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Doing the Deeper Work: Formation, Leadership, and Emotional Health with Danielle Pathak

Sabbath as the Turnkey to Wisdom – part 2 with Steve Macchia

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay and Danielle Pathak continue their conversation with Steve Macchia with a discussion about sitting with people in discernment instead of offering answers and opinions, and Steve shares a very personal example of the discernment process he undertook before starting his company. They talk about the rewards and difficulties of navigating such an enormous transition, and Steve provides a helpful definition of, and approach to, discernment. The Rev. Dr. Stephen...

How Sabbath Becomes a Way of Life - part 1 with Steve Macchia

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay and Danielle Pathak talk with Steve Macchia about growing up in a Christian household but not really having a personal relationship with Jesus, changing from a teaching degree to seminary in college, and finding his passions in ministry. Steve shares the advice he’d give his younger self in seminary, and they discuss how creativity and play can open us up to hear from God. They also discuss why he believes the sabbath is the turnkey to the deeper life. Thi...

Stepping Into More: Women’s Leadership in the Vineyard Movement

The Power of Local Leaders: Church Planting in Unreached Areas with Ray and Linda Noah

Expanding Our Imagination: The Future of Vineyard Missions with Bubba Justice

In this episode of the We Are Vineyard podcast, Jay talks with Bubba Justice about the work he's doing as Vineyard USA’s CFO, and the ways in which his interests in finance and missions overlap. Bubba shares about cultivating new imagination to engage the nations, strategic partnerships that equip international churches to expand the services they can provide, and the role of church planting in missions. Elgie “Bubba” Justice is the Chief Financial Officer and Missions Coordinator for Vineyard U...

What the Civil Rights Movement Taught Us About Following Jesus with Dr. Charles Montgomery

In this episode of the We Are Vineyard podcast, we’re celebrating Black History Month! In April 2023, the Vineyard USA National Team and some leaders from around the country embarked on an immersive learning experience hosted by the Evangelical Covenant Church called “Sankofa”, an African word meaning “looking back to move forward.” Dr. Charles Montgomery, Jr. talks with Joel Seymour about the parts of the experience that impacted him as a white man, his realization that discipleship was at the ...

Bridging Evangelism & Justice: A Conversation with Rev. Gabriel Salguero

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Josh Williams talks with Reverend Gabriel Salguero about an impactful message from the books of Isaiah and Revelation that shapes his vocational journey as a bridge builder, emphasizing how justice and mercy are interwoven in the gospel. Revered Salguero shares about the reality of justice fatigue, the essential role of prayer in staying refreshed and grounded, and the importance of staying intimately connected to the local church. Finally, Josh and Reverend S...

The Power of Proximity: Reaching Samaria in Your Own Community with Reverend Paul Robinson

In this episode of the We Are Vineyard Podcast, Josh Williams talks with Reverend Paul Robinson about how he defines justice and mercy, the crucial interplay of the two, and some of the upstream initiatives he’s currently focusing on. They discuss the value of investing in the health and well-being of your city both practically and spiritually, and how Reverend Robinson’s church uses the BLESS model as an evangelism tool. Reverend Robinson also shares about immersive cultural experiences, some o...

Rediscovering the Church’s Role in Justice and Evangelism with Josh Williams

Welcome back to Season Four of the We Are Vineyard Podcast! In today’s episode, Jay Pathak talks with Josh Williams about Vineyard USA’s connection with InterVarsity and partnering in their recent Ambition conference. Josh shares about how his role as AND of Justice & Evangelism has changed over the past couple of years, some of the partnerships he’s been developing, and his emphasis on serving your city and joining the redemptive history of places. Josh also talks about some of the interest...

Advent Week 4: Love with Mary Anne de la Torre

Advent Week 3: Jesus Starts With Joy with Rubén Quintero

Welcome to the We Are Vineyard Podcast! Today’s episode is week 3 in our Advent series, and Rubén Quintero, leader of Vineyard USA’s Hispanic Association, brings us a devotion on the theme of JOY. This will be followed by the song “Esplindida Noche/Cantemos” from Adoración Viña and Heaven and Earth, Vineyard Columbus’s worship and songwriting community. Show Notes: Esplindida Noche/Cantemos Vineyard USA’s Advent devotional and resources...

Advent Week 2: Peace with Melanie Forsythe-Lee

Welcome to the We Are Vineyard Podcast! Today’s episode is week 2 in our Advent series, and Melanie Forsythe-Lee, leader of Vineyard USA’s Women’s Association, brings us a devotion on the theme of PEACE. This will be followed by “ Christmas Medley” from Vineyard Worship’s album “Humble King” , performed by Tina Colón Williams. Show Notes: Christmas Medley Vineyard USA’s Advent devotional and resources...

Advent Week 1: A Hope That Does Not Disappoint with Dr. Charles A. Montgomery, Jr.

Leadership Under Pressure: Drew Hyun

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Drew Hyun about growing up with Korean immigrant parents, the impact of his father’s ministry on his faith, and how his passion for the Bible became a hangup for him. Drew talks about how God orchestrated an internship opportunity where he experienced deep healing, how he got involved with working in Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, and some of the shifts that are happening in the organization relating to community and coaching resources. Drew ...

Leadership Under Pressure: Dr. Henry Cloud

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Dr. Henry Cloud about his early life and how he became interested in psychology and leadership development. Dr. Cloud shares about helping people to build leadership muscles in a variety of environments, the role gaps serve in training, and developing leaders in their personhood. He also describes the factors involved in the makeup of a good leader and what happens when some of those elements aren’t as developed as others. Finally, he talks abou...

Leadership Under Pressure: Jim Herrington

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Jim Herrington about reconciling his call to ministry with some traumatic early experiences, and the career path that led him to leadership coaching and starting The Leader’s Journey . Jim shares about some of the ideas they’ve further cultivated since writing the first version of The Leader’s Journey and some of the things he learned throughout the process that changed the way he sees the world. Jay and Jim also discuss the difference between d...

Leadership Under Pressure: Michael Cusick

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Michael Cusick about being raised in a family with an extensive history of addiction, the circumstances that brought his brokenness and trauma to the forefront of his life, and how God rescued his marriage. Michael shares about starting the Restoring The Soul ministry, engaging people’s brokenness, and why sin management is not the best approach. Finally, Michael shares a profound story of redemption and he and Jay talk about how pastors can sup...

Leadership Under Pressure: Trisha Taylor

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Trisha Taylor about navigating her call to ministry as a woman and how she found her "in" as a counselor. They chat about the role of authenticity in transformation, some of the common internal issues that pastors need to explore for change to occur, and ways to support your pastor as a leader. Trisha also shares some of the unique gifts and challenges that she’s noticed among Vineyard people. Trisha Taylor is a counselor, author, consultant, an...

Leadership Under Pressure: Chuck DeGroat

In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Chuck DeGroat about his entrance to ministry and when his interests started turning toward psychology and people’s lives. Chuck talks about the intersection between narcissism and pastoral health and the pitfall of pastors turning inside themselves in self-protection. Jay and Chuck discuss the policies and structures Vineyard USA is beginning to implement to help keep pastors connected and healthy, and the importance of resourcing and relationsh...

Leadership Under Pressure: Dr. Jim Wilder

Leadership Under Pressure: Dr. Jim Wilder Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay talks with Dr. Jim Wilder about being raised in Colombia, South America in a high-stakes religious environment, and the point at which he had to accept that God is bigger than the one he was raised to believe in. Dr. Wilder shares about exploring trauma through the lenses of faith and psychology, the difference between education and anointing (and the need for maturity in both), and some ty...

Leadership Under Pressure: Jay and Danielle Pathak

Leadership Under Pressure: Jay and Danielle Pathak Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, Jay and Danielle Pathak kick off a new series titled “Leadership Under Pressure.” They discuss all things related to Danielle’s world as Vineyard USA’s Associate National Director of Pastoral Health and Formation, touching on physical, financial, relational, emotional, and spiritual areas of health. Danielle shares about her process of assessing resources for personal or pastoral healt...

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Anabeth Morgan

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Anabeth Morgan Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we complete our mini-series on the Vineyard USA National Conference session: A Story Of The Vineyard in Song. This week, Adam and Nicole Dill talk with Anabeth Morgan. Anabeth expands on the story she shared during the session via video about being invited to a Vineyard church, feeling like she found a sense of home, and what that experience meant to her. She also talks about what she do...

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Ed Piorek

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Ed Piorek Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we continue our mini-series on the Vineyard USA National Conference session: A Story Of The Vineyard in Song. This week, Adam and Nicole Dill talk with Ed Piorek about the childhood experiences that provoked him to seek the Lord. They also discuss how the Father’s love shaped his life, leadership and church, as well as his own parenting. Finally, Ed talks about pioneering intimate language in...

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Cindy Rethmeier

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Cindy Rethmeier Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we continue our mini-series on the Vineyard USA National Conference session: A Story Of The Vineyard in Song. This week, Adam and Nicole Dill talk with Cindy Rethmeier about the early days of the Vineyard, how new songs were introduced, and some of the stories behind the original Vineyard songs. Cindy shares about how relationships influence songwriting, and navigating the balance of fa...

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Brian Doerksen

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – Brian Doerksen Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we continue our mini-series on the Vineyard USA National Conference session: A Story Of The Vineyard in Song. This week, Adam and Nicole Dill talk with Brian Doerksen about his first encounter with the Vineyard and the doors it opened for him to pursue the faith his heart longed for. Brian shares the history behind the album “Changed By Your Glory” and the stories of how some of his most...

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – The Making Of

A Story of the Vineyard in Song – The Making Of Show Podcast Information Welcome back to the We Are Vineyard podcast! In today’s episode we are kicking off a mini-series about a very special session of this summer’s National Conference called “A Story of the Vineyard in Song.” In this episode, you will hear from the planning team (Adam Russell, Casey Corum, Melisa Keller, Caleb Maskell, and Nicole Dill) about why they decided to create this session and some behind-the-scenes stories about the pl...

Pastoral Succession Part 4: Pathway Vineyard with Phil Strout and Allen Austin

Pastoral Succession Part 4: Pathway Vineyard with Phil Strout and Allen Austin Show Podcast Information This episode of We Are Vineyard is the final in our mini-series on pastoral successions. Super Regional Leader John Elmer interviews Phil Strout and Allen Austin about how they each felt called in this transition, some of the things that were successful in transitioning, and the value of raising someone up from within the church. Allen shares some thoughts on those who are feeling a call to se...

Pastoral Succession Part 3: Branches Vineyard with Amanda Clark

Pastoral Succession Part 3: Branches Vineyard with Amanda Clark Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we continue our mini-series around pastoral succession with Super Regional Leader Joel Seymour interviewing Amanda Clark. Amanda shares about being born into a hyper-charismatic healing cult, navigating her relationship with Jesus after leaving that religious group, and her journey into ministry. Amanda and Joel talk through the things her pastor did to prepare the church ...

Pastoral Succession Part 2: Pearland Vineyard with Alan Allen and Kurt Attaway

Pastoral Succession Part 2: Pearland Vineyard with Alan Allen and Kurt Attaway Show Podcast Information In this episode of We Are Vineyard, we continue our mini-series around pastoral succession with Super Regional Leader Joel Seymour interviewing Alan Allen and Kurt Attaway. Alan shares his story of planting the church, and Kurt shares about being raised in the Vineyard and finding his way into ministry through the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. They talk about Alan calling out what he saw t...