In this episode of Between Sundays, we sit down with Joel Ward, our new Discipleship Pastor, to hear how God began stirring his heart and preparing him—and his family—for a new season of ministry at Rainbow Forest.

In this episode, Pastors John and Jeff sit down to talk about the heart of our church’s mission. Together, they explore how this calling is deeply rooted in Scripture and reflected in the message of Malachi, where God calls His people to return, renew their worship, and live faithfully for His glory.Join us as we consider what it means to follow the Lord wholeheartedly and take part in His mission — from our neighborhood to the nations.

Pull up a chair in the final episode of our Worship Series and join us as Heidi Grooms shares how she makes time to worship God in the middle of life’s busyness—as a mom, wife, and partner at the Go Center. In this episode, Heidi talks about why worship matters and offers practical encouragement for overcoming our everyday, fleshly habits to draw closer to the Lord.

Resources from Heidi:

-Lectio 365 App: https://lectio365.com/

-The Knowledge of the Holy, A.W. Tozer With, Skye Jethani

-The Practice of the Presence of God, Brother Lawrence

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From the stage, Jay Nance gets a front-row view of worship in action each Sunday morning. But he also knows that worship doesn’t end when the music stops—it continues throughout the week in everyday moments with God. In this uplifting series focused on worship, Jay joins Pastor John to share how he and his family have drawn closer to the Lord and what it looks like for them to live a lifestyle of worship beyond Sunday.

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Ever wondered why your favorite worship song doesn’t always make the Sunday setlist? In this episode, Pastor Jonathan sits down with his wife, Pilar, for a behind-the-scenes look at how songs are chosen for worship. They’ll talk about the heart, theology, and yes—even the “musical math”—that goes into selecting songs that help our church glorify God together. Tune in for laughs, insight, and the behind-the-scenes process.

Join Haley Woods and Pastor Jeff as they take a trip down memory lane, sharing highlights from last year’s CentriKid Camp! From fun moments and favorite camp memories to powerful God moments that touched hearts, this episode is filled with joy, laughter, and reflection. Hear how the experience deeply impacted Haley and her children — and why CentriKid continues to make such a difference in the lives of our kids and families.

👉 Tune in and get a glimpse of what makes CentriKid more than just a camp — it’s a place where faith grows and memories last a lifetime!

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Retirement doesn’t always look the way we planned, but one thing never changes—God is in control. In our latest podcast, Pastor Lane sits down with Shannon Smith as he shares his unique journey into retirement and how it has stretched his faith, teaching him to lean on God’s provision and strength every step of the way.

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Retirement is not an end but a new season of life—a chance to slow down from work while continuing to live faithfully in God’s calling. It’s a time to reflect on His goodness through the years, to rejoice in the fruit of past labors, and to embrace fresh opportunities to serve, encourage, and invest in others. Even in retirement, our purpose remains the same: to glorify God, to walk closely with Him, and to use the wisdom and experience He has given us for His kingdom work. The Carters share how they’ve stepped into this new season themselves and how they remain faithful to serving and to the church, offering an inspiring reminder that retirement is simply another opportunity to live out God’s mission with joy and purpose.

On this episode of Between Sundays, Pastor John and Pastor Lane talk about Pastor Lane’s transition into a new season of ministry. Beginning October 1, Lane will step into a volunteer pastoral role on staff, continuing to serve with excitement and faith—just from a new vantage point.Together, we celebrate this next chapter for the Hasson family and pray for all that God will do through this opportunity. Let’s keep moving forward in our mission: to love God and others, disciple believers, and deploy the church to make disciples of all nations—for His glory!

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Sawyer Mitchell shares how Upward is creating ‘Constant God Moments’ and talks with Pastor Jonathan about God’s work in the program—plus a look at Revelation 2:18-28!

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