindness of the listeners as this podcast continues to grow.

In today's episode, we are continuing our conversation with Margaret Bellette. She is a retired missionary and former Overseas Missions Director of the UPCA, who has an amazing story to tell. I was able to sit down with her during her most recent trip to Sydney and talk about all that God has done in her life. In our conversation this week, we talk about her workload in Jayapura, her time as a ful...

In today's episode, we are joined by Margaret Bellette. She is a retired missionary and former Overseas Missions Director of the UPCA, who has an amazing story to tell. I was able to sit down with her during her most recent trip to Sydney and talk about all that God has done in her life. We went a little long so I decided to split this conversation into two parts. In our conversation this week, we...

In today's episode, we are joined by David McGovern. He is a Metro Missionary to Los Angeles, CA where he and his family have planted two churches, including Angeles Church. He is a gifted preacher and has a passion for missions; cities in particular. In our conversation, we talk about his story, advice he has for young leaders, the importance of reaching cities, why we need more missionaries and...

In today's episode, we are blessed to be joined by an incredible Apostolic Singer and Songwriter - Frankie Taylor Jr is the Assistant Pastor of Family Worship Center in Colton, CA which is a town just outside San Bernardino. He is a gifted worship leader, singer, and songwriter whose songs have ministered to thousands. Most recently, we led worship at the online North American Youth Congress. In o...