Under The Hood

Michael is joined by Cornerstone's Finance Administrator and longest tenured staff member, Jodi Donaldson. Jodi gets to share her journey of coming to Cornerstone and her passion behind what she does. The two also get to take a look back at fun memories, how Cornerstone has changed over the years and what has stayed consistent.  

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Michael is joined by Stephanie McRoy, Cornerstone's Resource Team Director. They discuss the inner workings and all of the different resources this team provides the church as well as a peek into Cornerstone Institute and upcoming classes. You can hear Stephanie's passion for her ministry of helping people dive deeper into the Bible and grow in their faith. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Michael is joined by Dustin to give an 'Under The Hood' look at the planning, prep, and development of Cornerstone's Worship Team.  Dustin gives valuable insights into the heart and soul of this ministry, uncovering the dedication and creativity that fuel its spiritual impact.

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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This week, Michael is joined by Jason Trash to talk about Cornerstone's Protection Team. They discuss why we have it, who is on it, what they do, and more. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Michael is joined by Jon McCoy, one of Cornerstone's elders, to talk about the steps that have and are being taken to be sure Cornerstone is safe. They discuss the posture leadership has taken and how they've seen God working in the midst of a difficult season.

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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In this week's episode, Michael shares the heart behind our Fall series, "Come and See." For many of us, inviting others to church can feel like a daunting task, loaded with fears of rejection and uncertainty. Michael unpacks how a simple shift in perspective can transform the way we approach inviting others to experience Jesus. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Michael is joined by Charlie Cox, Cornerstone's Prayer Team Lead as they discuss the ministry of Cornerstone's Prayer Team. Charlie talks about how he became involved in the team, why he's so passionate about its ministry, how you can get involved, and more. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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This week, Michael tells a bit of his story and how the year 2005 was a significant year for him in ministry. He also goes into some church history in the United States and how it has shaped the way we do church today. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Today, Michael is joined by "informal elder", Andrew Pearson to discuss the core conviction; Jesus is the hero of our story. They talk about how we tend to make ourselves the hero, how to represent Jesus well, deconstructionism, and celebrity pastors. 

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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Michael recently attended the 2023 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana. He shares what encouraged him from the meeting as well as concerns that were brought up surrounding the topic of female pastors in the convention.  

This Podcast is produced by Cornerstone Church, located in Marion, IL. You can find out more about Cornerstone by visiting us on the web at www.cornerstonechurch.community or checking us out on Facebook and Instagram @cstone.central

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