Park Center's Out of the Park Podcast

Conversations on the Future of Congregational Ministry: A Discussion with Dr. Jonathan Walton Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Jonathan Walton Drs. Wesley Avram and Jonathan Walton discuss Christian Nationalism and the importance of faith-based education within our Christian service and living.

House United: A Discussion with Dr. Allen Hilton Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Allen Hilton Drs. Wesley Avram and Allen Hilton discuss Hilton's House United organization and how it builds towards the common good.

The Bible: A Discussion with Dr. Michael Hegeman Nate Smith and Dr. Michael Hegeman Dr. Michael Hegeman breaks down for us how the Bible has been transcribed/transmitted into various translations over the centuries.

The Final Yes: A Discussion with Rev. Judith Brackett Dr. Wesley Avram and Rev. Judith Brackett Dr. Wesley Avram discusses with Rev. Judith Brackett about Jesus as the final answer, "Yes," in a "No" culture.

R.E.A.D. - American Dirt Dr Michael Hegeman Featured podcast from December 2020: Join Drs. Susan Bacon and Michael Hegeman discuss the December book choice in our R.E.A.D. (Race, Education, Awareness and Dialogue) program. The outstanding book is American Dirt by author Jeanine Cummins, about the ordeal of a Mexican woman who had to leave behind her life and escape as an undocumented immigrant to the United States with her son. The story reveals the incredible hardships of an immigrant being chased by the Mexican drug cartels and the obstacles of traveling with only the clothes on their backs. It's a must read!

FPC Memorial Lecture: A Discussion with Stephanie Saldaña Dr. Michael Hegeman and Stephanie Saldaña Author Stephanie Saldaña shares with Dr. Michael Hegeman her stories and experiences surrounding Syrian culture and conflict.

Can We Share the Future?: A Discussion with Dr. Heath Carter Pt. 2 Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Heath Carter Dr. Wes Avram discusses with Dr. Heath Carter the Social Gospel and Christianity as a force of equality.

Can We Share The Future? A Discussion with Dr. Heath Carter Pt. 1 Dr. Wes Avram and Dr. Heath Carter Drs. Wes Avram and Heath Carter discuss the role of social activism in the church, past and present.

Can We Share The Future? Part Three: A Discussion About Harmonious Home With Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Miroslav Volf discusses competitive good versus common good in building the "Harmonious Home."

Can We Share The Future? Part Two: A Discussion About Common Belonging With Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Wes Avram and Dr. Miroslav Volf discuss the different visions of home and the various impeding forces that threaten our common belonging.

Can We Share The Future? Part One: A Discussion About Home With Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Miroslav Volf Dr. Wes Avram and Dr. Miroslav Volf discuss faith and common good as it relates to the concept/meaning of home.

From Relevance to Resonance: A Discussion with Rev. David Wood Dr. Wes Avram and Rev. David Wood Dr. Wes Avram converses with Rev. David Wood about the ways in which people believe, the innate yearning for transcendence, and the importance of cultivating more resonance within the church.

Back to School: A Discussion With Brandon Huenemann Dr. Michael Hegeman and Brandon Huenemann Dr. Michael Hegeman discusses with the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries, Brandon Huenemann, the challenges of navigating through youth education and creating safe spaces.

Back to School: A Discussion With Dr. Patty Jensen Drs. Michael Hegeman and Patty Jensen Dr. Michael Hegeman converses with Dr. Patty Jensen about the challenges public education faces and where faith comes into play.

Back to School: A Discussion With Liz Smith Rev. Leah Quarles and Liz Smith Rev. Leah Quarles and Director of Children's Ministries, Liz Smith, discuss the youth of Pinnacle and what to expect this coming school year from Pinnacle Presbyterian Church.

Back to School: A Discussion With Megan Bailey Dr. Michael Hegeman and Megan Bailey Dr. Michael Hegeman sits down with Elementary Teacher, Megan Bailey, to discuss domestic/international models of education, as well as the state of education in a post-pandemic world.

Summer Travel: A Discussion About England Dr. Michael Hegeman and Rev. Erik Khoobyarian Revs. Mike Hegeman and Erik Khoobyarian chat about Erik's recent trip to England, the importance of travel, and how it can bring one closer to the Living God.

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Summer Movie Series: A Discussion About The Truman Show Dr. Michael Hegeman and Nate Smith Dr. Michael Hegeman and Pinnacle Communications Associate, Nate Smith, discuss and analyze "The Truman Show" to unveil its themes of God's Truth, as well as mankind's manipulation of reality through our media-saturated lives.

Summer Movie Series - A Discussion About ET The Extra-Terrestrial Dr. Michael Hegeman and Nate Smith Dr. Michael Hegeman and Pinnacle Communications Associate Nate Smith use the 1982 movie, ET, as a showcase for the power of film and how to see it through a Christian lens.

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Summer Reading - A Discussion About the Pinnacle Book Club Dr. Michael Hegeman and Merrill Turley Join Dr. Michael Hegeman as he talks with church member Merrill Turley about her role in the Pinnacle Women's Book Club and what it means to read alongside others. The power of reading the same book, discussing the book's themes and characters brings another dimension to our understanding of literature. There is no substitute for reading in groups as it enlightens us to another way of thinking and learning.Give it a listen!

Summer Reading: A Discussion About Books and Our Approach to the Text Dr. Michael Hegeman and Dr. Kyle Jensen Dr. Michael Hegeman converses with Dr. Kyle Jensen about what got them into reading and their approaches to the text, be it book or audio book.

Our Pinnacle Sanctuary Organ Pt. 2: A Discussion with Bruce Fowkes Dr. Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler and Bruce Fowkes From Chattanooga, TN to Scottsdale, AZ, Bruce Folkes talks about the origin&nbsp;of the Pinnacle Presbyterian Church organ and what makes this instrument so unique.

Our Pinnacle Sanctuary Organ Pt. 1: A Discussion with Bruce Fowkes Dr. Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler and Bruce Fowkes Dr. Ilona Kubiaczyk-Adler interviews Bruce Fowkes of Richard &amp; Fowkes on his background in organ building and the history of the Pinnacle Presbyterian organ.

Meeting Eye to AI Part Two: A Theological Approach to Artificial Intelligence Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Kyle Jensen Join Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Kyle Jensen for Part Two of Meeting Eye to AI as they talk about technological 'remedies' versus the remedy&nbsp;of God's Grace.

Meeting Eye to AI Part One: AI and Its Effects on the Human Consciousness Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Kyle Jensen Dr. Wesley Avram discusses with ASU Professor of English/Director of Writing Programs Kyle Jensen, the influx of artificial intelligence technology and the importance of 'digital literacy.

Youth Sunday Edition Pt. 2 Dr. Michael Hegeman and Laurel Davis For the last part of our Youth Sunday Edition podcast series, Dr. Michael Hegeman discusses&nbsp;with youth deacon, Laurel Davis, the importance of talking across differing belief systems, while staying true to one's faith.

Youth Sunday Edition Pt. 1 Dr. Michael Hegeman and Benjamin Sidoti In honor of Confirmation and Youth Sunday, Dr. Michael Hegeman discusses&nbsp;with youth, Benjamin Sidoti, how Pinnacle Presbyterian Church has shaped him in faith and leadership.

Hope for Haiti-A Discussion with Pastor Luc Deratus of Harmony Ministries Dr. Wes Avram and Rev. Leah Quarles with Pastor Luc Deratus Join Dr. Wesley Avram and Rev. Leah Quarles as they converse with Pastor Luc Deratus (Harmony Ministries) about the challenges Haiti faces and the shared hope for God's Reign over an impoverished and dangerous nation.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About Sanctification, Transparency and Authenticity in Holy Living with Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Michael Hegeman Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Michael Hegeman In this final podcast in the 'Holy Humans' series, Dr. Michael Hegeman discusses with Dr. Wesley Avram the importance of Sanctification and the falsehood of self-authenticity.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About Intentional Vs. Accidental Sainthood Pt. 2 Dr. Wesley Avram and Professor Elizabeth Ursic Join Dr. Wesley Avram and Professor Elizabeth Ursic as they converse about exemplary&nbsp;lives in Christian traditions and institutions, with a focus on female Sainthood.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About Intentional Vs. Accidental Sainthood with Dr. Wesley Avram and Professor Elizabeth Ursic Dr. Wesley Avram and Professor Elizabeth Ursic Dr. Wesley Avram and Professor Elizabeth Ursic discuss how we recognize Sainthood and whether or not one has to be pure in their motives, in order to be classified as a Saint.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About Spiritual Disciplines with Dr. Michael Hegeman and Rev. Margo Walter Dr. Michael Hegeman and Rev. Margo Walter Dr. Michael Hegeman and Rev. Margo Walter discuss&nbsp;how to turn attention away from worldly affairs to better recognize Holiness in our day to day lives.

Holy Humans! A Disussion About Imperfect Sainthood with Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Lorraine Brugh Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Lorraine Brugh Join Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Lorraine Brugh as they converse about Sainthood, and all its imperfections, within the church.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About Scandalous Sainthood Within the Church Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Michael Hegeman An exploration of historical and scandalous&nbsp;Sainthood within the Church and the importance of its biography.

Holy Humans! A Discussion About St. Francis de Sales with Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Thomas Donlan Dr. Wesley Avram and Dr. Thomas Dolan The first in a series of podcasts discussing significant figures in the Christian faith.

Calling All Control Freaks! Part 2 - A Discussion About Control with Rev. Leah Quarles and Professor Andy Root Rev. Leah Quarles and Professor Andy Root Calling All Control Freaks! Pt. 2A Discussion about Control with Rev. Leah Quarles &amp; Professor Andy RootJoin Rev. Leah Quarles as she talks to book author Dr. Andy Root about their start to ministry and the road to where they are now.&nbsp; It starts with&nbsp;making God our minister and recognizing how God shows up every day in our lives.&nbsp; How do we, as Christians, minister every day to our children and families while giving up the&nbsp;control to let our youth make mistakes?&nbsp; Enjoy!

Calling All Control Freaks!: A Discussion About Control with Rev. Leah Quarles and Professor Andy Root Part One Rev. Leah Quarles Calling All Control Freaks! A Discussion about Control with Rev. Leah Quarles &amp; Professor Andy RootJoin Rev. Leah Quarles as she talks to book author Dr. Andy Root about their start to ministry and the road to where they are now.&nbsp; It starts with&nbsp;making God our minister and recognizing how God shows up every day in our lives.&nbsp; How do we, as Christians, minister every day to our children and families while giving up the&nbsp;control to let our youth make mistakes?&nbsp; Enjoy!

A Reflection on Our Visit with Princeton Theological Seminary with Kelly McGinn and Michael Hegeman Dr. Michael Hegeman and Kelly McGinn Join Kelly McGinn and Dr. Michael Hegeman as they discuss the week-long visit from Princeton Theological Seminary.&nbsp; Students and staff enjoyed time together at Pinnacle Presbyterian Church and traveled around the valley seeing the sites and taking in all that Arizona has to offer.&nbsp; It's been 30 years since Michael was a student at the seminary, so he reflects on his time then and discusses&nbsp;all the changes that have occurred since his time in Princeton, New Jersey.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Discussion on Life at Princeton Theological Seminary with Emma Worrall Dr. Michael Hegeman Two different people, two different expectations and a similar journey to Princeton Theological Seminary!&nbsp; Join Dr. Mike Hegeman and Emma Worrall as they talk about their similar journeys.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Discussion About Salvation with Dr. Eric Barreto Dr. Michael Hegeman Join Drs. Mike Hegeman and Eric Barreto as they discuss the 10-day Princeton Seminary visit and the Shape of Salvation lecture.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 6 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 5 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 4 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

Out of the Park Podcast - Common Good with Dr. Mitri Raheb Dr. Wes Avram Join Drs. Wes Avram and Mitri Raheb as they talk about the theme of “common good” in different cultures.

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 3 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 2 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

Faith: Living Out The Word - Week 1 Dr. Michael Hegeman with Dr. Michael HegemanFaith is a pretty common word. We have lots of phrases we use to talk about what we believe to be true. “I have faith that the sun will come out tomorrow.” “I believe they acted in good faith.” ‘Well done, good and faithful servant.” We use the word all the time, and it is foundational to Christian understanding and practice. But what is faith? Join us for the first week of this new Park Center Pathways class - Faith: Living Out The Word.

War on Words Dr. Kyle Jensen Join Dr. Kyle Jensen as he and our Director of the Fran Park Center for Faith and Life discuss communication styles, rhetoric and the "war on words". Enjoy our Out of the Park Podcast!Thanks!