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Belonging is a basic human need. Jesus invites us to Belong. We belong to God and we are invited to experience a community of belonging in the Church.

Meet Laura! She's originally from Oklahoma and has a powerful story of how God has provided in her life. One thing you'll see her heading up each year is the local Operation Christmas Child shoebox ministry. Enjoy!

Meet Mirror Ministries! This local non-profit's mission is to reflect the grace of God to victims and survivors of sex trafficking. In this episode Tricia MacFarlan, Executive Director, describes many ways to do what you love to fight what you hate! *Please note this episode contains adult topics

To believe is to trust and rely on God. We are invite on a journey of belief. We get to be a part of God story as he loves and heals his creation.

Meet Jessica! God's grace and goodness is so evident in her life. Her story is powerful, and we are so lucky to hear her share it. Enjoy!

Belonging is a basic human need. Jesus invites us to Belong. We belong to God and we are invited to experience a community of belonging in the Church.

Meet Cierra! She is a hardworking girl with a big heart, both of which are very evident in this conversation. Enjoy!

In Psalm 23, David describes the feast that God has prepared for us. In John 10, Jesus invites to know unity and reconciliation as a part of abundant life. The feast is for all, and we are challenged to take up this vision of unity and reconciliation in the presence of God.

Meet Tomi. She rides a motorcycle, loves rocks, and she is learning the value of community. Enjoy!

As we continue to explore Jesus as the good shepherd, today we recognize that he is a loyal companion, comforter and protector.

This week we begin exploring the words of Jesus found in John 10, I am the good shepherd. As described in Psalm 23, the good shepherd is our guide.

Meet Steve. He is beloved. He's a life-long TriCitian with some pretty strong connections across the world too. He is in his "second career". He also shares the same favorite restaurant as another recent podcast guest! Enjoy :)

Meet Grace Clinic! Their mission is to bring Christ's love and healing to those in need by providing quality healthcare to low-income, uninsured residents of Benton-Franklin counties and Burbank. What an incredible and valuable resource for our community!

With the metaphors of salt and light, Jesus invites us to live into our purpose: reflecting God's light to the world.

Meet Craig! He's a swing-dancing, "resident alien" research scientist with an incredible love of learning. Enjoy!

When other's tried to shoo them away, Jesus welcomed the little children. He invites us to come to him like little children and welcome others as he welcomes us.

Meet Micah! He grew up in the TriCities, though it took a trip across the world to bring him back. This conversation reveals what he's really passionate about, as well as how nature is a huge part of his story. Enjoy!

In Matthew 14, Jesus greets people with compassion, inviting them to sit and break bread with him. In his presence, there is enough. We too are invited to experience abundance in Jesus's presence.

Meet Faith. She is a self-described "eccentric" person with a wide variety of interests! She got three words tatooed on her arm last year with her 80 year old mom who also got a pretty epic tattoo. Enjoy!

In the Beatitudes, Jesus describes a Kingdom that is very different than those of the world. He describes the Kingdom of Heaven as a one of comfort, peace, satisfaction and mercy.

Meet Justin! He loves a good story, and he's pretty great at sharing his own too! He's been a part of the Vine since it was an idea on a napkin, and he shares how God has connected the dots in his life in incredible ways. Enjoy!

In the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges us to consider whether we are living out the love of God by being a good neighbor.

Meet Julie Anne Smith! She is the author behind the blog Spiritual Soundingboard, as well as the mom to 7, yes SEVEN kids :) Her journey is one of hope and encouragment!

In Mark 4, Jesus tells a parable about a farmer scattering seed in different types of soils. We are invited to received the word of God in our lives and allow the Spirit to transform us and our communities.

Meet Sara! She is a wife, mom, friend, pastor, learner and teacher, but none of these were her answer to the question "who are you?". This conversation is packed with takeaways and insights from an amazing leader in our church and community.