Welcome to a brand-new series on the Deeper Podcast called First to Aid —where we’re equipping the church to come alongside those facing difficult medical diagnoses and health challenges with love, wisdom, and presence. This week, Doug Congdon is joined by co-host Lorraine Haug and special guest Kent Pope . Kent shares openly about the medical challenges he’s faced over the past few years and the powerful ways he’s been uplifted by the care and support of those around him. Together, we discuss h...
Jul 05, 2025•41 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! This week, Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus sit down for a meaningful conversation as we wrap up our series in the book of Acts . Fresh off our church’s recent Mountain Trip , Doug and Brian reflect on their time away—sharing how the experience created space to be intentional with their kids , connect with other parents, and invest in meaningful conversations about faith and family. As we close out Acts, the focus shifts from distant mission fields to the everyd...
Jun 28, 2025•51 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! This week, Doug is joined by co-host Amy Weatherford and special guest Ryan Goetzmann as we continue our series through the book of Acts. In this episode, we explore a powerful moment in the story—when Paul and Silas go their separate ways, and Silas chooses to bring John Mark along with him. It’s a reminder that even when paths divide, God continues to work through those who make themselves available to His leading. Together, Doug, Amy, and Ryan share storie...
Jun 21, 2025•47 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! We're continuing our journey through the book of Acts , and this week we focus on the story of Paul and Barnabas —two men whose faithful obedience left a lasting impact on the early church. In this episode, we explore the idea of legacy —how our lives, words, and actions can become a witness that shapes the faith of others for generations to come. 🎙️ Special Guest: Bill Horn We’re joined by Bill Horn , the Worship Ministry Lead at Fellowship. Bill, Doug, and...
Jun 14, 2025•50 min
Deeper Podcast | Acts Week 7 Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! This week, we continue our journey through the book of Acts, focusing on a significant moment in church history—when believers in Antioch were first called “Christians.” It’s a name that’s lasted nearly 2,000 years, but what does it really mean to carry that title today? We explore the weight, identity, and calling that comes with being known as a follower of Christ. 🎙️ Special Guest: Maria Buchanan We’re joined by Maria Buchanan...
Jun 07, 2025•54 min
Deeper Podcast | Acts Week 6 Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! This week, we continue our journey through the book of Acts, focusing on a pivotal moment in the early church. We look at the story of Peter’s vision—where God challenges centuries of tradition by declaring what was once considered “unclean” as now clean. It’s a powerful picture of the gospel breaking barriers. We also dive into Peter’s realization that the same Holy Spirit given to the Jews at Pentecost is also given to the Genti...
May 31, 2025•49 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! In this week’s episode, we continue exploring the powerful stories in the book of Acts—focusing on three transformational moments: Philip sharing the gospel with Simon, the Ethiopian eunuch, and Saul’s dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus. All of these stories remind us that God often moves through ordinary people who are simply available —willing to respond wherever He places them. 🎙️ Special Guest: Justin Armbruster (starts at 20:03) We’re excited t...
May 24, 2025•56 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast ! This week, Brian steps in as host for Doug and is joined by special guest co-host Amy as they continue our journey through Week 4 in the book of Acts. Together, they explore some of the inspiring and powerful stories from the early church—how ordinary believers lived with bold faith, radical generosity, and deep community. It’s a reminder that the same Spirit at work in Acts is still moving in and through us today. 🎙️ Special Guests: Daryn & Deidre Schmi...
May 17, 2025•52 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast! This week, Brian and Doug continue the conversation on the book of Acts—diving into what it means to live with boldness in our faith. They share personal stories of stepping out in faith and encourage us to take practical steps toward becoming more courageous and intentional in our spiritual lives. 🎙️ Special Guest: Kevin Conard (starts at 22:10) In the second half of the episode, we're joined by Kevin Conard, founder of Blue Jazz Coffee. Kevin shares how he'...
May 10, 2025•51 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast, where we take time each week to reflect, unpack, and live out the powerful truths from the weekend’s message. Tune in, be encouraged, and let’s go deeper—together. -------------------------------------- Send us an email at deeper@fbctopeka.com See all our Deeper Podcast Episodes: https://bit.ly/deeperpod #ChurchPodcast #DeeperPodcast #Faith #SermonDiscussion...
May 03, 2025•52 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast, where we take time each week to reflect, unpack, and live out the powerful truths from the weekend’s message. Tune in, be encouraged, and let’s go deeper—together.
Apr 26, 2025•51 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast , where we take time each week to reflect, unpack, and live out the powerful truths from this weekend's message. In Week 4 of our “Church Reimagined: The Prodigal God” series, we’re excited to be joined by Pastor Joe Hishmeh. Joe shares some personal stories about his family and gives us a glimpse into what he hopes the church will take away from this weekend’s message at Fellowship. Together, we can show the heart of the Father as we are compassionate toward t...
Apr 19, 2025•35 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast , where we dive into the heart of Sunday’s message and explore how we can live it out in real, transformative ways. This week, in Week 3 of our “Church Reimagined: The Prodigal God” series, we reflect on one of Jesus' most powerful parables — the story of the Prodigal Son. We’re honored to be joined by Pastor Tim Hughes of Grace Point Church in Topeka. Tim shares personal stories from his time pastoring in Topeka, along with his deep hope for a more united and ...
Apr 12, 2025•48 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast! In this episode of our city-wide Church Reimagined series on the parable of the prodigal son, we're joined by Pastor Marcus Clark from Love Fellowship Church in Topeka. Pastor Clark shares his story and reflects on how believers can have grace towards one another while being both a picture of the younger and older brother within one church body. This deeper conversation is part of a unique collaboration among multiple churches across Topeka, coming together to...
Apr 05, 2025•37 min
Welcome back to the Deeper Podcast! In this week’s episode, we sit down with Pastor Grant English from Western Hills Church to hear his heart for a united Church in Topeka. We discuss his vision for bringing churches together during the Church Reimagined series, the importance of community, and how we can grow in faith collectively as multiple church bodies across Topeka. We also dive into the powerful parable of the prodigal son—what it teaches us about grace, forgiveness, and God’s unwavering ...
Mar 29, 2025•48 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
Mar 22, 2025•43 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
Mar 15, 2025•45 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
Mar 08, 2025•47 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
Mar 01, 2025•45 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
Feb 22, 2025•48 min
Welcome to the Deeper Podcast! Each week, we take a deeper dive into the sermon topic from our weekend service to explore its meaning, practical application, and how it can transform our daily lives. Hosted by Doug Congdon and Brian Tryhus, we bring you thoughtful conversations with church leaders, guests, and members of our community, diving into scripture, sharing insights, and sparking discussions that go beyond the surface. Whether you're looking to reflect on the message, discuss with your ...
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