Getting older is something we all face, but rarely talk about. In this episode of Faith+, we reflect on younger years, face the realities of aging, wrestle with loss, and consider what it means to finish life well. Whether you feel like you’ve got plenty of time ahead or you’re starting to feel the years catching up, there’s something here for you.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life. New episodes every second Thursday.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:24) Welcome & Episode Intro

(02:44) What were your younger years like?

(04:39) When did you realise you were not young anymore?

(06:18) Coming to terms with your body deteriorating

(07:54) When did you encounter Jesus and accept him into your life?

(11:25) The most challenging period of your life

(14:10) Current goals and dreams

(16:06) Coping with not being able to keep up with the times

(17:36) Losing independence over time

(19:35) RAPID REVELATIONS

(22:07) Thoughts on death

(25:21) What does finishing well look like?

(26:43) How would you like to be remembered?

(27:43) Outro

(28:13) Bloopers

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Church is a big part of many of our lives, but what actually goes on behind the scenes? In this episode, we answer 10 questions you sent in and discuss what church life looks like beyond Sundays. We touch on the calling of serving God, the challenges, and the rewards. Plus, as a bonus, we share a little about how Faith+ was birthed. We hope this conversation offers a helpful perspective on the church—whether you’re fully invested or still exploring.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life. New episodes every second Thursday.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:26) Welcome & Episode Intro

(03:51) Q1: What makes you want to work with/in a church? Is it fun?

(09:33) Q2: What do church staff actually do on weekdays?

(12:10) Statistic about common staffing benchmark across churches

(13:11) Q3: Do you enjoy attending Sunday services? Does it feel like work?

(15:18) Q4: Are pastors/staff genuine, or is it just their job?

(16:31) Q5: Are all church staff super holy?

(18:47) Q6: Where are your boundary lines around work matters, relationships, and personal faith?

(22:37) Q7: We see you guys as the people we turn to with questions. Who do you guys turn to, if not each other?

(24:02) Q8: How does the team handle conflict or disagreements?

(25:47) Q9: What are some benefits working for church?

(28:20) What are some challenges working for church?

(33:25) Q10: How would staff like to be supported by members

(36:07) RAPID REVELATIONS

(39:18) BONUS: How did Faith+ come about?

(42:39) Outro

(43:38) Bloopers

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When we hear about fostering or adoption, many of us feel two things at the same time — admiration, but also distance. “That’s amazing… but that’s probably not for me.” In this episode, we unpack the reality of fostering — what it looks like, the unseen challenges, and the growing need for foster carers. Whether fostering has ever crossed your mind or not, this conversation might just challenge the way you think about caring for the vulnerable.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life. New episodes every second Thursday.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:33) Welcome & Episode Intro

(02:53) What fostering is & the different types of fostering

(04:04) What made you consider fostering & how you got started

(06:23) Hesitations and fears about fostering

(08:00) Having a heart for the marginalised before fostering

(11:12) The fostering process: how someone becomes a foster parent

(12:54) The first placement & the ones that followed

(15:36) What is it like when a child first steps into your home

(17:43) Sharing faith with foster children & how they receive it

(20:14) When do children reunite with their biological families?

(20:39) Is it hard to say goodbye when they leave?

(23:32) Perry’s breaking point

(24:54) Despite the challenges, what keeps you going?

(27:34) Would Dave ever foster?

(27:59) Common questions about fostering

(32:47) RAPID REVELATIONS

(34:04) How fostering has shaped your relationship with God

(37:54) How we can care for vulnerable kids in our community

(39:33) How we can meaningfully support foster families

(40:47) Perry & Shevonne’s prayer requests

(41:50) A message to their foster kids in the future

(43:53) Outro

(44:51) Bloopers

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Ever felt awkward talking about your faith in everyday life? In this episode, we get real with Gershom about sharing Jesus beyond church — the hesitation, the fear of saying the wrong thing, and the small moments where faith actually shows up. No scripts, no pressure, just honest stories and practical ways to live out your faith where you are.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life. New episodes every second Thursday.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:29) Welcome & Episode Intro

(02:54) How we started speaking up about our faith

(06:32) Questions that lead to deeper conversations

(07:37) Gershom sharing Jesus with a Muslim friend

(10:02) Arthur’s first time sharing his faith

(12:28) Gershom’s faith conversation at the hairdresser's(15:26) When sharing faith gets awkward

(18:17) Why we sometimes stay silent about our faith

(21:56) Encouragement if you want to share but feel afraid

(25:32) RAPID REVELATIONS

(27:05) Scenario 1: Talking with someone content in life

(30:12) Scenario 2: Talking with someone asking tough questions

(35:15) Scenario 3: Talking with someone against Christianity

(38:32) Lessons we’ve learned along the way

(41:00) Outro

(41:32) Bloopers

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In this episode of Faith+, we chat with Siska about singleness—the joys, struggles, and unspoken pressures. We unpack biblical contentment, complacency, and how to hold desire without desperation. For those who aren’t single, we also talk about how to approach singleness tastefully with friends and family. Whether you’re single or not, this conversation offers wisdom for navigating relationships with faith.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life. New episodes every second Thursday.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:32) Welcome & Episode Intro

(03:32) Is Siska content, complacent, or desperate?

(04:30) What does complacency look like?

(06:57) A time when Siska was desperate

(10:36) From desperation to contentment – what changed?

(13:18) What Siska looks for in a potential partner

(15:36) Dave’s list when he was single

(18:37) RAPID REVELATIONS

(20:06) What we love and low-key hate about being single

(23:50) What if I’m single forever?

(25:45) When church culture makes singleness harder

(29:20) There is good value in being single

(33:49) What singleness has taught me

(36:25) Bloopers

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Welcome to Faith+, Faith Community Church’s brand-new podcast!

In our first episode, host Dave chats with FCC Leadership Mentor Benny Ho and Next Gen Pastor Arthur about the generation gap — the real frustrations, misunderstandings, and awkward moments that come with relating across ages. They share honest stories and practical tips on how to understand each other better and actually meet in the middle.

Faith+ — where real faith meets real life.

(00:00) Teaser

(00:24) Welcome & Episode Intro

(02:14) Admiring Other Generations

(03:50) Struggles Across Generations

(06:55) Tensions When Generations Clash (Arthur & Benny’s Story)

(10:15) Are Young People Just Naive?

(12:25) Older Generations Tend to Show More Grace

(13:15) Arthur Shares How He Was a Recipient of Benny’s Grace

15:46) What Helped Them Understand Other Generations Better

(22:25) RAPID REVELATIONS

(25:13) Advice for Other Generations to Interact With Your Generation Well

(28:19) When Older People Talk Too Much: Benny’s Encouragement

(32:27) When Young People Think They Know It All: Arthur’s Encouragement

(35:25) One Takeaway From the Conversation

(36:57) Outro

(37:24) Bloopers

Watch the full podcast on our YouTube channel: ⁠www.youtube.com/@fcc.church⁠.

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