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We are exploring the essentials of church from Acts 2:42.  Today's episode focuses on Fellowship as we have a conversation with the newly appointed pastor at Nolensville First UMC, Pastor Jeremy Squires.  In his faith and call story, you will hear how important fellowship was to introducing Pastor Jeremy to the love of Christ.Welcome, Pastor Jeremy!  To find more on Pastor Jeremy's sermons, go here.  Editing:  Amanda JonesHost:  Mary Beth Hagan

We are back and exploring what it means to be "church."  In today's episode, Mary Beth Hagan talks with her friend Regina Harvey to explore what church means to her.  As you listen, think about what church has meant to you...and discuss it with someone else.Check out Regina's work at Dominion Financial Management. Email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.comLike us on your podcast app with five starsFollow us on Instagram @redsteeplepod1894

In this episode we discuss the process in the United Methodist church called itineracy, or the appointment process.  Elders (pastors) in the United Methodist Church are appointed to serve and from time to time those appointments are changed.  Meaning pastors move from church to church.  Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss what this means, the hope in the process, and how they feel in the process.This is also Pastor Jimmy's last podcast as pastor of Nolensville First United Methodist Church as he is being reappointed to another United Methodist church.

Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan share ten suggested practices for the new year.  Try one or more to deepen your faith --- remember, they are called "practices" for a reason.  Turn to God and let Him love you.Scripture:  One Year Bible and free Bible appWhen someone comes to mind act:  Praying for Strangers by River JordanSabbath: Mark 2:23-28Surrender:  Get Your Life Back - Everyday Practices for a World Gone Mad by John Eldredge and One Minute Pause appAudo Scripture: Bible in a Year podcast with Father Mike SchmitzHappy New Year!  For show ideas or feedback, email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

In the final episode of this Advent series on Adam Hamilton's book Incarnation, Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss how Jesus came into being on earth to be the Light of our world.  They discuss what it means to be the light.John 1:1-14Thank you to Brady C for reading the scripture for the episode.Send feedback to redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

In this third week of Advent, Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan continue the discussion of Adam Hamilton's book Incarnation and what it means that God is with us even in seasons of fear, uncertainty, and darkness.  Matthew 1:22-25 - "they shall name him Emmanuel"Isaiah 7:1-16 - Prophecy of ImmanuelHebrews 1:1-4; 4:14-16 - Jesus is the exact imprint of God's very beingMatthew 25:31-46 - When you serve the least of those around you, you are serving God.For show ideas, email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks continue their discussion on Adam Hamilton's book Incarnation with Week 2 of Advent.  Jesus came to earth as Savior.  We explore what it means to need saving and why we all need a savior.Matthew 1:18-21Luke 2:8-14Genesis 3:1-13Romans 7:18-25If you have ideas for future show topics, email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks discuss Adam Hamilton's book Incarnation for the first week of Advent.  The expectation of a king is based in the promise to King David in 2 Samuel 7:1-16.  The angel Gabriel visits Mary and tells her that she will bear a son who will sit on David's throne in Luke 1:26-38.Other verses that show the hope of Israel in a savior:  Isaiah 9:2-7Jeremiah 23:1-8Ezekiel 34:23-31Join us next week as we continue to study what it means that Jesus was born to walk among us.If you have show ideas, email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

In the final episode of the Lent study, Mary Beth Hagan discusses the final chapter of The Walk with the author himself, Adam Hamilton.  Adam Hamilton leads the largest United Methodist congregation in the U.S., Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, Kansas.  They discuss how the last seven statements spoken by Jesus from the cross exemplify the five practices of worship and prayer, study of Scripture, service to others, giving, and sharing faith.  More importantly, they discuss how through the examples of Jesus, we can live a life more wholeheartedly and connected with God and each other.Editing by Amanda Jones.  Connect with us on Instagram @redsteeplepod1894 or email us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks explore the fifth chapter of the book, The Walk by Adam Hamilton.   They discuss how sharing our faith with others is a practice that helps us better understand our faith and each other.Ginger Milne contributes with a personal story about the impact of sharing her faith with a co-worker.   We encourage you to be open and present with others and look for authentic ways to share your faith. Communicate with us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com.

In this episode Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks explore the fourth chapter of the book, The Walk by Adam Hamilton.   They discuss how practicing giving and generosity can increase our faith and move us to live more wholly as Jesus taught. Malachi 3:8-10, not Micah!Poor widow - Mark 12:41-44Nicodemus - John 3Elmer and Anna Hill share at the end of the episode how giving in their community has impacted their faith life.We encourage you to practice generosity to see how it will make you feel more whole-hearted.  Communicate with us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com.

In this episode Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks explore the third chapter of the book, The Walk by Adam Hamilton.   They discuss how acts of kindness can serve others both communally and individually so that we live more like Jesus taught.  Jennifer Powell ends the episode by sharing examples from the Love Like Lily Challenge that happens every February.Consider ways to be present each day so you can offer kindness to people who you encounter.  Communicate with us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com.

The Red Steeple podcast is a production of Nolensville First United Methodist Church.  This week Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss the second chapter of Adam Hamilton's book The Walk about the spiritual discipline of study.  Study can be in the world around us, in the people around us, and in Scripture.  We discuss ways to start a practice of reading scripture.1 John  4:1John 1:1, 14Rev. Jeff Campbell shares his insight into this spiritual practice.Editing credit to Amanda Jones.Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

The book The Walk by Adam Hamilton reviews five spiritual practices that will lead a person to a closer understanding of God and deepen faith.  Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss the first chapter of The Walk as part of this Lenten study.Triune God created community:  Genesis 1:26Special thanks to Caleb H. for sharing his insight on this first chapter and to Amanda Jones, editor of The Red Steeple podcast.  Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

This week's episode wraps up our study of Adam Hamilton's book, Faithful - Christmas through the eyes of Joseph.  Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks discuss the last chapter and "the rest of the story."  What can we learn about how to deal with persons of other faith traditions and cultures?  The Wise Men - Matthew 2:1-12That Sounds Fun with guest Amy Grant - 2020 Christmas Party Episode 8Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

Join us for Week 4 - the Journey to Bethlehem in our study of Adam Hamilton's book, Faithful - Christmas through the eyes of Joseph.  Mary Beth Hagan and Pastor Jimmy Hendricks discuss the chapter and lessons that we can learn from Joseph's response to difficult journeys. Luke 2:1-7Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com 

Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss the third chapter of Adam Hamilton's Advent study, "Faithful:  Christmas through the eyes of Joseph" -- Chapter 2 - Raising a Child Not Your Own.  Matthew 1:18-25We discuss how Joseph reacted when God asked him to do the hard thing.  What can we learn from how Joseph responded with yes when God asked him to participate in His story?Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss the second chapter of Adam Hamilton's Advent study, "Faithful:  Christmas through the eyes of Joseph" -- Chapter 2 - Whose Child is This? Matthew 1:18-19Consider Joseph's initial reaction to Mary's news that she was pregnant -- before he learned from the dream that this was the Savior.  What can we learn from how Joseph responded to this news that may have been heartbreaking and disappointing?Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

Pastor Jimmy Hendricks and Mary Beth Hagan discuss the first chapter of Adam Hamilton's Advent study, "Faithful:  Christmas through the eyes of Joseph" -- Chapter 1 - A Carpenter Named Joseph.  Matthew 13:54-56Consider ways that Joseph's trade may have influenced him as a father.Contact us at redsteeplepodcast@gmail.com

In this episode Mary Beth Hagan talks with Rachel Hester, the executive director of Room in the Inn.  Rachel updates us on how RITI has evolved and shifted to continue in ministry during the pandemic.  She explains ways that they see God working through the hard times.  Learn more about Room in the Inn.Be on the lookout for information about the Stuff the Bus project this holiday season.