This season on Alameda Family Talk, Senior Minister Rusty Tugman is diving into a study on the New Testament book of Galatians as a way of setting a broader context for our Sunday sermon series on the fruits of the spirit.  We hope this season encourages you each week as you walk through life with Christ.

On this episode, Rusty focuses on Paul’s conversion story in Galatians 1.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

This season on Alameda Family Talk, we are diving into a study on the New Testament book of Galatians as a way of setting a broader context for our Sunday sermon series on the fruits of the spirit.  We hope this season encourages you each week as you walk through life with Christ.

In this episode, Rusty focuses on chapter 1 of Galatians.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

This season on Alameda Family Talk, we are diving into a study on the New Testament book of Galatians as a way of setting a broader context for our Sunday sermon series on the fruits of the spirit.  We hope this season encourages you each week as you walk through life with Christ.

In this episode, Senior Minister Rusty Tugman provides an introduction to the theme of Galatians.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

Martin Shikoku came into my office this week with Alameda member, Todd Robeson. Hearing about Martin and Anne’s ministry in Kenya was fascinating! Listen to how this faithful ministry couple met years ago and how God has used them ever since. Hear about how Todd and Martin connected years ago and the work they were able to do together. Martin tells beautiful stories about drilling wells in various towns and planting churches along the way. I hope you will take some time and listen to this fun episode of AFT.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

Brandon Kiefer, our 2017 Summit summer intern, he is finally here! Listen to our fun discussion on his first day in the office. Learn about where he is from, about his family, and why he chose to attend Oklahoma Christian. A combined history major and a band musician, Kiefer loves a good musical. Find out what instrument he plays in the OC band. Do you play ping-pong? Maybe you should challenge him this summer! I hope you will listen to our podcast and then introduce yourself to Kiefer next time you get a chance.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

I was very pleased to visit with Charlotte Barnachez in my office recently. She is a lovely woman full of surprises! Find out where she lived overseas when she was first married. Learn about her far-away children, her sandy Texas childhood, and how she is a mother to well over 74 children! Charlotte is a longtime member of Alameda and has served many people in various ways, through various ministries. Take a listen to our conversation and get to know a little more this faithful servant.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic song!)

We have a hidden treasure who works hard for Alameda week after week, Elda Marroquin. In this episode we learn where Elda is from, the reasons why she left her home country and immigrated to the United States years ago, and how she ended up in Norman, Oklahoma. Do you wonder how immigrants living and working among our church family feel about the current deportation situation in America? Elda offers an insightful perspective. And have you tasted her cooking? She’s good, trust me! Listen to this episode and get to know a little more about Elda Marroquin.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic!)

I was honored to visit with one of our most active and longstanding Alameda members, JoAnn Belknap. During our conversation JoAnn shared about her marriage to Ray Evans, their overseas mission work, and her life with Ray until his untimely death. She also shared how Hal Belknap convinced her to finally go on a first date! Curious? Listen to JoAnn talk about her passion for missions and a special medical clinic in Uganda, her pride for the boys of Troop 77, and her love for the children in Alameda’s toddler room who she takes care of during the summer months on Sunday mornings. This two-time cancer survivor has a vast legacy that extends over decades. I hope you will take a few minutes and get to know JoAnn Belknap.

(Intro and outro music both come from Paul Simon’s You Can Call Me Al. you can purchase this song HERE.)

I was glad to have Serena Norrell come by my office this week. A longtime member of Alameda with quite a life story. Listen to Serena talk about her difficult childhood, dealing with hearing loss, and learning about her Asperger’s Syndrome. Learn about her personal ministry to people in need, and why she has such a passion for telling jokes. Bonus: did you know Serena is two months younger than me! I hope you will listen all the way through our conversation. Let her be a blessing in your life and love you in her wonderful way.

(AFT’s theme song is taken from Paul Simon’s song You Can Call Me Al. Download this classic!)

Drew Hill came by the office this week. Drew is a senior at Norman North High School here in Norman, Oklahoma. Hear from Drew about transitioning to Norman as a freshman, about his front row view at the recent championship game, and his extensive involvement in student government. Drew also shares about his passion for his youth group, the Theo Boys, and Burnt Cabin Christian Camp. What does Drew have to do with West Point and starfish? I say, now there’s a reason to listen! Please be praying for Drew and all of our Alameda high school seniors as they are making big life decisions over the next few months.