The Afterword Podcast 061 | The Value of Future Hope

Cultivating Steadfast Faith in Trial | James 1:1-11

Pastor Kyle Rodriguez opens our summer series on James by unpacking how looking to Christ can help us cultivate a steadfast faith that lasts.

The Afterword Podcast 065 | Approaching All the Deacon Questions

In an extended episode, Pastors Ethan Ezikian and Kyle Rodriguez discuss a wide variety of questions regarding the Biblical description of deacons, whether women are called to the office of deacon, the history of female deacons, and how a deacon could function in the life of Union Church.

Why Do We Care About Deacons, Part II | 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Pastor Ethan Ezikian takes a look at the what and who of deacons, based on 1 Timothy 3:8-13.

The Afterword Podcast 064 | What's the Deal with Elders and Deacons?

After two weeks of preaching on elders and deacons, Pastors Ethan Ezikian and Kyle Rodriguez break down a few questions about the offices of the church.

Why Do We Have Elders? | Titus 1:5-9

How does Jesus lead his church? He gives her shepherds.