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The NewCity Orlando All of Life Podcast

207 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

The All of Life podcast, hosted by Nate Claiborne, provides weekly episodes that help further our mission to call, form, and send disciple-makers. At NewCity, we want to see Orlando flourish by filling it with people who say "Follow me as I follow Jesus in all of life."

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NewCity Next Update with Damein Schitter and Benjamin Kandt

March 25, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this episode, recorded at Jason Dunn's Ordination service, Senior Pastor Damein Schitter and Pastor of Formation and Mission Benjamin Kandt give an update on NewCity Next, which was first rolled out in March 2022. A visual overview of NewCity Next can be accessed here.

An Inside Look at a Circle Gathering with Casey Deloach and Charlie King

March 18, 2024 10:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MB

In this episode, Pastor of Formation and Mission Benjamin Kandt discusses Circles with Casey Deloach and Charlie King. They get candid about their commitment to a 28-week deep dive into the Sermon on the Mount, their strategies for memorizing scripture, and the transformative effects it's had on their lives. Casey and Charlie share how embedding the Sermon on the Mount into their day-to-day lives has not only reshaped their perspectives but also their actions, and enhanced their relationsh...

An Inside Look at a Circle Gathering with Sara, Erin, Shannon, and Lauren

March 11, 2024 15:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Ever wonder what it feels like to truly be seen, understood, and connected with a group of individuals journeying through faith together? In this episode, we listen to Sara, Lauren, Shannon, and Erin, as they share a glimpse of their weekly New City Circle—where faith, vulnerability, and a good cup of coffee converge to create a lifeline of honest conversations, where trust is as transparent as the glasses through which God sees us. The stories shared in this episode are a testament to the p...

A Podcast Update (M'Cheyne, Catechism, and Circles)

March 05, 2024 18:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

In this episode, Nate provides an update about the state of the podcast going into March. While there was much energy toward episodes each week on the M'Cheyne Reading Plan and New City Catechism, reality set in going into February, and the former will only be monthly, while the latter will not be at all. Instead, there will be upcoming episodes highlighting what a Circle is like from the inside, as well as the broader vision for NewCity in this next season. For the episodes related to the...

Slow-Down Spirituality: A Conversation with David Goodman

February 27, 2024 15:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MB

In this episode, Benjamin Kandt talks with David Goodman about some of the elements from our Slow-Down Spirituality learning event earlier this month. David was originally going to participate as a leader and help with the teaching of the event, so this conversation is a way to recap some of the principles and practices that were shared there. Here are some of the resources mentioned, as well as other helpful items: All of Life Guide Revisiting Our Common Rhythm: 3x Prayer The Due App P...

The Path to Ordination and the Road Ahead with Jason Dunn

February 19, 2024 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

In this episode (our 200th!), Nate has a chance to talk with Jason Dunn, NewCity's Executive Director of Congregational Care, and soon to be Associate Pastor.  Jason has been at NewCity since 2009, became a Ruling Elder several years ago, and is now accepting a call to the Associate Pastor position. He currently splits his time between overseeing Family Ministries, Congregational Care, and Kingdom Partnerships. 

New City Catechism Question 6 with Ryan Gawrych

February 08, 2024 11:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

In this episode, Nate and Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych discuss New City Catechism Question 6: How can we glorify God? We glorify God by enjoying him, loving him, trusting him, and by obeying his will, commands, and law. They discuss the theology, significance, and practical implications of living our lives to God's glory.

New City Catechism Question 5 with Ryan Gawrych

February 01, 2024 18:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode, Nate talks with Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych about New City Catechism Question 5: What else did God create? God created all things by his powerful Word, and all his creation was very good; everything flourished under his loving rule. They discuss the importance of God being creator, and especially that creation is good, though sin does affect it. They also talk about the importance of culture and about engaging with the world that we live in rather than retreating from...

M'Cheyne Bible Recap: Brief Thoughts on Mark & Esther

January 30, 2024 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.08 MB

In this episode, Nate offers some reflections on Esther, which we're almost done with, and Mark, which we've just begun. On the app (find NewCity on Church Center), you can find links to a bunch of old episodes on Romans, as well as introductions to Mark and Esther.

New City Catechism Question 4 with Nate Claiborne

January 25, 2024 18:00 - 10 minutes - 6.97 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne talks briefly about New City Catechism Question 4: How and why did God create us? God created us male and female in his own image to know him, love him, live with him, and glorify him. And it is right that we who were created by God should live to his glory. Nate highlights the connection between being made in God's image and our ability to glorify him, something we strive to do as a community of people, male and female, adults and children alike.

M'Cheyne Bible Recap: The First Hyperlinked Text

January 23, 2024 15:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

In this episode, Nate draws connections between the different reading cycles within the M'Cheyne Reading Plan. In Nehemiah we see commentary on Abraham's story in Genesis that we read earlier this month. In Acts 22-23, we see Paul offering commentary on his own Damascus road experience from chapter 9. The Bible really is the first hyper-linked text and reading multiple chapters a day from different parts of it allows us to see that more clearly.

New City Catechism Question 3 with Nate Claiborne

January 18, 2024 19:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne discusses Question 3 from the New City Catechism: How many persons are there in God? There are three persons in the one true and living God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. They are the same in substance, equal in power and glory. Nate draws on Kevin DeYoung's insights, which you can find in the commentary on the app, to help grapple with the doctrine of the Trinity and its practical importance for us as Christians

M'Cheyne Bible Recap: Reflections on Abraham's Story

January 16, 2024 17:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this episode, Nate discusses Abraham's story in Genesis 12-16, highlighting the importance of waiting on God's for his promises, as well as the significant point that all of our chapters in the M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan are highlighting real people, in real places, in real history. God is able to bridge the divide between Creator and his creatures and enter into relationships with not just people like Abraham and Sarah, but people like you and me as well.

New City Catechism Question 2 with Benjamin Kandt

January 11, 2024 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.08 MB

In this episode, Nate and Ben discuss New City Catechism Question 2: What is God? God is the creator and sustainer of everyone and everything. He is eternal, infinite, and unchangeable in his power and perfection, goodness and glory, wisdom, justice, and truth. Nothing happens except through him and by his will. They dig into the meaning of the answer, as well as how it helps form us in ways that cut against dominate views in our modern culture. They also address how an understanding of th...

Using the M'Cheyne Plan in The Common Rhythm Scripture Practice

January 09, 2024 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

In this episode, Nate discusses ways to adapt the M'Cheyne plan into your Scripture practice for the Common Rhythm. He draws on comments Damein made in his most recent sermon, as well as the questions from the All of Life Guide, to discuss how to integrate a Bible reading plan like this into your routine. As mentioned, there are many episodes that go into detail about chapters we've read so far in 2024. You can find the Bible book overviews here: Introduction to Genesis Introduction to Ma...

Why We're Using the New City Catechism Again This Year

January 04, 2024 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

In this episode, Nate and Ben talk about the importance of catechesis, a long standing practice for passing on the Christian faith from one generation to the next. This episode is an introduction to an on-going series of short episodes on the questions and answers in the New City Catechism. The article that Ben mentions can be found here.

New City Catechism Question 1 with Benjamin Kandt

January 04, 2024 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

In this episode, Nate and Ben discuss New City Catechism Question 1: What is our only hope in life and death? That we are not our own but belong, body and soul, both in life and death, to God and to our Savior Jesus Christ. They dig into the meaning of the answer, as well as how it helps form us in ways that cut against dominate views in our modern culture. They also address how an understanding of this question gets to the heart of the gospel, and how we can use it in our discipleship.

Introduction to the M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan

January 02, 2024 16:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne explains more about the M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan that NewCity is doing in 2024. There are different ways to approach it for your Bible reading, and it is ultimately a tool for communion with God, not a project to complete and check off our to-do lists. You can find more info about the background of the plan here.  The website that Nate mentions with the daily readings on it, as well as the devotional by D. A. Carson is accessible here. If you want a print ...

Finding Pastoral Care and Support at NewCity with Sara Nixon

November 14, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

In this episode, Nate asks Sara Nixon, the Director of Care at New City, to give an update on how the care process works at NewCity. The conversation sheds light on the recent shifts our pastoral care structure has undergone. With a newly adopted model, our pastoral team is equipped to guide members through the trials of suffering, sin, and sorrow.  Moreover, the upcoming rollout of Collectives will ensure that no one is forgotten, with elders overseeing care for members within their zip cod...

Unveiling the Harsh Reality of Human Trafficking in Thailand with Grace Crosby

November 02, 2023 18:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MB

In this episode, Nate asks Grace Crosby, NewCity's jack of all trades Ministry Assistant, about her upcoming trip with Freedom424 to Thailand. Her group is heading there to connect with Beginnings Foundation, which works to rescue girls from human trafficking. Grace explains her heart for missions, and then the details and logistics for this particular trip and what they hope it is able to accomplish. The Beginnings Foundation in Thailand leverages basic life skills education to provide al...

The Power of Gospel Environments: A Deep Dive into the Mission of CrossTown with Eric Stites

October 26, 2023 10:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB

In this episode, Senior Pastor Damein Schitter asks CrossTown founder Eric Stites to take us through his journey from an enlightening internship at Desire Street Ministries in New Orleans to planting roots in Orlando's Paramore community. Eric's experiences are a profound lesson on understanding poverty, race, justice, and God's mission. You can find out more about the work at CrossTown here.

Exploring Biblical Law: From Exodus to Deuteronomy with Dr. Gordon Johnston

October 19, 2023 10:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MB

In this episode, Nate sits down with his former Hebrew professor, Dr. Gordon Johnston, Professor of Old Testament at Dallas Seminary. Dr. Johnston helps us understand the nature of the case laws in Exodus 21-23 by explaining how they related to the Decalogue. The discussion also covers how we might read these texts as Christian Scripture today, and even guidance for how we can understand some of the more difficult passages in this section of Exodus.

Understanding Theology: A Exodus Journey into God's Character and Faithfulness with Dr. Glenn Kreider

October 12, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this episode, Nate sits down with Dr Glenn Kreider, Professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, where Nate is currently pursuing his PhD under Dr Kreider's supervision. After briefly discussing the PhD program, the conversation moves to God's declaration at the end of Exodus 33, and how that lens helps us make sense of God's character and faithful presence with his people through the rest of the biblical story. 

Understanding Theology: A Exodus Journey into God's Character and Faithfulness

October 12, 2023 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this episode, Nate sits down with Dr Glenn Kreider, Professor of Theological Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, where Nate is currently pursuing his PhD under Dr Kreider's supervision. After briefly discussing the PhD program, the conversation moves to God's declaration at the end of Exodus 33, and how that lens helps us make sense of God's character and faithful presence with his people through the rest of the biblical story. 

Decoding the Ten Commandments with Mike Allen

October 05, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Ever wonder why the Ten Commandments hold such a prominent place in the Bible? Why they are repeatedly mentioned throughout the scripture and have been instrumental in shaping the moral imagination of Jesus' followers? Today, we embark on an enlightening journey of exploring the profound significance of these commandments and their resonance in our lives. We kick off by discussing the structure of the Ten Commandments, highlighting how Jesus distilled their essence into two primary focuses:...

Reflections on Christian Mission in Our Post-Christian Context

September 28, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MB

In this episode, Pastoral Residents Ryan Gawrych and Kenny Dyches reflect on Stefan Paas' work on Christian mission in a post-Christian society.  They tease out the implications of the discussion from our last episode and glean more insight from Paas' book, Pilgrims and Priests. 

Exploring Faith and Mission: A Christian’s Journey in a Secular Society

September 19, 2023 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

In this episode, Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych is joined by First Presbyterian's Theologian in Residence Case Thorp to interview Stefan Paas, who is J.H. Bavinck Professor of Missiology and Intercultural Theology at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, and Professor of Missiology at Theologische Universiteit Kampen.  Paas has written extensively on the subjects of biblical theology, public theology, and missiology. Here, Ryan and Case ask him about some of the background and themes of his most re...

Rediscovering God's Power and Lordship in Exodus

September 14, 2023 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MB

In this episode, Nate talks with Theologian in Residence Michael Allen about last fall's Exodus series. They recap some of the themes features in that sermon series, and then look ahead to this second part of Exodus that we will be walking through this fall. Mike draws out the important themes to keep in mind, and how those can be traced both forward and backward through Scripture. 

Exploring the Future of Church Planting and Effective Evangelism in the PCA

September 08, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Ever considered how many new churches we need to plant by 2050 to keep pace with the growth in our communities? It might surprise you - the number is a staggering 70,000! And how does the PCA fit into this picture? In this episode, Damein and Ben sit down with Irwyn Ince, the North American Coordinator for Mission to North America (MNA) as we navigate through his experiences, challenges, and successes in his second year of service. We tackle the hard reality of the PCA's role in addressing t...

Fall 2023 Communities at NewCity

August 29, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

With fall (or at least Florida fall) around the corner, we're gearing up for the kickoff of Communities at NewCity. After re-launching last fall, we've seen significant growth in the number of Communities, as well as the first signs of multiplication. In this episode, Nate asks Ryan and Kenny, who direct Communities at NewCity, about the vision for Communities, as well as some insights into the new Communities that are available this fall. You can find more information about all of them by d...

Learning About Biblical Critical Theory: A Commissioned Community

August 29, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this episode, Nate and Ben discuss the onset of their respective PhD programs and the value of reading tough texts in community. They discuss how this led to developing a Commissioned Community around reading Christopher Watkin's Biblical Critical Theory. They discuss how Watkin's book isn't about spoon-feeding answers; instead, it's about equipping us all to have insightful dialogues on cultural issues using the Bible. They also touch on the concept of secularism as a Christian idea, tra...

Discovering the Holy Land: More Than Just a Tour

August 24, 2023 10:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Have you ever wondered what it might feel like to traverse the Holy Land, not just as a tourist, but walking the footsteps of Jesus in his time? In this episode, Damein, Ben, and Jason unveil stories from their journey to Israel with Telos, a trip that was more than just ticking off iconic sights. They'll speak about their transformative experiences, from a surreal sighting of a wakeboard boat on the Sea of Galilee to unearthing the striking relevance of Jesus' ancient teachings in today's ...

Battling Darkness: Grace's Story of Hope in Uganda

August 22, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

Picture this: One moment you're leading a middle school summer camp, the next, you're preparing to journey halfway across the globe to Uganda on a mission with Freedom 424. That's what happened to Grace, who has been a financial campaigner, long-time partner with Freedom 424, and an extraordinary woman of faith. This episode takes you through Grace's surprising adventure that's filled with hope, redemption, and divine sustenance. Grace's trip to Uganda was nothing short of a whirlwind - a b...

Faith, Leadership, and Growth: An Interview with Pastoral Resident Kenny Dyches

August 17, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

Ever wondered how a church operates behind the scenes and prepares for its future growth? Then buckle up for our riveting chat with Kenny Dyches, the new pastoral resident at New City. Kenny, known for his leadership of the college ministry, Destino, opens up about his faith journey and the process of his ordination in the PCA. He shares his passion for bridging cultural differences, particularly within the Hispanic community, reflecting NewCity's vision of inclusivity. We get into the intri...

Circles Coaching: Conclusion

June 20, 2023 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MB

Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt concludes our Circles coaching series.

Circles Coaching: Praying Through

May 18, 2023 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

In this episode, Ben and Ryan discus the ancient practice of patterned prayer and its importance for circles.

Circles Coaching: "Getting Out"

April 06, 2023 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

In this episode, Ben and Ryan dial in on the “out” section of the 3x5 card. Why is loving neighbor integral to loving God? Why do I need community in mission?

Circles Coaching: "Going IN"

March 28, 2023 15:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

In this episode, Ben and Ryan take a closer look at the “IN” portion of the 3x5 card. What does it look like to lead others toward the presence of God through self-examination?

Circles Coaching: The 3x5 Circle

March 23, 2023 15:00 - 30 minutes - 20.6 MB

In this episode, Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt and Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych begin unpacking the four corners of the 3x5 card that shapes the circle experience.

Circles Coaching: Beginning with The End in Mind

March 14, 2023 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

In this episode, Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt and Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych explain how the purpose of a circle shapes both its beginning and end. This is the second episode in our mini-series on Circles, go back and check out last week's if it you missed the first time around! Here is the Circles Launch Guide that they mention in the course of the episode.

Circles Coaching: What is a Circle?

March 06, 2023 16:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MB

In this episode, Pastor of Formation & Mission Benjamin Kandt and Pastoral Resident Ryan Gawrych spend time breaking down the definition of circles in order to better understand what a circle “is” and “is not.” This is the first of a mini-series on Circles, designed to give an inside look at how we anticipate Circles will flourish at NewCity this spring.

Romans 12-16 Preview with Dr. Michael Allen

March 02, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne asks Theologian in Residence Dr. Michael Allen about the final part of Romans. Mike connects the end to the beginning and then Nate and Mike talk through some specific application points about the new way to be human in Romans 12-16.

Following Jesus in Soul Care Week 4 with Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon

February 28, 2023 18:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

In this episode, Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon fill Nate in on the fourth and final week of Following Jesus in Soul Care. Sara explains the actions skills that were introduced, and then Ben gives a rundown of the 5 ways that listeners can speak the words of God well. With these in mind, it is our hope that participants in this learning community have learned how to listen with the ears of God in order to speak the words of God well.

Following Jesus in Soul Care Week 3 with Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon

February 23, 2023 14:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MB

In this episode, Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon fill Nate in on the third week of Following Jesus in Soul Care. Sara explains how the window of tolerance works, and then Ben and Sara go back and forth through the insight skills that they taught this past week. Nate throws in some insights from cutting edge neurocardiology for good measure, and hopefully it all comes together for another helpful window into the value of this learning community at NewCity.

Following Jesus in Soul Care Week 2 with Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon

February 16, 2023 15:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

In this episode, Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon fill Nate in on how the second week of Following Jesus in Soul Care went. The night began with special guest Dr. David Puder teaching on psychodynamic listening. Nate, Ben, and Sara discuss some of the takeaways and applications of it, as well as more general insight into the work that the triads at the learning community are doing. For the bonus content promised at the end of the episode, following these links: Dr. David Puder's Podcast Feel...

Following Jesus in Soul Care Week 1 with Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon

February 09, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MB

In this episode, Benjamin Kandt and Sara Nixon fill Nate in on how the first week of Following Jesus in Soul Care went. They give an overview of the structure of the night, and a rundown on the listening skills that they spent time going over in the teaching time. To go back and listen to the sermon that Nate and Ben mention, you can find that here.

Looking Ahead at Romans 9-11 with Dr. Michael Allen

February 06, 2023 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne and Theologian-in-Residence Dr. Michael Allen give an overview of Romans 9-11. Rather than an interruption in Paul's argument, these chapters answer a serious objection to all that Paul has said in Romans 1-8. Before he can move into the more practical matters of Romans 12-16, Paul deals with the question of the promises to Israel and how God's word has not failed.

A Review of Romans 1-8 with Dr. Michael Allen

February 02, 2023 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne and Theologian-in-Residence Dr. Michael Allen provide a recap of Romans 1-8 to prepare for going back to Romans this coming Sunday. Mike gives several historical examples of how Romans was received and impacted key figures in church history. Then, Mike and Nate talk through the structure and highlights of Romans 1-8, ending with the question of why Paul seems to take a detour in 9-11 to talk about the fate of Israel. You can find out why in next week's episode...

Following Jesus in Soul Care Preview

January 19, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MB

In this episode, Nate Claiborne and Director of Care Sara Nixon discuss the upcoming learning community, Following Jesus in Soul Care. Sara explains how it is similar yet different from previous learning communities, as well the unique subject matter of this particular opportunity. She also explains the vulnerable nature of a learning community like this, and how it might not be for everyone, given their current season of life. For those who are in a place to learn and practice the skills of...

A Conversation on Reading Genesis Well

January 10, 2023 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

In this episode, a repost from a couple of years ago, Damein Schitter, Benjamin Kandt, and Nate Claiborne discuss how to read Genesis well. As we start a new reading plan at NewCity Orlando, we want to provide conversations from our leaders about reading Scripture well together. You can start our new reading plan by downloading the Read Scripture App. For more resources, we would recommend both Reading Genesis Well and Genesis 1-4: A Linguistic, Literary, and Theological Commentary both b...