In this heartfelt episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, host Joe sits down with Hank and Kristen LiPuma to explore the transformative power of Celebrate Recovery (CR)—a Christ-centered 12-step program that goes far beyond addiction recovery. From overcoming anxiety and depression to finding healing from trauma, CR offers a safe space for anyone seeking restoration through Jesus.

🎉 Plus, hear all about the upcoming Family Game Night on Friday, November 7th—an open invitation to the entire church community for fun, fellowship, and connection.

Whether you're curious about CR, looking for a place to heal, or just want to hang out with your church family, this episode is for you.

📅 CR meets Thursdays at 7 PM at the Gahanna campus. Come early at 6:30 PM to help set up or just settle in.

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Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Introductions00:52 - History of Celebrate Recovery at Shepnaz02:04 - What is Celebrate Recovery?03:21 - CR’s Broader Scope: Habits, Hurts & Healing04:12 - Hank & Kristen’s Roles in CR06:19 - Fifth Thursday Services & Special Events07:06 - Fall Celebration & Game Night Preview08:10 - What to Expect at Game Night09:26 - Anonymity & Confidentiality in CR11:15 - Breaking Stigmas Around Healing13:06 - Becoming a Leader & Giving Back14:27 - Temptation, Relapse & Accountability16:04 - CR Weekly Schedule & Game Night Details17:43 - Final Thoughts & How to Get Involved

Joe sits down with Pastor Nick, the Johnstown campus pastor, to unpack a month full of ministry momentum. From serving hot breakfast to over 100 people at Jordan’s Crossing to launching a youth outreach ministry from scratch, Pastor Nick shares how God is moving in Johnstown through compassion, creativity, and community.

You’ll hear about:

• The eye-opening experience of ministering to the homeless in Columbus
• The heart behind the new youth outreach and its first big event: Glow Dodgeball!
• How a rainy church picnic turned into a joyful indoor gathering
• Plans for Johnstown’s community Trick-or-Treat outreach with 350 treat bags and popcorn ministry

This episode is a reminder that ministry happens when we show up, serve, and share the love of Christ—whether in a church building or on the streets.💬 We want to hear from you!
What part of this episode inspired you most? Drop a comment below, like, and subscribe to stay connected.
📧 Email us at [email protected] if you’d like to join the next outreach or get involved in youth ministry.🔗 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for updates and opportunities to serve.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome & Coffee with Pastor Nick 00:42 - Jordan’s Crossing Outreach Recap 05:25 - Serving Breakfast & Lunches to the Homeless 08:12 - Realities of Frontline Ministry 10:17 - Ministry as One Beggar Helping Another 11:20 - Launching Youth Outreach in Johnstown 14:27 - Glow Dodgeball & Community Connection 16:20 - Rainy Church Picnic Turns Indoor Celebration 18:03 - Upcoming Trunk or Treat in Gahanna 18:35 - Johnstown’s Trick-or-Treat Outreach Plans 21:23 - Volunteer Opportunities & Final Thoughts 22:00 - Stay Connected & Closing

In this Worship Wednesday episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastor Zach and Noah dive deep into a powerful and often overlooked truth: the difference between personal worship and public ministry. From humorous mustache banter to heartfelt reflections on Luke 5 and Mark 1, this episode challenges worship leaders and pastors to ask: Are you leading from a place of spiritual overflow or emotional exhaustion?Discover why private worship sustains public worship, how Jesus modeled solitude and prayer, and why discernment is essential when leading others into God’s presence. Whether you're on stage or in the pews, this conversation will inspire you to seek deeper intimacy with the Holy Spirit throughout the week—not just on Sunday mornings.

📌 Featuring: Pastor Zach, Noah, and Joe
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🌐 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for updates and resources.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome & Mustache Banter02:22 - Worship Leadership: One-on-One with God03:15 - Luke 5: Jesus Withdrew to Pray04:14 - Emotional Energy vs. Spiritual Practice05:04 - The Private Altar Fuels the Public Platform06:07 - Mark 1: Jesus Made Time for Solitude08:00 - Sunday Morning vs. Daily Worship09:36 - Leading from Emptiness: A Warning10:08 - Three Ways Worship Can Go Wrong11:28 - Private Worship Moments on Stage12:53 - Ministering Through the Holy Spirit14:11 - Ordination Isn’t the End Goal15:35 - Acts 2: Public Encounter with the Holy Spirit17:17 - Worship That Invites vs. Isolates18:10 - Discernment in Worship Leadership19:32 - Knowing the Voice of the Holy Spirit20:20 - Daily Worship, Sabbath, and Accountability21:17 - Closing Encouragement & Contact Info

In this powerful continuation from Monday’s episode, Pastor Rob joins Joe to unpack the “I Will” statements God made to Moses in Exodus 6—promises of liberation, redemption, adoption, and inheritance. These ancient declarations to the Israelites are more than history—they’re a foreshadowing of the Gospel and a direct reflection of what Jesus offers us today.

From the oppression of Egypt to the bondage of sin, Pastor Rob draws compelling parallels between the Israelites’ journey and our own spiritual walk. Discover how God’s promises to Moses echo through time, offering hope, identity, and eternal inheritance to all who follow Christ.📖 Scripture highlights include Exodus 5–6, Romans 6, Galatians 4, Ephesians 1, and 1 Peter 1.💬 What does redemption mean to you personally? Share your thoughts in the comments!👍 Like this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and comment below.
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Chapters:00:00 - Welcome & Recap 00:26 - God's “I Will” Promises to Moses 01:06 - Satan’s Counterfeit “I Will” Statements 01:52 - Liberation from Oppression 04:02 - Gospel Parallel: Slavery to Sin 05:28 - Jesus Sets Us Free 06:14 - Redemption Explained 07:03 - The Role of the Family Redeemer 08:14 - God Redeems His Family 09:13 - Jesus Pays the Ransom 10:01 - Adoption into God’s Family 11:11 - God Takes Us as His Own 12:13 - We Are No Longer Slaves 12:40 - Chosen by God 13:50 - The Promise of Inheritance 15:01 - Hope for the Oppressed 16:09 - Our Heavenly Inheritance 17:04 - God’s Eternal Plan 17:45 - Closing & Invitation to Engage

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, Joe welcomes Pastor Rob Paul back from his West Coast travels to dive deep into Exodus chapters 5 and 6. As part of our ongoing Exodus: The Way Through series, Pastor Rob unpacks the promises of deliverance—then and now—and how Moses’ journey mirrors our own struggles with obedience, doubt, and faith.🎧 What you'll hear in this episode:Pastor Rob’s reflections from Yosemite, Kings Canyon, and Sequoia National ParksA recap of Moses’ life and callingThe Israelites’ reaction to hardship and unmet expectationsHow God responds to Moses’ doubts with powerful promisesThe spiritual significance of God’s “I will” statementsHow Old Testament promises foreshadow the Gospel of Jesus Christ💬 Have you ever felt like obedience made things harder, not easier? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your story.👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe, and 📧 Email us at [email protected] with your thoughts or prayer requests.🌐 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for more resources and updates from Shepherd Church of the Nazarene.Chapters:00:00 - Welcome Back Pastor Rob 00:46 - National Parks & God's Creation 03:22 - The Sequoia Tree & Spiritual Growth 04:32 - Recap of Moses’ Journey 05:36 - Moses Confronts Pharaoh 06:34 - Pharaoh’s Harsh Response 07:20 - The Israelites Turn on Moses 08:00 - Moses Questions God 09:30 - Obedience and Opposition 11:05 - God’s Response: Focus on His Identity 12:44 - God’s Promises to Moses 14:02 - God Remembers His Covenant 15:04 - God’s Sovereignty and Faithfulness 17:00 - “I Will” Promises & Gospel Foreshadowing 18:28 - Homework: Read Exodus 5 & 6 18:43 - Closing & How to Connect

In this powerful message from Pastor Nick, our Johnstown campus pastor, we dive deep into James chapter 3 and explore the spiritual weight of our words. From childhood memories to basketball games and marriage moments, Pastor Nick shares personal stories that reveal how the tongue can either build up or tear down—and how only God can truly transform our speech by transforming our hearts.

This episode challenges us to reflect on the source of our words and reminds us that behavior modification isn't enough—we need heart transformation. Whether you're a teacher, a parent, a student, or a friend, this message will speak to your soul and help you see how your relationship with God is reflected in your relationship with others.

📖 Scripture Focus: James 3, Luke 6:43, Ezekiel 36:26, 1 John 1
🎤 Guest Speaker: Pastor Nick
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👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe, and 📢 Share this episode to encourage others!🔗 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for more resources and updates.Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction00:19 - James 3:1-2: The Warning to Teachers01:08 - Favoritism and Status in the Church02:25 - Judged More Strictly: Responsibility & Integrity04:22 - We All Stumble: The Struggle with Speech06:09 - Childhood Lessons on the Tongue08:13 - Sports & Speaking Out: Real-Life Examples10:13 - Marriage & Miscommunication11:21 - The Power of Words: Truth vs. Lies13:07 - James 3:3-6: Small Things, Big Impact15:08 - Teaching with Responsibility16:06 - Gossip & Sparks: The Danger of Speech17:10 - God or the Devil: Who Uses Your Tongue?18:41 - Peter’s Mistake: Speaking Without God’s View19:08 - No Neutral Words: Life or Death20:24 - James 3:7-12: Praise and Cursing21:01 - The Heart Behind the Words23:32 - Luke 6:43: Fruit Reveals the Heart24:29 - Zoo Wedding & Taming Creatures25:45 - Only God Can Tame the Tongue26:32 - Heart Transformation vs. Behavior Modification29:26 - Ezekiel 36:26: A New Heart30:06 - Jesus Makes It Possible30:51 - 1 John 1: Confession & Forgiveness31:36 - Resources & Closing

In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, host Joe sits down with Fran and Pastor Kevin Angel to explore the heart and purpose behind the upcoming Prayer Summit at the Gahanna campus on Saturday, October 25th from 9 a.m. to noon.

Discover what really happens at a prayer summit (hint: it’s not just three hours of silent prayer), how prayer fuels every ministry at Shepherd, and why corporate prayer is essential for igniting spiritual fire in the church. From donuts and devotionals to Fran’s deeply personal testimony of praying for her husband’s salvation for over 30 years, this episode is a beautiful reminder of the power of persistent prayer and the presence of God in community.🙏 Want to be part of the prayer team or submit a prayer request? Email us at [email protected]
📲 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for more info and updates.👍 Like, 💬 comment, and 🔔 subscribe to stay connected with what God is doing at Shepherd Church!

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast00:25 - Meet Fran and Pastor Kevin Angel01:23 - What is the Prayer Summit?02:24 - Speakers and Topics: Mystery & History of Prayer03:48 - How to Sign Up (and get a donut!)04:43 - Sunday Prayer Ministry Overview06:21 - Prayer Room and Post-Service Prayer07:36 - Weekly Morning Prayer Opportunities09:00 - Ignite: Monthly Corporate Prayer10:49 - Why Corporate Prayer Matters12:31 - Bearing One Another’s Burdens14:03 - Prayer Requests from Basketball Signups15:38 - QR Codes and Prayer Cards16:28 - Confidential Prayer Requests17:12 - Fran’s Personal Prayer Practices19:26 - Testimony: Praying for Her Husband’s Salvation21:07 - The Power of Persistence in Prayer22:10 - Final Encouragement and Wrap-Up22:48 - Connect with Us & Closing

What does the altar really mean in today’s church? In this powerful Worship Wednesday edition of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastors Zack, Noah, and Joe dive deep into the biblical and spiritual significance of the altar—from Genesis to Romans 12—and how it continues to be a place of surrender, renewal, and transformation.

Whether you're new to church or a lifelong believer, this episode will challenge your perspective on worship, sacrifice, and what it means to truly encounter God. Discover how stepping out of your comfort zone and approaching the altar—physically or spiritually—can be a life-changing act of faith.

🙏 Join the conversation: What does the altar mean to you? Have you ever had a powerful moment at the altar? Share your story in the comments!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Episode Intro00:32 - What is an Altar?01:36 - Altar Calls Explained02:09 - Physical Altars in Different Churches03:00 - Romans 12:1 and Living Sacrifice04:08 - Worship Beyond Music04:32 - Abraham & Isaac: First Mention of Worship05:11 - Sacrifice and Obedience05:44 - Old vs. New Testament Worship06:35 - Jesus as the Ultimate Sacrifice06:57 - The Altar as a Place of Encounter07:37 - Encouragement to Approach the Altar08:14 - Leaving Comfort Zones for God09:17 - Desperation and Faith10:12 - Breaking Church Norms11:09 - Sensory Experience of Worship12:04 - Hunger for More of God12:38 - Memorials and Generational Impact13:07 - Steve Camp’s Bold Altar Call14:15 - Standing in Faith15:42 - The Altar as a Place of Support16:28 - Renewal and Restoration17:52 - Stop Worrying About Judgment18:20 - Church as a Place for Broken People19:14 - Call to Authentic Worship20:10 - Physical Limitations & Worship21:00 - Response Time Stories21:24 - Final Encouragement & Outro

In this powerful continuation of our conversation with Pastor Kevin Angel, we dive deeper into the message Nurturing the Call of God. If you've ever wondered whether God is calling you into ministry—or into something more—this episode is for you.

Pastor Kevin shares personal stories of wrestling with the call, the importance of spiritual mentors like Eli, and how confirmation often comes through community and persistence. From biblical examples like Samuel, Moses, and Peter to real-life testimonies from our own congregation, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that God often chooses the unlikely to do extraordinary things.

Whether you're sensing a call or know someone who is, this episode will encourage you to listen, affirm, and respond. Don't miss the story of Austin Presley and how the church walks alongside those answering God's call.👉 Comment below if you've ever felt God nudging you toward something new.
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Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome & Recap of Part 100:37 - When the Call is Real01:24 - Wrestling with the Voice of God02:20 - Signs of a True Calling03:15 - Excuses vs. Obedience04:11 - Encouraging Others in Their Call05:10 - Mentorship and Confirmation06:26 - Austin Presley’s Story07:18 - Overcoming Personal Limitations08:09 - God’s Power in Our Weakness09:01 - Affirming the Next Generation10:01 - The Need for New Pastors11:08 - God Uses the Unlikely12:15 - Biblical Examples of Calling13:03 - God’s Joy in Partnership14:32 - Saying Yes as Worship15:04 - God’s Faithfulness Through Trials16:05 - Returning to the Moment of Calling17:09 - Dark Seasons & God's Sustaining Grace18:31 - Is God Calling You?19:31 - What to Do if You Feel Called20:39 - Steps in the Nazarene Tradition21:19 - Final Encouragement & Action Points21:58 - Closing & Contact Info

In this powerful episode, Joe sits down with Pastor Kevin Angel to explore the deeply personal and biblical journey of discerning the call of God. From reflections on District Assembly’s theme “The One” to the story of young Samuel hearing God’s voice, Pastor Kevin shares how each of us can recognize and nurture God’s call—whether to vocational ministry or deeper commitment in the life of the church.You’ll hear Pastor Kevin’s own testimony of wrestling with his calling, the wisdom of mentors like his father, and how Eli’s guidance to Samuel still speaks to us today. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is God calling me?”—this episode is for you.🙏 Let us know your thoughts!
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👍 Like, 💬 Comment, 🔔 Subscribe, and share this episode to encourage others in their walk with Christ.🌐 Visit https://shepnaz.org/shepnow for more resources and upcoming events.Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction00:27 - Why Pastor Kevin Preached This Sunday01:20 - Biker Sunday Memories01:52 - District Assembly Theme: “The One”02:49 - What It Means to Be Called04:01 - Pastor Eddie’s Heart for the District05:19 - Choosing the Story of Samuel06:07 - Hannah’s Dedication of Samuel07:26 - Eli’s Imperfect Leadership08:16 - Samuel’s Future Impact09:16 - God Calls Samuel10:07 - Eli’s Wisdom in Discerning God’s Voice11:05 - God’s Call vs. Human Influence12:31 - Eli’s Trust in God’s Plan13:29 - Pastor Kevin’s Personal Story14:47 - Wrestling with the Call16:17 - Advice from a Camp Evangelist17:25 - The Moment of Clarity18:58 - Telling His Father20:29 - Final Reflections20:53 - What’s Coming Tomorrow21:05 - Outro & Contact Info