Prairie Podcast

Feed My Lambs w/ GCC Speakers Esther and Sheryl

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0600

Welcome back to the podcast! Today we are excited to have our Global Connections Conference speakers,Esther and Sheryl, with us. They will speak about how important it is to help kids with their mental health.

Can Faith Enter the Boardroom? Mythbusting with Mark.

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0600

Welcome to the Second part of Mythbusting with Mark! In this Episode Marks explains the some myths of apologizing, faith in the boardroom and over communicating.

Can you turn around and Build up? Mythbusting With Mark. Season 3 episode 1 part 1

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0600

Welcome to the Prairie Podcast. Although it has been a while since the last episode, we have come back roaring! This episode, we are greeted with our President Mark Maxwell debunking myths of faith and work. This is only the first part of a two part series so make sure to tune in for the next episode!

Prairie Podcast Christmas Advent Day 22: Love (Joshua Schweer)

Sun, 21 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In our final Advent podcast we welcome Josh Schweer, the youth pastor at Mount Olive Church in Three Hills. Josh reminds us of God’s love through Jesus Christ, who came as the fulfilment of that love. He also encourages the church to love others, as Jesus teaches that this is the greatest commandment.

Christmas Advent Day 15: Joy (Pastor Brad Harback)

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600

"In this week's Advent podcast episode, we welcome Pastor Brad Harback, the lead pastor at Bethel Fellowship Church in Three Hills. Brad discusses the importance of joy versus happiness, emphasizing that the joy of Christ can be experienced in all circumstances. He illustrates this by reflecting on Mary’s story and how she approached her situation with steadfast joy."

Christmas Advent Day 8: Peace (Heather Perry)

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week on our podcast, we welcome Heather Perry, a local pastor’s wife, to share with us about peace. Heather talks about the lack of peace in the days surrounding Jesus’ birth, and how—even in the midst of chaos—Jesus is the very essence of peace.

Advent Day 1: Hope (Pastor Jerred Andreas)

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0600

To kick off our Advent Devotionals, we welcome Pastor Jerred Andreas to share about Hope on the Prairie Podcast. Jerred reminds us that while all humans fall short and are in need of hope, Christ Himself is our true and lasting hope.

Student Stories: Mason Baergon

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are welcomed by Mason Baergon. Mason expresses his passion for preaching and how covenantal Faithfulness really is.

Student Stories: Sarah Barber

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by Sarah Barber. Sarah shares her need of Christ and how Jesus has helped her throughout her life.

Faculty Features: Stacey Bell

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In this weeks episode, we are greeted with the presence of Stacey Bell. Stacey expresses her need of patience and how God always provides.

Student Stories: Charity Clark

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we are joined by Charity Clark. Charity expresses her passion for helping missionary kids fit into society and helping the vulnerable in their daily lives.

Alumni Account: Nelson Reed

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In this week's episode we are joined the one of our alumni, Nelson Reed. Nelson expresses his love of the church and his need for Christ.

Featured Faculty: Bill Nyman

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by two of our distinguished alumni, Scott Isaac and Fred Whaples. Both alumni share their stories of how God brought them to Prairie College and what they are doing to spread God's love out of Prairie.

Student Stories: Student Union President Morgan Kraaikamp

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we are joined by the Student Union President, Morgan Kraaikamp. Morgan shares his strengthened faith in God and his quickly growing friendship with the host, Andrew Wiebe.

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Alumni Account: Distinguished Alumni

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Season 2 Ep. 2 Faculty Feature: Mike Schmidt - God's Calling

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by a member of our staff, Mike Schmidt. Mike shares how God called him to Prairie College and how he uses his love for 3rd world countries to help the greatest needs of the world.

Season 2 Ep. 1: Student Stories: Emma Carlaw

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by Emma Carlaw. Emma shares how she went to prairie and how she walked in faith throughout her life as a student.

Summer Series Finale: Richard Marples - WestJet

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week on our summer podcast series, we're delighted to have Richard Marples from WestJet with us. Richard shares his eagerness to show the love of Jesus Christ through his work as a pilot.

Summer Series: Dori Ward - Three Hills Chateau

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week on our summer podcast series, we're excited to have Dori Ward from the Three Hills Chateau with us. Dori expresses her caring nature towards the seniors and how she shows her faith through her work at the Chateau.

Summer Series: Barry Sommer - Prairie Christian Academy

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week on our summer podcast series, we're thrilled to feature Barry Sommer from Prairie Christian Academy. Barry will share his life as a teacher and vice-principal and how to never give up on students.

Summer Series: Ashley Savage - Dance Celebration

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week on our summer podcast series, we're thrilled to feature Ashley Savage from Dance Celebration. Ashley will share how she expresses her passion for dance and her dedication to her students through her role at Dance Celebration.

Summer Series: Shaun Isaac - Woodchuckers

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week in the summer podcast series we are delighted to have Shaun Isaac from Woodchuckers with us. Isaac shares how he got into the wood delivery business and how he trusts in God no matter what happens.

Summer Series: Andrew Peters - Down to Earth Landscaping

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week in the summer podcast series we are delighted to have with us Andrew Peters from Down to Earth Landscaping with us. Andrew shares his life story along with his passion for landscaping and people.

Summer Series: Dave Pasman - Destination Accounting

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week in the summer podcast series we are delighted to have with us Dave Pasman from Destination Accounting with us. Dave shares how he desires to help those who needs not only financial aid, but also helping them find their purpose in God and life.

Summer Series: Sherri Berg - Busy Bee Bake Shoppe

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week, we're kicking off our summer podcast series with Sherri Berg, owner of Busy Bee Bake Shoppe. Sherri joins us to share her story of starting her bakery and how she aims to spread God's love through her work.

Season 1 Finale: President Mark Maxwell

Fri, 02 May 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by our very own president, Mark Maxwell to wrap up Season 1 of the Prairie Podcast. President Maxwell shares his heart for Prairie, recaps the academic year, and gives us his vision for Prairie's future.

Alumni Account: Nicole Robertson (2024 Graduate) - Don't Worry, Trust God

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we're joined by Nicole who graduated from the Counselling and Christian Formation program here at Prairie. Nicole shares with us about her favourite memories from her time at Prairie and some of the biggest things she learnt.

Faculty Feature: Kevin Peters (Professor of Psychology and Counselling) - Patience with God

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by one of our beloved faculty members, Kevin Peters. Kevin is currently the director of the Counselling and Christian Formation program at Prairie. He shares with us about what he has loved during the 34 years that he has spent at Prairie and what he is learning as he prepares to retire at the end of this year.

Student Stories: Ellie Burak (Integrated Studies) - Love God and Love Others

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we have the pleasure of interviewing Ellie Burak on the podcast. Ellie is in her 3rd year of our Humanities program, now known as the Integrated Studies degree. She shares with us about how she has grown in her time at Prairie and been pushed out of her comfort zone. Prairie has provided a place for her to be shaped into who God wants her to be, and she shares some of the things God has been teaching her recently.

Alumni Account: Jan Crouch (1967 Graduate) - Slow Down and Listen

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In this episode we are joined by Jan Crouch, a Prairie alumnus and wife of the late Graham Crouch who was a professor at Prairie for many years. She shares with us about her journey at Prairie and how she is still involved on campus and around time. Jan describes the profound ways God has been teaching her about slowing down and listening.

Faculty Feature: Dr. Jim Neumann (Professor of New Testament) Transformed by God's Word

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Dr. Jim Neumann, our newest faculty member, joins us on the podcast today. Dr. Neumann is passionate about the Bible, particularly the New Testament, and seeing students transformed as they study Scripture. He shares about recently becoming a father and what God has been teaching him in that journey.

Special Feature: Joshua Bautista (Executive Director of Operation Mobilization Canada)

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Today we have a special episode, featuring Joshua Bautista, Executive Director of Operation Mobilization Canada, and recent speaker for our Global Connections Conference. Josh shares with us about breaking fruit in God's kingdom and his many years of experience in missions, both on the field and behind the scenes. He is passionate about people hearing the gospel and growing in deep relationship with Christ.

Student Stories: Aaron Klok (Pastoral Care and Leadership) - God's Love is Central

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0600

This week we are joined by Aaron Klok, a second year Pastoral Care and Leadership student. He shares his impactful testimony and his passion for ministry. Tune in to hear about what God has been teaching Aaron about love and the centrality of Christ.

Alumni Account: Julie Cavanaugh (2008 Graduate) - Trust What God Chooses For You

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we are joined by Julie Cavanaugh, a Prairie alumnus and recent speaker at the Deeper Youth Conference. She shares with us about the conference, as well as how God has been at work in her life since her time here at Prairie.

Faculty Feature: Jan Cinnamon (Prairie Lead and Nursing Instructor) - Nursing From The Heart

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Today we are joined by Jan Cinnamon, Prairie's lead and nursing instructor. Jan shares with us about the unique, wholistic approach to nursing that Prairie provides with the unique combination of nursing and ministry. She conveys her passion for training nurses and her excitement for the students and the role she gets to play in each of their journeys.

Student Stories: Kylen Koop (Encounter) - God Will Hold You Fast

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we are joined by Kylen Koop, a student in our one year Certificate in Bible. She shares with us about her growth during her time at Prairie so far, her enjoyment of the sports teams, and how God is teaching her to trust him.

Alumni Account: Zac Parkinson (2019 Graduate)

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Today, Zac Parkinson joins us to share about his experience in the Youth Ministry Program and the Songwriting Program. Zac graduated several years ago and is currently working at Prairie as an admissions counsellor, as well as pursuing various music opportunities. He shares with us about foundational truths he learned during his studies at Prairie as well as practical skills that he gained.

Faculty Feature: Dr. Gary Schmidt (Professor of Business)

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Gary Schmidt, professor and Director of the Business program here at Prairie. Dr. Schmidt shares with us about biblical leadership and business administration, as well as his hopes for graduates of the program.

Student Stories: Jasmine Kurian (Intercultural Ministry)

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hearing from Jasmine Kurian, a 2nd year Intercultural Ministry student. She shares about her experience as an international student at Prairie, preparation for her GlobeTREK internship next year, and what she is learning through her current role as an Impact leader on campus.

Alumni Account: Jazzy De Bruyn (2022 Graduate)

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, Jazzy De Bruyn joins us. Jazzy is a graduate from Prairie's Business degree and started a business called It Is Good Cleaning, which she has been running for the last several years. She shares with us how being a business owner has taught her to trust God more, and how her time at Prairie set her up for success.

Faculty Feature: Dr. James Enns (Professor of History)

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0600

Today we are joined by Dr. James Enns for an episode full of stories from his 20+ years on faculty at Prairie. He shares how he met his wife, became and Anglican priest, and many other wonderful anecdotes. From growing up in Europe, to spending several decades in Three Hills, Dr. Enns is full of experience and wisdom, and graciously shares that for our listeners.

Student Stories: Charis Freedman (Outdoor Leadership)

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, we get to hear from Charis about her time in the Outdoor Leadership program. From backpacking trips, to mountain biking, Charis shares about various adventure and her experience as an Explore Intern. Join us to hear about how she has been shaped by her time at Prairie and what God is teaching her at the moment.

Alumni Account: Bill Redifer (1979 Graduate)

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, Bill Redifer joins us with some fascinating stories from his time at Prairie 45 years ago. He also shares stories of his work overseas in various parts of Asia, as well as how God called him back to Prairie to work at the high school. Listen in to hear what God has taught him through his experiences over the years, as well as what he is learning now in his retirement.

Faculty Feature: Kelly Steffen (Professor of Church Ministry)

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, Kelly Steffen joins us to share about his role here on faculty. He tells us about his journey to faith and how he came to join the team at Prairie over 17 years ago. He also shares with us about the new Master of Christian Ministry Leadership that is beginning in January, 2025.

Student Stories: Providence Whitehead (Theology Student)

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we are joined by Providence Whitehead, a 4th year Theology student. She shares with us her adventures on Prairie's Israel trip in the summer of 2023, as well as many things that she has learnt and is continuing to learn in her time at Prairie.

Alumni Account: Navid (2019 Graduate)

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0600

In this episode, we get to hear from Navid, a former intercultural studies student, and a graduate of the Outdoor Leadership Program. He shares lessons that he learnt in his time at Prairie and how those lessons have shaped him and his journey in the years since graduating.

Faculty Feature: Dr. Megan Roberts (Professor of Old Testament)

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0600

Dr. Megan Roberts joins us in this episode to tell us the story of how she joined the faculty at Prairie College and what she loves about teaching the Bible. She explains her definition of true education and how she sees that played out at Prairie College. She shares with us what God has been teaching her about being present, and what it means to deny yourself.

Student Stories: Meet Prairie's Student Union President

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0600

In this episode we get to hear from Prairie's Student Union President, Elijah Eliazar. He shares about serving at Prairie, his favourite classes, and how he has experienced the presence of God.

Welcome to the Prairie Podcast - feat. Dr. Mark Jonah

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0600

Join us this week as Dr. Mark Jonah, our Chief Operating Officer, shares with our host Andrew Wiebe about his heart for Prairie College and the ways God has been teaching him lately.

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Prairie Podcast Trailer

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:00:00 -0600

The Prairie Podcast focusses on sharing the stories of featured students, faculty, and alumni. It is an opportunity to hear personally from those who are deeply connected to the college, exploring the impact of Prairie and how God is currently at work in their lives.