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Encounter Faith Podcast
Good Shepherd Church
254 episodes
2 days ago
Pastor Tara Beth continues our Forward Together Series diving into how we can trust God whenever we face obstacles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing...
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Pastor Tara Beth continues our Forward Together Series diving into how we can trust God whenever we face obstacles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing...
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Christianity
Kids & Family,
Religion & Spirituality
Episodes (20/254)
Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 11.9.25 - Pastor Greg Wenhold
Pastor Greg continued our Forward Together series, diving into how we can trust God when we face obstacles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing the aut...
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2 days ago
30 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 11.9.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach
Pastor Tara Beth continues our Forward Together Series diving into how we can trust God whenever we face obstacles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing...
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2 days ago
30 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Moving Forward Together: Pastor Tara Beth Leach
Pastor Tara Beth returns to the podcast as we kick off our new series Forward Together. Her and host Ross Cochran discuss generosity in the church, and the role of a church like Good Shepherd in making an impact in the surrounding community. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, ...
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1 week ago
22 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 11.2.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach
Pastor Tara Beth Leach kicks off our new Forward Together series where we declare that we are For Our Neighbors, For the World, and For the Worshipping Community here at 1310 Shepherd Drive. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and c...
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1 week ago
21 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Where Everybody Knows Your Name: Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool
Patty Schiewe, the director of Good Shepherd Lutheran Preschool joins host Ross Cochran to talk about the school, the staff she leads, and the impact that this school makes in our community. If you don't have a kid in your life who is age 2-5, odds are you know someone who does! You also might be a looking for an environment that is child-centered, kindergarten-readiness oriented, and uncommonly friendly and safe, look no further than Good Shepherd Preschool! SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Po...
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2 weeks ago
30 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.26.25 - Pastor Elisabeth Lectka
Ever felt paralyzed by life's storms, afraid to make waves? In Matthew's vivid account of Jesus walking on water, we witness Peter's bold—if imperfect—step of faith. Pastor Elisabeth reveals how this familiar story challenges our tendency to "play it safe" in today's world. Through powerful examples, from Martin Luther's courageous stand to a modern nurse's compassionate ministry, we discover how even trembling steps of faith can reveal Jesus to others. Don't miss this inspiring message about...
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2 weeks ago
22 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.26.25: Pastor Greg Wenhold
On Reformation Sunday, Pastor Greg takes us on a compelling journey back to 1517, when Martin Luther's personal transformation sparked a movement that still echoes today. Through Luther's struggle with anxiety and doubt, we discover how God's Word and the power of the cross transformed fear into purpose. This timely message challenges us to examine where our "vertical" relationship with God intersects our "horizontal" daily lives, inspiring us to live with intentional urgency and humble servi...
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2 weeks ago
34 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
For Our Neighbors: From Naperville to Around the World
When most people think about hunger, they picture places far away, but food insecurity exists right here in our community. In this conversation, host Ross Cochran is joined by Mike Havala, President & CEO of Loaves & Fishes, and Jess Schalk, Aurora Site Manager for Feed My Starving Children. They discuss the surprising realities of local hunger, the joy of volunteering, and how Good Shepherd partners with both organizations to live out its calling to love neighbors near and far. You’l...
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3 weeks ago
33 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.19.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach
Have you ever felt paralyzed by the storms raging in our world—political division, social upheaval, personal crises? Pastor Tara Beth powerfully unpacks Matthew's account of Jesus walking on water, revealing how fear can divide our minds between faith and chaos. She challenges us to rise above fear-driven responses and embrace Jesus' way of engaging chaos with love. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conve...
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3 weeks ago
23 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
For Our Neighbors: Pastor Tara Beth Leach on the Work of the Church
Pastor Tara Beth returns to the podcast to share fresh vision around how we, as a church, can be for our neighbors. Her and host Ross Cochran discuss current challenges for christians to navigate as well as her vision for the kind of church she hopes Good Shepherd will be in the future. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you ca...
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1 month ago
22 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.12.25 - Max Schiewe
Have you ever wondered what makes Jesus the ultimate example of resilience? Max Schiewe reveals how Christ's unwavering pursuit of humanity—from a humble birth in Bethlehem to His sacrificial death—demonstrates divine resilience that transforms our daily struggles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the ris...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.12.25 - Pastor Greg Wenhold
Pastor Greg Wenhold unveils a profound truth: Jesus Christ stands as history's most resilient figure, offering us a transformative model for facing life's challenges. Through vivid marathon analogies and personal vulnerability about his own family struggles, Pastor Greg illuminates three key pillars of Christ-centered resilience: unwavering connection to the Father through prayer, cultivation of authentic relationships, and the sacred practice of rest and renewal. Drawing from Jesus' in...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Practical Ways to Help Students Navigate Their Mental Health
Max Schiewe & Collin Puckett join host Ross Cochran to share perspective from Good Shepherd Students, the ministry they lead. Max and Collin dive into the practical realities of what students need during mental health crises and how all of us can support students and leaders. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot en...
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1 month ago
33 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 10.5.25 - Pastor Tara Beth
Ever feel trapped behind closed doors, paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? Through a powerful exploration of John 20, Pastor Tara Beth reveals how Jesus transcends our barriers—whether physical or emotional—bringing transformative peace. Drawing parallels between the fearful disciples and our own anxious times, she shares how Christ's resurrection power transforms fear into mission. Experience how Jesus still breaks through our defenses today, breathing new life and purpose into our wear...
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1 month ago
26 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Throwback Music - Ryan Hammer
Now that we've wrapped up our series Throwback, Ryan Hammer returns to the podcast to walk host Ross Cochran through some of the most influential music from the church in the 1980's, 90's, 2000's and 2010's. Enjoy this trip down memory lane! SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, ...
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1 month ago
18 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 9.28.25 - Max Schiewe
What does it mean to love like Jesus in our digitally divided world, one that we saw come into existence in the 2010s? Max Schiewe confronts this challenging question, exploring how Jesus crossed every imaginable boundary—racial, political, religious, and social—to demonstrate true agape love. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that...
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1 month ago
30 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 9.28.25 - Elisabeth Lectka
What does it mean to love like Jesus in our digitally divided world? Soon-to-be-Pastor Elisabeth confronts this challenging question, exploring how Jesus crossed every imaginable boundary—racial, political, religious, and social—to demonstrate true agape love. Through vivid Gospel stories and contemporary parallels, she reveals how our formation in Christ must transcend the tribal divisions of our social media age. This timely message challenges us to examine whether our love reflects Christ ...
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1 month ago
27 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Getting Connected to the Disability Community
Jen Fosdick, Ian Zamora, and Laura Jean "LJ" Martin join host Ross Cochran to offer a deep dive into the Disability Ministry at Good Shepherd, and some of the broader conversations impacting the disability community in Naperville. They share their experiences and perspectives with host Ross Cochran. They also offer insight into why this is community means so much to us at Good Shepherd, practical ways that you can get connected to the disability community in your neighborhood, and who they ho...
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1 month ago
34 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 9.21.25 - Pastor Tara Beth Leach
Ever feel trapped behind closed doors, paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? Through a powerful exploration of John 20, Pastor Tara Beth reveals how Jesus transcends our barriers—whether physical or emotional—bringing transformative peace. Drawing parallels between the fearful disciples and our own anxious times, she shares how Christ's resurrection power transforms fear into mission. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into th...
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1 month ago
32 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Sermon Replay: 9.21.25 - Ryan Hammer
Have you ever felt paralyzed by fear in an uncertain world? In a powerful exploration of faith versus fear, Ryan Hammer draws us into the disciples' locked room on that first Easter evening—where the risen Christ miraculously appears with words of peace. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lo...
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1 month ago
29 minutes

Encounter Faith Podcast
Pastor Tara Beth continues our Forward Together Series diving into how we can trust God whenever we face obstacles. SHOW NOTES The Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through the replays of our Sunday Sermons and conversations with our pastors and community leaders, we are prayerfully pursuing...