This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Stephanie welcomed DL sponsor Dean Crandall for an important conversation about his recent trip to Israel. They also talked with Lisa Kelsey about the upcoming Blue Christmas service on December 12 at 6pm at the Community Church of God. Greg wore his new shirt that Steph found while thrifting and they discussed a variety of additional topics. Happy Thanksgiving! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Nov 27, 2024•51 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed Mariah Hanson and Heather McArty from the Women's Care Clinic for an update on the WCC and their leadership transition. Greg and Steph also discussed movie marketing fails, Greg's pest control moments, and the legacy of Tony Campolo, who passed away this week at 89. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 20, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line, Tracy Thomas joined Greg and Steph for another edition of Worldview Wednesday! The trio discussed ministry reflections from the 2024 election, current book recommendations, the importance of prayers of lament, and what is happening at Second Church. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 13, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph talked election results with DL sponsor Bean Hohn and also welcomed Kim Corley and Brandun Schweizer from a preview of Sunday's Veteran's Tribute at Second Church at 3pm. Check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 06, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph visit with Jody Owens from Johnson University, Silas McCormick from Lincoln Christian Institute, and President Matt Proctor and David Upchurch from Ozark Christian College. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 30, 2024•44 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Stephanie welcome back Tracy Thomas for their monthly Worldview Wednesday segment! Check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 23, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Stephanie welcomed Pastor Thomas Miller from the new life Church of Faith to Direct Line this week. Pastor Miller shared about the heavenly square grocery store and ongoing ministries at his church. They also discussed the topic of human flourishing, and why people of faith seem to be flourishing significantly better than people who do not embrace faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 16, 2024•51 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Stephanie welcomed Terry and Molly Goodwin from serve together to Direct Line radio to talk about the area worship night this Sunday night at the Fischer theater. They also talked about the one year anniversary of the attack on Israel and their thoughts on the vice presidential debate from a week ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 09, 2024•49 min
Greg and Stephanie welcomed Ben Humrichous from Illinois basketball to Direct Line this week for an important conversation about Ben’s faith journey. So encouraging! Greg also talked with Jacqueline Lacy and Lucy Overlander from the State’s Attorney’s office about domestic violence awareness month. Check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 02, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcome their friend and DL sponsor Bean Hohn to the show for conversation about movie recommendations, a shift in religious commitment for young men compared to young women, Tony Dungy's word to VP Harris about abortion, and a great visit with Ryan Sowers from Marilyn's Village in Covington, Indiana. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 25, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Stephanie welcomed back friends, Chris Lawler and Miles Clark, for an important conversation about the Christian faith and the world of politics. They also discussed the call of Jesus to “judge not or you will be judged,” compared with the multiple citations in scripture to confront sinful behavior in the lives of Christians. They shared updates from the Walk for Life and the Harvest of Talents - check it out! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...
Sep 18, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Stephanie welcomed back Brian Carpenter from the fellowship of Christian athletes. Greg and Stephanie also discussed the 23rd anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the continued political polarization in our country, and an interesting article from a prominent American preacher about the problem of consumerism in the modern church. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener...
Sep 11, 2024•51 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph host a conversation with Mary Rothwell about her upcoming fun run this Saturday in Ellsworth Park to raise money for medical mission work in Africa. They also visit with Tracy Thomas and Stephanie‘s mom Marsha about the launch of grief share. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 04, 2024•49 min
Greg and Stephanie welcome back their friend Jeff Mayfield of Leroy Christian Church for conversation about changes in college athletics, the Museum of the Bible, and the topic of retirement. Greg and Steph also discuss the NASA crisis in space, MLB history being made this week, and surprising new stances by both candidates in the race for the White House. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform...
Aug 28, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph welcomed Mariah Hanson and Terri Davis from the Women's Care Clinic, as well as Paul DeArmond, master fundraiser for the upcoming Walk for Life on September 14. Greg and Steph also discussed the DNC in Chicago, HBO's Hard Knocks documentary series on the Chicago Bears, and a memorable sermon from John Ortberg four years ago this month. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listene...
Aug 21, 2024•51 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed Karel Volpert and Mary Reik from Fair Hope Children’s ministry, and Nathan Lenstra from the Hope Center for important conversations about local ministry in our community. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 14, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed Second Church children's ministry staff Kenna Osborne and Lindsay Hagley for an important conversation about Kid's World! They promoted their upcoming Fam Jam event on August 23. Steph also sat down recently with Drew and Judy Mentzer, who led Second Church for 22 years until 2019. The Mentzer's shared about their life in Tennessee and memories of ministry in Danville. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday morning...
Aug 08, 2024•51 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed Dale DeNeal and Deanna Witzel about the upcoming Global Leadership Summit and the ongoing Step Up Vermilion County. They also talked Olympics, Colorado Springs, fish allergies and political shifting sand. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 31, 2024•50 min
Check out Direct Line Radio this week, featuring Holly Kittle and Ed Sanow talking about the upcoming Harvest of Talents at Second Church of Christ on September 14 and Kimberly McNeese Corley discussing a special Veterans event at Second Church on November 10! https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 24, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line Radio, Greg and Stephanie welcome Steph‘s cousin Kevin Abney to Direct Line radio this week, for an extended conversation about journalism, national parks, presidential museums and libraries, and the current state of politics in America. Greg and Steph also discussed the failed assassination attempt on Donald Trump on Saturday, as well as Drew Mentzer’s return to Second Church this Sunday. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am o...
Jul 17, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed the new Celebrate Recover minister Jeremy Stimac. We were blessed to learn his story and why he is passionate about CR. The trio discussed the legend of Eric Liddell, which inspired the movie Chariots of Fire, as well as first world problems like walking dogs in the rain and the heat and humidity of Florida in the summer. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listen...
Jul 10, 2024•50 min
This week on a special Independence Day edition of Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph discussed the recent presidential debate, Greg's experience in Grand Rapids, including the Gerald Ford presidential museum, David Bahnsen's new book on work and the meaning of life, and the history of two of the flags from the American Revolution. Check it out! https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See o...
Jul 03, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph have extended conversations about worship with Charlie Jeffers, Kiley Garrison, Tobin Hess, and Miles Clark. Check it out! https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 26, 2024•48 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph welcomed Cheryl Liggett and Jenna Van Ee for a conversation about Sunday’s 80s worship night at Second Church at 5 PM. Greg and Steph also discussed Juneteenth, rummage sales, and a very sober sermon last Sunday morning. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 19, 2024•50 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph interviewed Ginger Schell and her son Ben from South Carolina. Ginger shared about her transcription business and Ben talked about his passion to help increase teacher salaries. Greg and Steph also discussed the faith of the Boston Celtics head coach and what happened 37 years ago today, when then president Ronald Reagan declared, "tear down this wall!" https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omny...
Jun 12, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph visited with Amy Cunningham and Beth Chamberlin from Yoga Faith about an event on Monday June 17 at Woodbury Falls conference center. Greg and Steph also discussed the 80th anniversary of D-Day, Greg's interesting experience on his morning walk, his unforeseen incident with a Q-tip, and Steph's trip to PA that brought healing. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...
Jun 06, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line radio, DL sponsor Bean Hohn stepped in for Steph for an important conversation about Memorial Day and why this holiday matters. Greg and Bean also discussed the ongoing saga with Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, and the importance of godly friendships. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 29, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Greg and Steph welcomed local author Rob Witzel back to the show. Rob's second book, Super Penguin 2, releases on Tuesday, May 28. Check out the interview! https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 22, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line, Greg and Steph welcomed Aaron Zickmund and Terry Goodwin for an important conversation about Serve Together Vermilion County on June 8! Greg, Steph and Terry also discussed Greg's Anglican Church experience, the impact of one Gospel conversation in the life of a famous family and the first 7-footer in Illini hoops history! https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. S...
May 15, 2024•49 min
This week on Direct Line radio, Chris Lawler and Miles Clark joined Greg Taylor for conversation about a new podcast exposing the decline of New Atheism and the importance of sabbatical in the lives of ministry staff. Greg also visited with Tia Awoheda, Morgan Millikin, and Brittany Isaac about the upcoming girls conference in early June at the New Life Church of Faith. https://secondchurch.com/ Direct Line has now moved to Wednesday mornings at 8am on 1490 WDAN. See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
May 08, 2024•50 min
