Parkview Training Podcast

In this episode, Pastor Thomas Hoak concludes the mini-series on the EFCA Statement of Faith. In this episode, he covers convictions 6-10: the Holy Spirit, the Church, Christian Living, Christ's Return, and Response and Eternal Destiny.You can read the full Statement of Faith here: https://www.efca.org/sof.

The mini-series on the EFCA Statement of Faith continues in this week's episode. Today, Pastor Thomas Hoak will teach on convictions 3-5: The Human Condition, Jesus Christ, and the Work of Christ.Read the full Statement of Faith here: https://www.efca.org/sof.

Did you know that Parkview Church is a member of the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA)? This means that as a church body, we affirm and uphold the EFCA Statement of Faith, which is a set of ten theological convictions that set the foundation for our church and other churches like us. In this episode, Pastor Thomas Hoak teaches on the first two convictions of the Statement of Faith: God and the Bible.You can read the whole Statement of Faith here: https://www.efca.org/sof.

Pastor Thomas Hoak and Children's Ministry Director Michala Cox sit down to chat about the Trinity and how we can make this mysterious reality simple for our kids.

Pastor Mark and Devon sit down with Kevin Kompelien, the president of the EFCA to learn more about Kevin and the EFCA ahead of his visit to Parkview on November 12. We hope you can join us at 10 AM on Sunday, November 12 at Central Campus (15 Foster Road, Iowa City, IA) to hear Kevin's message.About Kevin Kompelien:With the gospel as the foundation of the EFCA, President Kompelien is committed to building a culture of disciplemaking furthering the EFCA’s mission of multiplying transformational churches among all people. His desire is to establish disciplemaking pathways and multiply generations of disciplemakers so that genuine gospel transformation occurs in the lives of individuals, families, churches and communities. In addition, Kompelien desires to see godly, well equipped men and women of all ages and ethnicities serving as leaders in our churches and in our communities so that ministry expands and flourishes.“We must see the United States through missionary eyes so that we don’t miss the opportunity to reach an ever more secular and religiously diverse American population. This includes reaching large cities and growing ethnic populations, and employing new methodologies for church multiplication.”Kompelien is confident that the EFCA will not reach this country unless the EFCA partners with like-minded movements and allows the gospel to take priority over denominational identity.President Kompelien works with EFCA leaders domestically and internationally toward the realization of seeing God raise up disciplemakers who with the gospel will transform entire cities and regions globally. This will be possible if pastors and leaders maintain a prayerful posture of deep dependence upon the Lord and work together in collaborative coalitions. As we depend on the Lord and humbly work together for kingdom purposes, Kompelien believes God will do great things.​Rev. Kevin Kompelien was elected president of the Evangelical Free Church of America in 2015. For the previous nine years, he served as the international leader for the Africa division with ReachGlobal (the international mission of the EFCA) and as a senior leader of the mission.A graduate of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (1983), Kompelien served over twenty years as pastor of two EFCA churches. In addition, he served on the North Central District Board chairing the church planting committee and on the Central California District Board (now EFCA West). In June 2019, President Kompelien was presented with an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree by Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois. A native of Thief River Falls, MN, Kompelien and his wife Becky have been married for 42 years. They have four grown, married children and nine grandchildren.Links and Resources:Videos about the EFCA: https://helps.efca.org/bundles/all-about-the-efcaEFCA Statement of Faith: https://www.efca.org/sof

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with guest Bob Blincoe (president emeritus of Frontiers USA) to discuss his breadth of work in the "handshake" between the church and the mission field, and to share a bit about what he will be teaching on at Parkview for our Global Outreach Conference (November 4-5, 2023).Global Outreach ConferencePrayer Breakfast: Saturday morning from 8:30-10 at Central Campus. Men and women will split out to hear from and pray with and for Global Workers. Register >>Global Celebration Potluck: Saturday night from 6-8 at Central Campus. Several Global Workers will share about their work abroad, and we will enjoy a potluck meal together. The main dish is provided, but guests are encouraged to bring a side or dessert to share. Register >> (childcare registration is closed)Sunday Prayer: During our regular Sunday AM Zoom prayer time (7-7:30), we will focus on praying with and for our Global Workers, and the specific requests they have shared for their ministries. Join the Zoom >>Global Worker Presentations: A variety of Global Workers will be sharing about their work in a classroom setting at both campuses. At East Campus, the presentations will be held in the Worship Center from 9-9:40 AM. At Central Campus, the presentations will be held in Rooms 107 and 108 from 10:30-11:30 AM. Learn more >>Sunday Keynote: Bob Blincoe will share a message from John 10:14-16, and how this key passage extends the Great Commission. Bob will be preaching live at Central at 9 AM and at East at 10 AM, with a video message played during the 10:45 AM service at Central.Training Night: Continue learning from Bob Blincoe as he shares a message called "What the Middle East Needs Now" out of Micah 4:1-6. This event is for ages 18+ due to potentially sensitive content. Register >>If you have any questions regarding the weekend, please email Parkview at [email protected].

In today's episode, we answer the question "What is Hospitality?" and look at examples in the Bible of hospitality as well as ways that we can live a life of hospitality towards others. Join Will, Sarah, and Devon as they discuss and share a practical next step in hospitality: by joining L14 Hospitality Services, our hospitality ministry toward college students! Read more below and sign up:L14 Hospitality Services:Even your laundry machine is a ministry.Let's show college students the hospitality and love of Jesus in practical, tangible ways! We'll be partnering with college ministries and the university to extend hospitality services (laundry, meals, and snacks) to college students.If you're ready to take this next step, click here to register. Let's bless the University of Iowa together!---Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people.Website: www.parkviewchurch.orgInstagram: @parkviewchurchicFacebook: Parkview Church

Devon Neese sits down with Pastors Thomas and Mark to learn more about Thomas's new role as Executive Pastor.---Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people.Website: www.parkviewchurch.orgInstagram: @parkviewchurchicFacebook: Parkview Church

In this episode, Pastor Wade Urig sits down on the podcast to give a final word of encouragement to us as we continue on mission to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ. We will miss Wade dearly, but are so excited for what God has for him in his next endeavor at Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois.---Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people.Website: www.parkviewchurch.orgInstagram: @parkviewchurchicFacebook: Parkview Church

This episode is a recording from our Women's Retreat in February 2023. Deacon Team member Joella Gerber teaches from Colossians 3:1-11.To learn more about Parkview, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastors Mark Balmer, Thomas Hoak, Doug Fern, and Wade Urig chat about the importance of Sunday morning preaching.To learn more about Parkview, visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Parkview elder Todd Cramer to learn more about him and how God brought him to where he is today.To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastors Thomas, Doug, and Mark sit down to discuss our upcoming sermon series on the letter of James. James is a great next step for us as a church as we seek to live Jesus together. This series will begin on May 28th and continue through the summer session.Additional resources:Radically Whole by David Gibson"Book of James Summary" by The Bible Project

A couple of weeks ago, Devon Neese sat down with Rhonda Crosser to get to know her and learn about what's going on in KidMin (Children's Ministry).Vacation Bible School is just two and a half weeks away. If you're ready to help the next generation take their next step toward Jesus, sign up to volunteer today! Visit parkviewchurch.org/vbs.

In the last installment of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Will Fuelberth teaches us that a whole disciple invites others to take the next step.--ResourcesThe Thing Is by Tony PayneGrowing Together by Melissa KrugerThe Vine Project by Tony Payne and Collin MarshallDiscipleship Series on Journeywomen podcast by Hunter Beless--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

In this episode of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Pastor Mark teaches us that a whole disciple stewards all of life for God's glory.--ResourcesGod’s Grace in Your Suffering by David PowlisonLife with Jesus by Tim ChesterGospel Fluency by Jeff VandersteldtGarden City by John Mark Comer--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Pastor Mark Balmer teaches us that a whole disciple pursues the Spirit's leading prayerfully in this installment of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series.--Resources Praying Life by Paul Miller“The Holy Spirit for Dummies” on Verity podcast by Phylicia MasonheimerA Praying Church by Paul Miller“Why We Pray” on Let’s Talk podcast by Melissa Kruger, Jackie Hill Perry, and Jasmine Holmes--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Pastor Doug Fern teaches us that in order to love Jesus, a whole disciple must love God's people.--ResourcesThe Gospel by Ray OrtlundBelong by Barnabas PiperThe Compelling Community by Mark Dever and Jamie DunlopThe Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosaria Butterfield--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Pastor Wade continues our series on the definition of a whole disciple. In this episode, Wade shares how a whole disciple repents with a humble heart.--ResourcesThe Blessing of Humility by Jerry BridgesHumble Roots by Hannah AndersonJ-Curve by Paul MillerChoosing Forgiveness by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

As we continue our series on the "Definition of a Whole Disciple," Pastor Wade joyfully teaches us that a whole disciple loves Jesus passionately above all else.--ResourcesGentle and Lowly by Dane OrtlundDelighting in the Trinity by Michael ReevesKnowing God by J.I. PackerMere Christianity by C.S. Lewis--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Our next installment in the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series teaches us that a whole disciple grows with God's people.--ResourcesHow to Walk into Church by Tony PayneYou’re Not Crazy podcast by Ray Ortlund and Sam AllberryLife Together by Dietrich BonhoefferCorporate Worship by Matt Merker--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

In this episode of the "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Devon Neese teaches us that a whole disciple embraces his or her true identity in Jesus.--ResourcesThe Centrality of the Gospel by Tim KellerIn His Image by Jen WilkinNeed to Know by Gary MillarIdentity Theft by Melissa Kruger--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

In this episode of our "Definition of a Whole Disciple" series, Andrea Gaston teaches us about the Biblical precedence to submit to God's Word, and what that looks like practically in our lives.--ResourcesHow to Read the Bible Better by Richard ChinBible Talk Podcast by 9MarksBible Matters by Tim ChesterWomen of the Word by Jen Wilkin--To find these resources and more, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Pastor Thomas Hoak walks us through the core definition of a whole disciple: a forgiven child of God who is taking the next step to learn Jesus, love Jesus, and live Jesus.For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

Pastors Thomas and Wade chat with Dane Ortlund about his book Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers. This summer, Parkview Community Groups will be studying this book together to deepen our love for Christ and our love for each other.About DaneDane currently serves as the senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He holds an MDiv and ThM from Covenant Theological Seminary as well as a PhD in New Testament from Wheaton College. Dane has authored several books, including Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners (Crossway, 2021) and Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers (Crossway, 2020). His speaking ministry has taken him in recent years to the Philippines, India, Ghana, Zambia, Switzerland, South Africa, and throughout the US. You can learn more about Dane by visiting his website.About Gently and LowlyChristians can easily feel that Jesus is perpetually disappointed and frustrated, maybe even close to giving up on them. They know what Christ has done for them—but who is he? How does he feel about his people amid all their sins and failures? In Matthew 11, Jesus describes himself as “gentle and lowly in heart,” longing for his people to find rest in him. This book reflects on his words, diving deep into Bible passages that speak of Christ’s affections for sinners and encouraging believers as they journey, weary and faltering, toward heaven. Purchase the book here.To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with elder Len Brooks to learn more about him and his heart for being an elder at Parkview.To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Join Pastor Thomas and elder Scott Eberly for a grace-filled conversation on caring for the elderly, especially those dealing with the effects of dementia.Resources:Matters of Life & Death Seminar: Join us on Saturday, April 15th from 9-11 AM for a morning of learning from Parkview leaders experienced in finance, healthcare, legal & spiritual matters. Register hereFinding Grace in the Face of Dementia by Jon Dunlop, M.D.: Experienced geriatrician Dr. John Dunlop wants to transform the way we view dementia―showing us how God can be honored through such a tragedy as we respect the inherent dignity of all humans made in the image of God. Purchase here

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Parkview elder Josh Rechkemmer to learn more about him and how God brought him to where he is today.To learn more about Parkview Church, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Devon Neese, our Communications and Associate Worship Director to learn more about her and her role as Communications Director.To learn more about Parkview, please visit parkviewchurch.org.

Pastor Thomas Hoak sits down with Pastor Mark Balmer and Kacey Ginn, our NextGen Ministries admin, to discuss evangelism and share practical tips for how each of us can take the next step in sharing the Gospel with those around us.