November 5, 2023
037: Light Up the Night for India
In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella is joined by special guest Pastor Abraham, founder of Christ for India. Leading up to Light up the Night for India, they discuss the purpose behind the event, the successes and hardships of opening the a new christian school in India, and the everyday life and ministry of Pastor Abraham.
September 24, 2023
036: A Conversation on Fasting
In this episode, Sam Murray is joined by Team Vineyard members, Sarah Kovach and Christie Knapp. They share experiences and tips on fasting, as we prepare for our upcoming fast leading up to Chasing God.
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May 17, 2023
035: Israel Trip Takeaways
- Pastor Kathy Smarrellawith Pastor Keith Crain, Addie Ott, and Elyse Boggs
In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella is joined by Team Vineyard members, Pastor Keith Crain, Addie Ott, and Elyse Boggs. They recap their recent trip to Israel and and share takeaways from their experience.
February 27, 2023
034: Bible Buddies
- Pastor Keith Crain with Stacy McColly and Pat Baker
In this episode, Pastor Keith Crain is joined by Team Vineyard members, Stacy McColly and Pat Baker. They recap our "We are Family" message series and Stacy and Pat tell us about their Bible reading and accountability group, "Bible Buddies".
July 27, 2022
033: A Back-to-School Conversation
- Pastor Mark Pope with Justin Heinold
In this episode, Pastor Mark Pope is joined by Prairie View Elementary School Principal and Team Vineyard member, Justin Heinold. They unpack potential threats that students may face as the new school year begins. The conversation includes topics such as: violence in schools, changes in school safety policies, social media usage amongst students, and communicating with your children about what's happening at school.
January 29, 2022
Episode 32 - Sanctity of Life
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Mark Pope & Jackie Stout
January 22 was National Sanctity of Human Life Day. In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella is joined by Pastor Mark Pope and Team Vineyard member Jackie Stout. They discuss sanctity of life, specifically relating to the unborn, and each share why human life is sacred, why they are passionate about this topic, and how to get involved.
January 17, 2022
Episode 31 - What's in the Head of an Artist?
- Joel Patterson with Liz Silguero & Tim Yerrington
In this episode, Joel Patterson is joined by Team Vineyard members Liz Silguero and Tim Yerrington. They explore the question, "What's in the Head of an Artist?" and each share about their unique and personal artistic experiences, including when they realized their artistic gifts, what their creative processes look like, and how they find inspiration.
December 6, 2021
Episode 30 - What's in the Head of a Missionary?
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Austin Kearby, Marissa Kearby, & Candace Schwartz
In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella is joined by Team Vineyard members Austin Kearby, Marissa Kearby, and Candace Schwartz. They explore the question, "What's in the Head of a Missionary?" They each share their unique and personal experiences in the missions field and talk about the importance of serving in the local community as well as around the world.
November 12, 2021
Episode 29 - Pastor Abraham
- Pastor R. Abraham with Pastor Steve Huffman & Pastor Kathy Smarrella
In this episode, Pastor Steve Huffman and Pastor Kathy Smarrella are joined by special guest Pastor Abraham, founder of Christ for India. Leading up to Light up the Night for India, they explore the effects of COVID on ministry in India and discuss Pastor Abraham's journey through hardship and persecution.
October 14, 2021
Episode 28 - Cultivating Intimacy with Jesus
- Lorisa Miller with Pastor Steve Huffman, Pastor Cameron Clark, & Leah Kurtz
In this episode, Pastor Steve Huffman, Pastor Cameron Clark, and Leah Kurtz are joined by special guest Lorisa Miller, founder of UPPERROOM. Following up on Lorisa's Chasing God message, they explore the question, "How do you cultivate intimacy with Jesus?"
October 3, 2021
Episode 27 - What's in the Head of an Evangelist?
- Pastor Cameron Clark with Linda Cook & Thomas McGuin
In this episode, Pastor Cameron Clark explores with Team Vineyard members Linda Cook and Thomas McGuin the question, "What is in the Head of an Evangelist?" They each share their unique and personal experiences with their spiritual gift of evangelism.
August 29, 2021
Episode 26 – What's in the Head of a Teacher?
- Pastor Keith Crain with Brian Earl & Stephanie Betzer
In this episode, Pastor Keith Crain explores with Team Vineyard members Brian Earl and Stephanie Betzer the question, "What is in the Head of a Teacher?" They each share their unique and personal experiences with their spiritual gift of teaching both inside a classroom setting and out.
July 1, 2021
Episode 25 – What’s in the Head of an Intercessor?
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Anne Huffman, Jim Waldrop & Christie Knapp
In this episode, Pastor Steve Huffman discusses with Anne Huffman, Jim Waldrop and Christie Knapp about intercession. The four answer the question, "What is in the Head of an Intercessor?" each of these individuals share their unique and personal experiences from both corporate and personal intercession and unpack its importance in the church today. In this episode you will discover practical examples of how to begin your own intercession journey today!
May 20, 2021
Episode 24 – What's in the Head of a Servant?
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Ray Rankin & Jeremy Johnston
In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella discusses with Ray Rankin and Jeremy Johnston about servant leadership. The three answer the question, "What is in the Head of a Servant?" from their personal experiences and individual relationships with God as He has called them into leadership here at The Vineyard. They provide practical examples of how to begin serving and encourage us that God can use all of us if we are willing!
March 17, 2021
Episode 23 – My Story of HOPE with Terri Norwood
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Guest Terri Norwood
In this episode, Pastor Steve Huffman interviews one of our Team Vineyard Members, Terri Norwood. Inspired by our recent message series HOPE, Terri shares her Story of Hope and how she has seen God's faithfulness in her life. In this episode, you will find encouragement from Terri's story that will equip you to continue pursuing a purposeful relationship with Jesus!
January 27, 2021
Episode 22 – Can you really read the Bible in a year?
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Keith Crain & Ryan Cameron
In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella discusses with Pastor Keith Crain and Ryan Cameron the benefits of daily Bible reading. The three explore the techniques and tools they have utilized in the practice of daily Bible reading, which is a practice of following Jesus. They also provide insight into the best practices of how to read through the Bible in one year and encourage us that it is never too late to begin reading the Bible!
October 23, 2020
Episode 21 – Navigating The Season of Mid-life
- Pastor Mark Pope with Kevin & Robyn Clark
In this episode, Pastor Mark Pope discusses with Kevin and Robyn Clark how you can live intentionally in a season where things might be changing, kids have moved out and perhaps you’re rediscovering your purpose. Regardless, another chapter in life is approaching, and it’s time to get ready!
October 23, 2020
Episode 20 - The Secret Place
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Pastor Andrew Kurtz and Peter Louis
How do you serve God in different seasons of life? Join Pastor Steve Huffman, Pastor Andrew Kurtz and our special guest Peter Louis from UPPERROOM where they discuss how to grow your personal secret place with Jesus. Peter Louis encourages us to see how the secret place will transform our days to living intentionally for Jesus in any season of life.
October 17, 2020
Episode 19 - Can I trust the Bible?
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Dr. Randall Smith
Have you ever asked yourself how you can trust the Bible? In this episode, Pastor Kathy Smarrella and our special guest Dr. Randall Smith discuss how we can understand the trustworthiness of the Bible. Be encouraged as he shares his insight into the historical and factual evidence of the Bible.
September 17, 2020
Episode 18 – Working with Others
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Joel Patterson & Lydia Horner
Do you find yourself questioning why others don't work exactly like you? Join Pastor Steve Huffman, Joel Patterson and Lydia Horner where they discuss how to work with others wired different from you. They provide helpful insight to how they are uniquely created in God's image along with a few practical tips of how to approach conflict when it arises.
September 11, 2020
Episode 17 – How Pastor Mark Prepares a Message
- Pastor Andrew Kurtz with Pastor Mark Pope
Have you ever wondered how Pastor Mark prepares a message? In this episode, Pastor Andrew Kurtz and Pastor Mark Pope discuss how Pastor Mark prepares a message for our Weekend Celebrations. They both recall from their own personal experiences of teaching, preparing messages and how God has grown them to where they are today.
July 16, 2020
Episode 16 – Unified Pursuit
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Leah Pope and Maddie Bratton
In this Team Vineyard Podcast, we bring in Leah Kurtz and Maddie Bratton to discuss what it looks like to be unified in our pursuit of God through worship. They share from their own personal journeys as God continues to show them how to worship Him!
June 4, 2020
Episode 15 – Christian Thoughts on Social Tensions
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Jimmy Fleshman and Jamal Henry
How can we respond in love like Jesus would to the social unrest around us? Pastor Kathy Smarrella alongside Jamal Henry and Pastor Jimmy Fleshman begin a conversation that strives to help us grow in empathy for others.
May 31, 2020
Episode 14 – Leading Children through Change
- Pastor Andrew Kurtz with David and Sarah Miller
Change can be hard – especially for our children. This week Pastor Andrew Kurtz joins David and Sarah Miller to talk about how they have managed to communicate with their children and make their relationship with Jesus a priority during this time.
April 5, 2020
Episode 13 – Living in the Present
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Anne Huffman
Join Steve and Anne Huffman as they speak into our present situation and encourage us with how we can engage in what God is doing NOW!
February 23, 2020
Episode 12 – Meet Jamal
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Jamal Henry
As we look forward to what God has in store for us here at The Vineyard Church, we've invited Jamal Henry, our new Assistant Director of Newcomers, to come in and bring us into this life and world.
February 16, 2020
Episode 11 – A Lifestyle of Worship
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Michael Schwartz
In this week's podcast, Pastor Kathy Smarrella talks through all things worship with Assistant Director of Worship and Prayer, Michael Schwartz. Together, they discuss what it looks like to worship as individuals, as a church, and in every situation of life!
January 26, 2020
Episode 10 – Leading The Next Generation
- Pastor Mark Pope with Cameron Clark
Cameron Clark serves The Vineyard Church as our Director of Student Ministries. Pastor Mark Pope interviews him as they think through how we can intentionally engage with and lead the next generation to Christ!
January 23, 2020
Episode 09 – Impacting Our Cities
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Phil Blasko and Aaron Perri
In this week's episode of the Team Vineyard Podcast, Phil and Aaron share their heart for the cities of South Bend and Mishawaka, as well as providing practical steps for how we can be a part of what God is doing in this community today.
December 22, 2019
Episode 08 – Setting Goals and New Years Resolutions
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Terry Linhart, Bethel University
Terry Linhart helps us be intentional about cast goals for 2020 as we look forward to all that God will do this year!
December 22, 2019
Episode 07 – Raising Kids in a Christian Home
- Pastor Mark Pope with Pastor Alan Mock
Pastor Alan Mock shares his approach to parenting and God's faithfulness in the midst of each situation.
November 21, 2019
Episode 06 – Being a Christian in India
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Abraham, Christ for India
Christ for India is making an incredible impact on people all across India. Pastor Abraham shares how his ministry began, the trials he faces, and how God has continued to move in his life personally.
October 27, 2019
Episode 05 – Kent Butcher
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Mark and Kent Butcher, Syracuse Vineyard
Spiritual longevity is something we all strive for. In this episode of Team Vineyard Podcast, Pastor Kent Butcher shares what his ministry has looked like over the years and how God has continued to work in him.
October 27, 2019
Episode 04 – Lorisa Miller
- Pastor Steve Huffman with Leah Kurtz and Lorisa Miller, UPPERROOM
Prayer transforms the partnership of God and man in worship. At UPPERROOM, founded by Michael and Lorisa Miller, every service is centered around JESUS! Through prayer and song and the Word of God, they seek him on a 24/7 basis. Lorisa Miller takes time to share from her family life and ministry.
October 27, 2019
Episode 03 – Clay Harrington
- Pastor Mark Pope with Pastor Jimmy Fleshman and Clay Harrington
God has called each of us to go to ALL people and tell them what Jesus did for them on the cross. In this episode of the Team Vineyard Podcast, Pastor Clay Harrington encourages us to boldly evangelize in our families, in our friend circles, and in our communities.
September 18, 2019
Episode 02 – Fasting
- Pastor Kathy Smarrella with Pastor Steve Huffman
What is fasting? What is the significance of it? From what should we be fasting? In this week's episode of Team Vineyard Podcast, Pastor Steve Huffman and Pastor Kathy Smarrella answer these questions and more as we look to a corporate fast leading into Chasing God.
September 14, 2019
Episode 01 – How to Hear God
- Pastor Steve Huffman
Pastor Steve Huffman teaches us to make ourselves available to hear from God in the marketplace and provides practical steps that we can apply today!