The Weekly Podcast

Could we have misunderstood the call of the Christian life? How do you know if you hold a proper view of God? How does the Bible discuss our position in God? These are essential questions we must all ask in discovering God's design and purpose for our lives. Join the conversation with Jennifer Jones (Director of Community Outreach), Melisssa, and Jay to discuss their last month's reading project,...

Melchizedek is a strange character in the Bible but don't that persuade you to insignificance. Melchizedek points to "Something Greater", which is Christ. Join Pastors Zack and Jay in their conversation over Hebrews 7 and how we are people defined by hope. As always, we would love to hear from you at theweekly@calvarybible.com.

For over 25 years, Abraham had to live the middle part of promises of God (to make him into a great nation) and partial fulfillment (having a son from his wife, Sarah). What do you believe in the middle part of a story? How would your faith best be tested? Join the conversation as Thomas and Jay process Hebrews 6 and the implications for our daily lives. We talk about the testing of Abraham with h...

What are the gifts or passions you have for giving back to your community? Join us today as we talk with John Boyle about how the Boy Scouts is a way he makes a positive impact in his neighborhood. We also hear about the vision behind Calvary Online and how the Lord is shaping this new ministry. Not to mention, Jay and John have a broad discussion of the book of Hebrews. Like always, you can write...

We sit down with a special guest, Kathy Taylor, Director of Women's Ministries in Erie and a consistent presence at Calvary for years. Jay and Kathy talk about a wide range of topics including women's ministry at Calvary, Hebrews 4, and the practical implications of rest. Plus, we get to hear about Kathy's love of reading and her busy life with family.

Do you daydream of a long vacation? Do you find yourself tired and not able to find proper rest? Did you know that the Lord wants deep abiding rest for your life? This week on the podcast, Zack and Jay talk about the warning of not allowing Jesus to be our true rest. Not only do we talk about how the writer of Hebrews instructs us to get rest, but practical ways we can find rest. Jump into the con...

Jump into a fun conversation with Pastors Thomas and Jay about their favorite Soda. What is your go-to carbonated drink you grab? Don't worry; Thomas and Jay talk about Hebrews 3 and the importance of being an encourager. Plus, we go through a spiritual practice of discovering your heart's desires. Again, join us in this important book of Hebrews. Like always, leave us a 5-star review on your favo...

Are you facing suffering or is someone you love suffering? Melissa Christensen and Jay Ewing sit down with Michelle Gaskins, a local therapist, to help us understand the book "This Too Shall Last" by K.J. Ramsey. Purchase This Too Shall Last on Amazon

What does Jesus teach us about suffering well? Join Pastors Thomas and Jay in the discussion about suffering in the Christian life. Above all, we discover suffering has a purpose. The writer of Hebrews wants to encourage us today and help us think about the benefit of joining what Jesus is doing in the world. Like always, we love to hear from you at theweekly@calvarybible.com.

Join the conversation with Jay Ewing and special guest, Steph Gerthe, Director of Connections at the Boulder campus. Steph has an incredible faith journey and extreme love for her dog Joy. Listen in to hear about Calvary Online and who attends the digital campus. Not to mention, Steph and Jay deep dive into their shared love for the book of Hebrews. Write us at theweekly@calvarybible.com.

"A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away...."is a familiar intro to an extraordinary saga of movies. Did you know the Book of Hebrews has a great opening line to get us excited about discovering Jesus Christ? However, unlike a fictitious story, Hebrews grounds us in what God has been doing for a very long time and is a story that reveals his character and love for those he created. Join Thomas,...

Welcome back, welcome back, welcome back! Pastor Thomas joins Jay Ewing in the podcasting studio as he returns from his sabbatical. You don't want to miss hearing about Thomas' refreshing summer away and how God answered Calvary's prayers. Not to mention, we take a brief look at what's next in our fall sermon series. Jump into the conversation between Pastors Thomas and Jay about the book of Hebre...

This week, Jay Ewing sits down with Pastor Gary Osborne, the Erie Campus Executive Pastor, to talk about our vision to multiply churches. Join the conversation as we learn the rich history of how people at Calvary have lived out the importance of Kingdom work locally and globally. Plus, how we can get involved in what God is doing in our generation.

Jay Ewing and John Boyle have a conversation about Calvary's desire to empower leaders. Equally important, John tells of his story of how he has grown as a leader over the seventeen years he has worked at Calvary. Not mention learning what our favorite foods have been this summer.

Melissa Christensen, Jay Ewing, and special guest Ellie Pickett sit down to discuss the book, "Bonhoeffer, Pastor, Prophet, Spy" by Eric Metaxas. We talk about how Bonhoeffer is relevant to the church today and what you can learn about reading the Bible. Purchase "Bonhoeffer, Pastor, Prophet, Spy"

Jay Ewing and Perry Marshall talk about Calvary's vision to make disciples.

How can we become better disciples of Jesus by how we view our resources? Jay Ewing and Perry Marshall sit down to talk through the final shaping value at Calvary, Faithful Stewardship.

Zack Thompson and Jay Ewing welcome back Melissa Christensen on this week's episode. Join them on a journey to understand what it means to be a confident witness to the gospel. We always want to hear from you. Email us at theweekly@calvarybible.com.

Listen in as Zack Thompson, Jay Ewing, and special guest Melissa Christensen have a conversation about "Moral Excellence", one of Calvary's shaping values.

We are social creatures, and God designed it that way from the beginning. Jump into the conversation with Pastors Zack and Jay about "Loving Relationships", one of Calvary's shaping values. Visual Theology Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

Why does God invite us to pray? If God knows everything, why do we pray? Pastors Zack and Jay break down this shaping value at Calvary, "Prayer in Faith," and talk about how God accomplishes his will through our prayers and practical ways your prayer life can be encouraged. The Possibility of Prayer- John Starke Prayer: Does it matter? Philip Yancey

Message from Zack Thompson on June 9, 2021

What have you learned through the book of 1 Thessalonians? Pastors Zack and Jay share their insights on what they have learned. Join in on the conversation!

Jay Ewing and Melissa Christensen sit down with special guest Tanise Neu for this edition of The Book List. They discuss the book "Surprised By Paradox" and invite you on the reading journey.

Jay Ewing and Zack Thompson sit down with guest Perry Marshall for a deep dive into the end times found in 1 Thessalonians 4. Tom's Sermon on the Return of Christ ESV Study Bible Evangelical Convictions: A Theological Exposition of the Statement of Faith of the EFCA ESV Study Bible ESV Study Bible Sale