<![CDATA[Blackhawk Church Next Steps]]>99498933-41ea-51d9-b24a-ef547039f8d6Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:06:37 +0000Captivate.fmBlackhawk Churchhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/d1536b02-d90c-43f9-a60f-9b9b6da70d7b/Podcast-Square-1.pngBlackhawk Church Next StepsBlackhawk ChurchBlackhawk ChurchWelcome to Next Steps, a podcast from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI. We believe that following Jesus is a lifelong journey, so no matter where you’re at, there’s always a next step to take. Each episode we’ll create space for real conversations—about the questions we wrestle with, the challenges we face, and the hope we find in Jesus. Our goal isn’t to have it all perfectly figured out, but to walk faithfully towards Jesus together. https://blackhawk.churchfalseepisodicnopodcastCare Ministry Takeover | The Stuff We Don't Talk About EnoughCare Ministry Takeover | The Stuff We Don't Talk About EnoughSome struggles don't show up on the surface, but they're there. In this episode, Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, open an honest conversation about the experiences people in our community may keep silent about: mental health, loneliness, and relationship strain. They explore why these topics can feel taboo in church, why depression and anxiety aren't failures of faith, and how to recognize when someone around you, or you yourself, might be hurting. So let's talk about it. Shame thrives in silence, and you were never meant to carry this alone.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Some struggles don't show up on the surface, but they're there. In this episode, Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, open an honest conversation about the experiences people in our community may keep silent about: mental health, loneliness, and relationship strain. They explore why these topics can feel taboo in church, why depression and anxiety aren't failures of faith, and how to recognize when someone around you, or you yourself, might be hurting. So let's talk about it. Shame thrives in silence, and you were never meant to carry this alone.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>324e62eb-c65c-4e3e-b71f-6fa8ad36320dThu, 09 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -050030:50falsefull18111118Care Ministry Takeover | How to Show Up When You Don't Know What to SayCare Ministry Takeover | How to Show Up When You Don't Know What to SayHave you ever frozen when someone shares something hard, unsure of what to say? Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care Ministry, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care Ministry, share why our instinct to "fix it" often misses the mark, and what people actually need in their most painful moments. From helpful phrases to the words that hurt even when well-intentioned, this episode gives you practical tools for showing up well, even when it feels awkward. You have more to offer than you think.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Have you ever frozen when someone shares something hard, unsure of what to say? Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care Ministry, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care Ministry, share why our instinct to "fix it" often misses the mark, and what people actually need in their most painful moments. From helpful phrases to the words that hurt even when well-intentioned, this episode gives you practical tools for showing up well, even when it feels awkward. You have more to offer than you think.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>448a8888-c3a2-4b73-a8a9-ece9e5b5cda8Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -050027:24falsefull18101018Behind the Scenes | Care MinistryBehind the Scenes | Care MinistryIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, to talk about Care Ministry at Blackhawk. What does the Care team actually do? They share what care ministry is, how God led them to it, and who makes up the team (the answer might surprise you).

Whether you've walked through a hard season and found support at Blackhawk or you've never heard of Care Ministry before, this episode will give you a closer look at how God is using this team to love and care for our church family.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/
  2. The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, to talk about Care Ministry at Blackhawk. What does the Care team actually do? They share what care ministry is, how God led them to it, and who makes up the team (the answer might surprise you).

Whether you've walked through a hard season and found support at Blackhawk or you've never heard of Care Ministry before, this episode will give you a closer look at how God is using this team to love and care for our church family.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/
  2. The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>cb6a023f-9ec1-4c9c-9585-08582aa46c83Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050032:21falsefull189918Walking Through Holy WeekWalking Through Holy WeekIn this episode, host Chris Kopp walks through the days of Holy Week and then leads you through an immersive retelling of the events from the perspective of the Apostle Peter. As we head into Easter, this is an invitation to slow down, step into the story, and reflect on the significance of the season ahead.

Resources

  1. Easter at Blackhawk | https://blackhawk.church/easter/
  2. The Hub | https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>In this episode, host Chris Kopp walks through the days of Holy Week and then leads you through an immersive retelling of the events from the perspective of the Apostle Peter. As we head into Easter, this is an invitation to slow down, step into the story, and reflect on the significance of the season ahead.

Resources

  1. Easter at Blackhawk | https://blackhawk.church/easter/
  2. The Hub | https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>95798c6d-ecd5-4069-9fd8-27dce1ba8775Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -050029:19falsefull188818Your Exodus Questions, AnsweredYour Exodus Questions, AnsweredWe're a month into our Exodus series, and you had questions. Hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy sit down with Pastor Charles Yu for a Q&A on Exodus, covering why tribalism feels so instinctive, how to notice systemic oppression when it doesn't affect you directly, how to pursue justice without losing your witness, and why God seems drawn to passionate but deeply flawed people.

Resources

  1. Exodus Resource Page & Journal
  2. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>We're a month into our Exodus series, and you had questions. Hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy sit down with Pastor Charles Yu for a Q&A on Exodus, covering why tribalism feels so instinctive, how to notice systemic oppression when it doesn't affect you directly, how to pursue justice without losing your witness, and why God seems drawn to passionate but deeply flawed people.

Resources

  1. Exodus Resource Page & Journal
  2. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>5a54f357-3184-49ad-a75b-019bd7cd3decThu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -050049:45falsefull187718Behind the Scenes | College Ministry & InternshipsBehind the Scenes | College Ministry & InternshipsIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Michael Knapstad and Grace Miller to talk about college ministry and internships at Blackhawk. What's the college landscape looking like right now? What are students hungry for? And why do these years matter so much?

You'll hear about the deep hunger students have for real, honest, and convicting teaching, how quickly what connects with college students can shift from year to year, and what it looks like to watch a student begin to recognize their gifting and sense God's call on their life.

Whether you're a college student, a parent, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in the lives of college students at Blackhawk.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk College Ministry - https://blackhawk.church/college/
  2. Internships at Blackhawk Church - https://blackhawk.church/internships/
  3. The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Michael Knapstad and Grace Miller to talk about college ministry and internships at Blackhawk. What's the college landscape looking like right now? What are students hungry for? And why do these years matter so much?

You'll hear about the deep hunger students have for real, honest, and convicting teaching, how quickly what connects with college students can shift from year to year, and what it looks like to watch a student begin to recognize their gifting and sense God's call on their life.

Whether you're a college student, a parent, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in the lives of college students at Blackhawk.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk College Ministry - https://blackhawk.church/college/
  2. Internships at Blackhawk Church - https://blackhawk.church/internships/
  3. The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>9b8cdfc9-f9b7-45af-936d-f6bdbbec8208Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -050029:43falsefull186618Behind the Scenes | Blackhawk Chinese MinistryBehind the Scenes | Blackhawk Chinese MinistryIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Charles Huang, the pastor of our Blackhawk Chinese Ministry. Listen in as he shares the origin story of the Chinese ministry here at Blackhawk, some highlights from this past year, and how we can be praying for their ministry in the season ahead.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Chinese Ministry
  2. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Charles Huang, the pastor of our Blackhawk Chinese Ministry. Listen in as he shares the origin story of the Chinese ministry here at Blackhawk, some highlights from this past year, and how we can be praying for their ministry in the season ahead.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Chinese Ministry
  2. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>517879c9-f527-43e8-b33b-d2601b99d5c3Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -050031:15falsefull185518Behind the Scenes: Student MinistriesBehind the Scenes: Student MinistriesIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Ben Knox and Micah Howard to talk all things middle school and high school ministry. What's really going on in the lives of students right now? What pressures are they facing? What are they hungry for?

You'll hear stories of how God is moving in powerful ways among middle and high schoolers, why this generation is more spiritually curious than we might think, and how our church family can pray for and support them. We also take a moment to marvel at the unexpected return of Christian apparel. Apparently, the T-shirts are back and more popular than ever.

Whether you're a parent, volunteer, student, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in our students' lives.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Middle School Ministry
  2. Blackhawk High School Ministry
  3. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Ben Knox and Micah Howard to talk all things middle school and high school ministry. What's really going on in the lives of students right now? What pressures are they facing? What are they hungry for?

You'll hear stories of how God is moving in powerful ways among middle and high schoolers, why this generation is more spiritually curious than we might think, and how our church family can pray for and support them. We also take a moment to marvel at the unexpected return of Christian apparel. Apparently, the T-shirts are back and more popular than ever.

Whether you're a parent, volunteer, student, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in our students' lives.

Resources

  1. Blackhawk Middle School Ministry
  2. Blackhawk High School Ministry
  3. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>43eae379-e1b6-4100-9864-118eb0d27105Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -050042:53falsefull184418What Is Lent and Why Does It Matter?What Is Lent and Why Does It Matter?What is Lent, and why does it matter? Whether you grew up observing it, you've never heard of it, or it felt more like an obligation than an invitation, this episode is for you. Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk about the history of Lent, what Ash Wednesday is all about, and practical ways to observe this season as we head toward Easter.

Resources

  1. Falling into Goodness: Daily Readings for Lent | Chuck DeGroat
  2. YouVersion Bible App
  3. Lectio 365 App
  4. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>What is Lent, and why does it matter? Whether you grew up observing it, you've never heard of it, or it felt more like an obligation than an invitation, this episode is for you. Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk about the history of Lent, what Ash Wednesday is all about, and practical ways to observe this season as we head toward Easter.

Resources

  1. Falling into Goodness: Daily Readings for Lent | Chuck DeGroat
  2. YouVersion Bible App
  3. Lectio 365 App
  4. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>5d5dc228-3c4a-4cba-b2a2-0e8c9096a47bFri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -050024:05falsefull183318Getting Ready for Exodus!Getting Ready for Exodus!We're diving into a 13-week series on the book of Exodus. In this episode, pastor Charles Yu shares all about the series: why Exodus, how he hopes it will form us as a community, and why Exodus is the second-most foundational book of the entire Bible.

Resources

  1. Bearing God's Name : Why Sinai Still Matters | Carmen Joy Imes
  2. Exodus Overview | BibleProject Classroom
  3. The Exodus Way | BibleProject Podcast Series
  4. Exodus Resource Page & Journal
  5. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>We're diving into a 13-week series on the book of Exodus. In this episode, pastor Charles Yu shares all about the series: why Exodus, how he hopes it will form us as a community, and why Exodus is the second-most foundational book of the entire Bible.

Resources

  1. Bearing God's Name : Why Sinai Still Matters | Carmen Joy Imes
  2. Exodus Overview | BibleProject Classroom
  3. The Exodus Way | BibleProject Podcast Series
  4. Exodus Resource Page & Journal
  5. The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>ca1d9d1c-acec-40ee-b8eb-79f3b9e8c59cThu, 05 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -050022:08falsefull182218Year In Review & Looking AheadYear In Review & Looking AheadWe’re back for another season of the Next Steps Podcast! Pastors Matt, Charles, and Tiffany kick off 2026 by looking back on how God moved in 2025 and sharing what they're excited about in the year ahead. You'll hear stories, highlights, and ways to join us in prayer for our Blackhawk Church family.

Don’t miss the Year in Review for more stories: https://blackhawk.church/year-in-review-2025/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>We’re back for another season of the Next Steps Podcast! Pastors Matt, Charles, and Tiffany kick off 2026 by looking back on how God moved in 2025 and sharing what they're excited about in the year ahead. You'll hear stories, highlights, and ways to join us in prayer for our Blackhawk Church family.

Don’t miss the Year in Review for more stories: https://blackhawk.church/year-in-review-2025/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>5578de8d-89b6-4f7d-9a64-42070b3ca56fThu, 29 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -050035:35falsefull181118Advent | LoveAdvent | LoveThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of love and the practice of beholding and adoring. They reflect on why slowing down to adore can be difficult, how the story of Jesus’ birth invites us into deeper wonder, and how worship and the arts help shape this practice.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you.

  1. Start by simply thinking about God. Consider who he is. Consider his love for you.
  2. Now spend a few minutes beholding God's goodness in your life. Recall some of the things he's created, the people he's put in your life, and the ways you've experienced his love and presence.
  3. Take a moment to simply reflect on the fact that God loves you and wants to spend time with you. What would it look like to embrace that truth this week?

Resources

  1. The Knowledge of the Holy | A.W. Tozer
  2. 31 Days of Praise: Enjoying God Anew | Ruth Myers & Warren Myers
  3. Beloved | Francis Chan
  4. Spoken For: Embracing Who You Are and Whose You Are | Robin Jones Gunn & Alyssa Joy Bethke
  5. Advent Resources
  6. Heaven and Nature Sing series | Blackhawk Church
  7. Christmas at Blackhawk

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of love and the practice of beholding and adoring. They reflect on why slowing down to adore can be difficult, how the story of Jesus’ birth invites us into deeper wonder, and how worship and the arts help shape this practice.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you.

  1. Start by simply thinking about God. Consider who he is. Consider his love for you.
  2. Now spend a few minutes beholding God's goodness in your life. Recall some of the things he's created, the people he's put in your life, and the ways you've experienced his love and presence.
  3. Take a moment to simply reflect on the fact that God loves you and wants to spend time with you. What would it look like to embrace that truth this week?

Resources

  1. The Knowledge of the Holy | A.W. Tozer
  2. 31 Days of Praise: Enjoying God Anew | Ruth Myers & Warren Myers
  3. Beloved | Francis Chan
  4. Spoken For: Embracing Who You Are and Whose You Are | Robin Jones Gunn & Alyssa Joy Bethke
  5. Advent Resources
  6. Heaven and Nature Sing series | Blackhawk Church
  7. Christmas at Blackhawk

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>308c3d39-15b9-4df1-aef3-57092c171ba5Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -050056:27falsefull175517Advent | JoyAdvent | JoyThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of joy and the practice of rejoicing. They talk honestly about when joy feels easy or hard to access, reflect on how the story of Jesus invites joy in every season, and consider how worship and music help us engage joy in everyday life.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you.

  1. Spend a moment doing an emotional check with yourself. How are you feeling right now? Does joy feel easy or difficult to find right now?
  2. If there are things you're grieving over or struggling with that make joy hard to find right now, talk to God about those things. Lay those things before him.
  3. Now spend a moment considering all the things that have brough you joy recently. Who are the people, things, and moments that have brought you true joy recently? Spend some time in simple gratitude for these things. Let them strengthen and encourage you.
  4. Wherever you're at, spend some time in prayer asking God to help you experience that the joy of the LORD is your strength whether circumstances are easy or difficult.

Resources

  1. Advent Resources
  2. Heaven and Nature Sing series | Blackhawk Church
  3. Christmas at Blackhawk

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of joy and the practice of rejoicing. They talk honestly about when joy feels easy or hard to access, reflect on how the story of Jesus invites joy in every season, and consider how worship and music help us engage joy in everyday life.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you.

  1. Spend a moment doing an emotional check with yourself. How are you feeling right now? Does joy feel easy or difficult to find right now?
  2. If there are things you're grieving over or struggling with that make joy hard to find right now, talk to God about those things. Lay those things before him.
  3. Now spend a moment considering all the things that have brough you joy recently. Who are the people, things, and moments that have brought you true joy recently? Spend some time in simple gratitude for these things. Let them strengthen and encourage you.
  4. Wherever you're at, spend some time in prayer asking God to help you experience that the joy of the LORD is your strength whether circumstances are easy or difficult.

Resources

  1. Advent Resources
  2. Heaven and Nature Sing series | Blackhawk Church
  3. Christmas at Blackhawk

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>482c80a9-50d2-4d49-8472-300b5f41d11cThu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -050057:27falsefull174417Advent | PeaceAdvent | PeaceThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of peace and the call to be peacemakers. They get honest about anxiety, conflict, and family dynamics, explore how Jesus brings true peace in the middle of real life, and share practical ways to pursue peacemaking in our relationships today.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you. Then reflect:

  • How are you feeling?
  • Is your heart and mind at peace? Is it troubled by something?
  • Are there relationships in your life that lack peace?
  • Are there circumstances you're going through that make it hard to experience peace?
  • Are there things going on in the world that are disrupting your ability to feel at peace?
  • In the areas that are making peace hard to find, ask for God to bring his peace.
  • Now consider, is there one small way you can make "shalom" peace in your home, your family, your workplace, or the world?

Spend a few minutes reflecting, praying, or writing about what comes to mind.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of peace and the call to be peacemakers. They get honest about anxiety, conflict, and family dynamics, explore how Jesus brings true peace in the middle of real life, and share practical ways to pursue peacemaking in our relationships today.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you. Then reflect:

  • How are you feeling?
  • Is your heart and mind at peace? Is it troubled by something?
  • Are there relationships in your life that lack peace?
  • Are there circumstances you're going through that make it hard to experience peace?
  • Are there things going on in the world that are disrupting your ability to feel at peace?
  • In the areas that are making peace hard to find, ask for God to bring his peace.
  • Now consider, is there one small way you can make "shalom" peace in your home, your family, your workplace, or the world?

Spend a few minutes reflecting, praying, or writing about what comes to mind.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>0b8515be-71ed-4a4a-9d00-be390d08a001Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -050001:02:56falsefull173317Advent | HopeAdvent | HopeThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of hope in seasons of waiting and longing. They reflect on what hope looks like in everyday life, how the story of Jesus steadies us, practical ways to wait well, and even share a few Christmas playlist favorites.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Then reflect:

  • How are you feeling today?
  • Is anything making you worried or anxious?
  • Where in your life do you desire more control?
  • What feels especially difficult to wait for right now?
  • What would it look like to surrender that to God?
  • How can you cling to hope as you experience waiting and longing?

Spend a few minutes reflecting, praying, or writing about what comes to mind.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Matt Wilhelm and Isaiah Wu about Advent’s theme of hope in seasons of waiting and longing. They reflect on what hope looks like in everyday life, how the story of Jesus steadies us, practical ways to wait well, and even share a few Christmas playlist favorites.

Reflection Practice

Take a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Then reflect:

  • How are you feeling today?
  • Is anything making you worried or anxious?
  • Where in your life do you desire more control?
  • What feels especially difficult to wait for right now?
  • What would it look like to surrender that to God?
  • How can you cling to hope as you experience waiting and longing?

Spend a few minutes reflecting, praying, or writing about what comes to mind.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>173a1dcb-1449-487a-88b6-6ba919e1da99Thu, 04 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -050046:02falsefull172217What Is Advent?What Is Advent?This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we're entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this first episode, we're asking the most basic question: What is Advent? Hosts Christian Eggers and Tiffany Malloy talk through the meaning and history of Advent, the themes behind the candles and wreath, and why this season of waiting matters for our spiritual growth. You'll also hear simple ways to celebrate Advent at home, along with a few helpful tools and resources to get started.

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]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, we're entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.

In this first episode, we're asking the most basic question: What is Advent? Hosts Christian Eggers and Tiffany Malloy talk through the meaning and history of Advent, the themes behind the candles and wreath, and why this season of waiting matters for our spiritual growth. You'll also hear simple ways to celebrate Advent at home, along with a few helpful tools and resources to get started.

Resources

Books


Advent Reading Plans


Other


]]>7c6dc363-20dc-4556-a5f3-f318b50d776fFri, 28 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050023:54falsefull171117Greater Things | Understanding the Household Codes (BONUS EPISODE)Greater Things | Understanding the Household Codes (BONUS EPISODE)This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this bonus episode, Tiffany and Pastor Charles Yu take a closer look at the household codes in Colossians, a passage that’s often misunderstood without the right historical background. Charles unpacks how first-century households functioned and why Paul addressed them the way he did, and together they explore how this section fits into the message of Colossians and what it means for us today. If you’ve ever wrestled with this passage or wondered how to interpret it faithfully, this conversation is for you.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this bonus episode, Tiffany and Pastor Charles Yu take a closer look at the household codes in Colossians, a passage that’s often misunderstood without the right historical background. Charles unpacks how first-century households functioned and why Paul addressed them the way he did, and together they explore how this section fits into the message of Colossians and what it means for us today. If you’ve ever wrestled with this passage or wondered how to interpret it faithfully, this conversation is for you.

Resources:


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>20def66d-6c95-45fa-90aa-19b8950e012cSat, 22 Nov 2025 20:30:00 -050048:18falsefull167716Greater Things | How to Build a Rule of LifeGreater Things | How to Build a Rule of LifeThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this final episode of this series, Tiffany and Chris share their own rules of life and talk about how intentional rhythms help us grow with God. They walk through the practices, habits, and heart-postures that shape their daily lives and offer practical encouragement for creating a rule of life of your own.

Resources


Wesley Band Questions:

  1. How is it with your soul?
  2. What are your struggles and successes?
  3. How might the word and spirit be speaking in your life?
  4. Do you have any sin that you want to confess?
  5. Are there any secrets or hidden things you would like to share?

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this final episode of this series, Tiffany and Chris share their own rules of life and talk about how intentional rhythms help us grow with God. They walk through the practices, habits, and heart-postures that shape their daily lives and offer practical encouragement for creating a rule of life of your own.

Resources


Wesley Band Questions:

  1. How is it with your soul?
  2. What are your struggles and successes?
  3. How might the word and spirit be speaking in your life?
  4. Do you have any sin that you want to confess?
  5. Are there any secrets or hidden things you would like to share?

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>8b21eb3f-3c59-4a48-b050-2cdbdba40a74Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050030:49falsefull166616Greater Things | Rule of LifeGreater Things | Rule of LifeThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In these final Greater Things episodes, Tiffany and Chris introduce a simple “rule of life,” a helpful way to build intentional rhythms that create space for God to shape us. It’s a practical, grace-filled look at how spiritual practices help us grow with Jesus in everyday life.

Questions to think about this week:

  1. What kind of person do I sense God inviting me to become? What does looking more like Jesus mean for me personally?
  2. What practices, relationships, and environments help me stay rooted in God’s love?
  3. Does my time, attention, and commitments align with both the vision of who God’s inviting me to become as well as the things that help to stay connected to Jesus and His love?
  4. If not, is the Rule of Life something you want to try for this next season? Prayerfully ask God to help you discern!

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In these final Greater Things episodes, Tiffany and Chris introduce a simple “rule of life,” a helpful way to build intentional rhythms that create space for God to shape us. It’s a practical, grace-filled look at how spiritual practices help us grow with Jesus in everyday life.

Questions to think about this week:

  1. What kind of person do I sense God inviting me to become? What does looking more like Jesus mean for me personally?
  2. What practices, relationships, and environments help me stay rooted in God’s love?
  3. Does my time, attention, and commitments align with both the vision of who God’s inviting me to become as well as the things that help to stay connected to Jesus and His love?
  4. If not, is the Rule of Life something you want to try for this next season? Prayerfully ask God to help you discern!

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>0b88c4c7-f3e4-464f-9929-7f76b07ae586Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -050019:10falsefull165516Greater Things | Growing Together in God’s WordGreater Things | Growing Together in God’s WordThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Phoebe Turner, Blackhawk Bible Study leader and staff with Athletes in Action, to talk about how studying Scripture in community shapes our faith. Phoebe shares her story, what happens inside Blackhawk Bible Study, and why spaces like these help us grow in maturity and stay centered on Christ. Together, they unpack Colossians 2:8–15, exploring what it means that we’re “made alive in Christ” and how baptism, curiosity, and community all point us back to Jesus.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Phoebe Turner, Blackhawk Bible Study leader and staff with Athletes in Action, to talk about how studying Scripture in community shapes our faith. Phoebe shares her story, what happens inside Blackhawk Bible Study, and why spaces like these help us grow in maturity and stay centered on Christ. Together, they unpack Colossians 2:8–15, exploring what it means that we’re “made alive in Christ” and how baptism, curiosity, and community all point us back to Jesus.

Resources:


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>862f077e-8318-4855-9041-03fc20793d8dThu, 06 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -050039:22falsefull164416Greater Things | How We Actually Grow in ChristGreater Things | How We Actually Grow in ChristThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Chris and Tiffany (with a quick cameo from Isaac on our Tech Team!) talk about how we actually grow up in Christ. Building on Colossians 1:28–29, they get practical—spiritual practices that lead to encountering Jesus, friendship and community that shape us, and how our screens and algorithms may be forming us more than we think.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Chris and Tiffany (with a quick cameo from Isaac on our Tech Team!) talk about how we actually grow up in Christ. Building on Colossians 1:28–29, they get practical—spiritual practices that lead to encountering Jesus, friendship and community that shape us, and how our screens and algorithms may be forming us more than we think.

Resources:


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>d4eace3f-fa1b-4e3e-8d6d-ad128404705bWed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -050033:52falsefull163316Greater Things | The Supremacy of ChristGreater Things | The Supremacy of ChristThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Chris and Tiffany sit down with Pastor Craig Gartland to unpack one of the most powerful passages in Colossians (1:15–20). Together, they explore what it means that Jesus is the image of the invisible God, how He holds all things together, and what His supremacy means for our lives, work, and church today.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this episode, Chris and Tiffany sit down with Pastor Craig Gartland to unpack one of the most powerful passages in Colossians (1:15–20). Together, they explore what it means that Jesus is the image of the invisible God, how He holds all things together, and what His supremacy means for our lives, work, and church today.

Resources


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>874ebdc0-83c2-4ebc-bdaf-3e13b6837765Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -050035:42falsefull162216Greater Things | Behind the CurtainGreater Things | Behind the CurtainThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this first episode, Chris and Tiffany pull back the curtain on how a teaching series comes to life at Blackhawk. From prayerful planning to collaborative feedback, they share how the team prepared our journey through Colossians—and what it means to grow in true maturity in Christ.

Recommended Resources:


]]>This season on the Next Steps Podcast, hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy go deeper into Greater Things, our series on Colossians. Together, they’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like and how God invites us into greater things through Christ.

In this first episode, Chris and Tiffany pull back the curtain on how a teaching series comes to life at Blackhawk. From prayerful planning to collaborative feedback, they share how the team prepared our journey through Colossians—and what it means to grow in true maturity in Christ.

Recommended Resources:


]]>5d5a829f-02a7-45dd-8c99-9188e56b5478Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -050028:44falsefull161116Can I Ask That? | How Can I Share My Faith?Can I Ask That? | How Can I Share My Faith?This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian sits down with Pastor Matt Metzger to explore how we can share our faith in everyday life. They tackle common fears and misconceptions—from worrying about being too pushy to wondering if people have already made up their minds about Jesus. Matt offers encouragement from his own experience, reminding us that sharing faith is less about having perfect answers and more about telling our story, trusting the Holy Spirit, and caring deeply for the people in front of us.

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Website


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Key Verses to Memorize

  • Ephesians 2:8-9
  • John 14:6
  • John 3:16

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian sits down with Pastor Matt Metzger to explore how we can share our faith in everyday life. They tackle common fears and misconceptions—from worrying about being too pushy to wondering if people have already made up their minds about Jesus. Matt offers encouragement from his own experience, reminding us that sharing faith is less about having perfect answers and more about telling our story, trusting the Holy Spirit, and caring deeply for the people in front of us.

Referenced Resources: 


Website


Podcast


Key Verses to Memorize

  • Ephesians 2:8-9
  • John 14:6
  • John 3:16

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>f1207bd1-c938-4a54-aa69-d6454c1797f8Thu, 02 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -050049:53falsefull155515Can I Ask That? | Is God Mean, Angry, or Violent?Can I Ask That? | Is God Mean, Angry, or Violent?This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Chris Kopp about one of the most challenging questions people ask about God: Is He mean, angry, or violent? Together they explore difficult Old Testament passages, the violence of the cross, and the tension between God’s justice and love. Chris shares from his own journey and offers practical ways to approach troubling parts of Scripture, always pointing us back to Jesus as the clearest picture of God and reminding us that doubts can deepen faith.

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]]>This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Chris Kopp about one of the most challenging questions people ask about God: Is He mean, angry, or violent? Together they explore difficult Old Testament passages, the violence of the cross, and the tension between God’s justice and love. Chris shares from his own journey and offers practical ways to approach troubling parts of Scripture, always pointing us back to Jesus as the clearest picture of God and reminding us that doubts can deepen faith.

Referenced Resources: 


Books


]]>b9ac24d3-2429-4ac5-a8be-d154a08749f6Thu, 25 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050042:10falsefull154415Can I Ask That? | Is Faith a Public or Private Matter?Can I Ask That? | Is Faith a Public or Private Matter?This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Charles Yu about whether faith is private or public. They explore how the gospel shapes both our personal relationship with God and our shared calling as the church to live out God’s values in the world. From caring for creation and pursuing justice to engaging politics with humility, this conversation invites us to see faith not just as something private, but as a way of loving God and loving our neighbors.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors for the Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we’re exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith—but there’s never enough time to cover them all. That’s why, here on the podcast, we’re digging deeper into more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Charles Yu about whether faith is private or public. They explore how the gospel shapes both our personal relationship with God and our shared calling as the church to live out God’s values in the world. From caring for creation and pursuing justice to engaging politics with humility, this conversation invites us to see faith not just as something private, but as a way of loving God and loving our neighbors.

Referenced Resources: 


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>3b18bffd-e888-4ad3-a1cd-517eb70c647eThu, 18 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -050041:08falsefull153315Can I Ask That? | How Do We Really Follow God?Can I Ask That? | How Do We Really Follow God?Can I Ask That? | How Do We Really Follow God?

This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors as part of our Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we're exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith, but there's never enough time to cover them all. That's why, here on the podcast, we'll dig a little deeper, tackling more of those big, honest questions.

 

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Tiffany Malloy about what it really means to follow God over a lifetime. They explore the ups and downs of faith, from new excitement to seasons of doubt or dryness, and share practical ways to keep growing in relationship with Jesus.

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Books


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Apps 


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Can I Ask That? | How Do We Really Follow God?

This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors as part of our Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we're exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith, but there's never enough time to cover them all. That's why, here on the podcast, we'll dig a little deeper, tackling more of those big, honest questions.

 

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Tiffany Malloy about what it really means to follow God over a lifetime. They explore the ups and downs of faith, from new excitement to seasons of doubt or dryness, and share practical ways to keep growing in relationship with Jesus.

Referenced Resources: 


Books


Podcasts


Apps 


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>00ced285-e8f0-4791-a42b-442c70c39cefThu, 11 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -050037:15falsefull152215Can I Ask That? | Why Is the Bible So Weird?Can I Ask That? | Why Is the Bible So Weird?This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors as part of our Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we're exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith, but there's never enough time to cover them all. That's why, here on the podcast, we'll dig a little deeper—tackling more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Chris Dolson about some of the Bible's strangest and most challenging parts. From miracles and healing to angels, demons, and unusual Old Testament laws, they explore why the Bible can feel so weird and how asking hard questions can actually grow our faith.

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Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>This season on the Next Steps podcast, host Christian Eggers sits down with our teaching pastors as part of our Can I Ask That? series. On Sundays, we're exploring some of the biggest questions people have about faith, but there's never enough time to cover them all. That's why, here on the podcast, we'll dig a little deeper—tackling more of those big, honest questions.

In this episode, Christian talks with Pastor Chris Dolson about some of the Bible's strangest and most challenging parts. From miracles and healing to angels, demons, and unusual Old Testament laws, they explore why the Bible can feel so weird and how asking hard questions can actually grow our faith.

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Authors


Websites


Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>899d5a2d-d1b1-4251-8cfd-bcb7c562711dThu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -050040:31falsefull151115Made for More | Discovering Joy Through ServingMade for More | Discovering Joy Through ServingJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Scott Heller to explore what it means to invest your time as part of our "Made for More" series. Scott shares his journey of grief, healing, and spiritual growth— starting from showing up quietly in the back row to becoming deeply involved in serving others at Blackhawk. Through stories from Alpha, Blackhawk Kids, and Study Day, Scott reflects on how prayer, community, and service have helped him discover new joy and purpose. He offers practical encouragement for anyone hesitant to take their next step into serving, sharing how small commitments can lead to meaningful community and spiritual growth.

 Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>Join host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Scott Heller to explore what it means to invest your time as part of our "Made for More" series. Scott shares his journey of grief, healing, and spiritual growth— starting from showing up quietly in the back row to becoming deeply involved in serving others at Blackhawk. Through stories from Alpha, Blackhawk Kids, and Study Day, Scott reflects on how prayer, community, and service have helped him discover new joy and purpose. He offers practical encouragement for anyone hesitant to take their next step into serving, sharing how small commitments can lead to meaningful community and spiritual growth.

 Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>e9fe025b-9da7-4cd5-be0c-20ebc0e607c1Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050032:45falsefull144414Made for More | Living GenerouslyMade for More | Living GenerouslyJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with CJ Klaas and Ranjit Mathai to explore what it looks like to live generously as part of our "Made for More" series. Drawing from their personal experiences and years of teaching financial courses at Blackhawk, CJ and Ranjit offer practical wisdom and spiritual insight into managing money with intentionality and trust in God. They share their own journeys of learning to give, navigating debt, and discovering the freedom that comes from generous living. Whether you're getting started or looking to grow, this honest conversation offers practical steps and spiritual encouragement for living generously

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Join host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with CJ Klaas and Ranjit Mathai to explore what it looks like to live generously as part of our "Made for More" series. Drawing from their personal experiences and years of teaching financial courses at Blackhawk, CJ and Ranjit offer practical wisdom and spiritual insight into managing money with intentionality and trust in God. They share their own journeys of learning to give, navigating debt, and discovering the freedom that comes from generous living. Whether you're getting started or looking to grow, this honest conversation offers practical steps and spiritual encouragement for living generously

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>8110f6bb-d0a3-4e96-8b2f-f0362537f954Thu, 17 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050029:20falsefull143314Made for More | The Journey of Knowing YourselfMade for More | The Journey of Knowing YourselfJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Amy Racki, a therapist and longtime Blackhawk member, to explore what it means to truly know ourselves as part of our "Made for More" series. Amy shares her journey from a corporate business background to mental health counseling and discusses practical tools for self-discovery, including personality assessments and spiritual practices such as prayer and meditation. They explore learning to embrace discomfort in the transformation process, finding community that speaks truth in love, and discovering what's "mine to do" in each season of life. 

 

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>Join host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Amy Racki, a therapist and longtime Blackhawk member, to explore what it means to truly know ourselves as part of our "Made for More" series. Amy shares her journey from a corporate business background to mental health counseling and discusses practical tools for self-discovery, including personality assessments and spiritual practices such as prayer and meditation. They explore learning to embrace discomfort in the transformation process, finding community that speaks truth in love, and discovering what's "mine to do" in each season of life. 

 

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>ffa7811f-1759-4366-8686-21f5faecf579Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050036:50falsefull142214Made for More | Finding Your Rhythm with GodMade for More | Finding Your Rhythm with GodJoin host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Linda Hershberger to explore practical ways to slow down and connect with God as part of our "Made for More" series. Linda shares her journey from being a natural extrovert to learning the art of being present through practices like silence, journaling, time in nature, and welcoming prayer. She opens up about how cancer became a turning point in her faith, offering honest insights into building community, finding your tribe, and discovering spiritual practices that work for your unique personality. 

 

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Artist’s Way | Julia Cameron

Walking with Jesus – Speed Bumps on the Journey | Blackhawk Next Steps Podcast

Growing in Awareness of God and Self with Adam and Alicia Penning | Blackhawk Next Steps Podcast

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Join host Veronica Hummel as she sits down with Linda Hershberger to explore practical ways to slow down and connect with God as part of our "Made for More" series. Linda shares her journey from being a natural extrovert to learning the art of being present through practices like silence, journaling, time in nature, and welcoming prayer. She opens up about how cancer became a turning point in her faith, offering honest insights into building community, finding your tribe, and discovering spiritual practices that work for your unique personality. 

 

Referenced Resources: 

Made for More Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Artist’s Way | Julia Cameron

Walking with Jesus – Speed Bumps on the Journey | Blackhawk Next Steps Podcast

Growing in Awareness of God and Self with Adam and Alicia Penning | Blackhawk Next Steps Podcast

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>fd8813e7-c751-453d-86c9-9797a164a2d0Thu, 03 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -050039:10falsefull141114Once Upon A Future | Revelation Unpacked: Your Questions AnsweredOnce Upon A Future | Revelation Unpacked: Your Questions AnsweredJoin hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastors Chris Dolson and Charles Yu to answer your questions about the book of Revelation. This episode addresses topics such as scrolls, seals, judgment, and the mark of the beast, helping to clarify the confusion surrounding the End Times. Whether you find this book confusing or fascinating, you'll gain practical insights about how this story speaks to being a Christ-follower in today’s world.

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

Culture Making: Recovering Our Creative Calling | Andy Crouch 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastors Chris Dolson and Charles Yu to answer your questions about the book of Revelation. This episode addresses topics such as scrolls, seals, judgment, and the mark of the beast, helping to clarify the confusion surrounding the End Times. Whether you find this book confusing or fascinating, you'll gain practical insights about how this story speaks to being a Christ-follower in today’s world.

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

Culture Making: Recovering Our Creative Calling | Andy Crouch 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>0bf8e57b-4b39-4b0b-bcee-021cfa31c60eThu, 10 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -050001:12:25falsefull136613Once Upon A Future | Exploring the End TimesOnce Upon A Future | Exploring the End TimesJoin hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore the End Times, including the Millennium, Tribulation, Rapture, and more. Ultimately, does it really matter? What should we take away from studying these concepts?

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series |Blackhawk Church  

Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction |Michael Bird

Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church |N.T. Wright

The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism: How the Evangelical Battle over the End Times Shaped a Nation |Daniel G. Hummel

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org. 

]]>Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore the End Times, including the Millennium, Tribulation, Rapture, and more. Ultimately, does it really matter? What should we take away from studying these concepts?

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series |Blackhawk Church  

Evangelical Theology: A Biblical and Systematic Introduction |Michael Bird

Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church |N.T. Wright

The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism: How the Evangelical Battle over the End Times Shaped a Nation |Daniel G. Hummel

 

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org. 

]]>26ab51d4-b157-4f91-a5d6-85fb04e13fb5Sun, 16 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -050039:27falsefull135513Once Upon A Future | Understanding Hell and JudgementOnce Upon A Future | Understanding Hell and JudgementJoin hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore the challenging topics of hell and judgement - what it is and isn’t, and how we might square our view of God as loving and good with the idea of Hell.

 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

Evangelical Theology | Michael Bird

Erasing Hell: What God Said about Eternity, and the Things We've Made Up | Francis Chan + Preston Sprinkle

Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion | Rebecca McLaughlin

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore the challenging topics of hell and judgement - what it is and isn’t, and how we might square our view of God as loving and good with the idea of Hell.

 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

Evangelical Theology | Michael Bird

Erasing Hell: What God Said about Eternity, and the Things We've Made Up | Francis Chan + Preston Sprinkle

Confronting Christianity: 12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion | Rebecca McLaughlin

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>62365049-d7a0-4c44-a4ad-fb5ffcee5e55Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -050038:52falsefull134413Once Upon a Future | What Happens When We Die?Once Upon a Future | What Happens When We Die?Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore what the Bible says about life after death and the promise of eternal life with Jesus. 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church  

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to explore what the Bible says about life after death and the promise of eternal life with Jesus. 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church  

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>223355f4-5422-499c-8121-37df9b23c10aThu, 27 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -050037:02falsefull133313Once Upon a Future | The Book of Revelation and The Invisible RealmOnce Upon a Future | The Book of Revelation and The Invisible RealmJoin hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Charles Yu to explore the invisible realm and how the book of Revelation shows us that there’s more going on around us than meets the eye. 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Invisible Realm Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible | Michael S. Heiser

Intro to Spiritual Beings | BibleProject

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Join hosts Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp as they sit down with Pastor Charles Yu to explore the invisible realm and how the book of Revelation shows us that there’s more going on around us than meets the eye. 

Referenced Resources:

Once Upon a Future (Revelation) Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Invisible Realm Series | Blackhawk Church 

The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible | Michael S. Heiser

Intro to Spiritual Beings | BibleProject

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>897bff58-0878-47b5-a888-eb33f4267a87Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -050038:02falsefull132213Stronger Together | Navigating Relationships in the Empty Nest and Retirement StagesStronger Together | Navigating Relationships in the Empty Nest and Retirement StagesJoin Christian Eggers and guest Carmen Boyd as she shares her personal journey, joys, and challenges of relationships in the empty nest and retirement stage of life.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Series Resource Page

]]>Join Christian Eggers and guest Carmen Boyd as she shares her personal journey, joys, and challenges of relationships in the empty nest and retirement stage of life.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Series Resource Page

]]>d858633c-17dd-47a1-97f8-aba39eddbf7cTue, 04 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -050034:31falsefull123312Once Upon a Future | Reading Revelation DifferentlyOnce Upon a Future | Reading Revelation DifferentlyOn this episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to discuss how he started to read Revelation differently some time ago, and what the book has to offer us underneath all the weirdness and chaos.

Want to contact us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Additional Resources:

Once Upon a Future Resource page

]]>On this episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Pastor Chris Dolson to discuss how he started to read Revelation differently some time ago, and what the book has to offer us underneath all the weirdness and chaos.

Want to contact us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Additional Resources:

Once Upon a Future Resource page

]]>fbbbe88b-6ab6-43d9-98f2-2bb8644fe09fSun, 02 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -050030:19falsefull131113Stronger Together | Navigating Relationships in Your 20s and 30sStronger Together | Navigating Relationships in Your 20s and 30sIn this episode we hear from Christian Eggers and Sam Peterson about the joys, challenges and nuances of relationships in your 20s and 30s.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Resource page

]]>In this episode we hear from Christian Eggers and Sam Peterson about the joys, challenges and nuances of relationships in your 20s and 30s.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Resource page

]]>cf5c6079-12b6-4c88-972d-8917d198ad68Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -050046:00falsefull122212Stronger Together | Building Deeper Friendships as MenStronger Together | Building Deeper Friendships as MenIn this episode we hear from CJ Klaas and John Reis about the impact of spiritual friendships on their lives and why it’s important for everyone, but specifically men, to follow God in community.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Resource page

]]>In this episode we hear from CJ Klaas and John Reis about the impact of spiritual friendships on their lives and why it’s important for everyone, but specifically men, to follow God in community.

Additional Resources:

Stronger Together Resource page

]]>b84a7ba8-f567-4b71-a815-777f4077f08eTue, 21 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -050047:14falsefull121112Money Talks | Money Examen PrayerMoney Talks | Money Examen PrayerThe Money Examen Prayer is a resource connected to the Money Talks sermon series. Use this examen prayer to reflect on your heart’s relationship to money.

Additional Resources:

Money Talks Resource Page

]]>The Money Examen Prayer is a resource connected to the Money Talks sermon series. Use this examen prayer to reflect on your heart’s relationship to money.

Additional Resources:

Money Talks Resource Page

]]>ea75e5c2-bae0-4c51-bd02-9f2bff5933c2Mon, 29 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -050010:59falsefull3773Under Construction | Your Questions AnsweredUnder Construction | Your Questions AnsweredFor this season’s last podcast episode, Veronica and Michael ask questions that you, listeners wrote in for Charles Yu.

Additional Resources:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>For this season’s last podcast episode, Veronica and Michael ask questions that you, listeners wrote in for Charles Yu.

Additional Resources:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>4cdc5f0f-1d76-46fa-a970-90481c85644fThu, 22 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -050051:02falsefull117711Under Construction | The Exclusive Claims of JesusUnder Construction | The Exclusive Claims of JesusNavigating the exclusive claims of Jesus can be a complicated and intimidating process. Join Veronica and Michael this week as they share what this process has looked like for them, as well as other bold claims that Jesus made. 

Additional Resources:

Under Construction Resource Page

 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>Navigating the exclusive claims of Jesus can be a complicated and intimidating process. Join Veronica and Michael this week as they share what this process has looked like for them, as well as other bold claims that Jesus made. 

Additional Resources:

Under Construction Resource Page

 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>f5a1932a-27b0-4694-8f03-035ce654fac2Thu, 15 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -050043:52falsefull116611Under Construction | What if I Disagree with the Bible?Under Construction | What if I Disagree with the Bible?At some point or another, all of us can find ourselves disbelieving in different parts of the Bible. This week, Veronica + Michael share about their own journey of navigating disbelief, the road to reconstruction that they took, as well as normalizing this process. 

Additional Resources:


If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>At some point or another, all of us can find ourselves disbelieving in different parts of the Bible. This week, Veronica + Michael share about their own journey of navigating disbelief, the road to reconstruction that they took, as well as normalizing this process. 

Additional Resources:


If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>9bbefb4b-767e-49ef-a72b-079fa561d792Thu, 08 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -050034:08falsefull115511Under Construction | Faith & ScienceUnder Construction | Faith & ScienceThe relationship between faith and science has been a challenge to navigate for many. In this week’s episode, Veronica and Michael talk about personal experiences, and then Michael interviews Chris Dolson and Rick Lindroth as they dig deeper into this larger conversation than they were able to during the Sunday message. 

Resources

Under Construction: Rebuilding a Lasting Faith Series | Blackhawk Church

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>The relationship between faith and science has been a challenge to navigate for many. In this week’s episode, Veronica and Michael talk about personal experiences, and then Michael interviews Chris Dolson and Rick Lindroth as they dig deeper into this larger conversation than they were able to during the Sunday message. 

Resources

Under Construction: Rebuilding a Lasting Faith Series | Blackhawk Church

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>bf4fbf9d-53ee-4899-bb11-05bfca78e257Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -050052:50falsefull114411Under Construction | SufferingUnder Construction | SufferingIt’s not if we will experience suffering, but when. Join Michael and Veronica as they talk about suffering: How God is with us, the importance of moving towards community in suffering, how to navigate someone else’s suffering well, and so much more!  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

  • Under Construction Resource Page
  • Related Podcast Episode: Walking With Jesus Through Suffering https://player.captivate.fm/episode/60647804-b1f6-4636-b422-84ff447f3166

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>It’s not if we will experience suffering, but when. Join Michael and Veronica as they talk about suffering: How God is with us, the importance of moving towards community in suffering, how to navigate someone else’s suffering well, and so much more!  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

  • Under Construction Resource Page
  • Related Podcast Episode: Walking With Jesus Through Suffering https://player.captivate.fm/episode/60647804-b1f6-4636-b422-84ff447f3166

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>53365051-4233-498c-9a53-aac5350836edThu, 25 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -050038:38falsefull113311Under Construction | What if I Love Jesus but Struggle with Christians?Under Construction | What if I Love Jesus but Struggle with Christians?“What if I Love Jesus but Struggle with Christians?” is a reality that all of us have had to navigate, whether we consider ourselves a part of the Christian “family” or not. Join Michael and Veronica as they talk about what it could look like to move towards health as a Christian family and how hurt is inevitable; but when we choose to love God and love others and navigate hurt intentionally, big things can happen in our lives and in our community.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>“What if I Love Jesus but Struggle with Christians?” is a reality that all of us have had to navigate, whether we consider ourselves a part of the Christian “family” or not. Join Michael and Veronica as they talk about what it could look like to move towards health as a Christian family and how hurt is inevitable; but when we choose to love God and love others and navigate hurt intentionally, big things can happen in our lives and in our community.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>89393a50-4cf8-4ade-8e6e-8331a8173464Thu, 18 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -050040:05falsefull112211Under Construction | Rebuilding a Lasting FaithUnder Construction | Rebuilding a Lasting FaithDeconstruction and reconstruction is a natural process that all of us will encounter in one way or another when it comes to our faith. Digging deeper after Sunday’s message, join Michael and Veronica as they talk about different areas of deconstruction and reconstruction in their own life, and what it could look like for Blackhawk to go under construction well.  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Deconstruction and reconstruction is a natural process that all of us will encounter in one way or another when it comes to our faith. Digging deeper after Sunday’s message, join Michael and Veronica as they talk about different areas of deconstruction and reconstruction in their own life, and what it could look like for Blackhawk to go under construction well.  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Under Construction Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>2d7a0ac4-5065-41de-bfce-7178a0e333c5Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -050043:49falsefull111111Live This Book | Q & R with Charles YuLive This Book | Q & R with Charles YuOn this surprise episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Charles Yu as he answers some of the questions you all sent in from our Live This Book series.

Additional Resources:

 Live This Book Resource Page

Want to contact us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>On this surprise episode, Tiffany and Chris sit down with Charles Yu as he answers some of the questions you all sent in from our Live This Book series.

Additional Resources:

 Live This Book Resource Page

Want to contact us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>349071af-6ba1-415e-a52a-3160edc4ab18Thu, 29 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -050047:35falsefull917179Walking with Jesus | Finishing WellWalking with Jesus | Finishing WellWe wrap up our Walking with Jesus series by talking to Pastor Emeritus Chris Dolson about his transition from senior pastor to pastor emeritus, what faith has looked like for him in the second half of life, and what it might mean for him to “finish well.”

Have a question or want to reach out to us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>We wrap up our Walking with Jesus series by talking to Pastor Emeritus Chris Dolson about his transition from senior pastor to pastor emeritus, what faith has looked like for him in the second half of life, and what it might mean for him to “finish well.”

Have a question or want to reach out to us? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>1f2a3aca-5fba-4989-ad6d-a096e1ab8e2fThu, 13 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -050041:21falsefull107710Walking with Jesus | Through SufferingWalking with Jesus | Through SufferingThis week is Holy Week, and Chris is joined by Pastor Anne Kierce and Sarah Stevens to hear more of Sarah’s story and what it’s looked like on her faith journey to walk through seasons of suffering.

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This week is Holy Week, and Chris is joined by Pastor Anne Kierce and Sarah Stevens to hear more of Sarah’s story and what it’s looked like on her faith journey to walk through seasons of suffering.

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>60647804-b1f6-4636-b422-84ff447f3166Thu, 06 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -050033:54falsefull106610Walking with Jesus | Speed Bumps on the JourneyWalking with Jesus | Speed Bumps on the JourneyThis week we’re joined by Heather Watts, our Responsive Care Coordinator and a spiritual director in training. We’ll talk about common speed bumps on the journey of faith, how to help someone else who’s struggling, and ways we can navigate the speed bumps in our lives.

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>This week we’re joined by Heather Watts, our Responsive Care Coordinator and a spiritual director in training. We’ll talk about common speed bumps on the journey of faith, how to help someone else who’s struggling, and ways we can navigate the speed bumps in our lives.

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

 

]]>bfe353a6-c64e-466d-9814-8ecf1fa8748eThu, 30 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -050043:37falsefull105510Walking with Jesus | Seasons of FaithWalking with Jesus | Seasons of FaithTiffany and Chris talk through some of the different seasons of faith we might walk through on the journey of faith. Listen in as they tell stories about initially following Jesus, hitting walls along the way, and what it’s looked like to continue on the path.

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Tiffany and Chris talk through some of the different seasons of faith we might walk through on the journey of faith. Listen in as they tell stories about initially following Jesus, hitting walls along the way, and what it’s looked like to continue on the path.

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>fe85bfc7-baf5-4c1b-a8dc-f84ddada1425Thu, 23 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -050045:31falsefull104410Walking with Jesus | Spiritual PracticesWalking with Jesus | Spiritual PracticesPastor Daniel Owen joins Tiffany and Chris to talk about the practices God uses in our lives to form and shape us. Some of them will be really familiar, and others might come as a surprise!

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Pastor Daniel Owen joins Tiffany and Chris to talk about the practices God uses in our lives to form and shape us. Some of them will be really familiar, and others might come as a surprise!

Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>b3d1d722-71f0-453d-977e-724f5a3f86e5Thu, 16 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -050040:18falsefull103310Walking with Jesus | The Things that Form UsWalking with Jesus | The Things that Form UsHow do we change and grow? Who brings that transformation? Us? God? And how do we even know if we’re growing to become more like Jesus? What would that look like? Join us as we take a deep dive into the topic of spiritual formation this week!

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

 

 

]]>How do we change and grow? Who brings that transformation? Us? God? And how do we even know if we’re growing to become more like Jesus? What would that look like? Join us as we take a deep dive into the topic of spiritual formation this week!

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

 

 

]]>65702504-e414-485f-bfa8-6a0a5a088946Thu, 09 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -050043:49falsefull102210Walking with JesusWalking with JesusThis week, Tiffany and Chris kick off the Walking with Jesus mini-series by talking about what’s ahead over the next five weeks, including what “spiritual formation” is all about, why this mini-series, and why now. 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

 

 

]]>This week, Tiffany and Chris kick off the Walking with Jesus mini-series by talking about what’s ahead over the next five weeks, including what “spiritual formation” is all about, why this mini-series, and why now. 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

 

 

]]>ea41cbc0-c4e6-471c-9791-8abc07279d3aThu, 02 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -050016:32falsefull101110Live this Book | Living as ExilesLive this Book | Living as ExilesPastor Adam Penning joins Tiffany and Chris this week to talk about the similarities we share with the Israelite exiles who were living in a foreign land and what we can learn from them as we engage with a culture around us that doesn’t always share our worldview and values.

Additional Resources:

 Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>Pastor Adam Penning joins Tiffany and Chris this week to talk about the similarities we share with the Israelite exiles who were living in a foreign land and what we can learn from them as we engage with a culture around us that doesn’t always share our worldview and values.

Additional Resources:

 Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>c8c04011-e6cd-4bdf-a862-6ffcae48a2abThu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -050035:21falsefull916169Live this Book | A Different Perspective on JusticeLive this Book | A Different Perspective on JusticeOften when we have conversations about justice, that conversation centers on white majority culture and what WE think about justice, how we can help those around us, etc. And that’s really helpful. We SHOULD be talking about how we can love and serve those around us and address the injustice we see. But the conversation around justice is much different when you’re talking with those who’ve been marginalized and disadvantaged in some way. Justice is good news. It brings hope. In this week’s episode, Chris and Christian sit down with Pastor Colier McNair to discuss how predominantly black churches might engage with the topic of justice.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Often when we have conversations about justice, that conversation centers on white majority culture and what WE think about justice, how we can help those around us, etc. And that’s really helpful. We SHOULD be talking about how we can love and serve those around us and address the injustice we see. But the conversation around justice is much different when you’re talking with those who’ve been marginalized and disadvantaged in some way. Justice is good news. It brings hope. In this week’s episode, Chris and Christian sit down with Pastor Colier McNair to discuss how predominantly black churches might engage with the topic of justice.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>9e57e019-8647-4f5f-9c5b-9f5856746665Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:00:00 -050029:15falsefull915159Live this Book | An Introduction to LentLive this Book | An Introduction to LentLent is the season leading up to Easter that Christians have used for centuries to fast, pray, and prepare ourselves for Easter Sunday. This week, Chris and Veronica are joined by Amy Hauptman to talk about the season of Lent, how we’ve all engaged in that season, and some ideas for how to dive in yourself.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Lent is the season leading up to Easter that Christians have used for centuries to fast, pray, and prepare ourselves for Easter Sunday. This week, Chris and Veronica are joined by Amy Hauptman to talk about the season of Lent, how we’ve all engaged in that season, and some ideas for how to dive in yourself.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

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]]>302607b1-a310-4aed-9830-4d6b5cc09e70Thu, 26 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -050031:36falsefull914149Live this Book | Should We Still Follow the Law Today?Live this Book | Should We Still Follow the Law Today?Chris and Tiffany are joined by Pastor Charles Yu to dig further into the topic of the Ten Commandments, the Law, how God uses the Law to create a new culture for His people, and which laws we should still follow today.  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Chris and Tiffany are joined by Pastor Charles Yu to dig further into the topic of the Ten Commandments, the Law, how God uses the Law to create a new culture for His people, and which laws we should still follow today.  

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>26c319b2-db9f-41da-9080-c6a678045dd8Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -050040:20falsefull913139Live this Book | New Year’s Resolutions and Connecting with GodLive this Book | New Year’s Resolutions and Connecting with GodChris and Tiffany are joined by Veronica Hummel, our Associate Director of Spiritual Formation, to talk about New Year’s Resolutions and some of the rhythms and practices that help them connect with God and be formed by Him.

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]]>Chris and Tiffany are joined by Veronica Hummel, our Associate Director of Spiritual Formation, to talk about New Year’s Resolutions and some of the rhythms and practices that help them connect with God and be formed by Him.

Additional Resources:


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]]>92fefce7-33f3-4133-9ea7-0c18113ba04eThu, 05 Jan 2023 08:00:00 -050029:04falsefull912129Live this Book | Partnership PrayerLive this Book | Partnership PrayerPastor Charles Yu join us this week to dig deeper into his message on partnership prayer. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

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]]>Pastor Charles Yu join us this week to dig deeper into his message on partnership prayer. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>5fd79bba-9c84-4b4a-b718-831465476763Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -050023:01falsefull911119Live this Book | Singleness and Life in the ChurchLive this Book | Singleness and Life in the ChurchThis week, Christian Eggers, our Associate Director of Young Adults Ministry, and Michael Knapstad, our Pastor of College-Age Ministry and Internships join the podcast to talk about what it’s like to be single in the Church, and ways we can better love and include single people in our own community.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This week, Christian Eggers, our Associate Director of Young Adults Ministry, and Michael Knapstad, our Pastor of College-Age Ministry and Internships join the podcast to talk about what it’s like to be single in the Church, and ways we can better love and include single people in our own community.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>e6d91f72-33af-4151-a088-a1d22e07d8edThu, 17 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -050044:50falsefull910109Live this Book | What is Advent?Live this Book | What is Advent?Rachel Chancellor, our Director of Blackhawk Kids, joins us this week to talk about all things Advent. What is the season of Advent? And what are some ways we can press into this season to prepare our hearts for Jesus’ arrival?

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

Advent Page

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]]>Rachel Chancellor, our Director of Blackhawk Kids, joins us this week to talk about all things Advent. What is the season of Advent? And what are some ways we can press into this season to prepare our hearts for Jesus’ arrival?

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

Advent Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>693c5625-4dbf-45a6-86ef-2411bfb80330Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -050027:44falsefull9999Live this Book | Climate Change Discussion with Dr. Rick Lindroth and Chris DolsonLive this Book | Climate Change Discussion with Dr. Rick Lindroth and Chris DolsonIn this bonus episode, we’re releasing part of the conversation Pastor Chris Dolson had with longtime Blackhawk Church member, Dr. Rick Lindroth, as part of our Science and Faith course. Dr. Lindroth has a PhD in Ecology and has spent most of his career as a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this conversation, they discuss what science says about climate change, ways we can make a difference, and whether there’s hope for a better future.
Additional resources related to this week’s episode:
 
Live This Book Resource Page
  
If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
]]>In this bonus episode, we’re releasing part of the conversation Pastor Chris Dolson had with longtime Blackhawk Church member, Dr. Rick Lindroth, as part of our Science and Faith course. Dr. Lindroth has a PhD in Ecology and has spent most of his career as a professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In this conversation, they discuss what science says about climate change, ways we can make a difference, and whether there’s hope for a better future.
Additional resources related to this week’s episode:
 
Live This Book Resource Page
  
If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
]]>9eeb2602-0c8e-4b95-91ce-1030e0867b93Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:00:00 -050049:49falsefull9889Live this Book | Caring for CreationLive this Book | Caring for CreationHannah (our Director of Worship Arts) and Will Busse join the podcast to talk about how they’ve learned about different environmental issues and what their family of five is doing to care for creation.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>Hannah (our Director of Worship Arts) and Will Busse join the podcast to talk about how they’ve learned about different environmental issues and what their family of five is doing to care for creation.

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>33163822-4c92-4644-acb9-1d0cf5055fd2Thu, 03 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -050046:16falsefull9779Live this Book | Adam and Eve and Coughing AttacksLive this Book | Adam and Eve and Coughing AttacksThis week Tiffany and Chris answer questions from this past Sunday, reflect on what’s stood out up to this point in our Live This Book series, and give an update on what’s ahead on the podcast. 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This week Tiffany and Chris answer questions from this past Sunday, reflect on what’s stood out up to this point in our Live This Book series, and give an update on what’s ahead on the podcast. 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>153dfbe8-9259-45e2-a1e9-60e3fb95c246Thu, 27 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -050015:33falsefull9669Live this Book | Marriage, Divorce, and SinglenessLive this Book | Marriage, Divorce, and SinglenessThis week, Matt Metzger and Charles Yu join the podcast to answer your questions about marriage, divorce, and singleness. 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This week, Matt Metzger and Charles Yu join the podcast to answer your questions about marriage, divorce, and singleness. 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer on the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>b8dbe6e7-9c9f-42fd-b69b-e7ea542ef555Thu, 13 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -050038:14falsefull9559Live this Book | Recovering the Image of GodLive this Book | Recovering the Image of GodThis week, Pastor Charles Yu joins the podcast to dig deeper into the idea that we’re made in “the image of God.” If that’s true, how can we lean into that reality and be renewed and transformed to more fully reflect the image of God to those around us? 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>This week, Pastor Charles Yu joins the podcast to dig deeper into the idea that we’re made in “the image of God.” If that’s true, how can we lean into that reality and be renewed and transformed to more fully reflect the image of God to those around us? 

Additional resources related to this week’s episode:

Live This Book Resource Page

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>1903e511-aa8f-494c-8b51-e0be8a16acb0Thu, 06 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -050045:50falsefull9449Live this Book | Is Science Compatible with Faith?Live this Book | Is Science Compatible with Faith?This week, Pastor Chris Dolson and Jeff Hardin, a professor in integrative biology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, join us for a conversation about science and faith. 

 Additional Resources:

Live This Book Resource Page

 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>This week, Pastor Chris Dolson and Jeff Hardin, a professor in integrative biology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, join us for a conversation about science and faith. 

 Additional Resources:

Live This Book Resource Page

 

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>d5de92c5-86ec-497f-92b3-6a0966d21e99Thu, 29 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -050047:20falsefull9339Live this Book | “I Don’t Know What to Do with My Hands”Live this Book | “I Don’t Know What to Do with My Hands”Pastor Matt Metzger joins the podcast this week to talk more about some of the different ways we can connect with God. Then listen in to the Q & A section at the end as we talk more about the reading plans that are available and how to use them.

Additional Resources:

Live This Book Resource Page

Sacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God | Gary Thomas

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Pastor Matt Metzger joins the podcast this week to talk more about some of the different ways we can connect with God. Then listen in to the Q & A section at the end as we talk more about the reading plans that are available and how to use them.

Additional Resources:

Live This Book Resource Page

Sacred Pathways: Nine Ways to Connect with God | Gary Thomas

If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>f05d8e86-a1e9-4c92-9afa-ff0461da89d7Thu, 22 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -050042:11falsefull9229Live this Book | Behind the CurtainLive this Book | Behind the CurtainPastor Charles Yu joins the podcast this week to peek behind the curtain of the Live This Book series – why this series, why now, what we hope God does over the next nine months, and what to do when you disagree with the Bible.

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]]>Pastor Charles Yu joins the podcast this week to peek behind the curtain of the Live This Book series – why this series, why now, what we hope God does over the next nine months, and what to do when you disagree with the Bible.

Additional Resources:


If you have questions you’d like us to answer in the next episode, submit them to podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

 

]]>f6b1d40d-90cf-4f89-aa00-c24699f0c77cThu, 15 Sep 2022 08:00:00 -050040:58falsefull9119Next Steps | How Are You Being Formed?Next Steps | How Are You Being Formed?This week, Tiffany and Chris are joined by Daniel Owen and Lynne Benik to talk about the ways they’re being formed and what books, podcasts, practices, and people God is using in their lives to shape and mold them.

Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, Tiffany and Chris are joined by Daniel Owen and Lynne Benik to talk about the ways they’re being formed and what books, podcasts, practices, and people God is using in their lives to shape and mold them.

Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>b137e857-34c8-4664-b2b3-15a427949859Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -050030:38falsefull3663Evangelism | The Missional Context in Madison with Dr. Christopher JamesEvangelism | The Missional Context in Madison with Dr. Christopher JamesListen in as Tiffany and Chris talk with Dr. Christopher James, the Associate Professor of Evangelism and Missional Christianity at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. We’ll talk about the missional context here in Madison and Dane County, and some of innovative things churches are doing to love their neighbors well.

9:38 – An “ecology of churches” working together in Madison //

16:27 – Madison’s “post-Christian” context //

20:46 – What Madison’s changing context means for mission //

24:28 – “Come and See” vs. “Go and Be” //

28:29 – The city of Madison compared to surrounding rural areas //

35:13 – Some of the innovative things churches are doing to love their neighbors //

46:42 – What do you hope is true of the churches in Madison 10-20 years from now? //

51:22 – What Tiffany hopes is increasingly true of Blackhawk Church in the future //

Visit Dr. James’ website at chrisbjames.com.

]]>Listen in as Tiffany and Chris talk with Dr. Christopher James, the Associate Professor of Evangelism and Missional Christianity at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary. We’ll talk about the missional context here in Madison and Dane County, and some of innovative things churches are doing to love their neighbors well.

9:38 – An “ecology of churches” working together in Madison //

16:27 – Madison’s “post-Christian” context //

20:46 – What Madison’s changing context means for mission //

24:28 – “Come and See” vs. “Go and Be” //

28:29 – The city of Madison compared to surrounding rural areas //

35:13 – Some of the innovative things churches are doing to love their neighbors //

46:42 – What do you hope is true of the churches in Madison 10-20 years from now? //

51:22 – What Tiffany hopes is increasingly true of Blackhawk Church in the future //

Visit Dr. James’ website at chrisbjames.com.

]]>7dfcc99d-fb94-42d0-a2e6-21445c4d8b35Wed, 22 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -050057:41falsefull8558Evangelism | A Conversation with Matt Metzger (Part 2)Evangelism | A Conversation with Matt Metzger (Part 2)This week we continue with part two of our conversation with Pastor Matt Metzger and get really practical as we talk about approaches to sharing our faith and what motives us to share the Good News with others.

1:04 – Turning the conversation toward spiritual topics //

7:56 – Practical ways to communicate the gospel and the power of sharing our stories //

12:55 – What motivates you to share your faith? //

]]>This week we continue with part two of our conversation with Pastor Matt Metzger and get really practical as we talk about approaches to sharing our faith and what motives us to share the Good News with others.

1:04 – Turning the conversation toward spiritual topics //

7:56 – Practical ways to communicate the gospel and the power of sharing our stories //

12:55 – What motivates you to share your faith? //

]]>1269cf90-c7e0-4e33-ae94-952697c36588Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -050019:28falsefull8448Evangelism | A Conversation with Matt MetzgerEvangelism | A Conversation with Matt MetzgerListen in as Tiffany and Chris talk with Pastor Matt Metzger about what it’s looked like for him to share his faith and how we can invest in relationships with those around us. Then join us next week for the second half of this conversation.

5:20 – Matt talks about what evangelism has looked like in his own life //

12:08 – Investing in relationships with people in our lives //

18:38 – How we might pursue relationships with people outside the church //

Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Listen in as Tiffany and Chris talk with Pastor Matt Metzger about what it’s looked like for him to share his faith and how we can invest in relationships with those around us. Then join us next week for the second half of this conversation.

5:20 – Matt talks about what evangelism has looked like in his own life //

12:08 – Investing in relationships with people in our lives //

18:38 – How we might pursue relationships with people outside the church //

Questions or comments? Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>0ca1feb3-c5ab-4c03-86c9-36a8c602cb6eWed, 08 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -050028:37falsefull8338Evangelism | What is It? (Part Two)Evangelism | What is It? (Part Two)In part two of this conversation, Pastors Chris Kopp, Daniel Owen, and Adam Penning talk about some of the reasons they tend to shy away from evangelism, what motivates them to share their faith, and the perception in our culture that it’s inappropriate to tell people about Jesus.

1:04 – Reasons we shy away from sharing our faith //

4:52 - Is evangelism inappropriate? //

12:35 – What motivates you to tell people about Jesus? //

20:05 – What is Alpha? //

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>In part two of this conversation, Pastors Chris Kopp, Daniel Owen, and Adam Penning talk about some of the reasons they tend to shy away from evangelism, what motivates them to share their faith, and the perception in our culture that it’s inappropriate to tell people about Jesus.

1:04 – Reasons we shy away from sharing our faith //

4:52 - Is evangelism inappropriate? //

12:35 – What motivates you to tell people about Jesus? //

20:05 – What is Alpha? //

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>560ff9b8-db32-4b25-bfd6-304ff597f804Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -050025:48falsefull8228Evangelism | What is It? (Part 1)Evangelism | What is It? (Part 1)The Next Steps podcast is BACK! In part one of this conversation, Pastors Chris Kopp, Daniel Owen, and Adam Penning talk about the idea of evangelism, misconceptions surrounding it, and what it can look like. Join us next week for the rest of the conversation.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>The Next Steps podcast is BACK! In part one of this conversation, Pastors Chris Kopp, Daniel Owen, and Adam Penning talk about the idea of evangelism, misconceptions surrounding it, and what it can look like. Join us next week for the rest of the conversation.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>e8f168c9-6712-428b-841b-4b3673a95714Wed, 24 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -050025:52falsefull8118Rooted | Jesus’ ReturnRooted | Jesus’ ReturnThis week, we answer questions about Jesus’ return, whether we all need to agree on a specific end times theory, and we wrap up the Rooted series. If you have follow-up questions from today’s episode, email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>This week, we answer questions about Jesus’ return, whether we all need to agree on a specific end times theory, and we wrap up the Rooted series. If you have follow-up questions from today’s episode, email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>a06fe24e-b547-4dfa-9b70-0c6535d70de1Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -050021:41falsefull710107Rooted | Heaven and HellRooted | Heaven and HellThis week, we answer questions about Heaven and Hell and the shape of eternity. Thanks for sending in your questions! Due to the amount of questions we received, we weren’t able to cover all of them, but we’ll try to respond to as many of your emails as possible. If you have follow-up questions from today’s episode, email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

If it would be helpful for you to talk with someone from our Care team about the recent loss of a loved one or anything else that these topics have brought up for you, please reach out to us or visit our Care page at https://blackhawk.church/care/.

]]>This week, we answer questions about Heaven and Hell and the shape of eternity. Thanks for sending in your questions! Due to the amount of questions we received, we weren’t able to cover all of them, but we’ll try to respond to as many of your emails as possible. If you have follow-up questions from today’s episode, email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

If it would be helpful for you to talk with someone from our Care team about the recent loss of a loved one or anything else that these topics have brought up for you, please reach out to us or visit our Care page at https://blackhawk.church/care/.

]]>df3e5ec7-0a0a-44ab-bc1b-32c718cb9e62Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -050034:09falsefull7997Rooted | Living Like JesusRooted | Living Like JesusThis week, we answer questions about what it could look like not just to know ABOUT God but to know Him relationally, how God molds us and shapes us to more fully love others and care for the poor and oppressed, and what it might look like in 2021 to make disciples in each of our lives.

]]>This week, we answer questions about what it could look like not just to know ABOUT God but to know Him relationally, how God molds us and shapes us to more fully love others and care for the poor and oppressed, and what it might look like in 2021 to make disciples in each of our lives.

]]>74699350-70c4-4185-ad19-797f6d10a1aeWed, 25 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050038:02falsefull7887Rooted | ChurchRooted | ChurchThis week, we answer questions about what it could look like to be “rooted in the Church,” whether gathering with a few friends is the same thing as attending a local church, and what to do to find community in a large church.

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]]>This week, we answer questions about what it could look like to be “rooted in the Church,” whether gathering with a few friends is the same thing as attending a local church, and what to do to find community in a large church.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>200594e9-3cfd-4d62-aba6-25fb63651903Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050029:34falsefull7777Rooted | Holy SpiritRooted | Holy SpiritThis week, we answer questions about who the Spirit is in relation to God the Father and Jesus, we talk about how to discern if you’re hearing from the Spirit, and what to do in seasons where it’s hard to feel the Spirit’s presence in our lives.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we answer questions about who the Spirit is in relation to God the Father and Jesus, we talk about how to discern if you’re hearing from the Spirit, and what to do in seasons where it’s hard to feel the Spirit’s presence in our lives.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>cf1d5a8e-fead-47a5-b4ab-3e4fa5b5312fWed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050030:51falsefull7667Rooted | The CrossRooted | The CrossThis week, we answer questions about why sin leads to death, why Jesus had to die on the Cross, and how the Cross might impact our lives on a daily basis.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we answer questions about why sin leads to death, why Jesus had to die on the Cross, and how the Cross might impact our lives on a daily basis.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>58e5c311-685f-4037-b4a0-630cc9b78eb7Wed, 04 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -050025:36falsefull7557Rooted | JesusRooted | JesusThis week, we answer questions about what it might look like to live submitted to Jesus’ lordship in a sinful world, how to continue to grow in our surrender to Christ, and what helpful accountability can look like.

]]>This week, we answer questions about what it might look like to live submitted to Jesus’ lordship in a sinful world, how to continue to grow in our surrender to Christ, and what helpful accountability can look like.

]]>583e58f2-9706-4822-b2b9-07778683a613Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050037:03falsefull7447Rooted | HumanityRooted | HumanityThis week, we answer questions about what it means to be created in the image of God, the extent to which that image has been tarnished in us, and would it could look like to reflect God’s image in 2021.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we answer questions about what it means to be created in the image of God, the extent to which that image has been tarnished in us, and would it could look like to reflect God’s image in 2021.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>8fdd67d7-2ff4-4c34-84c1-0bf83e87b864Wed, 21 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050027:59falsefull7337Rooted | The BibleRooted | The BibleThis week, we answer questions about the Bible, including what we mean when we say that it’s “verbally inspired,” and “without error in the original writings,” and we discuss what to do when we disagree with something in Scripture.

For more resources, check out https://www.blackhawkchurch.org/resources-tools/rooted/

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we answer questions about the Bible, including what we mean when we say that it’s “verbally inspired,” and “without error in the original writings,” and we discuss what to do when we disagree with something in Scripture.

For more resources, check out https://www.blackhawkchurch.org/resources-tools/rooted/

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>7fdcc4a2-f9b4-436c-8f8a-6c3f63f8f569Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050025:52falsefull7227Rooted | GodRooted | GodThis week, we answer questions about the nature of God, including why he chose to create humanity, how nature and science can reveal God to us, and what to do with Old Testament passages linking God to violence and genocide.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we answer questions about the nature of God, including why he chose to create humanity, how nature and science can reveal God to us, and what to do with Old Testament passages linking God to violence and genocide.

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>e567f670-401c-4d8b-ab54-e33ab47b13ebWed, 07 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -050028:27falsefull7117Next Steps | Interview with Chris and Becky DolsonNext Steps | Interview with Chris and Becky DolsonThis week, we sit down with Pastor Chris and his wife Becky to reflect on their 27 years at Blackhawk Church. They tell stories about doing backflips in the middle of the street, how they work on sermons together, and what they’re looking forward to in this next season. Don’t miss it!

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, we sit down with Pastor Chris and his wife Becky to reflect on their 27 years at Blackhawk Church. They tell stories about doing backflips in the middle of the street, how they work on sermons together, and what they’re looking forward to in this next season. Don’t miss it!

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>4e3dc6f6-d2e1-4a4b-98ae-a303b4b1099cWed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -050049:53falsefull3553Next Steps | Rule of Life and Spiritual RhythmsNext Steps | Rule of Life and Spiritual RhythmsThis week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk with C.J. Klaas and John Reis about how they’ve used a tool called a Rule of Life to “rebuild differently.”

Resources mentioned in this episode:

“The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry,” John Mark Comer // “You Are What You Love,” James K.A. Smith // “The Road Back to You,” Ian Morgan Cron // www.practicingtheway.org // Rule of Life Workbook: https://tinyurl.com/hw29wbpd

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk with C.J. Klaas and John Reis about how they’ve used a tool called a Rule of Life to “rebuild differently.”

Resources mentioned in this episode:

“The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry,” John Mark Comer // “You Are What You Love,” James K.A. Smith // “The Road Back to You,” Ian Morgan Cron // www.practicingtheway.org // Rule of Life Workbook: https://tinyurl.com/hw29wbpd

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>9b50b71a-88a2-4190-904f-145361fea226Wed, 19 May 2021 00:00:00 -050046:53falsefull3443Next Steps | Deconstruction and Doubt (Part Two)Next Steps | Deconstruction and Doubt (Part Two)This week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy, Michael Knapstad, and Chris Kopp continue in their conversation about doubt and deconstruction, share their own stories of deconstruction, and give some encouragement to those that might be in a similar season right now.

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]]>This week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy, Michael Knapstad, and Chris Kopp continue in their conversation about doubt and deconstruction, share their own stories of deconstruction, and give some encouragement to those that might be in a similar season right now.

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]]>359f8db3-d779-4fb5-8e59-a926759ebb8eWed, 28 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -050041:46falsefull3333Next Steps | Deconstruction and Doubt (Part 1)Next Steps | Deconstruction and Doubt (Part 1)This week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy, Michael Knapstad, and Chris Kopp talk about doubt and deconstruction, what can cause those seasons, and the fact that it’s entirely normal and healthy for Christ-followers to go through these stages of faith. Then join us next week for the second part of this conversation.

Music by Travis Agnew and Chris Kopp

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week, Pastors Tiffany Malloy, Michael Knapstad, and Chris Kopp talk about doubt and deconstruction, what can cause those seasons, and the fact that it’s entirely normal and healthy for Christ-followers to go through these stages of faith. Then join us next week for the second part of this conversation.

Music by Travis Agnew and Chris Kopp

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>d4092d62-dd62-49b8-931d-9271e18c7a0eWed, 21 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -050041:09falsefull3223Galatians | Prayer of ExamenGalatians | Prayer of ExamenTo help us grow more self-aware and more aware of how God has been present in our lives, Chris Kopp leads us through a short Prayer of Examen.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>To help us grow more self-aware and more aware of how God has been present in our lives, Chris Kopp leads us through a short Prayer of Examen.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>4dbbe55e-469f-493a-8582-eedd4946a1bcWed, 31 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6996Galatians | Walk By The SpiritGalatians | Walk By The SpiritTiffany Malloy leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 5:13-16.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim


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]]>Tiffany Malloy leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 5:13-16.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim


Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>4b7a6f55-140c-46a8-baa8-aab2e188040bWed, 24 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050010:03falsefull6886Galatians | Freedom in ChristGalatians | Freedom in ChristLynne Benik leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 5:1-6.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

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]]>Lynne Benik leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 5:1-6.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>d2e1ddc0-87d3-4e36-842b-c17c87d45321Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6776Galatians | Love for OthersGalatians | Love for OthersJimmy Bero leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 4:12-16.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

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]]>Jimmy Bero leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 4:12-16.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>a38c396e-a6b1-4bf9-8da5-c08557612293Wed, 10 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6666Galatians | Adopted into the FamilyGalatians | Adopted into the FamilyHannah Busse leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 3:26-29.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

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]]>Hannah Busse leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 3:26-29.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>686be246-72a0-4102-96ac-bc18b21850dcWed, 03 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6556Galatians | Blessed and InvitedGalatians | Blessed and InvitedGalatians Devotional – Blessed and Invited

]]>Galatians Devotional – Blessed and Invited

]]>900ca52c-43be-453d-8768-78957bf524a6Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6446Galatians | Crucified with ChristGalatians | Crucified with ChristBen Knox leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 2:20.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Ben Knox leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 2:20.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>48beb2c2-1947-42a5-adaf-bd9560c5c8e5Wed, 17 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -050010:04falsefull6336Galatians | Transformed by the GospelGalatians | Transformed by the GospelDaniel Owen leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 1:22-24.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Daniel Owen leads us through a lectio divina practice focused on Galatians 1:22-24.

Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>a2350b88-c5d0-4bd2-b4f8-eea1641b72fdWed, 10 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -050010:21falsefull6226Galatians | The RescueGalatians | The RescueGalatians Devotional – The Rescue

]]>Galatians Devotional – The Rescue

]]>c1220e46-ab5c-4ce7-be03-0d91bb534c16Wed, 03 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -050010:21falsefull6116Break Through | Dealing with Anxiety and Raising Healthy Kids // With Michelle OwenBreak Through | Dealing with Anxiety and Raising Healthy Kids // With Michelle OwenThis week we talk with Michelle Owen, a licensed counselor and member of Blackhawk Fitchburg, about dealing with anxiety and how to help our kids stay mentally and emotionally healthy.

Message: Break Through: Encourage Our People | Chris Dolson

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • Blackhawk Church Care Page: https://blackhawk.church/care
  • What to do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety by Dawn Huebner. https://www.dawnhuebnerphd.com/worry-too-much-overcoming-anxiety/.
  • Try Softer by Aundi Kolber
  • Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week we talk with Michelle Owen, a licensed counselor and member of Blackhawk Fitchburg, about dealing with anxiety and how to help our kids stay mentally and emotionally healthy.

Message: Break Through: Encourage Our People | Chris Dolson

Resources mentioned in this episode:

  • Blackhawk Church Care Page: https://blackhawk.church/care
  • What to do When You Worry Too Much: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Anxiety by Dawn Huebner. https://www.dawnhuebnerphd.com/worry-too-much-overcoming-anxiety/.
  • Try Softer by Aundi Kolber
  • Get Out of Your Head by Jennie Allen

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>12fa37e1-caff-4f62-9d22-0e58b4fd9d5aWed, 20 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -050029:40falsefull5335Break Through | Self-Care with Sandra MaloneBreak Through | Self-Care with Sandra MaloneThis week we talk with Sandra Malone from our Care team about how to be attentive to our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health, and the importance of engaging in self-care.

Message: Break Through: Face our Giants | Michael Knapstad

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Blackhawk Care: https://blackhawk.church/care/

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week we talk with Sandra Malone from our Care team about how to be attentive to our mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health, and the importance of engaging in self-care.

Message: Break Through: Face our Giants | Michael Knapstad

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Blackhawk Care: https://blackhawk.church/care/

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>aae290df-c9bc-497d-9b00-68253790a0a4Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -050040:28falsefull5225Break Through | A Conversation on LamentBreak Through | A Conversation on LamentThis week we talk with Pastors Chris Dolson and Colier McNair about the practice of lament, its important throughout the history of the Black Church, and what it can look like in our own lives.

Message: Break Through: Open Hearts | Chris Dolson

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Aaron Niequist (A New Liturgy) - Lament Practice - www.anewliturgy.com/no-7-lament

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week we talk with Pastors Chris Dolson and Colier McNair about the practice of lament, its important throughout the history of the Black Church, and what it can look like in our own lives.

Message: Break Through: Open Hearts | Chris Dolson

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Aaron Niequist (A New Liturgy) - Lament Practice - www.anewliturgy.com/no-7-lament

*Theme music by Travis Agnew

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>72b34536-27d9-45c0-8a1d-c7f0dd2ff036Wed, 06 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -050040:16falsefull5115Advent | LoveAdvent | LoveDustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the love that he has for us.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Dustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the love that he has for us.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>e1285f1f-6e91-414f-aafd-b678c2a89664Wed, 23 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -050015:05falsefull4444Advent | JoyAdvent | JoyDustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the joy that he brings.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Dustin and Andrea Pence, two of our worship and prayer volunteers at Blackhawk Church, take us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the joy that he brings.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>1184a797-cc98-4b21-8c0a-9553f4a8281eWed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -050010:59falsefull4334Advent | PeaceAdvent | PeaceWorship leader Sarah Bianchi takes us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the peace that he brings.

All music written by Sarah Bianchi.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>Worship leader Sarah Bianchi takes us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the peace that he brings.

All music written by Sarah Bianchi.

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

]]>60cd3744-b936-4ded-a086-b43436d80088Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -050018:30falsefull4224Advent | HopeAdvent | HopeWorship leader Sarah Bianchi takes us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the hope that he brings.

All music written by Sarah Bianchi, except “Oh Light” (Gungor and All Sons & Daughters). Closing prayer from “Guerrillas of Grace” by Ted Loder.

]]>Worship leader Sarah Bianchi takes us through an Advent prayer experience that will help us center our hearts on Jesus and the hope that he brings.

All music written by Sarah Bianchi, except “Oh Light” (Gungor and All Sons & Daughters). Closing prayer from “Guerrillas of Grace” by Ted Loder.

]]>ee654346-ecee-46b4-894f-a85d15e60793Wed, 02 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -050020:59falsefull4114Next Steps | Q & A on Race with Pastor Charles YuNext Steps | Q & A on Race with Pastor Charles YuIn this special bonus episode, we do a Q & A with Pastor Charles Yu on the topic of race. In this wide-ranging conversation, Charles answers questions about how to define race, systemic racism, Critical Race Theory, Black Lives Matter, Blackhawk’s multi-cultural vision, and the next steps we can take as individuals.

4:40 – Charles’ background, 6:39 - defining race, 12:58 - race as a social construct, 14:43 - systemic racism, 32:25 - the Christian faith’s solution for racial injustice, 37:41 - differences between the social justice movement and the Kingdom of God, 42:35 - critical race theory, 47:18 - Black Lives Matter and BH’s involvement with the rally over the summer, 51:29 - Blackhawk’s multi-cultural vision, 55:49 - How should I proceed as an individual?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Racism without Racists, Eduardo Bonilla-Silva // Red-lining map website - https://dsl.richmond.edu/panorama/redlining/?fbclid=IwAR1pt-baa0eUWUomJ8BUQPlXiV4dbZEXRXQYwJJXvyUcDb71Ant85GuVdzg#loc=12/43.076/-89.468&city=madison-wi&adview=full&adviewer=sidebar // The Color of Law, Richard Rothstein // Phil Vischer videos – Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGUwcs9qJXY&feature=share&app=desktop, Part Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-yun74BJEc&t=277s // Biased, Jennifer Eberhardt // 13th (movie) - https://www.netflix.com/title/80091741

]]>In this special bonus episode, we do a Q & A with Pastor Charles Yu on the topic of race. In this wide-ranging conversation, Charles answers questions about how to define race, systemic racism, Critical Race Theory, Black Lives Matter, Blackhawk’s multi-cultural vision, and the next steps we can take as individuals.

4:40 – Charles’ background, 6:39 - defining race, 12:58 - race as a social construct, 14:43 - systemic racism, 32:25 - the Christian faith’s solution for racial injustice, 37:41 - differences between the social justice movement and the Kingdom of God, 42:35 - critical race theory, 47:18 - Black Lives Matter and BH’s involvement with the rally over the summer, 51:29 - Blackhawk’s multi-cultural vision, 55:49 - How should I proceed as an individual?

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Racism without Racists, Eduardo Bonilla-Silva // Red-lining map website - https://dsl.richmond.edu/panorama/redlining/?fbclid=IwAR1pt-baa0eUWUomJ8BUQPlXiV4dbZEXRXQYwJJXvyUcDb71Ant85GuVdzg#loc=12/43.076/-89.468&city=madison-wi&adview=full&adviewer=sidebar // The Color of Law, Richard Rothstein // Phil Vischer videos – Part One: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGUwcs9qJXY&feature=share&app=desktop, Part Two: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-yun74BJEc&t=277s // Biased, Jennifer Eberhardt // 13th (movie) - https://www.netflix.com/title/80091741

]]>1dbdefa3-fef3-4486-8c4d-6a268ae4b285Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -050001:03:43falsefull3113I Am | Jesus Changes EverythingI Am | Jesus Changes EverythingThis week we talk with Tom and Becca Whitney who have spent the last four years doing ministry in Angola. They talk about how the person of Jesus has transformed their lives, for Tom, going from an atheist to a Christ-follower, what it’s like to tell people about Jesus for the first time, and why He’s worthy of selling everything and going overseas. Then Chris wraps up the I Am series with an opportunity to reflect on what God has been up to in your life throughout the course of this series.

*Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week we talk with Tom and Becca Whitney who have spent the last four years doing ministry in Angola. They talk about how the person of Jesus has transformed their lives, for Tom, going from an atheist to a Christ-follower, what it’s like to tell people about Jesus for the first time, and why He’s worthy of selling everything and going overseas. Then Chris wraps up the I Am series with an opportunity to reflect on what God has been up to in your life throughout the course of this series.

*Music by Travis Agnew and Hansoo Kim

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>c9ed409a-d2a8-4ffb-beb5-4a811995eb5bWed, 18 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -050048:11falsefull1771I Am | Creating Space to Hear from GodI Am | Creating Space to Hear from GodThis week we talk with Hannah Busse, our Director of Worship Arts, and Sarah Bianchi, one of our volunteer worship leaders, about how they’ve learned to slow down in order to create space to hear from God over the last several years. At the end, Adam and Alicia Penning take us through an extended Prayer of Examen.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Invitation to Solitude and Silence, Ruth Haley Barton

*Music by Travis Agnew and Chris Kopp

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>This week we talk with Hannah Busse, our Director of Worship Arts, and Sarah Bianchi, one of our volunteer worship leaders, about how they’ve learned to slow down in order to create space to hear from God over the last several years. At the end, Adam and Alicia Penning take us through an extended Prayer of Examen.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Invitation to Solitude and Silence, Ruth Haley Barton

*Music by Travis Agnew and Chris Kopp

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>ad003c3e-8881-4163-8e5f-deee1e0bcbcfWed, 11 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -050001:01:47falsefull1661Politics and Faith | Election Reactions & EncouragementPolitics and Faith | Election Reactions & EncouragementToday, Chris and Tiffany are joined by Pastors Colier McNair and Matt Metzger to react to the latest election results and to offer a word of hope and encouragement this week. At the end, Chris takes us through a prayer practice that will help us do a little self-care and to pray for our country and church.

Theme music by Travis Agnew. Reflection music: Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>Today, Chris and Tiffany are joined by Pastors Colier McNair and Matt Metzger to react to the latest election results and to offer a word of hope and encouragement this week. At the end, Chris takes us through a prayer practice that will help us do a little self-care and to pray for our country and church.

Theme music by Travis Agnew. Reflection music: Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod

Contact us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org

]]>ec2ee7f5-d23b-44d6-a015-8e78a8e6a39aWed, 04 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -050040:20falsefull2112Politics and Faith | Part 1Politics and Faith | Part 1This week we talk with Pastors Chris Dolson, Matt Metzger, and Charles Yu from our teaching team about how to approach voting as a Christ-follower, what to do if neither candidate perfectly aligns with our Christian faith, what they hope will be true of Blackhawk Church in this election season, and more. At the end, Ben Knox leads us through a prayer practice centered on politics that will help us see the candidates as created in the image of God, to pray for them, and to be people of peace.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Color of Compromise, Jemar Tisby

To Change the World, James Davison Hunter

Race and Faith Resources - http://www.blackhawkchurch.org/resources/

*Music by Travis Agnew, Chris Kopp, and Hansoo Kim

]]>This week we talk with Pastors Chris Dolson, Matt Metzger, and Charles Yu from our teaching team about how to approach voting as a Christ-follower, what to do if neither candidate perfectly aligns with our Christian faith, what they hope will be true of Blackhawk Church in this election season, and more. At the end, Ben Knox leads us through a prayer practice centered on politics that will help us see the candidates as created in the image of God, to pray for them, and to be people of peace.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Color of Compromise, Jemar Tisby

To Change the World, James Davison Hunter

Race and Faith Resources - http://www.blackhawkchurch.org/resources/

*Music by Travis Agnew, Chris Kopp, and Hansoo Kim

]]>e5c0dc3e-48f2-41cf-8ae3-077d8ff231a8Wed, 28 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -050056:43falsefull2112I Am | What About Those Who Never Hear the GospelI Am | What About Those Who Never Hear the GospelThis week we talk with Pastor Chris Dolson about the exclusive nature of Jesus as “the way, truth, and life,” we discuss what the Bible has to say about those who never had a chance to hear the gospel, and he gives an encouragement to those who might be struggling with doubt or questions about God.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Reason for God, Timothy Keller - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1594483493/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_I00JFbDZ0H726

A Secular Age, Charles Taylor - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0674986911/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_vZ0JFbH37BD04

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

*Music by Travis Agnew

]]>This week we talk with Pastor Chris Dolson about the exclusive nature of Jesus as “the way, truth, and life,” we discuss what the Bible has to say about those who never had a chance to hear the gospel, and he gives an encouragement to those who might be struggling with doubt or questions about God.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

The Reason for God, Timothy Keller - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1594483493/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_I00JFbDZ0H726

A Secular Age, Charles Taylor - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0674986911/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_vZ0JFbH37BD04

Email us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

*Music by Travis Agnew

]]>bb699eb0-42e2-473a-8a9f-3a5dc8caba15Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -050049:23falsefull1551I Am | Raised to New LifeI Am | Raised to New LifeThis week we talk with Becky Allen about life after loss and how her view of death and resurrection has been transformed after the loss of her husband. In the second half of the episode, Chris leads us through a re-telling of the story of Lazarus and some of the events leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Win the Day Productions - https://winthedaypro.com/

*Theme music by Travis Agnew // Reflection music by Hansoo Kim

]]>This week we talk with Becky Allen about life after loss and how her view of death and resurrection has been transformed after the loss of her husband. In the second half of the episode, Chris leads us through a re-telling of the story of Lazarus and some of the events leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Win the Day Productions - https://winthedaypro.com/

*Theme music by Travis Agnew // Reflection music by Hansoo Kim

]]>00f15224-18cc-4c35-b8aa-ddd90419e5c3Wed, 14 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -050042:45falsefull1441I Am | Spiritual Practices that Help Grow our Desire for GodI Am | Spiritual Practices that Help Grow our Desire for GodThis week, we talk with Daniel Owen about spiritual practices and rhythms that can help foster an increased appetite for God and grow our relationship with Him, and Daniel, Tiffany, and Chris talk about seasons in their lives where it felt like they’d “hit a wall” and God seemed distant. In the second half of the episode, Tiffany leads us through the story of the Feeding of the 5000 and helps us place ourselves in the crowd with Jesus.

Resources mentioned in this episode:


]]>This week, we talk with Daniel Owen about spiritual practices and rhythms that can help foster an increased appetite for God and grow our relationship with Him, and Daniel, Tiffany, and Chris talk about seasons in their lives where it felt like they’d “hit a wall” and God seemed distant. In the second half of the episode, Tiffany leads us through the story of the Feeding of the 5000 and helps us place ourselves in the crowd with Jesus.

Resources mentioned in this episode:


]]>b4f2f3fe-41b4-4982-be31-6eaf7e30c725Wed, 30 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050035:54falsefull1331I Am | Growing in Awareness of God and SelfI Am | Growing in Awareness of God and SelfThis week, we talk with Adam and Alicia Penning about the need to slow down and become more aware of God’s presence and what He might be trying to do in our lives. In the second half of the episode, Adam and Alicia lead us in the Prayer of Examen, a guided prayer time that will help us examine our lives and pay attention to how God’s at work.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Disruptive Witness: Speaking Truth in a Distracted Age, Alan Noble - https://www.amazon.com/Disruptive-Witness-Speaking-Truth-Distracted/dp/083084483X

Music by Travis Agnew

]]>This week, we talk with Adam and Alicia Penning about the need to slow down and become more aware of God’s presence and what He might be trying to do in our lives. In the second half of the episode, Adam and Alicia lead us in the Prayer of Examen, a guided prayer time that will help us examine our lives and pay attention to how God’s at work.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Disruptive Witness: Speaking Truth in a Distracted Age, Alan Noble - https://www.amazon.com/Disruptive-Witness-Speaking-Truth-Distracted/dp/083084483X

Music by Travis Agnew

]]>f43ae8cc-93f8-4f04-bee6-f6557310d43cWed, 23 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050030:32falsefull1221I Am | Why Jesus’ Words Matter in 2020I Am | Why Jesus’ Words Matter in 2020In this episode, we talk with Pastor Charles Yu about why the words of Jesus are so relevant in 2020, Charles shares some personal anecdotes about his own faith journey, and we end with a brief reflection that will help center us on Christ.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

I Am: The One Who Changes Everything | Charles Yu

The King Jesus Gospel, Scot McKnight - www.amazon.com/King-Jesus-Gospel-Original-Revisited/dp/0310531454

Simply Good News, N. T. Wright - www.amazon.com/Simply-Good-News-Gospel-Makes/dp/0062334352

The Bible Project – Check out this video on “The Gospel of the Kingdom” - bibleproject.com/explore/gospel-kingdom/

Or browse their full collection here - bibleproject.com/

Music by Travis Agnew

]]>In this episode, we talk with Pastor Charles Yu about why the words of Jesus are so relevant in 2020, Charles shares some personal anecdotes about his own faith journey, and we end with a brief reflection that will help center us on Christ.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

I Am: The One Who Changes Everything | Charles Yu

The King Jesus Gospel, Scot McKnight - www.amazon.com/King-Jesus-Gospel-Original-Revisited/dp/0310531454

Simply Good News, N. T. Wright - www.amazon.com/Simply-Good-News-Gospel-Makes/dp/0062334352

The Bible Project – Check out this video on “The Gospel of the Kingdom” - bibleproject.com/explore/gospel-kingdom/

Or browse their full collection here - bibleproject.com/

Music by Travis Agnew

]]>e2d41fde-a104-4520-973d-b5ed9e71cd37Wed, 16 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -050029:31falsefull1111