So often we attend church with people who are experts in their fields with interesting stories and we miss opportunities to know one another and how we spend our days. Join us as we dive into the lives of everyday people from The Village Church in Tucson, Arizona who willingly and openly share their lives. We will be breaking down big ideas through conversations to help one another wrestle with ways to engage our communities. We will talk frequently about race, disabilities, advocacy, and fa ...
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Send us a text In this episode of Healing the City, Pastor Susan and Pastor Eric tackle the topic of parenting. They bring in real-life examples, demonstrating how parents can engage with their children in productive and positive ways. Whether you're navigating the challenges of toddler tantrums or teenage rebellion, their insights offer practical …
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#070 Henrey Deese: Challenging Young Earth Creationism (Talking Science, Kinda)
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Send us a text In this episode of Healing the City, Henrey Deese delves into the rationale behind the Young Earth creationist opposition to evolutionary theory. Through a careful examination, he unpacks the logic they employ and questions its consistency. Henrey approaches the topic with humility, aiming to reveal a crucial point: Young Earthers of…
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#069 Henrey Deese: Four Theological Questions - Young Earth Creationism
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Send us a text In this episode of the "Healing the City" podcast, Henrey Deese continues his engaging conversation with Pastor Eric. In part 3, they focus on the typical arguments presented by young earth activists against the theory of evolution. Henrey Deese provides a thorough examination of these objections, offering insights into the rationale…
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#068 Henrey Deese: An Interpretive Model for Reading Scripture
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Send us a text In this engaging episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric resumes his conversation with Henry Deese, a PhD student in evolutionary biology. Henrey introduces an interpretive model for reading scripture, offering fresh insights into God's sovereignty, His reign over creation, and His plan to renew all things. Prepare for a…
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Send us a text Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in…
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Send us a text Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in…
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#065 Philip Sommitz & His Reflections on The Village Wilderness Ministry Trip
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Send us a text Corey Gilchrist and Philip Sommitz reflect on their Wilderness Ministry Trip to Mineral Creek, NM. They share profound insights and experiences, painting a vivid picture of their time spent in the wild. From the challenges they faced to the moments of spiritual growth, their stories are both inspiring and thought-provoking. Their ref…
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#064 Eric Cepin on Parenting Theory and Strategies
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Send us a text Pastor Eric Cepin discusses his theories on parenting, and strategies for parents of children of all ages. Pastor Sue Cepin's Philosophy of Parenting Parenting Adolescents by Kevin Huggins How Children Raise Parents: The Art of Listening to Your Family by Dr. Dan Allender Parenting by Pastor Eric Anxious Generation Support the show "…
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#063 Bob Lefevre on The Outdoors, Working in The Forest Service, and Caring for The Village Kids
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Send us a text Corey Gilchrist and Bob Lefevre share a thoughtful conversation about Bob's experiences with the forest service. Bob reminisces about his love for nature, which shines through as he discusses his time outdoors. They also explore his meaningful work with The Village children during Makers Camp, highlighting his dedication to fostering…
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#062 Cate & Isaac Gilchrist on Swim Team, Superheroes, and Sharing the Gospel with Neighbors
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Send us a text Corey Gilchrist interviews his two children, Cate (8.5) and Isaac (6.75), in a delightful discussion. He asks them about their experiences on the swim team, their favorite superheroes, and how they share the gospel with their neighbors. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the c…
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#061 Henrey Deese: Genesis, Hermeneutics, and Science
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Send us a text Henry Deese continues his engaging conversation with Pastor Eric, focusing on the intersection of science and theology. During this discussion, he meticulously walks through Genesis 1-3, providing a thoughtful and insightful reading. Henry shares his understanding of the context, shedding light on what Genesis offers us. Additionally…
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#060 Henrey Deese on Faith, Science, and Following Jesus
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Send us a text Henrey Deese joins Pastor Eric to share his journey and explain why he chose to become a scientist, specifically an evolutionary biologist. Henrey's story is both fascinating and inspiring, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of faith and science. He chats about his early life, the influences that guided him towards a c…
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#059 Creating Spaces of Joy: Keith Brunson on Family, Music, and Hospitality
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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. Justgive Keith Brunson, with significant contributions to the juvenile court system, discusses backpacking, music, and the concept of hospitality. The podcast explores communal living, family memories, and the importance of designated spaces in a home. Keith Brunson embraced unexpe…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan engage in a thoughtful discussion. They focus on Jim's recent sermon about John 21:15-25, exploring its key themes and insights. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating health…
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#057 Awkwardly Vulnerable - Embracing Learning
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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW BEYOND SUBSCRIPTIONS 1. CASH APP 2. Justgive In this episode of Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan explore the awkwardly vulnerable act of learning new things. They connect this experience to discipleship, emphasizing the importance of stepping into unfamiliar territories to grow in our knowledge …
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Send us a text Support the Show In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Susan engage in a thoughtful discussion about Eric's recent sermon on John 20 and 21. They delve into the resurrection, highlighting its profound significance for our lives. Eric and Susan explore how Jesus often makes His presence known in the m…
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#055 Awkward Vulnerability - Praying Out loud
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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW Pastor Eric and Pastor Mark continue their series on Awkward Vulnerability. In this episode of Healing the City, they dive into the topic of praying out loud. They explore the challenges many people face when praying aloud and why we often hesitate to do so. Additionally, they examine how this type of prayer contrast…
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Send us a text SUPPORT THE SHOW Corey Gilchrist introduces his backpacking story work ministry retreat, focusing on spiritual exploration and personal growth in nature. Participants reflect on biblical stories and personal history, explore vulnerability and healing journeys, and seek connection with God through reflection and writing exercises in a…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Mark return to the mics after a brief break due to illness. They share their insights on John 17 through John 19. Over the past four weeks, several sermons were given, and they discuss the impact of these messages. They especially highlight the story of the cross…
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#052 Isaac Frantz and The Disco Trolley
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Send us a text Corey Gilchrist embarks on his co-hosting journey with the Healing the City Podcast by interviewing Isaac Frantz, a foodie, Lyft driver, and musician. They delve into a range of topics, including Isaac's AirBnB, his go-to comfort food when sick, The Disco Trolley, and much more. See Isaac Frantz's Instagram Listen to Isaac Frantz on …
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Send us a text Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in…
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Send us a text For this special episode part two of Healing the City, the Makers Camp kids take over the mics and learn the art of podcasting. They chat about a wide array of topics, covering just about everything you can imagine. Enjoy! Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of…
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#049 Awkwardly Vulnerable - Difficult Questions
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Mark and Pastor Susan carry on their Awkwardly Vulnerable series, focusing on the challenges of having tough conversations. They discuss the courage required and the risks involved in these honest dialogues. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly po…
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Send us a text For this special episode of Healing the City, the Makers Camp kids take over the mics and learn the art of podcasting. They chat about a wide array of topics, covering just about everything you can imagine. Enjoy! Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating…
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#047 Awkwardly Vulnerable - Serving in New Ways
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Send us a text In this episode of Healing the City, the pastors of the Village Church in Tucson, AZ, engage in a heartfelt conversation about the journey of being an awkwardly vulnerable disciple of Jesus. They dive into the challenges and growth that come with serving in new areas where you might not feel entirely comfortable. By sharing their own…
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Send us a text In this episode of Healing the City, Pastors Eric, Mark, and Susan discuss Mark's recent sermon on John 15. They explore what it means to abide in Christ, submit to His pruning, and follow Him even when circumstances are challenging. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the comp…
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Send us a text Pastor Eric, Susan, and Mark take a deeper look at John 14. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to addre…
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#044 Awkwardly Vulnerable - Asking for Help
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Send us a text Pastor Eric, Susan, and Mark continue their conversation on awkwardly vulnerable discipleship on the Healing the City Podcast. They particularly discuss the act of asking for help, even when it's not necessary. Each pastor shares openly about their personal struggles with seeking assistance, highlighting how often we avoid feeling he…
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Send us a text In this Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Mark discuss John 13. They explore how our self-image frequently influences the actions we take and how Jesus, by washing the disciples' feet, reshapes their understanding of leadership. Their conversation highlights the transformative power of Jesus' example and the importance…
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#042 Awkwardly Vulnerable - Confession and Accountability
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Send us a text In this Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Mark discuss the importance of confessing sins to both God and one another. They also emphasize the need for accountability that goes beyond mere behavior modification, focusing instead on uncovering the root causes of persistent sin. Their thoughtful conversation sheds light o…
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Send us a text In this podcast episode, Pastor Eric, alongside Pastor Susan and Pastor Mark, explores his recent sermon on John 12. They focus on Eric's emphasis on Mary's Awkward Vulnerability, highlighting it as a poignant illustration of true discipleship in the life of a follower of Jesus. They unpack the layers of Mary's actions, discussing th…
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#041 Awkwardly Vulnerable: Telling Your Story
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Send us a text In this podcast, Pastors Eric, Susan, and Mark explore what it means to follow Jesus through the lens of Mary's profound vulnerability. They kick off this brief series by examining the challenges and rewards of sharing your personal journey in an open-hearted manner. The discussion also delves into the complexities of revealing one's…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastors Mark, Susan, and Eric engage in a thoughtful discussion on recent sermons delivered at the Village Church, specifically those covering John chapters 9 through 11, along with the Easter message found in John 20. The focus of their conversation is the profound "I am" statements m…
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#038 Spiritual Formation: Submission, Service, & Marriage
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric dedicates some time to share his insights on Ephesians 5:21-33. He explores the transformative ideas Paul presents about submission and authority within the bonds of marriage. This discussion sheds light on the profound implications these concepts have for couples today, ch…
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#037 Sermon Remix: John 7 (Cool Dude) & John 8 (The Woman)
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Send us a text In a recent meeting, Pastor Susan, Eric, Mark, and Michael engaged in a thoughtful conversation about recent sermons on the Gospel of John, with a special focus on sections of John 7 and the start of John 8. Their discussion highlighted key themes like the Festival of Booths and Jesus' clear declaration of His divinity, sparking inte…
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Send us a text In the latest episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric chats about Acts 17, guiding us through Paul's transformative journey in Athens. As Paul traverses the city, deeply stirred by the sights around him, he engages in pivotal dialogues first with the religious leaders, then the philosophers, and ultimately presents his i…
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#035 Crunching Through the City: One Chip at a Time
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Send us a text In this episode of Healing the City, Pastor Eric and Chaplin Corey embark on a fiery culinary journey, reminiscent of the beloved Hot Ones show. They face an escalating lineup of hot sauces, each one hotter than the last, while delving into progressively more challenging questions. This unique setup not only tests their spice toleran…
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Send us a text In the latest episode of "Healing the City," Pastor Eric and Pastor Mark delve into the heart of a sermon recently preached on John 7:1-24, focusing on the Festival of Tabernacles. Their discussion unfolds around Jesus' engagement with both the crowds and the leaders, revealing layers of meaning and application for our lives today. J…
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#032 Spiritual Formation - Corey Gilchrist - The Hot Seat Model etc.
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Send us a text In this episode, Pastor Eric engages in a thoughtful conversation with Corey Gilchrist, exploring Corey's experiences as a chaplain. They navigate through various aspects of Corey's life, both personal and professional. The discussion introduces the "Hot Seat Model," a method crafted by Eric, examining its impact and relevance. Corey…
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Send us a text In a recent gathering at the Village Church in Tucson, Pastor Mark preached on John 6. In this episode Pastors Eric, Michael, and Mark explored the profound passages of John 6. Pastor Mark illuminated the connections between the miraculous events of Passover, the parting of the Red Sea, and the manna in the desert with Jesus' actions…
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Send us a text In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric provides a thoughtful meditation on John 5:24. He encourages our community to embrace discipleship by learning to listen and trust in the Father who sent His Son. Additionally, Eric shares insights on what it means to lead a life free from condemnation, highlighting the pro…
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#030 What's up with Pastor Eric and Pastor Sue
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Send us a text In this enlightening episode of Healing the City, Pastor Eric and Pastor Sue open up about their current reflections. They delve into the challenges they've encountered while writing a book, sharing both the hurdles and the triumphs. The conversation then shifts to the myriad of books they're exploring, revealing the diverse reasons …
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Send us a text Pastor Eric, Michael, and Mark shared insights from the first part of their sermon on John 5, focusing on Jesus' pivotal question: "Do you want to be well?" This discussion also touched on the significance of the Pool of Bethesda, exploring its historical and spiritual context. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dy…
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Send us a text Our congregational gathering, affectionately dubbed "The Village Drumming Circle," serves as a vibrant forum where we come together to share insights, reflect on our mission, and deepen our communal bonds. At the heart of our recent assembly was the exploration of our guiding principle: "Healing the City, One Person at a Time." This …
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Send us a text Eric Lewis lands the interview of a lifetime in this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, aptly titled "Pastor Eric: The Interview." In this engaging session, Eric Lewis converses with Pastor Eric, bringing a youthful enthusiasm to a wide array of topics. Their discussion spans theological insights, philosophical musings, and the…
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Send us a text In the latest Healing the City podcast episode, Pastor Eric, alongside Mark and Michael, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about Michael's sermon on John 4. They explore in-depth Michael's insights on the narrative of the woman at the well and the miraculous healing of the Official's son. Additionally, they ponder the possible…
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#024 Exploring Hope: Dave Rucker's Story (Part Three)
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Send us a text In the latest episode of "Healing the City," the narrative arc of Dave Rucker reaches its inspiring climax. Pastor Eric skillfully guides the conversation, revealing the fascinating journey that brought Dave to Tucson. Their exchange gracefully uncovers Dave's dream of founding a dojo. As the narrative progresses, we are introduced t…
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#023 The Middle Years: Dave Rucker's Story (Part Two)
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Send us a text In his conversation with Pastor Eric, Dave Rucker shares more about his life experiences. He speaks about his time in New York, focusing on his impactful work with children who have developmental disabilities. Additionally, Dave delves into his experiences at bible school, reflecting on how these experiences have shaped his journey. …
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#021 Exploring Hope: Dave Rucker's Story (Part One)
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Send us a text In the latest Healing the City podcast episode, Pastor Eric engages in a conversation with Dave Rucker. Dave, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, resides near the Village church. The discussion dives into Dave's initial experiences, focusing on his journey with disability and his encounter with faith in Jesus. This episode marks the …
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Send us a text Pastors Mark, Eric, and Michael recently revisited a sermon on John 3 as part of our ongoing exploration of the Gospel of John. Support the show "Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members …
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