The Clergy Corner
With Holy Week upon us, this week Pastor Arik shares one of his favorite poems by the poet Sh'maya, titled, "The Shattered Grave"
info_outline Episode 272: The Journey Series Revisited: Ronald GibsonThe Clergy Corner
With the upcoming Holy Week events taking much of Pastor Arik's time and focus, this week he releases an old interview from years ago when he sat down with a dear friend and coworker. Join us this week as Pastor Arik sits down with Ronald Gibson, an incredibly intelligent man and a talented organist, as they discuss Ron's life journey and his passion for music
info_outline Episode 271: St. Patrick's DayThe Clergy Corner
With St. Patrick's Day approaching on Sunday, this week Pastor Arik looks at the origins of the holiday and how it has transformed into the celebration we have here, today.
info_outline Episode 270: MetamorphasisThe Clergy Corner
As new life returns to our world, this week Pastor Arik examines the cycle of life, death, and rebirth. Join him as he explores how painful moments of deconstruction can create fertile ground for the new life that is coming next.
info_outline Episode 269: The Journey Series Revisited: Dr. Michael SinklierThe Clergy Corner
This week Pastor Arik revisits an old interview he did with his best friend, Dr. Michael Sinklier, from eight years ago. Listen in to this old episode where they discussed Michael's faith journey, his passions, and some of his more memorable medical stories.
info_outline Episode 268: Ruts of RoutineThe Clergy Corner
This week Pastor Arik examines how our routines can sometimes leave us feeling in a rut. As he explores an example in his own life, he encourages us to find ways to live intentionally in the present moment, and to live every day to the fullest.
info_outline Episode 267: Ashes and ValentinesThe Clergy Corner
Today is Ash Wednesday AND Valentine's Day! This week Pastor Arik looks at how these seemingly opposite holidays actually work well when brought together. Join him as he explores how embracing our mortality makes those relationships in our lives, even better.
info_outline Episode 266: A Guided MeditationThe Clergy Corner
As Lent approaches next week, this week Pastor Arik centers himself (and hopefully the listeners!) by leading a guided meditation. Find some time and a place to get comfortable before listening in to this week's episode!
info_outline Episode 265: The Symbol of the CrossThe Clergy Corner
In the midst of revamping the website and updating the church's logo, this week Pastor Arik looks at how the cross became the symbol of the Christian faith, and why the church's new logo will step away from this imagery.
info_outline Episode 264: The Power of PlanningThe Clergy Corner
This past weekend Pastor Arik attended a planning session with the church council. Coming away from the experience, he was impressed and hopeful for what the year will bring. Join him as he reflects upon what made this planning session different, and how we can apply these same lessons to our own lives
info_outlineEver hear a song that touched a part of you in a way you can barely articulate? In this week's episode, Pastor Arik looks at a song and a moment in his life that he will never forget