Pathway Community Church Podcast
by Pathway Community Church KW
Whether you've known God for your entire life or you're just beginning your journey, Pathway Community Church Kitchener is a place for people like you to explore the teachings of Jesus Christ for the stuff of real life. If you're in Waterloo Region, Pathway meets every Sunday at Country Hills Community Centre and we'd love to meet you! Thanks for stopping by!
Episodes
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Jesus Moved Into The Neighbourhood
Have too many churches made “good news” sound like bad news and wondered why our neighbours keep their distance? This week at Pathway we're kicking off a new series called Won't You Be My Neighbour? This week we talk about how the legend, Mr. Rogers himself demonstrated authenticity and kindness…
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Up And To The Right
Ever feel like you finally made it, only to have the bottom fall out? David went from defeating Goliath to hiding in a limestone cave with 400 distressed outcasts. But here’s the secret: the cave isn't a permanent bunker. It’s the sacred crucible where God strips away false security and refines...
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A Church Where Everyone Serves Together
What would it look like for you to use your gifts?
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Coming Home To The Word Of God
Ever felt stuck between 2 disappointing choices when reading the Bible?On one side, there’s rigid certainty that doesn't allow for hard questions. On the other, there’s the temptation to throw the whole thing out. But what if there’s a better way to come home to the Scriptures?In this message…
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Coming Home Week 2 - A Global Vision
This week we're sharing a global vision for a world in distress.
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Feels Like Coming Home
There's a lot of different reasons to go to church. Some people want the music. The community. Answers to the questions that keep us up at night. Food for the soul. But if you're here because something's missing, you're in the right place. This fall, hear from people who walked into Pathway and...
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The Kingdom Of God On The Move
What if the “rules” you’re protecting are keeping you from the very heart of God? In Luke 13:10–21, Jesus shocks a synagogue by healing a woman crippled for 18 years—on the Sabbath—igniting outrage from religious leaders and joy in the crowd. We often villainize the Pharisees, but their motive…
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When It's Time For A Change
Jesus just said something that should make you uncomfortable: "I have NOT come to bring peace... but division." No, that's not a typo. In this message, we dig into one of the most jarring passages in the Gospel of Luke — where Jesus drops a full-on throwdown on the crowd, uses fire imagery as...
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Woes and Warnings | Luke 11:37-12:3
“Where in your life are you more concerned with looking righteous than actually being righteous?” Jesus sits at a dinner table in Luke 11 and does something deeply uncomfortable—He exposes the gap between appearance and reality. The cups are clean on the outside, but inside? Corruption. Religious...
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Teach Us To Pray
This week we're in Luke 11:1-13 as we jump back into our summer series called Jesus Hope Of The World.
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Above All Else
Most of us are better at maintaining our stuff than ourselves. We check the oil. We service the brakes. But our interior life? We run it until something breaks. In this final message of The Valley series, Pastor Darryl Buckle walks through Psalm 1 and Proverbs 4:20-27 to explore what it looks…
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Renewing our Relationships
In Week 4 of our series “The Valley: Real Conversations about Faith and Mental Health,” Shayne shares with us how our experiences with people, both positive and negative, can impact our health and happiness long into the future.
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The Valley Part 3 | Renewing Our Minds
The Week Pastor Shayne challenges us to renew our minds
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The Valley Week 2 | Bill's Story
This week retired pastor Bill Johnston shares his journey with a diagnosis of dementia.
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The Valley: Real Conversations on Faith and Mental Health
What if the darkest valley you are walking through isn’t proof you’ve lost the path, but the very place the Shepherd plans to meet you? In Week 1 of our series “The Valley: Real Conversations about Faith and Mental Health,” Pastor Darryl Buckle turns to Psalm 23 to ask what it actually means to...
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Lady Wisdom
The final week in our series called She Is!
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The __________ At The Well
Jesus walked into enemy territory to talk to a woman no one else would touch. Why did he go through Samaria when every other Jewish person walked around it? Why did he ask her for water? And who was she, really?
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Mothers of Faith
Join us for week 3 of our series She Is, celebrating the stories of just some of the amazing women in the Scriptures!
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She Is Deborah
Join us for week 1 of our series She Is, celebrating the stories of just some of the amazing women in the Scriptures.
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How To Give Grace to Someone Who Doesn't Deserve It
What does it actually look like to extend grace to someone who doesn't deserve it? What are the stakes if we do? - or if we don’t? This week at Pathway we talk about the dust up between Paul and Barnabas over John Mark exploring why grace often looks unreasonable, or even unwise. If you’ve ever...
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The Way of Grace
Have you ever felt trapped by habits you can’t break, haunted by past failures, or quietly rather proud of your spiritual performance? This week at Pathway we are challenging the way you see God, yourself, and other people. Grace isn’t spiritual theory, it’s the architecture of Christian faith…
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Easter at Pathway Community Church
Join us for Easter at Pathway Community Church
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The Day of Suffering
What do you do when you're facing suffering? In Gethsemane, Jesus fell to the ground. He told his friends his soul was feeling overwhelmed. He asked God for a way out. That's not weak faith. That's honesty. In this message from the 8 Days series, we look at Mark 14 and what Jesus shows us about...
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The Day of Love and Last Words
Most of us intend to serve humbly. We intend to love without conditions. And then the moment arrives, and we find out who we actually are.In John 13, with hours left before the cross, Jesus didn't give a speech. He picked up a towel and washed feet. Including the feet of the man he knew would...
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The Day of Judgement
Have you ever lost your cool? Vented your frustration or anger? This week we look at the story where Jesus demonstrates that sometimes love requires disruption, but righteous anger must flow from deep relationship with God and concern for those being harmed.
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The Day of Great Expectations
Everyone wants a hero. We build them up, hand them a script, and then feel let down when they go off course. Jerusalem did the same thing to Jesus. The crowds cheered him into the city expecting a warrior. A political fix. Someone to overthrow Rome and put things right. He rode in on a donkey.…
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How To Keep What You've Started.
What if you rebuilt the wall… and still lost the city? This episode concludes the Nehemiah series by highlighting that the wall was never the main point; Nehemiah’s deeper passion was restoring God’s people to worship and obedience.
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When Opposition Comes
Facing opposition while chasing your dreams? Expect it. Opposition is predictable, but it doesn't have to stop you. This message from Nehemiah 4 & 6 shows you how to keep building when critics mock you, accusations fly, and fear spreads through your team. What you'll learn: Why opposition means...
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You Can't Do It Alone | Nehemiah Week 3
Feeling overwhelmed by a challenge you think you have to solve alone? You don't. This message from Nehemiah 3 shows why the secret to rebuilding broken things in your life starts with asking "who" instead of "how." What you'll learn: Why trying to figure everything out yourself leads to burnout…
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Nehemiah: When It's Time To Rebuild | Take The First Step | Week 2
Ever feel paralyzed by fear, unsure of how to act when facing challenging situations or discerning God's call in your life? Understanding the steps and courage required to follow God's guidance can feel overwhelming and everyday challenges can represent significant spiritual battles requiring...
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Nehemiah: When It's Time To Rebuild | The Great Motivation
What breaks your heart enough to make you act? When Nehemiah heard about Jerusalem's broken walls, he didn't just feel bad—he wept, fasted, and prayed for FOUR MONTHS before taking action. This ancient story reveals a powerful truth: one person who sees what's broken and responds to God's call…
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Seek First
In this final message of our Simple series — Less Noise, More Jesus — Pastor Shane explores what it truly means to “seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness” (Matthew 6:33). Through a story about misplaced priorities, everyday busyness, and even phone-scrolling at night, this talk...
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Declutter
Are you living a cluttered, chaotic life? In this message, we explore how busyness, unhealthy relationships, negative thoughts, material possessions, and even soul clutter keep us from experiencing the abundant life Jesus promises. Drawing from Matthew 6:25-34, we discover that Jesus invites us…
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Go Slow.
It all started innocent enough. You felt like you were serving your values, stewarding your calling, and working hard to support your family. But soon the pace was unmanageable. This week at Pathway we're exploring a different rhythm for living. Cause you're not going to repair in a weekend what...
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simple: less noise, more Jesus | start small
You wake up January 1st with hope. This year will be different. By February? Gone. The problem isn't you. The problem is noise. Gym influencers. Self-help gurus. Everyone screaming "transform everything now." What if the answer isn't massive action? What if transformation happens through...
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Christmas Eve Eve
Christmas Eve Eve from Pathway
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Love Come Down
Jump into Love Come Down
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Cultivating Joy
This week we're looking at the Christmas story to learn how to cultivate Joy!
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Peace on Earth
Most people think peace means getting everything under control. Better job. Longer vacation. Perfect Christmas. But that version of peace shatters with one phone call or bad day at the office. What if the peace you're chasing is the wrong kind? What if real peace doesn't depend on everything…
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The Thrill of Hope
Celebrate the joy of the season with Christmas Playlist, a special series from Pathway Community Church that curates the timeless music of Christmas alongside the profound themes of Advent—hope, peace, love, and joy. Tune in to Pathway's Christmas Playlist for a soundtrack that brings families...
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People Are Strange
God designed you to need people who are nothing like you, and the tension between your differences creates the strength you lack alone.
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Ordinary People
Welcome to Pathway Community Church! Join us for our November 16th, 2025 service featuring special guest Stephen Roy from Mennonite Central Committee (MCC).In this inspiring message, Stephen shares how ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact in their communities and the world. Discover…
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How Far Will You Go to Rebuild a Broken Relationship
Do you have any complicated relationships in your life? Maybe it started with something small - a misunderstanding, a fight, words you wish you could take back. Now there's distance, hurt feelings and maybe even some bitterness. Jesus says reconciliation isn't just important - it's so important...
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Get Rid Of The Toxic
This week we're talking about those few rare relationships that you simply don't need.
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A Healthy You
Why does personal growth matter for your heart, happiness, and faith? Watch to find out how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and healing your past can transform every connection in your life. Discover the secret to healthy relationships—starting with a healthier you! Don’t miss the kickoff...
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Diversity as God's Design
Who is the gospel (the good news about Jesus) really for? In this message, we look at Acts chapter 8 and the story of the Ethiopian eunuch—a person on the margins, yet very much still part of God’s plan. Discover how diversity isn’t just a modern idea, but God’s original design for the church.If...
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Character Concerns
Join us for week 5 as we discuss the challenging story of Ananias and Sapphira.
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An Unstoppable Force For Good | To Be Continued
In this season of controversy, crisis, increased alarm and threat… the church in the book of Acts was filled with people of remarkable generosity. Join us for week 4 of our series as we renew our vision to be an unstoppable force for good in this world.
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When Trouble Comes | To Be Continued Week 3
Join us for week 3 of our series as we explore the power of prayer in the early church.
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A Jesus Centred Community | To Be Continued | Pathway Community Church
Join us for Week 2 in our series: To Be Continued
About this show
Whether you've known God for your entire life or you're just beginning your journey, Pathway Community Church Kitchener is a place for people like you to explore the teachings of Jesus Christ for the stuff of real life. If you're in Waterloo Region, Pathway meets every Sunday at Country Hills Community Centre and we'd love to meet you! Thanks for stopping by!
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