The Weekly Podcast

What can a group of high school students teach us about the gospel? In this episode of The Weekly, Erie High School Director Taylor Johnson reflects on a recent mission trip to the Dominican Republic, where students partnered with local churches, shared the gospel, and saw God at work in powerful ways. Through stories of faith, evangelism, and cross-cultural ministry, Taylor shares how the experie...

What does it look like to grow spiritually in authentic Christian community? In this episode of The Weekly, Amy Drake sits down with Whitney Kelly and Jennifer Ruble to reflect on how God moved through Women’s Ministry this spring across Calvary Bible Church. From spiritual disciplines and emotional health to friendship, vulnerability, and discipleship, this conversation explores the ways women ar...

In this special 200th episode of The Weekly, we celebrate the journey of Calvary Bible Church’s podcast and reflect on what we’ve learned along the way. From funny moments and church history to meaningful conversations about faith, this episode captures the heart of the podcast. But at the center of it all is a deeper question: how do we learn to pray? Jay, John, and Thomas explore the Lord’s Pray...

The Gospel of John is finished — but not before one final, unresolved question: what happened to Peter? In this closing episode of their journey through John, host Jay Ewing and Senior Pastor Thomas Milburn land in John 21, where Jesus meets a broken, failing Peter on the beach and restores him — not with shame, but with a simple question: "Do you love me?" Along the way they explore what it means...

What did John Knox ask to have read to him on his deathbed? John 17 — because it was there, he said, that he first cast his anchor. In this Holy Week conversation, host Jay Ewing sits down with Senior Pastor Thomas Milburn to explore Jesus's priestly prayer and what it means that the God of the universe desires your presence. Together they unpack Jesus as the new Adam in the garden, the meaning of...

What does it look like to have joy in the middle of suffering — not someday in eternity, but right now? In this episode, Jay Ewing sits down with Brody Young, student ministry pastor at Calvary Bible Church's Thornton campus, to work through John 16 and Jesus's farewell words to his disciples. They dig into the difference between happiness and joy, why prayer is the anchor when life feels too hard...

Jay Ewing calls in live from Turkey on the final night of a 10-day trip through the Seven Churches of Revelation — walking the roads of Paul's missionary journeys, standing in the ruins of Ephesus, and discovering what it means to read the Bible in full color. If you've ever wondered what it would be like to see Scripture come alive boots-on-the-ground, this episode will encourage your faith and c...

Life is heavy. Relationships, health, finances, loneliness, parenting — the hard things pile up fast. But what if hope isn't about your circumstances changing? What if it's something deeper, something that can hold even when nothing else does? This week, Amy Drake sits down with Jennie Fletemeyer and Lori Wurth to recap Calvary Bible Church's Women's Retreat, where 200 women gathered in Estes Park...

Host Jay Ewing is joined by Pastor Emeritus Tom Shirk as he returns to full-time ministry at Calvary Bible Church following his sabbatical. After over 33 years as Senior Pastor, Tom shares his unique reflections on the "end of an era," the beauty of a healthy leadership transition, and the peace of knowing the church's best days are still ahead. In this deep dive into John 13, Jay and Tom explore...

In this episode of The Weekly from Calvary Bible Church, Jay Ewing is joined by Perry Marshall for a conversation centered on one simple challenge: pay attention. As Calvary continues through the Gospel of John, Jay and Perry reflect on why John slows down so dramatically as Jesus enters the final week of His earthly ministry. They explore themes like light and darkness, the temptation to pursue t...

What does it look like to go “full send” in your faith — fully following Jesus and fully living as someone sent by Him? In this episode of The Weekly, Jay Ewing sits down with Jennie Fletemeyer to recap an incredible Middle School Winter Weekend, unpack the meaning behind the theme Full Send, and reflect on how God uses wilderness seasons to speak clearly, grow our faith, and prepare us for what’s...

In this episode of The Weekly, Jay Ewing is joined by Mark Wicks for a thoughtful conversation through John 11, the story of Lazarus. Why did Jesus wait when the one He loved was sick? What does it mean when God doesn’t move according to our expectations? And how does the resurrection of Lazarus shape our hope today? This episode explores the tension of delay, grief, and misunderstanding—and the p...

In this episode of The Weekly, host Jay Ewing sits down with Perry Marshall to explore John 10 and the themes of belief and assurance. As Jesus walks through Solomon’s Colonnade during the Feast of Dedication, He makes bold claims about His identity—claims that challenge the religious leaders and force a response from everyone listening. Together, they discuss what it means for Jesus to say, “I an...

As Calvary begins a new season in the Gospel of John, Jay Ewing is joined by Mark Wicks to explore John 10 and Jesus’ declaration, “I am the Good Shepherd.” This conversation reflects on what it means to experience the abundant life Jesus promises, the humility and sacrifice at the heart of His leadership, and how we learn to recognize His voice amid the noise of the world. The episode closes with...

As we approach Christmas, where does real hope come from? In this episode of The Weekly, Jay Ewing and Thomas reflect on Advent and Isaiah 9:6, exploring the powerful names of Jesus—Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. They discuss how these titles reveal who Jesus truly is, why His coming matters, and how Advent calls us to live with expectation and readiness...

Mark Wicks and Zach Thompson dive into John 8 to explore abiding in Christ, the difference between union and communion, and how we experience real freedom from slavery to sin. They also walk through Calvary’s six marks of a disciple and preview the upcoming Advent series focused on longing for Jesus’ return.

Dive into an enlightening conversation with John Boyle, as he and host Jay Ewing explore the profound themes of light and darkness within the Gospel of John, particularly John 8. They discuss the spiritual reality we face and how Jesus' teachings can guide us back to the light. Join us for insights on living a life aligned with truth and love.

When life doesn’t go as planned, when prayers go unanswered, and faith feels uncertain — how do you keep saying yes to Jesus? In this week’s episode, Jay and Thomas unpack John 6 and the moment when many of Jesus’ followers walked away. Peter’s response still resonates today: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of life.” Together they talk about what it means to keep trusting Jesus when...

Message from Perry Marshall on October 22, 2025

Message from Paul Petersen on October 15, 2025

Message from Mark Wicks on September 24, 2025

Message from Thomas Milburn on September 17, 2025

Message from Chris Barnes on September 10, 2025

Join hosts Jay Ewing and Mark Wicks as we close out John 1 in our ongoing study through the Gospel of John. This week we unpack John the Baptist’s role as a witness, the powerful titles given to Jesus, and the unforgettable invitation to “Come and See.” In This Episode: – Why John’s Gospel feels like an eyewitness account – The unique perspective of John writing late in life – John the Baptist’s h...

Message from Perry Marshall on August 27, 2025