ECHO

Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

How should we respond when church leaders are caught in scandal? This is a topic that come us in church family conversations. Unfortunately, the church is not immune to crisis.
Join Ryan and his guests as they share their perspectives on this topic. 

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Beth Grissom is the Women's Ministry and Prayer Ministry director for the Carolina Conference. Beth is married to Chris, the love of her life, and they have three children and just became grandparents to a beautiful baby boy.

Joe Pieretti grew up in Puerto Rico, and was exposed to various denominations of Christianity in addition to local witchcraft or Santeria. After pursuing a career in music, Joe became a Seventh-day Adventist in 2013. While he still has a passion for music he is now a pastor of the Carolina Conference serving in the Raleigh area with his wife and daughter.

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Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

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Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

Liberal vs. Conservative...is one better than the other? This is a controversial debate that has been going on across denominational lines for years. Join Ryan and his guests as they share their perspectives in this discussion.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Casey Vaughn is an Adventist pastor in the greater Charlotte area. When she’s not working with one of her two churches, she enjoys reading, playing with her cats, or writing. One of her current projects is a book on Conservation and its relevancy to Adventism. For more information about her churches or her books you can find her online at pastorcasey.net.

Luke Kendall is a nursing student at Southern Adventist University.

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Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

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Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

"What do I do with Ellen White?" In the Adventist circle, Ellen White is a controversial subject. There are many feelings and opinions about her in reguards to her ministry contribution. Join Ryan and his guests as they share their perspectives on the life and ministry of Ellen White and the Seventh-day Adventist church.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Ryan Ashlock has served as pastor of the University City Seventh-day Adventist Church since 2012. He has a passion for helping people connect with God, understand how Christian faith is based on reason and evidence, and think through the implications of the gospel for life, work, and relationships. Ryan and his wife Laura, have three teenage daughters. Prior to coming to Charlotte, the Ashlocks spent five years in Thailand where Ryan taught religion classes at Asia-Pacific International University and served as senior pastor of the University Church.

Joe Pieretti grew up in Puerto Rico, and was exposed to various denominations of Christianity in addition to local witchcraft or Santeria. After pursuing a career in music, Joe became a Seventh-day Adventist in 2013. While he still has a passion for music he is now a pastor of the Carolina Conference serving in the Raleigh area with his wife and daughter.

www.theprojectrefresh.org
www.isryanbeckerright.com

Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

Support the show

Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

How do you support a friend who's depressed? That question is, unfortunately, very relevant to today's statistics. Depression is at an all time high, and most likely you have someone in your inner circle who suffers from it. The National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC) reported that over 41% of adults suffer from depression. So find out what our guests have to share with Ryan on how to help a friend or family member who is depressed.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Paola Alvarez is the assistant to the Vice President for Finance at the Carolina Conference. She is married to the love of her life and the mother of two adorable kids. Alvarez is passionate of about her family, her faith and has a desire for everyone she meets to know Jesus.

Rachel Beaver is senior public relations major at Southern Adventist University. She is also a writer in their Marketing and University Relations office and the humor editor for the Southern Accent. She is also the current communications director at Bowman Hills SDA church.

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www.isryanbeckerright.com

Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

Support the show

Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

What is the point of a "Small Group?" How do I start one? How do I join one? The topic of "Small Groups" conjures up a myriad of questions. Join Ryan and his guests as they dive head first into this topic.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Tim Cove has a wide range of experience working and investing in people.  He has spent 20 years in education and 11 in pastoral ministry. Two great themes run through his life Natural Science and Biblical Christianity.  With a master’s degree in each, life is a wonderful journey finding God revealed everywhere he looks.  Tim's favorite places tend to involve kayaks, campfires, books and tools.  His greatest desire is to nudge others closer to Jesus.

Maria Bryant was born in Ukraine but have lived in Charlotte, North Carolina for most of my life. She is raising a little dachshund with her husband and they both serve in our local church. She is a Disney fanatic and enjoy spending time outdoors! 

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Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

Support the show

Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

"How do I forgive someone that continually hurts me?" This is a dilemma for most Christians because we are taught to love everyone. So is it "ok" to cut someone out of your life if they are toxic? Join Ryan and his guest this episode as they explore this topic.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

N. Kim Cove, MS, LMFT has been married to her husband (of over 30 years) Tim and has two adult children Cameo and Jared. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and enjoys water-color painting, reading, knitting, and traveling.

Maria Bryant was born in Ukraine but have lived in Charlotte, North Carolina for most of my life. She is raising a little dachshund with her husband and they both serve in our local church. She is a Disney fanatic and enjoy spending time outdoors! 

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www.isryanbeckerright.com

Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

Support the show

Season 3 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC, and sponsored by Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas.

How did God bring you from where you were to where you are in your beliefs? This "journey" for everyone is different. Join our guests as they share their personal testimonies to where they are now with their faith.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:

Rich Maskelony is a pastor, podcaster, husband, and proud millennial dog parent. He loves opportunities to wrestle the big questions and struggles of life via long talks, sermons, and various forms of storytelling. Rich lives with his wife Shelly and Pitbull Scout in rural NC. He currently serves the Florence First and Lumber River Seventh-day Adventist Churches.

Rachel Beaver is senior public relations major at Southern Adventist University. She is also a writer in their Marketing and University Relations office and the humor editor for the Southern Accent. She is also the current communications director at Bowman Hills SDA church.

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www.isryanbeckerright.com

Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for sponsoring this show. 

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Season 2 was shot and recorded at the Collegedale Church, in Collegedale, TN, on the campus of Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students and university staff.

Often times, we as Christians feel like we have to "know" everything. But there are a lot of unknowns when it comes to the Christian walk where we have to just live by faith and trust. Join Ryan and his guests as they dive into this final question in the Season 2 finale.

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:
Richie Halversen, is a pastor, evangelist, and church planter. His passion for Jesus and people is palpable. After years of battling drug addiction, and running away from God’s calling on his life, he experienced a powerful conversion. After years of recovery, and helping others who were struggling with addiction as he had, Richie accepted God’s calling into pastoral ministry. He serves as senior pastor of the Bowman Hills Seventh-day Adventist church in Cleveland TN. His partner in ministry is his wife Brittney who he has been married to for over 21 years. They have four children:  Kaleb, Hayley, Tristen, and Taylor.

Derek Schroer is currently a Freshman at Southern Adventist University studying Business. He grew up in Kansas City, but currently lives in Asheville, North Carolina. He enjoys playing golf and guitar, making videos, and traveling with his friends.


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Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for allowing us to record on their campus. 

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Season 2 was shot and recorded at the Collegedale Church, in Collegedale, TN, on the campus of Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students and university staff.

Politics is definitely a hot button topic. But one thing that a lot of Christians have themselves having a hard time navigating is knowing how their faith should interact with their political persuasion. In this episode, we are not bashing political parties or candidates. Please join us as Ryan and his guests share their view points on navigating this minefield. 

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:
Chris Sauve is the associate pastor at the Chattanooga First SDA Church. He was born in Fletcher, NC to Jerry and Retha Sauve. He is married to a beautiful woman named Rebecca, and they have a nice little family (a dog and a cat). He is a recent graduate of the religion program from Southern Adventist University. From a young age, he felt the call of the Lord to work in Adventist churches. He hopes, through ministry and the power of Christ, to see revival among those in his local community, and those to whom he can reach.

Isabela (Isa) Tavares is a Communications Studies major at Southern Adventist University. She grew up in Brazil and can confirm that soccer there actually is a big deal. She loves singing, taking pictures, petting dogs, and a bunch of other things that she’s still trying to fit all into one career.


www.theprojectrefresh.org
www.isryanbeckerright.com

Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for allowing us to record on their campus. 

Support the show

Season 2 was shot and recorded at the Collegedale Church, in Collegedale, TN, on the campus of Southern Adventist University.

Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students and university staff.

Does it ever feel like other people have miracles happen in there lives but when you pray for a miracle it doesn't happen? You are not alone, there are many people who feel this way. Join Ryan and his guests as they explore this topic. 

Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:
Jessica Williams is an Admissions Counselor at Southern Adventist University. For 13 years she taught Bible at Loma Linda Academy, and was heavily involved in the planning of SECC’s Junior-Senior Bible Conferences and One Life Retreats.  During her time at LLA, she was also a pilot teacher and contributor to the NAD Encounter High School Bible Curriculum. Jessica earned a B.A. in Theology and Religious Education from Southern Adventist University in 2005 and a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction from La Sierra University in 2018. In her spare time she enjoys travelling, snowskiing, spending time with family and friends, being active in the great outdoors, and curling up with a good book on a rainy day.

Harold Carvajal is a sophomore at Southern Adventist University. He was born in Paterson, New Jersey, but has lived in Cocoa, Florida since he was 6 years old. He is currently majoring in Finance, with the goal of working for SpaceX after he graduates. He is 18 years old, and will be turning 19 in May. Harold enjoys the outdoors greatly, so anything that deals with nature usually captures his interest. Since he has lived near the water for most of his life, many of his hobbies and interests deal with water and aquatic life. He loves to go swimming, fishing, and boating whenever he can while in Florida. However, while he is here in Tennessee, he does a lot of photography and hiking around the campus during his spare time. He also does a lot of longboarding whenever he gets a chance to. He enjoys going on road trips and exploring different places. He also loves learning about new cultures and new languages. Currently, he only knows Spanish and English, but has a goal of studying Italian over the summer.

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Special Thanks to Southern Adventist University for allowing us to record on their campus.

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