Companions

This week on Companions on the Journey, Pastor Angelo and Pastor Becca dive into Paul’s most urgent memo yet—Galatians. Why is Paul so fired up? Because a church he planted is trading the wide-open freedom of the gospel for the cramped confines of rule-keeping. In this conversation we unpack his bold defense of grace, explore the clash between law and Spirit, and trace how “faith working through love” still reframes our lives today. We’ll wrestle with identity, belonging, and what it really means to keep in step with the Spirit—plus a quick tour through the Fruit Stand (yes, those nine fruits).

Whether you’re new to Galatians or looking to go deeper, join us for an honest, hope-filled chat that will leave you breathing easier and walking lighter. Hit play, grab your Bible, and let’s discover the freedom Christ has already signed, sealed, and delivered.

In this episode of Companions, we wrap up our journey through 2 Corinthians with a conversation on chapters 8–13. From Paul’s radical vision of generosity to his vulnerable self-defense and the challenge of managing expectations in ministry, we dig into what it means to lead with both grace and grit. Whether you’ve ever struggled with how to talk about money in church or felt the tension of living faithfully in the face of criticism, this conversation has something for you.

In this episode of The Companions Podcast, Pastors Angelo and Becca dive deep into Paul’s most personal letter—2 Corinthians. From the pain of conflict to the joy of reconciliation, this conversation explores how Paul leads with vulnerability, defends his ministry with integrity, and casts a vision for gospel-shaped community. Together, we’ll unpack what it means to be “living letters,” why God puts treasure in jars of clay, and how comfort in Christ becomes the foundation for comfort in crisis. If you've ever wrestled with weakness, leadership, or the messiness of church life, this episode is for you.

What if the church was never meant to be perfect—but instead a place where love is practiced in real time? In this episode of Companions, Pastor Angelo and Pastor Becca take a deep dive into the second half of 1 Corinthians, exploring big themes like freedom, worship, spiritual gifts, love, and resurrection.

With 1 Corinthians 13 as our anchor, we’ll reframe the “Love Chapter” not as a wedding reading, but as Paul’s bold invitation to cruciform community. Along the way, we’ll talk about what it means to be a church that chooses love over ego, equity over status, and hope over cynicism—even when things get messy.

Whether you’ve read 1 Corinthians a hundred times or you’re just curious what Paul has to say to a modern church, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, Becca and Angelo dive into 1 Corinthians 2–6—a section of Paul’s letter that feels uncomfortably honest about the messiness of Christian community. From spiritual wisdom to personal conflict, from ego to accountability, Paul doesn’t hold back. But neither does he give up on the church.Join us for a conversation that explores:

• Why real wisdom often looks like humility

• How spiritual maturity shows up in community

• What it means to confront with love—and be called back to who you really are

• And how God might just be using your mess to grow something holyWhether you’re leading a church, finding your way back to one, or just trying to figure out how to be a better human in hard relationships—there’s something here for you.

In this week’s Companions Podcast, Pastor Angelo and Pastor Becca pick up right where Paul does—at the big therefore of Romans 12. Together they unpack how “living sacrifices” looks in daily life, why Junia’s cameo in Romans 16 matters for today’s church, and how a mercy-shaped community becomes a launchpad for mission.

Then we sail east to Corinth—Rome’s flashy, status-obsessed port city—setting the stage for our next congregational reading. Hear how trade routes, athletic games, and social pecking orders created the perfect storm for church conflict, and why Paul’s opening pages (1 Cor 1-4) still speak to our own divisions.

Whether you’re a Bible-study veteran or opening these letters for the first time, this hour-long conversation keeps things grounded, practical, and full of real-life stories. Grab your Bible, cue up Romans 12-16, and read 1 Cor 1-4 with us this week. Questions or insights? Drop us a note—we’d love to hear from you!

Why do we keep doing the very things we don't want to do? In this episode, Pastor Angelo and Pastor Becca dive deep into the tension of Romans 7—the inner battle between desire and action—and how it speaks to our everyday experience of struggling with sin and self. But the story doesn’t end there. Romans 8 breaks through with breathtaking hope: “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.”

Join us as we explore the movement from captivity to freedom, from law to Spirit, and from shame to adoption. This conversation is honest, pastoral, and filled with good news for anyone who’s ever felt stuck in the struggle.

In this episode of Companions on the Journey, Pastors Angelo and Becca kick off our summer daily reading plan through Paul’s letters with an engaging conversation on Romans 1–3 (and a little bit of chapter 5). Together, they explore Paul’s foundational thoughts on sin, grace, and the human condition—and they don’t shy away from tough topics. From honest reflections on the nature of sin to a thoughtful conversation around human sexuality, this episode invites listeners into a posture of curiosity, humility, and faithfulness as we read together.

Pastors Becca Detterman & Angelo Sanchez close out our Resurrection Life series by diving into Acts 26 & 28. Tune in as they unpack Paul’s bold witness before Agrippa, marvel at the gospel’s unstoppable advance all the way to Rome, and reflect on what this whirlwind journey through Acts means for our own faith and friendships today.

Then stay for a sneak peek at where we’re headed next: a summer-long walk through Paul’s letters that will help us live out resurrection hope in everyday life. Grab your Bible, your coffee, and a friend, and join the conversation!

In this episode of Companions, Pastors Angelo and Becca dive into Acts 17:1-9 and reflect on Becca’s sermon from Sunday. Together, they unpack what it means to live in a way that turns the world upside down — starting with transformation from the inside out. From the courage of the early church to the call for compassionate conviction today, this episode invites listeners to consider how the gospel disrupts, heals, and reorients our lives. Tune in for thoughtful insights, honest conversation, and encouragement for the journey.