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Blackhawk Church Next Steps
Hosted by Blackhawk Church · EN
Welcome to Next Steps, a podcast from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI. We believe that following Jesus is a lifelong journey, so no matter where you’re at, there’s always a next step to take. Each episode we’ll create space for real conversations—about the questions we wrestle with, the challenges we face, and the hope we find in Jesus. Our goal isn’t to have it all perfectly figured out, but to walk faithfully towards Jesus together.
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Behind the Scenes | Care Ministry
Mar 2600:32:21Tap to summarizeIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, to talk about Care Ministry at Blackhawk. What does the Care team actually do? They share what care ministry is, how God led them to it, and who makes up the team (the answer might surprise you).Whether you've walked through a hard season and found support at Blackhawk or you've never heard of Care Ministry before, this episode will give you a closer look at how God is using this team to love and care for our church family.ResourcesBlackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Walking Through Holy Week
Mar 1700:29:19Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Chris Kopp walks through the days of Holy Week and then leads you through an immersive retelling of the events from the perspective of the Apostle Peter. As we head into Easter, this is an invitation to slow down, step into the story, and reflect on the significance of the season ahead.ResourcesEaster at Blackhawk | https://blackhawk.church/easter/The Hub | https://blackhawk.church/hub/Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Your Exodus Questions, Answered Part 1
Mar 1200:49:45Tap to summarizeWe're a month into our Exodus series, and you had questions. Hosts Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy sit down with Pastor Charles Yu for a Q&A on Exodus, covering why tribalism feels so instinctive, how to notice systemic oppression when it doesn't affect you directly, how to pursue justice without losing your witness, and why God seems drawn to passionate but deeply flawed people.ResourcesExodus Resource Page & JournalThe Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Behind the Scenes | College Ministry & Internships
Mar 500:29:43Tap to summarizeIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Michael Knapstad and Grace Miller to talk about college ministry and internships at Blackhawk. What's the college landscape looking like right now? What are students hungry for? And why do these years matter so much?You'll hear about the deep hunger students have for real, honest, and convicting teaching, how quickly what connects with college students can shift from year to year, and what it looks like to watch a student begin to recognize their gifting and sense God's call on their life.Whether you're a college student, a parent, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in the lives of college students at Blackhawk.ResourcesBlackhawk College Ministry - https://blackhawk.church/college/Internships at Blackhawk Church - https://blackhawk.church/internships/The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Behind the Scenes | Blackhawk Chinese Ministry
Feb 2600:31:15Tap to summarizeIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Charles Huang, the pastor of our Blackhawk Chinese Ministry. Listen in as he shares the origin story of the Chinese ministry here at Blackhawk, some highlights from this past year, and how we can be praying for their ministry in the season ahead.ResourcesBlackhawk Chinese Ministry The Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Behind the Scenes: Student Ministries
Feb 1900:42:53Tap to summarizeIn this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Ben Knox and Micah Howard to talk all things middle school and high school ministry. What's really going on in the lives of students right now? What pressures are they facing? What are they hungry for?You'll hear stories of how God is moving in powerful ways among middle and high schoolers, why this generation is more spiritually curious than we might think, and how our church family can pray for and support them. We also take a moment to marvel at the unexpected return of Christian apparel. Apparently, the T-shirts are back and more popular than ever.Whether you're a parent, volunteer, student, or someone who cares about the next generation, this episode will give you a hopeful look at what God is doing in our students' lives.ResourcesBlackhawk Middle School MinistryBlackhawk High School Ministry The Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →What Is Lent and Why Does It Matter?
Feb 1300:24:05Tap to summarizeWhat is Lent, and why does it matter? Whether you grew up observing it, you've never heard of it, or it felt more like an obligation than an invitation, this episode is for you. Tiffany Malloy and Chris Kopp talk about the history of Lent, what Ash Wednesday is all about, and practical ways to observe this season as we head toward Easter.ResourcesFalling into Goodness: Daily Readings for Lent | Chuck DeGroatYouVersion Bible AppLectio 365 AppThe Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Getting Ready for Exodus!
Feb 500:22:08Tap to summarizeWe're diving into a 13-week series on the book of Exodus. In this episode, pastor Charles Yu shares all about the series: why Exodus, how he hopes it will form us as a community, and why Exodus is the second-most foundational book of the entire Bible.ResourcesBearing God's Name : Why Sinai Still Matters | Carmen Joy ImesExodus Overview | BibleProject ClassroomThe Exodus Way | BibleProject Podcast SeriesExodus Resource Page & JournalThe Hub | Blackhawk ChurchHave questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Year In Review & Looking Ahead
Jan 2900:35:35Tap to summarizeWe’re back for another season of the Next Steps Podcast! Pastors Matt, Charles, and Tiffany kick off 2026 by looking back on how God moved in 2025 and sharing what they're excited about in the year ahead. You'll hear stories, highlights, and ways to join us in prayer for our Blackhawk Church family. Don’t miss the Year in Review for more stories: https://blackhawk.church/year-in-review-2025/Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
Transcribe →Advent | Love
Dec 2300:56:27Tap to summarizeThis season on the Next Steps Podcast, we’re entering into Advent together. We will explore what Advent is, why it matters, and how to celebrate it. We’ll also hear from worship leaders as they guide us through the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love.In this episode, Christian Eggers talks with worship leaders Hannah Busse and Trevor Kleinmeyer about Advent’s theme of love and the practice of beholding and adoring. They reflect on why slowing down to adore can be difficult, how the story of Jesus’ birth invites us into deeper wonder, and how worship and the arts help shape this practice.Reflection PracticeTake a minute to sit in silence, slow your mind, and breathe deeply. Invite God into this moment with you.Start by simply thinking about God. Consider who he is. Consider his love for you.Now spend a few minutes beholding God's goodness in your life. Recall some of the things he's created, the people he's put in your life, and the ways you've experienced his love and presence.Take a moment to simply reflect on the fact that God loves you and wants to spend time with you. What would it look like to embrace that truth this week?ResourcesThe Knowledge of the Holy | A.W. Tozer31 Days of Praise: Enjoying God Anew | Ruth Myers & Warren MyersBeloved | Francis ChanSpoken For: Embracing Who You Are and Whose You Are | Robin Jones Gunn & Alyssa Joy BethkeAdvent ResourcesHeaven and Nature Sing series | Blackhawk ChurchChristmas at Blackhawk Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.
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