BVC Pastor Speak

Lead Pastor Derrick Lynch and Campus Pastors Jonathan Lock & Micah Hayes, talk about their new roles as well as dealing with the pandemic during 2020.

Pastor Derrick and Phastor John talk about the ancient Christmas hymn, "Of the Father's Love Begotten."

The recording of "Of the Father's Love Begotten" used in this episode is used by license agreement with Concordia Publishing in accordance with US copyright laws. “Of the Father’s Love Begotten” (c) 2005, Concordia House Publishing, cph.org Used by Permission

Starting a new job at a new church with a new congregation can be stressful. In today's episode of BVBC Pastor Speak, Antioch Campus Pastor Jonathan Lock interviews Zach Wiggins about his journey into ministry and how he returned to familiar Blue Valley. Zach, new Minister to Students at the Antioch Campus, shares about his family plus opportunities for student ministry.

Pastor Derrick interviews Daniel Darling, author of the book, "The Characters of Christmas." Each chapter of this book is about a different character in the familiar Christmas story. Through the eyes of these individuals involved in the birth of Jesus, you may discover something you never knew. A new addition to your reading list this Advent season.

The holidays can be very difficult for those dealing with loss and grief. Pastor Micah interviews Aim Chaosan (Minister to Children and Students at the BVBC Ridgeview Campus) about the recent loss of his father and how his faith sustains him during this time.

Pastor Derrick interviews Dr. Tracy McElhattan (Director of Early Childhood Ministries at the BVBC Antioch Campus) about The Christmas Story for Preschool Families, a new collection of family devotions and activities specifically designed to help share the Christmas story with preschool children. And of course, with sugar cookies and frosting!

Pastor Derrick Lynch interviews Pastor John Hollan about our Advent worship and celebrations - including a special Advent gift for Blue Valley members and our unique 2020 Christmas Eve services.