Q+R with Dane and Michelle Coppini

5 - Julie and Craig Geddes

For our final episode(s) of season one, we welcomed Pastor Julie and Craig Geddes down to the C3 garage to share their life stories, backgrounds, and some of the lessons they learned along the way. The two of them have been all over the globe, both separately and now together, and bring a great deal of insight and experience to the conversation. At the time of recording they were but newlyweds, and have since returned more than once to speak to our community of Young Adults. So there is certainly more to come! For now enjoy this great chat from August of 2023, and get ready for a followup episode where they will be answering your questions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Geddes' Global Impact 05:45 Dream Cars, Driving Lessons and Personal Aspirations 11:02 Faith Foundations and Family Influence 21:29 Navigating with Different Life Experiences 27:51 The Community in the Car 28:12 Navigating Relationships and Transitions 32:38 The Fragility of Life and Loss 38:56 Spiritual Grounding and Personal Growth 44:07 Hearing God's Voice in Decision Making 54:35 Practical Wisdom for Life's Journey *Recorded on August 18, 2023

Q+R with Dane and Michelle Coppini

We are back in the C3 showroom with Dane and Michell Coppini and your followup questions to last week's episode. Today we will explore their experiences in building community, navigating military life, and preparing for marriage. The conversation delves into the importance of vulnerability, personal identity, and the ethical complexities faced in military service. They share insights on maintaining community involvement, the significance of emotional readiness in relationships, and the value of intentionality in fostering connections within a transient society. C3 is our Young Professionals community at Capital Life Church. If you want to find out more about C3 or how to get involved, go to CapitalLife.org/C3. [http://capitallife.org/C3.] You'll see our full schedule of Tuesday night meetings and upcoming events in and around the DC Metro area. Stay tuned for another new episode! We'll be bringing a pastor/spouse powerhouse into the C3 garage and you're going to enjoy the conversation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:02 What do you fly? 02:48 Practical ways to intentionally build community 08:50 The path from pacifism to military service 11:57 How to rest and confront personal limitations 19:40 Preparing for Marriage and Emotional Readiness 26:54 Conclusion and Invitation to Community *Recorded on August 15, 2023

4 - Dane and Michelle Coppini

It's our 4th episode and we have a power couple in the C3 Garage! Dane and Michelle Coppini paid us a visit to share their experiences of building community, navigating their faith journeys, and the importance of relationships. The Coppinis also discuss their unique ways of hearing from God and how they support each other in their spiritual growth. Their story highlights the significance of gratitude, personal connections, and the challenges of maintaining relationships while moving frequently due to military obligations. We also explore the complexities of real-life decision making and the challenges they faced during crises of faith. They have such an amazing perspective and were so open to share anything and everything. You're going to enjoy this conversation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Coppinis' Journey 01:50 Life at Capital Life Church 08:47 Faith Foundations and Personal Journeys 14:22 Building Community in a Military Lifestyle 18:14 Navigating Life Together 24:56 Hearing from the Lord 26:09 Navigating Life's Decisions and Divine Guidance 32:16 The Impact of Relationships on Faith 36:42 Crisis of Faith and Personal Loss 44:09 Finding Hope in Brokenness and Healing *Recorded on August 15, 2023

Q+R with Andy Rogers

We are back in the C3 showroom with Pastor Andy Rogers and some great followup questions to last week's episode. Thanks to your questions we cover a range of topics from submission in marriage to combating anxiety, and navigating doubts in faith. Pastor Andy shares his personal experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect, vulnerability, and seeking God in challenging times. He also talks about the process of rediscovering his relationship with his wife Missy now that the kids have moved out, as well as exploring new opportunities for ministry. C3 is our Young Professionals community at Capital Life Church. If you want to find out more about C3 or how to get involved, go to CapitalLife.org/C3. [http://capitallife.org/C3.] You'll see our full schedule of Tuesday night meetings and upcoming events in and around the DC Metro area. When he is not driving his Miata through the DMV with the top down, you can find Pastor Andy leading all of the Family Ministries of Capital Life Church, always willing to invest time in building relationships and impacting the next generation. Stay tuned for another new episode next week! We'll be bringing another couple into the C3 garage and you're going to love the conversation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 01:28 Submission and Mutual Respect in Marriage 08:09 Combating Anxiety and Navigating Doubts in Faith 16:58 Addressing Burnout and Seeking Support 29:02 Rediscovering Relationships in a New Season of Life *Recorded on July 25, 2023

3 - Andy Rogers

For episode 3 we welcome Pastor Andy Rogers to share his experiences and insights, while discussing faith and dream cars. His Christian faith has been a crucial part of his life from a young age, so Jeff and Andy have a lot to discuss about the importance of prayer and seeking God's guidance when making decisions. They also talk about the value of having key people in your life who can provide wisdom and support, being obedient to God's nudges and trusting that He has a plan for our lives. When he is not driving his Miata through the DMV with the top down, you can find Pastor Andy leading all of the Family Ministries of Capital Life Church, always willing to invest time in building relationships and impacting the next generation. Stay tuned for next week's episode, because we also had a great time of Question and Response! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Ministry Roles 03:51 Pastor Andy's Dream Car 06:01 Growing Up in Falls Church 09:22 Faith as the Foundation 15:28 Andy's Life Verse 19:02 Go-To Verses for Different Seasons 21:30 The Power of Prayer and Seeking Guidance 22:48 The Value of Key Relationships and Mentorship 25:26 Navigating Life with Intention and Support 32:36 Slowing Down and Seeking God's Direction 39:20 Obedience to God's Nudges and Trusting His Plan *Recorded on July 25, 2023