We had an incredible time at the Better Together Men's Retreat this year. We were excited to add a panel discussion with Pastor Doug Reed, Pastor Mark Cuprik, Pastor Mikel Lagaras, Pastor Nathan Bacorn along with our guest speaker Rev. Barry Young.  We took our podcast equipment and were able to capture it. Take a listen and join everyday men, finding our purpose in order to walk out our mandate. 

Enjoy this week's podcast as we join Pastor Mikel Lagaras of Victory Christian Center Warren Campus and Pastors Doug Reed and Mike Miller of Bridge of Hope  as they discuss worship in the modern church setting and what is at the heart of it all. 

There have been many misconceptions and outright lies told in the media as to what is happening in the Middle East. As Christians, we know God is setting things up for the entrance of King Jesus. Listen as my friends Doug Reed, David Nekrutman, Pastor Steven Khoury and myself as we discuss the current events in Israel and particularly in Gaza. 

You may be asking yourself, "What can I do to stay connected and make a difference?" Visit this website for more information. https://www.holylandmissions.org/

We couldn't get all the goodness in one episode, so here is part two! We're talking with the Wakefields all things freedom. Financial freedom to start, as we are getting ready to launch a Financial Peace University here at Warren Campus, but the foundations of freedom are true whether its finances or anything else in our lives.

Meet the Wakefields:
Dan and Val met during high school in 1981 and are natives of this area. Dan graduated from Reserve and Valerie from Niles. They were married in August of 1986 and celebrate 35 years this year! Dan works for the McIntosh Group, which manufactures and distributes home audio products, and Val works for Novelis as an accountant. They have two children. Abigail is 26 and lives in North Carolina and Benjamin, 22, who lives in Alliance Ohio.

Financial Peace University begins May 13th at 6:00 pm and runs for 9 weeks. The registration link is: https://www.financialpeace.com/classes/1134838

Books mentioned in the podcast:
The Legacy Journey by Dave Ramsey https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Journey-Radical-Biblical-Generosity/dp/1937077713/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2EC4X0B557BR3&dchild=1&keywords=the+legacy+journey+dave+ramsey&qid=1616518373&sprefix=the+legacy+jour%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-2

Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson https://www.amazon.com/Draw-Circle-Day-Prayer-Challenge/dp/0310327121/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2K8IQMV6IEZR3&dchild=1&keywords=draw+the+circle+the+40+day+prayer+challenge&qid=1616518405&sprefix=draw+the+circle%2Caps%2C238&sr=8-1

The Law of Identification by EW Kenyon https://www.amazon.com/Identification-Romance-Redemption-W-Kenyon-ebook/dp/B06ZZFKQR4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+law+of+identification+ew+kenyon&qid=1616518483&sr=8-1

This one! You don't want to miss this one! We're talking with the Wakefields all things freedom. Financial freedom to start, as we are getting ready to launch a Financial Peace University here at Warren Campus, but the foundations of freedom are true whether its finances or anything else in our lives.
 
 Meet the Wakefields:
 Dan and Val met during high school in 1981 and are natives of this area. Dan graduated from Reserve and Valerie from Niles. They were married in August of 1986 and celebrate 35 years this year! Dan works for the McIntosh Group, which manufactures and distributes home audio products, and Val works for Novelis as an accountant. They have two children. Abigail is 26 and lives in North Carolina and Benjamin, 22, who lives in Alliance Ohio.
 
 Financial Peace University begins May 13th at 6:00 pm and runs for 9 weeks. The registration link is: https://www.financialpeace.com/classes/1134838

Books mentioned in the podcast:
The Legacy Journey by Dave Ramsey https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Journey-Radical-Biblical-Generosity/dp/1937077713/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2EC4X0B557BR3&dchild=1&keywords=the+legacy+journey+dave+ramsey&qid=1616518373&sprefix=the+legacy+jour%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-2

Draw the Circle by Mark Batterson https://www.amazon.com/Draw-Circle-Day-Prayer-Challenge/dp/0310327121/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2K8IQMV6IEZR3&dchild=1&keywords=draw+the+circle+the+40+day+prayer+challenge&qid=1616518405&sprefix=draw+the+circle%2Caps%2C238&sr=8-1

The Law of Identification by EW Kenyon https://www.amazon.com/Identification-Romance-Redemption-W-Kenyon-ebook/dp/B06ZZFKQR4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+law+of+identification+ew+kenyon&qid=1616518483&sr=8-1

We were so excited to host Doc Mike Chichak and his wife, Kelly, today on the podcast. We talked about what it takes to step out in faith. The risk. The reward.Doc Mike works as a medical doctor, is a husband and father and serves at his church. He’s a busy man. But when the Holy Spirit speaks to add something in to his already busy schedule, the ultimate answer is always yes.  Join us as we dig deep into this journey and take a look at what it actually looks like to say yes and what happens when we do. 

Meet the Chichaks:

Michael and Kelly have been together almost 19 years. Through their life walk, they have had encounters with Jesus that have marked them, making their yes to God a consist theme. Michael is a physician, business owner, and writer. Kelly is a worship leader, who serves her community and church in multiple areas, and is a lover of all things Jesus. Each pursue God’s plans for their lives as they raise their 3 children ( Grant , Carter , & Joy.)    

Doc Thoughts Link: https://www.facebook.com/DocThoughtswithDrMikeChichak

Book: Complete 101 Series by John Maxwell (Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Complete-101-Collection-Every-Leader/dp/1400203953/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2O29Y6R3MK0JJ&dchild=1&keywords=john+maxwell+101+complete+collection&qid=1614005532&sprefix=maxwell+the+complete+%2Caps%2C198&sr=8-2 )

We're smack in the middle of winter, and in Ohio that means we still have a few months of cold and snow ahead of us. Frustrations come from unrealistic expectations and uncomfortable situations. We are so excited for you to join this conversation on seasons, snow and not getting frustrated. Share it with a friend who could use some encouragement. Thanks for listening, and don't forget - WE ARE BETTER TOGETHER!

Thanks for hanging out with us today. We really miss everyone and just wanted to connect. You may have heard that some of us had COVID last month. We just wanted to take a minute and talk about our experiences, what it was like, what we learned, some bright spots and how God walked us through. 

For some, the most wonderful time of the year can be the bluest time of the year. No matter what you do, depression and anxiety seem to plague your days and fill your nights. Join Mikel & Toni as they talk from experience about practical ways to walk through the holidays without depression or anxiety. 

Join Mikel, Toni & Anne as they talk about their biggest pet peeves and what it looks like to live a life of love in today's charged culture.