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Resilient Faith

Brentwood Presbyterian Church

117 episodes

1 month ago

In this episode, Wynn Rees shares the simple but life-changing moment that shifted his entire faith journey: receiving a Bible from a friend during law school. What started as an unexpected gift became the catalyst for clarity, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose. Join us as Wyn reflects on how God can use the smallest gestures to spark the biggest transformations. Support the show Support us here: https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-ministry/ BPC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Br...

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In this episode, Wynn Rees shares the simple but life-changing moment that shifted his entire faith journey: receiving a Bible from a friend during law school. What started as an unexpected gift became the catalyst for clarity, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose. Join us as Wyn reflects on how God can use the smallest gestures to spark the biggest transformations. Support the show Support us here: https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-ministry/ BPC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Br...

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Episodes (20/117)

Resilient Faith

God Moment: A gift that lasts a lifetime

In this episode, Wynn Rees shares the simple but life-changing moment that shifted his entire faith journey: receiving a Bible from a friend during law school. What started as an unexpected gift became the catalyst for clarity, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose. Join us as Wyn reflects on how God can use the smallest gestures to spark the biggest transformations. Support the show Support us here: https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-ministry/ BPC Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/Br...

1 month ago

6 minutes

Resilient Faith

God Moments: Waiting for a Sign — Trusting God in the In-Between

Have you ever faced a big decision and found yourself asking, “God, just give me a sign”? In this episode of the Resilient Faith Podcast, we explore what it means to make a choice while waiting for divine direction. A beloved BPC member, Carol Maddon shares her big choice and how she heard God Whether you’re standing at a crossroads or simply seeking clarity, this episode will remind you that God’s silence is never absence — and that every season of waiting has purpose. Support the...

2 months ago

6 minutes

Resilient Faith

Resilient Faith: God Moments Series

In this special series, God Moments, we open our hearts to the extraordinary stories of faith, hope, and grace shared by beloved members of Brentwood Presbyterian Church. Each episode invites you to pause, listen, and reflect on the ways God shows up in our everyday lives—sometimes in quiet whispers, sometimes in bold, unmistakable ways. Through these intimate conversations, we’ll celebrate how faith sustains us through trials, surprises us with joy, and strengthens the bonds of our church ...

2 months ago

8 minutes

Resilient Faith

How to Learn Your Lessons Well — An Example in Finding God’s Wisdom

In this inspiring episode, we welcome Brendan Lynch — an accomplished actor, singer, and tenor soloist, who serves as the tenor section leader at Brentwood Presbyterian Church. Brendan brings his passion for performance and faith together in a heartfelt conversation centered around “Learning Your Lessons Well,” a beloved song and monologue from the musical Godspell. Through this dialogue, Brendan shares the timeless lessons that art, music, and storytelling can teach us about grace, growth, a...

3 months ago

7 minutes

Resilient Faith

Day by Day: How to Let Go and Let God

Today’s guest is Kelsey Figone—a remarkable woman whose journey spans continents, classrooms, and cutting-edge research. Kelsey grew up in Oregon, where her curiosity and love for learning first took root. After college, she spent time teaching in Indonesia, an experience that shaped her global perspective and deepened her commitment to understanding the forces that impact communities worldwide. Now living in Los Angeles with her husband, Charlie Sponsel, a Pastor at BPC, Kelsey is pursui...

3 months ago

9 minutes

Resilient Faith

The Day God Changed My Life

Today, we’re joined by our very own Carol Maddon . She is a talented musician with a voice that moves hearts, a devoted leader in our church community, and a woman whose words carry both wisdom and grace. Through her music, her leadership, and her faith, she inspires others to draw closer to God and to live with courage and purpose. She shares how God gave her hope, peace and joy and made her life so much better. Support the show Support us here: https://www.bpcusa.org/financial-...

4 months ago

11 minutes

Resilient Faith

We are the light of the world!

Today, we are honored to welcome a very special guest, Linda Regan Johnson, our Worship Elder. Linda is a gifted musician and writer whose creativity and passion shine through in everything she does. With a heart for sharing truth and beauty through both words and music, she inspires others to look beyond the ordinary and see the presence of God in their daily lives. In today’s conversation, Linda will be sharing her reflections on The Light of the World—a message of hope, faith, and the powe...

4 months ago

11 minutes

Resilient Faith

Preparing the way for the Lord, and how faith guides our journey

Today on the podcast, we are honored to welcome Betsy Baker Newell — a gifted actress, a treasured member of Brentwood Presbyterian Church, and someone whose life beautifully reflects faith in action. Betsy has touched countless hearts both on stage and in our community, and today she shares a faith journey — After Betsy’s story, we invite you to stay with us for a time of reflection and meditation, offering a time to connect more deeply with your own spiritual walk. Support the show Support ...

5 months ago

11 minutes

Resilient Faith

Giving Thanks in All Things: How to practice gratitude in your daily life

In this new season of Resilient Faith, we begin by exploring the transformative power of gratitude as a spiritual practice. Whether you’re walking through a season of joy, grief, uncertainty, or renewal, gratitude can anchor your heart and deepen your connection with God. Join us for a reflective and faith-filled conversation about how giving thanks—especially in the hard moments—can shape your perspective, strengthen your spirit, and lead you closer to grace. ✨ Join music leader and former e...

5 months ago

11 minutes

Resilient Faith

Finding Strength in Faith Through the Holy Week Experience

As we tread the solemn path of Holy Week, we invite you to walk with us through the poignant contrasts of Palm Sunday and the ensuing days that shaped the very foundation of faith. In the latest episode of Resilient Faith, we'll unravel the complexities of trust, particularly during Lent, and the challenge of keeping faith amid life's inevitable uncertainties. Prepare to experience a journey through the key moments of Holy Week, as we take you from the jubilation of Jesus' entry into Jerusale...

1 year ago

12 minutes

Resilient Faith

The Essence of Trust: Embracing Faith's Power to Weave Life's Rich Tapestry

Imagine the profound impact trust can have on our lives, the resilience it builds, and the depth it adds to our spirituality. That's exactly what we explore in this episode of Resilient Faith, where we delve into the beauty of the natural world and its cycles that offer us comfort and a sense of certainty. This episode will guide you through the simple yet profound act of breathing, the restorative power of sleep, and the importance of starting each day with a heart full of gratitude and hope...

1 year ago

7 minutes

Resilient Faith

Navigating the Shadows: Cultivating Radical Hope and Trust in God's Plan

“Not everything is going to be okay.And our assignment is to carry this truth without yielding to despair, and while tending to the flames of radical hope — the kind that demands our grittiest love and biggest imagination.“How do we hold onto hope when we're faced with the stark truth that not everything in life will turn out okay? Journey with Lora East, as we grapple with this haunting reality and the transformative power of radical hope. In this episode, inspired by the wisdom of Simone So...

1 year ago

11 minutes

Resilient Faith

Harmony in Heartache: Nancy Reeves' Journey of Healing Through Faith and Music

When the ground beneath you crumbles and your world is riddled with loss, where do you find the strength to navigate the uncharted waters of grief? Nancy Reeves, from Brentwood Presbyterian Church, bravely opens up about her personal story of heartache and the resilience of her spirit. She shares a poignant reflection that tested her faith and how music that helped pave the path to healing.In an episode that is as touching as it is insightful, Nancy discusses how the unexpected passing ...

1 year ago

8 minutes

Resilient Faith

Rising from the Ashes: A Journey of Faith, Recovery, and the Mark of Transformation

When the weight of the world seems unbearable, where do you turn for strength? Carol Maddon found her answer in an unlikely form—a tattoo, a symbol of her profound personal transformation and renewed faith. Embracing vulnerability, Carol recounts the tumultuous days of the mid-1980s that led her to the brink of despair. Through her gripping narrative, she shares with us the moment an unexpected figure, Scott, stepped into her life. His persistent faith despite his own battles with addiction s...

1 year ago

8 minutes

Resilient Faith

Journey Through Lent: Cultivating a Resilient Faith for Easter Rebirth

As we usher in the reflective season of Lent, Pastor Lora East invites you to join her on a journey of spiritual discovery and transformation. Embarking from the solemnity of Ash Wednesday, we'll traverse together through moments of self-examination and repentance, seeking the profound lessons of Psalm 51. The ashes we receive are not just reminders of our mortality, but signals of the rebirth to come through Christ. This episode is an invitation to explore the depths of our faith, as w...

1 year ago

12 minutes

Resilient Faith

Guided by the Light of Epiphany in Modern Times

As the dawn of 2024 breaks upon us, we extend the warmest wishes for a year filled with health, safety, and spiritual depth. This episode is a tender farewell to the old year, and a hopeful embrace of the new, weaving together the timeless story of Epiphany and the journey of the Magi with our modern-day quests for divine guidance. We explore the rich tradition found in the Gospel of Matthew and consider how, like the Magi, we too are called to follow the star in our own lives, seeking out th...

2 years ago

6 minutes

Resilient Faith

Illuminating the Divine Spark in Everyday Moments: A Christmas Reflection on God's Omnipresence

Where do you see the spark of the divine amidst the hum of daily life? Join me, Reverend Laura East, as I guide you through a Christmas reflection that might just reignite your awareness of God's constant presence. In this special holiday installment of Resilient Faith, brought to you with warmth from the Brentwood Presbyterian Church community, we unwrap the joy and hope that faith assures us, even when life whirls in disarray. Embrace the season with a heartwarming poem from Reverend Sarah ...

2 years ago

6 minutes

Resilient Faith

Embracing the Holy Night: A Union of Advent Anticipation and Christmas Celebration

As the candles of the Advent wreath flicker with hope and love, we find ourselves at the junction of anticipation and celebration; the sacred time when the fourth Sunday of Advent meets the joyous eve of Christ's birth. It's a moment ripe with divine wonder, and on today's episode of Resilient Faith, we invite you into a space of contemplation and jubilation, reflecting on the profound themes of the season. Let your heart be warmed by the special blessing from theologian Kate Bowler, as it ec...

2 years ago

5 minutes

Resilient Faith

The Collective Journey: How Our Faith Shapes Individuality and Community

Imagine if we took a sweeping journey across time, tracing the complex dance between individualism and collectivism, dissecting its influence on society, religion, and pop culture. What would we discover about our own identities, our communities, and our shared humanity? That's exactly what we set out to do in this enlightening episode of Resilient Faith, drawing on the wisdom of Archbishop Desmond Tutu's interpretation of Ubuntu and the provocative lyrics of Taylor Swift. Join us as we ...

2 years ago

19 minutes

Resilient Faith

Becoming Fearless: Embracing Life's Challenges with Resilient Faith

Ever found yourself paralyzed by fear, yet deep down, there's a spark of fearlessness that you long to harness? Well, we're about to dive into a soundtrack of resilience inspired by none other than pop icon Taylor Swift's song, "Fearless." Our journey navigates through the highs and lows of life, where we uncover how fear can often commandeer our emotions, actions, and ultimately, our lives. Yet, we also reveal the power of embracing that fearless, innocent part of ourselves.But what's fearle...

2 years ago

22 minutes