Pastor Mark and Devon sit down with Kevin Kompelien, the president of the EFCA to learn more about Kevin and the EFCA ahead of his visit to Parkview on November 12. We hope you can join us at 10 AM on Sunday, November 12 at Central Campus (15 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA) to hear Kevin's message. About Kevin Kompelien: With the gospel as the foundation of the EFCA, President Kompelien is committed to building a culture of disciplemaking furthering the EFCA’s mission of multiplying transformational...
Nov 08, 2023•27 min•Ep. 42
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with guest Bob Blincoe (president emeritus of Frontiers USA ) to discuss his breadth of work in the "handshake" between the church and the mission field, and to share a bit about what he will be teaching on at Parkview for our Global Outreach Conference (November 4-5, 2023). Global Outreach Conference Prayer Breakfast: Saturday morning from 8:30-10 at Central Campus. Men and women will split out to hear from and pray with and for Global Workers. Register >> Glo...
Nov 01, 2023•29 min•Ep. 41
In today's episode, we answer the question "What is Hospitality?" and look at examples in the Bible of hospitality as well as ways that we can live a life of hospitality towards others. Join Will, Sarah, and Devon as they discuss and share a practical next step in hospitality: by joining L14 Hospitality Services, our hospitality ministry toward college students! Read more below and sign up: L14 Hospitality Services: Even your laundry machine is a ministry. Let's show college students the hospita...
Sep 20, 2023•49 min•Ep. 40
Devon Neese sits down with Pastors Thomas and Mark to learn more about Thomas's new role as Executive Pastor. --- Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people. Website: www.parkviewchurch.org Instagram: @parkviewchurchic Facebook: Parkview Church...
Aug 16, 2023•26 min•Ep. 39
In this episode, Pastor Wade Urig sits down on the podcast to give a final word of encouragement to us as we continue on mission to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ. We will miss Wade dearly, but are so excited for what God has for him in his next endeavor at Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. --- Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people. Website: www.parkviewchurch.org Instagram: @parkvi...
Jul 05, 2023•37 min•Ep. 38
This episode is a recording from our Women's Retreat in February 2023. Deacon Team member Joella Gerber teaches from Colossians 3:1-11 . To learn more about Parkview, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Jun 14, 2023•39 min•Ep. 34
Pastors Mark Balmer, Thomas Hoak, Doug Fern, and Wade Urig chat about the importance of Sunday morning preaching. To learn more about Parkview, visit parkviewchurch.org .
Jun 07, 2023•25 min•Ep. 30
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Parkview elder Todd Cramer to learn more about him and how God brought him to where he is today. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
May 31, 2023•24 min•Ep. 31
Pastors Thomas, Doug, and Mark sit down to discuss our upcoming sermon series on the letter of James. James is a great next step for us as a church as we seek to live Jesus together. This series will begin on May 28th and continue through the summer session. Additional resources: Radically Whole by David Gibson "Book of James Summary" by The Bible Project...
May 24, 2023•18 min•Ep. 37
A couple of weeks ago, Devon Neese sat down with Rhonda Crosser to get to know her and learn about what's going on in KidMin (Children's Ministry). Vacation Bible School is just two and a half weeks away. If you're ready to help the next generation take their next step toward Jesus, sign up to volunteer today! Visit parkviewchurch.org/vbs.
May 22, 2023•20 min•Ep. 36
In the last installment of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Will Fuelberth teaches us that a whole disciple invites others to take the next step. -- Resources The Thing Is by Tony Payne Growing Together by Melissa Kruger The Vine Project by Tony Payne and Collin Marshall Discipleship Series on Journeywomen podcast by Hunter Beless -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 19, 2023•15 min•Ep. 26
In this episode of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Pastor Mark teaches us that a whole disciple stewards all of life for God's glory. -- Resources God’s Grace in Your Suffering by David Powlison Life with Jesus by Tim Chester Gospel Fluency by Jeff Vandersteldt Garden City by John Mark Comer -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 17, 2023•12 min•Ep. 25
Pastor Mark Balmer teaches us that a whole disciple pursues the Spirit's leading prayerfully in this installment of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series. -- Resources Praying Life by Paul Miller “The Holy Spirit for Dummies” on Verity podcast by Phylicia Masonheimer A Praying Church by Paul Miller “Why We Pray” on Let’s Talk podcast by Melissa Kruger, Jackie Hill Perry, and Jasmine Holmes -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 15, 2023•10 min•Ep. 24
Pastor Doug Fern teaches us that in order to love Jesus, a whole disciple must love God's people. -- Resources The Gospel by Ray Ortlund Belong by Barnabas Piper The Compelling Community by Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 12, 2023•9 min•Ep. 23
Pastor Wade continues our series on the definition of a whole disciple. In this episode, Wade shares how a whole disciple repents with a humble heart. -- Resources The Blessing of Humility by Jerry Bridges Humble Roots by Hannah Anderson J-Curve by Paul Miller Choosing Forgiveness by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 10, 2023•16 min•Ep. 22
As we continue our series on the "Definition of a Whole Disciple," Pastor Wade joyfully teaches us that a whole disciple loves Jesus passionately above all else. -- Resources Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund Delighting in the Trinity by Michael Reeves Knowing God by J.I. Packer Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 08, 2023•14 min•Ep. 21
Our next installment in the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series teaches us that a whole disciple grows with God's people. -- Resources How to Walk into Church by Tony Payne You’re Not Crazy podcast by Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer Corporate Worship by Matt Merker -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 05, 2023•10 min•Ep. 20
In this episode of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Devon Neese teaches us that a whole disciple embraces his or her true identity in Jesus. -- Resources The Centrality of the Gospel by Tim Keller In His Image by Jen Wilkin Need to Know by Gary Millar Identity Theft by Melissa Kruger -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 03, 2023•10 min•Ep. 19
In this episode of our "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Andrea Gaston teaches us about the Biblical precedence to submit to God's Word, and what that looks like practically in our lives. -- Resources How to Read the Bible Better by Richard Chin Bible Talk Podcast by 9Marks Bible Matters by Tim Chester Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin -- To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples ....
May 01, 2023•14 min•Ep. 18
Pastor Thomas Hoak walks us through the core definition of a whole disciple: a forgiven child of God who is taking the next step to learn Jesus, love Jesus, and live Jesus. For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples .
Apr 26, 2023•10 min•Ep. 17
Pastors Thomas and Wade chat with Dane Ortlund about his book Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers . This summer, Parkview Community Groups will be studying this book together to deepen our love for Christ and our love for each other. About Dane Dane currently serves as the senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He holds an MDiv and ThM from Covenant Theological Seminary as well as a PhD in New Testament from Wheaton College. Dane has ...
Apr 19, 2023•35 min•Ep. 16
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with elder Len Brooks to learn more about him and his heart for being an elder at Parkview. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Apr 12, 2023•25 min•Ep. 15
Join Pastor Thomas and elder Scott Eberly for a grace-filled conversation on caring for the elderly, especially those dealing with the effects of dementia. Resources: Matters of Life & Death Seminar: Join us on Saturday, April 15th from 9-11 AM for a morning of learning from Parkview leaders experienced in finance, healthcare, legal & spiritual matters. Register here Finding Grace in the Face of Dementia by Jon Dunlop, M.D.: Experienced geriatrician Dr. John Dunlop wants to transform the...
Apr 05, 2023•41 min•Ep. 14
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Parkview elder Josh Rechkemmer to learn more about him and how God brought him to where he is today. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Mar 29, 2023•25 min•Ep. 13
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Devon Neese, our Communications and Associate Worship Director to learn more about her and her role as Communications Director. To learn more about Parkview, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Mar 22, 2023•24 min•Ep. 12
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Pastor Mark Balmer and Kacey Ginn, our NextGen Ministries admin, to discuss evangelism and share practical tips for how each of us can take the next step in sharing the Gospel with those around us.
Mar 15, 2023•28 min•Ep. 11
Join Pastors Thomas Hoak, Doug Fern, Wade Urig, and Worship Director Will Fuelberth as they discuss a discipleship case study for those who may be struggling to find time to spend in the Word. Resources mentioned: Daily Liturgy Podcast from Coram Deo Church in Omaha, NE In The Lord I Take Refuge by Dane Ortlund ( podcast or book ) Into His Presence by Tim Chester...
Mar 08, 2023•25 min•Ep. 10
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Dave Asprey, our current Elder Chair, to learn more about him and about how God brought him to where he is today. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Mar 01, 2023•38 min•Ep. 9
As we preach our way through the book of Acts, we want to offer an opportunity to learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Pastor Thomas teaches us about how the Bible affirms the personhood and the divinity of the Holy Spirit. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Feb 15, 2023•29 min•Ep. 8
Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Parkview member, Ashley Freeman to hear how God saved her as a kid and has continued to transform and sanctify her throughout her life. To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org .
Feb 01, 2023•27 min•Ep. 7