This Week At Windsor

That's true...even for our co-host, Ardin Beech, who is back in the studio with Jonathan (and special ring-in Eddie Bang) to preview the first of two episodes featuring our stellar guest Dr. Jenny Brown . She is an author, speaker, practitioner, and co-founder of the Family Systems Institute in Australia. Having devoted her career to the field of family systems research, Jenny sits down with Jonat...

With the APB still out for Ardin Beech, Jonathan hit the road this week to interview Morling College Principal Dr. Tim MacBride about the state of theological education and the shortage of pastoral candidates that is verging on crisis . Join us as Tim shares his passion for preaching and his insights into trends in training for ministry.  Along the way you'll glean some tips for navigating changes...

With Ardin Beech *conveniently* away, Jonathan steps behind the 'host' desk to talk with Bree Bond about the hot, albeit hushed, topic of sex. After sharing a bit of her personal history and spiritual journey, Bree wades into the complex discussion of sex for the Christian -- and why its so often ignored (or even disparaged) in faith contexts.   Join us to hear how Jesus has the power to unwrap us...

Ardin and Jonathan welcome their producer Mariah (aka “She Who Must Be Obeyed”) for a conversation about Gen Z, uni life, and the social cost of discipleship.

After our longest hiatus yet, our hosts are back from the dead and better than ever!  The good news for them is that you don't need to be wiser than Solomon (although we know who is!) to host a podcast, you just need a story.  And everyone has one -- even Ardin. So join Ardin and Jonathan as they share what you may have missed: Jonathan's recovery, our new pastor on board, the fruit of the Oxygen...

Are religion and science in conflict? Is there coherence between the natural and spiritual worlds? Questions like these troubled the mind of a young atheist scholar named Sarah Irving, leading here to experience an 'intellectual vertigo' that exposed a secular belief that couldn't withstand her moral intuition.  Join Ardin and Jonathan as they sit down with Dr. Sarah Irving-Stonebraker , author, s...

Although KYCK is now behind us, an important question for the church remains: how do we sustain this amazing breakthrough for our youth? Join us as Ardin and Jonathan invite the one and only L-T Hopper ( Director of Church Partnership and Content for KCC ) to discuss faith, conferences and transformation. PLUS: how to win the respect of kids (Mariokart edition).

A celebrity in our congregation? From Nepal Idol to the Australian army, Ardin and Jonathan are in for a surprise with WDBC's hidden gem Yubi Tiwari. Tune in as Yubi shares the power of prayer, the beauty of a 2 day hike as well as the struggles and transformation from taking a leap of faith. BONUS: unplugged acapella (no auto-tune!) 

Who knew a chapel sermon could turn into a 2 week continuous worship session? Join us as Barry Shafer (Elder, Hospice Chaplain, and Founder of InWord Ministries ) takes us behind the world known phenomenon of the Absury Revival. In this episode, Barry gets real with us about life, sickness, the pit of suffering, hypocritical love.  Plus, Barry tells us the moment he discovered he was a "functionin...

We are so excited for Season 2 of This Week at Windsor!  Join in as we discuss this Summer Break, the downfall of Avatar 2 and previewed the guests for this season to come!

Merry Christmas! Our gift to you this year is our conversation with Steve Frost, Founder of Horizons Family Law Centre, who invites us on the Holy Spirit's journey to "take and be good news" for the world around us.  You'll learn why grace is porous, what a green flag is, and why we should never put Holy Spirit in the corner.  PLUS: Carols recap, Christmas "Would You Rather" and what could make Ar...

Does God have grandchildren? In this episode a "Pastor's Kid" turned "Pastor" (special guest: Marcus Reid) shares his experience of God's transforming power and what it's like to be scooped out of the ministry fishbowl and into God's loving care.  This is a great conversation for anyone who has been raised in a Christian home and wondering about how to make faith their own.  Toward the end, Marcus...

What is God doing among us today?  Fresh off their "junket" to Padstow for a leadership intensive, Pastor Chris joins Jonathan and Ardin to unpack what it means to be Building a Discipling Culture ("BDC") here at WDBC.  We are asking what it looks like for WDBC to be transforming in the ways that God intended.  Press in as we break the glass on our faith and engage the "God of the present."  PLUS:...

Ardin invites us to skip down memory lane with local celebrity and librarian (yes, you read that right!) Sarah Frost of Norwest Christian College .  Tune in for some '90s nostalgia, some "shushing", and a whole lot of inspiration as Sarah takes us behind the creative process to discover the beauty of God's favour -- after burnout. For access to Sarah's visual art, check out her website: sarahfrost...

Back and better then ever, Jonathan returns for a rundown with Ardin on the Hoffmans trip to America. Who doesn't like a good sampling of culture comparison and holiday vignettes?  PLUS, announcements about future guests and Ardin's role in the WDBC Carols "extravaganza."  For more information about...click on the links below Wheaton College --> https://www.wheaton.edu/  Glacier National Park -...

In their last episode before a brief hiatus, Ardin and Jonathan discuss the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.  Its an episode full of cultural observation, beauracracy, and farewells--some more permanent than others!  PLUS, Ardin deftly dodges Jonathan's not-so-subtle request for him to be a guest preacher.  Listen to find out why. Be sure to email info@wdbc.org.au to share your feedback abo...

What if failure could be celebrated? Ardin and Jonathan are back with a BANG this week -- literally, with special guest Eddie Bang (English Pastor, Sydney Full Gospel Church) -- who talks about the life, times and traumas of giving our whole self to God.  In this episode, Eddie gets real with us about culture, mission, depression, and how Jesus meets us in all of that.  Enjoy the honest reflection...

Fresh out of the fishbowl of pastoral ministry, Ardin and Jonathan throw Phil Evans into the hot-seat to unpack his departure from HVBC. Listen as Phil guides us into the valley of decision to share what he learned about faithfulness, identity, leadership, and sitting in the presence of Jesus.  Check out what's on the horizon for Phil and his family, along with our family at WDBC (hint: it involve...

Yeehaw! Theresa Johnson scoots her boots into the studio to get us ready for the upcoming Jamboree on Satruday, 3 September, as Ardin and Jonathan try not to fawn too much over her lilting English accent.  Pastor Chris Cullen brings us back to reality as we recap Scomo's growing resume.  BONUS: Learn why not to ride the bus with Ardin.  For Information about the Jamboree, including tickets, follow...

#ThisWeekAtWindsor Jonathan returns from the Gold Coast (and the dance floor) to join Ardin as we get to know Brad Ngorima, who is new to WDBC and was recently baptised.  Brad shares his journey to trust in Christ - from Zimbabwe to Australia - striking the resounding truth that simple faith is simply powerful.  The hosts also discuss upcoming social gatherings, including the Jamboree and Young Ad...

Anna Hutchins stops by to talk about the persecuted church and her new role with Open Doors.  Also this week Anna will be guest preaching at WDBC about the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost from Acts.  In and around all of that, Jonathan gets Ardin to share his list of wedding "dos and don'ts" be sure not to miss it!

Ardin serves up a bevy of hot takes with Jonathan this week at Windsor when special guest Josh Domars of Cornerstone catering drops by to discuss being a Christian in the cafe industry, along with their plan to cope with recent floods.  Sample our dish on the latest news from NRL, WDBC, and pop culture, but remember grace is always the main course.  Items of note for this week's episode: "Bye-bye"...

He's baaaack... Safe and (somewhat) sound, Ardin brought a fellow missionary kid ("MK") along with him for the conversation!  Listen as Ardin chops it up with David and Robyn Parry, missionaries raising their family on the mission field in Papua New Guinea (PNG).  WDBC supports the Parry's in their gospel work with New Tribes Mission .  Dave and Robyn give us a behind the scenes look at their miss...

With Ardin away frolicking in the snow, Jonathan sits down with new Children's Ministry Director Kathy Johnson to discuss raising the next generation of believers in the church.  Meanwhile, student pastor Tim McManus stops by with breaking news that he'll soon be leaving the WDBC nest! To learn more about ThinkOrange and their children's ministry curriculum, visit their website: https://thinkorang...

Special Guest Bec Kachan of KSTP discusses upcoming trip to the USA Guests Joanna and Emily talk about how sharing food is a key step toward belonging Ardin and Jonathan Exchanges Baptism Stories Ardin asks for Jonathan's reflections on the overturning of Roe v. Wade Here's a link to Tish Warren 's article in the NYT on 'The Myth of Body Autonomy' Visit our church at wdbc.org.au