Today on Westside Stories, Westside deacon Weston Straka shares his story of grappling with divorce and finding his footing again. Weston is joined by his wife and fellow Westside deacon Laura Straka.

Though Weston dives into a tough topic, his story is full of redemption and hope. Whether you  are currently experiencing a difficult relationship, have been through one in the past, or have had the luxury of nothing but blissful, easy relationships your entire life, this episode is for you.

Today on Westside Stories, Westside worship team member Julian Laury talks about growing up in Austria and his love for all things jazz. 

Julian has an interesting way of tying the creative, right-brained elements of jazz improvisation with his analytical, left-brained day job in computer programming. It’s a captivating listen, and we hope you’ll enjoy.

Today on Westside Stories, Westside member Norman Powell talks about growing up in Argentina and developing a love for the radio and broadcast journalism. Norman has served at a number of major news and public relations outlets, including Voice of America, CNN, and currently CDC.

It’s also worth mentioning that Norman is one of the most beloved members of our church. Anytime you bump into Norman, you’re sure to be greeted with a smile.

Today on Westside Stories, 11-year-old Westside member Oliver Iverson and his dad, Joel, talk about Oliver's thriving party rental business. 

Oliver’s a pretty incredible kid. His sense of entrepreneurship and hospitality are far beyond his years. He’s not only learned how to start and manage a business, but he’s also learned how to make strategic business decisions and how to leverage his brother’s as cheap labor. This is a fun episode. Time to dive in ...

Today on Westside Stories, Westside member Sterling Skinner presents the correlation between working on cars and building relationships. Sterling is the Director of Instructional Labs at Georgia Tech and the founder of the Georgia Tech auto show. Sterling has a love for all things with engines and wheels and a knack for bringing people together, and the annual Georgia Tech Auto Show is the culmination of both.

Today on Westside Stories, Atlanta native Allen Bell discusses Atlanta’s relationship to economics, diversity, technology, and growth. As the Executive Director of the Atlanta Resource Foundation, Allen has eyewitness insight into the way our city is changing and what it’s going to take to help Atlanta flourish.

Today on Westside Stories, Westside elder Ken Culpepper and his wife, and worship team member, Anwhitney Culpepper, recount God’s providence throughout their marriage.

Ken and Anwhitney have faced a number of significant financial challenges over the years, yet they can point to God’s goodness over and over again through patience, unity, and faithfully sewing seed and favor with everyone they come in contact with. We hope their story will inspire and encourage you—especially if you’re facing similar challenges.

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If you’ve never had an opportunity to pray with—or be prayed for by either of the Culpepper’s, we highly, highly encourage you to seek them out on a Sunday morning and ask them to pray for you. They are so tuned into what God is doing in their lives, and they can’t help but rub off some of that special God-connection with you.

Today on Westside Stories, Westside member Liz Griffith recounts crazy tales of babysitting, landing a career in sports marketing, and tackling the formidable challenge of being a career-driven mom. Liz has interesting insight in what it takes to pursue two seemingly contrary paths. Whether you’re a mom or not, this episode is well worth the listen.

Today on Westside Stories, Westside founding members Jeff and Hannah Heck tell stories from raising their eldest son, Teddy, who has special needs.

Today on Westside Stories, Laurie Williams to discusses her role in full time campus ministry with Campus Outreach, also known as CO.