Podcast
ECHO
Hosted by Project: ReFRESH · EN
A simultaneous podcast/video series, Echo brings together different viewpoints but finds common ground on difficult topics. This series features Ryan Becker as host.
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Grace vs. Discipline — Special Guests: Andrew Korp and Rachel Beaver
Jul 17, 202000:30:19Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. There is a pervasive argument amongst the members in the Christian community over "Grace or Discipline." Join Ryan and his two guests as they explore their perspectives and personal experiences with this topic. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Andrew Korp is a Senior Theology Major at Southern Adventist University. He enjoys the outdoors and capturing it all through photography. He loves spending time with his wonderful family and friends. His personal mission in life is sharing the gospel of Jesus to others and telling them how He has changed him from the inside out. Rachel Beaver is a recent graduate of public relations from Southern Adventist University. She is also her local church communication leader, and one of the leaders of their pathfinder clubs. Rachel love to have fun but most of all she loves to connect with people.www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Finding Your People — Special Guests: Jon Daniel and Ethan Wu
Jul 10, 202000:33:01Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. When you graduate academy, high-school or college and move away from your group of friends, many young adults don't know where all the other young adults are. So how do you find them? Join Ryan and his guests as they discuss their own journeys of finding their people.Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Jon Daniel is currently a graduate student at Southern Adventist University, pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health and counseling. Previously he spent 6 years doing youth ministry. Jon and his wife, Kim, live in Ooltewah TN and enjoy hiking trails, exploring coffee shops and other stereotypical millennial activities. Ethan Wu is a Junior at Southern Advenist University studying computer science. Wu is also a part of the Engage Ministry program with SAU’s recruiting team. In his spare time, he really enjoys listening to and getting lost in music. www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Boundaries — Special Guests: Nena Madrigal and Jacob Fisher
Jun 26, 202000:36:47Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. One of the most challenging things to do, is to set boundaries in your life. Some people are fantastic at this and others have some work to do. In today's episode, Ryan and his guests explore their own journeys with boundaries in their lives. Let's listen!Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Nena Madrigal is from Chattanooga, TN and a student at Southern Adventist University. She loves spicy food, hiking, music, people and service. After graduating, she hopes to work in the mission field.Jacob Fisher is a senior digital broadcast Major at Southern from Calhoun GA. He loves video games, swimming, and anything Star Wars. Fisher wants to spread people’s stories and make people laugh!www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Chasing Your Purpose — Special Guests: Jon Daniel and Kevin Christenson
Jun 19, 202000:38:34Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. "What is my purpose?" This question runs through every young adult's mind. For some, they have known their whole life and for others as they are heading off to college, they are still asking that question. In this episode, Ryan and his guests explore this question but not just from a sitting back and waiting to find it but actually pursuing it. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Jon Daniel is currently a graduate student at Southern Adventist University, pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health and counseling. Previously he spent 6 years doing youth ministry. Jon and his wife, Kim, live in Ooltewah TN and enjoy hiking trails, exploring coffee shops and other stereotypical millennial activities. Kevin Christenson is originally from Kettering, Ohio, where Kevin attended Spring Valley Academy and graduated Southern Adventist University with Bachelor’s degrees in International Business. During his time at SAU, he created the comedy sketch show Studio 4109: LIVE and starred as “Ashpenaz” in the 2014 Oshkosh Camporee: Daniel (and its documentary film) After interning for several years with Kettering Health Network in marketing and communications, he went into the booming Atlanta film industry. Kevin worked on major film and TV sets alongside A-list actors, musicians, directors, and producers; learning the industry’s best practices to help the church produce better storytelling. After having conversations about faith on set, he realized both worlds had a lot to gain from each other. www.thescratchnews.comwww.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Joy vs. Happiness — Special Guests: Nena Madrigal and Jacob Fisher
Jun 5, 202000:32:32Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. The words "joy" and "happiness" sometimes get used interchangeably when they have two different meanings. In this episode, Ryan and his guest dive head first into defining these terms and sharing their personal perspectives on how these terms have affected their own lives.Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Nena Madrigal is from Chattanooga, TN and a student at Southern Adventist University. She loves spicy food, hiking, music, people and service. After graduating, she hopes to work in the mission field.Jacob Fisher is a senior digital broadcast Major at Southern from Calhoun GA. He loves video games, swimming, and anything Star Wars. Fisher wants to spread people’s stories and make people laugh!www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →How to Be More Selfless and Caring — Special Guests: Natibel Fortunato and John Moldova
May 29, 202000:31:50Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. One of the biggest problems we face in our society today is that of selfishness. It is so easy to be consumed by "my needs," "my wants," "my..." In today's episode, Ryan explores with his guests the topic of, "How to be more selfless and caring." Join them as they share their perspectives and personal stories.Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Natibel Fortunato is currently studying Social Work at Southern. Driven by a passion to serve others, make systemic improvements for those in need, and follow God’s calling on her life, she loves serving those around her, discovering new places and things to try, and meeting as many dogs as possible.John Moldova is a sophomore theology major at Southern Adventist University. He really enjoys music (playing guitar) and loves reading books. Moldova is also an intrical part of the Engage Ministry program with SAU’s recruiting team. www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Where Do You Find Beauty in Seventh-day Adventism? — Special Guests: Kaleb Eisele and Henry Johnson
May 22, 202000:41:01Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. It's so easy to pick-a-part things that might be wrong with the church. In a society that breeds pessimism, how can we find the positive or beauty in the mess caused by humans. Join Ryan and his two guests as they share their personal stories and journeys and their perspectives on finding the beauty in the Seventh-day Adventist church. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Kaleb Eisele is a content creator living with his wife and two cats in Portland, Oregon. As the editor and founder of social media projects like Humans of Adventism and Oregon Adventist Stories, Kaleb’s work focuses on the life experiences of Seventh-day Adventists. Kaleb holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English from the College of Charleston, where he focused on emerging literary trends, and currently serves as the VP for Recruitment & Development for the Society of Adventist Communicators.www.adventisthumans.comHenry Johnson is the director of Young Adult Ministries at the Carolina Conference. In 2019, he teamed up with Ryan Becker to cohost a brand-new podcast series called “A Beautiful Faith,” which launched in early 2020. Johnson ienjoys reading, historical reenacting, music, and unique tie knots. His number one passion, though, is seeing the Gospel message click in youth and young adults. www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Prayer Life — Special Guests: Marty Miller and Austin Bates
May 15, 202000:28:28Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. The subject of a "Prayer Life" can be a touchy one. Some may feel subjected to judgment if their's is compared to yours. For some, they may desire a deeper better prayer life while other's think theirs is sufficient. Join Ryan and his guests as the dive head first into their perspectives and personal experiences with their own Prayer Life Journey. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Marty Miller is a lifelong disciple of Christ, the loving husband of his first wife, the proud father of two adult children, and has most recently become an exuberant grandfather! Marty’s career path has been primarily in the field of education having served in both public and private sectors from California to Tennessee. He has held positions that include elementary school principal, multi-grade teacher, middle school science teacher, high school science teacher, nature center director, outdoor school director, educational consultant, university education professor, student teacher supervisor, and outdoor leadership program director. He is a well-recognized outdoor professional with skills and certifications that include WMI/NOLS Wilderness First Responder, ACA Swift Water Rescue, and AIARE Avalanche Safety. Marty is gifted at discovering and sharing spiritual lessons from nature, God’s second book, as modeled by Jesus Christ, the master educator. Now, after nearly 30 years in education, Marty has transitioned into full-time ministry by creating Blueprint for Men, a non-profit men’s ministry devoted to helping men discover and live out their God-given design in a secular world. Through outdoor retreats, small group support, leadership training, and curriculum development, Marty is helping men to step up and become the men God intended them to be, better husbands, better fathers, and better disciples of Christ! Blueprint for MenAustin Bates is a sophomore theology major at Southern Adventist University. He has a passion for music ministry in the Adventist church and is chasing God’s call to be a youth pastor in an urban setting. As the student director for Engage Ministries, Austin is constantly seeking out new opportunities to expand his ministerial reach.www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Mentoring Relationships — Special Guests: Benjamin Lundquist and Natalie Boonstra
May 8, 202000:44:50Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. Have you ever had a mentor or do you have one right now? Why should you have a mentor? Mentoring can be one of the best relationships you can have in your life. Listen to Ryan and his guests share their personal experiences both from the mentor and mentee side of the relationship. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:BENJAMIN LUNDQUIST is the Young Adult Ministries Director for the Oregon Conference and also serves as the Young Adult Ministries Coordinator for the North American Division. Benjamin has an M.A. in Youth and Young Adult Ministry from Andrews University. He has spearheaded a variety of innovative young adult ministry projects and mentoring models. He is passionate about inspiring young adults to become growing followers of Jesus and leaders for His cause. Ben and his wife Kim spend much of the year investing in the lives of the the next generation through camps, retreats, speaking appointments, and simply sharing their life with others.Check our Rise and Lead Podcast that Ben hosts. Natalie Boonstra is a junior public relations major at Southern Adventist University. She’s the co-host and producer of Flourish by AWL a podcast for Adventist Women Leaders. And she has a passion for using media to connect people with Christ, and build His church. She is also Ryan Becker’s hero.www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
Transcribe →Growing-up Adventist — Special Guests: Jon Daniel and Ethan Wu
May 1, 202000:38:36Tap to summarizeSeason 4 was shot and recorded at the Carolina Conference, Charlotte, NC and at Southern Adventist University, Collegedale, TN.Ryan's special guests for this season are made up of local pastors, students, Conference employees and church members in the Carolinas and employees of Southern Adventist University. So often we think no one can relate to us because we think we are the only one who has gone through an experience. But that's just not the case. Join Ryan and his guests as they share their personal experience "Growing-up Adventist" with three different backgrounds. Let us introduce you to this episode's special guests:Jon Daniel is currently a graduate student at Southern Adventist University, pursuing a master's degree in clinical mental health and counseling. Previously he spent 6 years doing youth ministry. Jon and his wife, Kim, live in Ooltewah TN and enjoy hiking trails, exploring coffee shops and other stereotypical millennial activities. Ethan Wu is a Junior at Southern Advenist University studying computer science. Wu is also a part of the Engage Ministry program with SAU’s recruiting team. In his spare time, he really enjoys listening to and getting lost in music. www.theprojectrefresh.orgwww.southern.edu Support the show
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