Encounter Faith Podcast

Pastor Tara Beth returns to the podcast to share how she engages in the church season of Lent with host Ross Cochran. They discuss how everyone can connect with the practices commonly associated with Lent, how grace is reflected on Ash Wednesday, and ultimately what those at Good Shepherd can expect this Lenten Season. Keep listening to the end for one of our favorite stories we've

Pastor Tara Beth Leach emphasizes the importance of addressing conflicts in relationships, highlighting that miscommunication often leads to deeper rifts. She discusses the concept of "ruptures and repairs" in relationships and how avoidance, aggression, or healthy engagement can shape our responses to conflict. Ultimately, Pastor Tara Beth calls for self-reflection and the courage

Alex Regets is a pastor in Bradenton Florida, Amanda's husband, and dad to four kids. He joined host Ross Cochran to preview Lent, offer his experience on how to approach this time in our church calendar with a fresh perspective, and to discuss his new book, Abandon the Orderly House: Good News for Skeptics and Burned out Believers. SHOW NOTES Rev. Alex Regets is the Lead Pastor at

Pastor Barbara Roberts explores the meaning of love and romance through the lens of biblical teachings, drawing on her personal experiences in marriage. Pastor Barbara highlights the need for unity and intentionality in marriages, encouraging couples to serve God together and support each other's flourishing. Ultimately, she assures that even in a broken world, with Christ at the c

Pastor Ryan and Bethany Hammer discuss the complexities of romantic relationships, emphasizing that both partners are created in the image of God and should treat each other with respect and love. Ultimately, they encourage all of us to see ourselves and others as image bearers of God, fostering unity and understanding in all relationships. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is

Pastor Tara Beth joins host Ross Cochran for a special two part episode all about how men and women relate in the world. In this episode, the conversation focused on individual relationships, marriages, and what we all can do to help those around us live lives to the full. If you missed last week, make sure you listen to part one where they discuss the church, the differences betwe

Students Minister, Elisabeth Lectka, continues our series about relationships that we're calling Mixtapes. In her sermon, emphasizes the profound significance of sacred friendships and the intentionality required to cultivate them in a world plagued by loneliness. She reinforces that sacred friendships are not solely about enjoyable moments but require sacrifice, shared missions, a

Pastor Tara Beth discusses the importance of sacred friendships, drawing inspiration from Bill Withers' song about community support. She emphasizes that true friendships require effort and commitment, likening them to the process of flying a kite—sometimes erratic, but ultimately rewarding when nurtured properly. She encourages us to reflect on their friendships and prioritize t

Pastor Tara Beth joins host Ross Cochran for a special two part episode all about how men and women relate in the world. In this episode, the conversation focused on the church, the differences between an egalitarian worldview and a complementarian worldview, and the impact decisions made by church leadership can have on women and men in their communities. Next week you'll hear par

In his sermon, Greg emphasizes the need to recalibrate our understanding of love, particularly as Valentine's Day approaches. He highlights that while we often conflate love with personal desires or preferences, true love is rooted in the selfless nature of God's love for us. Using examples from scripture, particularly the letters of John and the teachings of Paul, he encourages em