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Connected or Just Close By ,,,,another in the serties of podcasts byour two Pastors Ray & Andy ...The two Pastors reflect on where they are at with their two respective congregations. Being around people doesn’t mean you’re connected. In this episode, we explore the gap between proximity and true connection — and why so many of us live in that space without realising it.It’s about more than relationships. It’s about alignment, presence, and understanding what actually brings us together in a meaningful way. This conversation might just change how you see the people — and the world — around you.

Coming back from the AOG conference, we didn’t just leave inspired. We left challenged.In this episode, we unpack what happens when you stop waiting to feel ready and choose praise anyway. From early morning mindset shifts to honest conversations about leadership, growth and insecurity, this is a real look at what it means to follow God in the middle of the process.We talk about:• Why praise is not based on how you feel• How preparation shapes what happens in the room• Learning your voice and calling, even when you feel exposed• The difference between inward worship and outward praise• Stepping into uncharted territory with faith instead of all the answersThis is not polished or perfect. It is real, raw and where growth actually happens. If you have ever felt stretched, unsure or like you are still figuring things out, this one is for you.

In this episode, Pastor Andy B from the Southsea congregation and Pastor Ray from the Waterlooville congregation sit down for a relaxed, honest conversation about faith, church life, and what it really means to experience new life with God.Starting with everyday moments such as routines, seasons, Sunday services, and even failed attempts at running, the conversation naturally opens up into deeper reflections on grace, worship, identity, and being fully human while walking with Jesus.They talk about wearing the “best robe,” living lives filled with colour rather than obligation or routine, and the freedom that comes from allowing God into the cracks of our lives instead of trying to hide them.This is not a polished teaching or a stage performance. It is a real dialogue about learning, leading, resting, and growing together. Whether you have been a Christian for many years or are just exploring faith, this conversation offers encouragement, honesty, and a reminder that God is always at work bringing new life.

Join the conversation with Pastor Andy B from Family Church Southsea and Pastor Ray from the Waterlooville congregations. We talk through what we love about leading, and discuss some of our more unfiltered thoughts as Pastors, managing a growing church and leadership. Don't miss out!

What a combination of conversation! Pastors Nimi from the Havant congregation, Pastor Andy B from the Southsea Congregation and Pastor Ray from the Waterlooville Congregation! But with some additional special guests!Jump into this awesome conversation where our pastors talk about our churches, being called into ministry, and also being resilient to be able to do what God is asking us to do!

Faith brings new things: new birth, new life, new calling, new promises, and new seasons. Faith and the grace of God create a complete transformation in our lives. God says He is doing a new thing; He has ushered in a new covenant, a new agreement not based on mankind but on His Son. Jesus is the mediator of this new agreement between God and man.The new things God is bringing into your life, and into the life of Family Church, are the result of this agreement with heaven. We are all benefiting from the journey God has called us to.But what is God doing in your life?Are you experiencing the new things?The new life?Have you embraced the new birth?And are you standing strong as a representation of that newness?

Pastors Sean and Ray talk about all that's happening in the world and also in the church, as we pass through this transitional time, we need to be embracing the Grace of God for ourselves but also each other. Grace is not an excuse to stay where you are but the empowerment to move on and grow.Jump in the conversation with us today.

This week's upload may be a little delayed, but it is filled with heart, reflection, and vision for the year ahead. In our New Year’s episode, we look back at our Christmas services and the incredible moments we shared as a church family.We also look forward into something powerful: grace. The grace to grow, to embrace new things, and to recognise what God is doing in each of our congregations and in the lives of the people who make up Family Church.Join the conversation as Pastor Andy B, and Pastor Ray unpack what it means to step into a new season with open hands, fresh faith, and a willingness to grow.Whether you are part of Family Church or simply on your own journey of faith, this episode invites you to walk with us, reflect with us, and be part of what God is shaping in this new year.Tune in, lean in, and be encouraged as we explore the journey ahead together.

“Are You Ready?”........Pastor Andy B and I are in full swing with these podcast updates, where we share and summarize what our weeks have looked like, what our weekends involved, the heart behind our sermons, and how we feel the church is engaging with the messages God has placed on us.We are always encouraged to see that our hearts are in sync not only with what is happening in our churches but also with what God is doing next.Join us as we prepare our hearts for what’s ahead and get ready for what we believe God is about to do. Are you ready?

Join us as we navigate sensitive conversations about faith and religion within the church. Each episode explores why it's vital to approach these topics thoughtfully, balancing respect, truth, and love. We believe that honest dialogue, rooted in compassion, can strengthen understanding and unity. Whether you're a leader, a member, or simply curious, this podcast offers practical insights on how to engage in meaningful discussions without compromising grace or truth.

Cultivating Culture in the Church isn’t optional it’s the foundation.You need two lenses: micro and macro. Micro is the tough conversations. Macro is the vision for the future. If you love the church, you don’t avoid hard talks you lean in. Why? Because ignoring small problems creates big ones that destroy everything later.Culture isn’t just about stopping bad stuff. It’s about creating fertile soil where good things grow where life thrives and fruit multiplies. That’s the game.Enjoy the episode. Let’s build something that lasts.

“The Bible isn’t a self-help book it’s all about Jesus.”In this episode, we explore how every detail of Scripture points to Christ, from the Tabernacle’s design to the names Bezalel and Oholiab two craftsmen chosen to bring heaven’s creativity to earth. Their story reminds us that intimacy with God and partnership in His plan matter more than skill. Even if you feel unqualified, God wants what’s in your hands. You’re part of His big picture.

On Remembrance Sunday, we honoured those who gave their lives for our country a powerful moment of reflection. But as Christians, we hold something even deeper: the significance of the cross, the reality of who Jesus is, and the power of His Holy Spirit.Yet here’s the question: Have we lost sight of His presence and the transformation it brings to our lives?Join me and Pastor Sean Finch in Episode 4 as we dive into this vital conversation with members of the congregation. Together, we explore what it truly means to live aware of God’s presence in a world full of distractions.🎧 Listen now and rediscover what His presence produces in you.

What we believe about God is reflected by how we respond to him with our 'Yes'. Is God worthy of our 'Yes'? Or is He only worth our comfort and convince?If we have a problem with saying "Here I am Lord send me," Have we really encountered a Holy God?

Are finances connected to how we experience the presence of God in the church? What do you think? If you are holding back the money in your life from God's control does this affect how we experience the supernatural manifestation of his presence? 

Pastors Ray Mills & Andy Bullock get real about life, faith, and the choices we make. In this podcast, they talk through everyday situations and how the things we say and do like seeds shape the kind of harvest we see in our lives.This episode includes a short devotion and a daily challenge to help put the message into action. Whether working through tough stuff or seeing good things grow, this podcast is about staying intentional, planting well, and trusting God with the results.