Best Ben Chester Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 27: The New Codxex Episode!!! 1:03:35

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. No clever title for this episode because we're all just too excited to have a new book out!! Two of the very best IK players in the world, Rees Darvill and Brian…

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Rad Dads! with Matthew Kappler 1:15:11

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Chris's friend Matt Kappler is a funny dude who works in advertising but today he's here to shoot the poop with Chris about being a dad! They both have kids around the same age and share stories about their respective parenthood journeys. Heartfelt tales and silliness ensue! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Three Catholic Deacons on "The Friendship Recession" 57:50

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In this special episode of Deacons Pod, the Paulist Deacon Affiliates discuss "the friendship recession" – the possible change in the way adults today experience and maintain friendships, notably due to workplace changes sparked by the COVID pandemic. During their conversation, the deacons consider how "the friendship recession" differs between men…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Tabitha’s Good Work Outlasts Her - Pastor Ben Hodges 57:48

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Acts 9:32-35 32 Acts 9:36-43 36 Be visible, be bold: Peter did not hide in safe places. He walked “here and there” into towns, into homes. So must we—not for fame, but for purpose. Love well, serve well: Peter raised the weak and dead, we are called to raise the lowly. Seek out those ignored, marginalized. Let our hands do Grace’s work. Be prepared…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Biographies and Testimonies - Pastor Ben Hodges 51:29

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In the book of Acts, we see the Holy Spirit writing testimonies, not biographies. - A biography tells the story of your life, “Look what I did.” - A testimony tells the story of Jesus in your life, “Look what Jesus did.” 5 Testimony Questions 1. What were you like BC (before Jesus)? Acts 9:19-25a 2. How did you see Jesus then versus now? “…For some…

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Sam Richardson 1:17:54

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Sam Richardson (Veep, Detrioters, The Afterparty) is one of the quickest, funniest performers in the business! He returns to the podcast with some terrific insight on getting stuck in loops of preparation rather than actually completing goals. ALSO, his Michael McDonald impersonation is FLAWLESS. Have a listen!! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi…

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Women Responding to the Spirit: Selections from the Madeleva Lectures – Jessica Coblentz and Dan Horan 43:44

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The new Paulist Press book "Women Responding to the Spirit: Selections from the Madeleva Lectures" is the topic of this special episode of Deacons Pod. Since 1985, the Center for the Study of Spirituality at Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN, has hosted the annual Madeleva Lecture. This book is a one-volume anthology of essential selections fr…

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Identity Crisis - Pastor Adrianna Baker 39:00

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There are questions under the surface of every teen and even every human: • Do I matter? • Am I valuable? • Is there something bigger than the chaos, the pressure, the performance? Genesis 1:1–5 Before we figure out who we are, we need to know who God is. Because only the Creator gets to define the creation. Genesis 1:26–31 You Are Made in the Imag…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Divine Appointments and Divine Interruptions - Pastor Ben Hodges 48:32

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Divine Appointments (from Acts 8 story of Philip) The Holy Spirit Can Lead Your Life – a Spirit-led life is an amazing life. - Be on the lookout for ‘divine appointments.’ - Get a handle on the basic story of the Bible so you can share it. - Get comfortable with your own story, your testimony and be prepared to share it. - Encourage someone, then p…

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James Gunn 1:08:43

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I mean SURE we could discuss the massive success of Superman and return of the hilarious hit show Peacemaker or even some of the future plans for DC Studios (and we do), but we also have a great conversation about how to carry out a creative vision from start to finish and get the negative chatter in your brain out of the way in the process. PHEW! …

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Our Language is God. Our Accent is Catholic. – Marissa Papula of Loyola Marymount University 51:58

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In this "Back to School" episode of Deacons Pod, the Paulist Deacon Affiliates have a wonderful conversation with Marissa Papula, the Director of Campus Ministry at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. They speak about what draws today's college students to Catholic campus ministry; the powerful impact of Kairos weekend retreats; and much mo…

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Episode 26: One of these Knights 1:05:20

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. In this episode we're joined by a couple of special guests to talk lists. Jeff Cope is one of the very best players in the US (he finished as the number 1 Imperi…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Philip - The Waiter Turned Evangelist - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:00:55

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SERMON NOTES Acts 8:1-8 The Holy Spirit Moves the Church Outward. - After Stephen’s martyrdom, persecution scattered the believers. - What looked like defeat became mission fuel. “Now those who were scattered went about preaching the word” (v.4). - The Spirit used suffering to push the church beyond Jerusalem, just as Jesus said in Acts 1:8. - Some…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: From Tables to Testimony - Pastor Ben Hodges 50:52

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Acts 6–8 (ESV) This is a story of how God takes people who start in the quiet corners of ministry and moves them into places of far-reaching spiritual influence. - They didn’t begin by preaching to crowds—they began by serving bread to the overlooked. - If you want to be used greatly by God, be faithful where you are now. Don’t despise small beginn…

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Ana Gasteyer 2025 1:39:58

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The hilarious Ana Gasteyer is back on the show! The SNL alum and friend of Chris's talks through sketch writing, parenting, defining success in The Social Media Age, and fiddle camp! Her holiday album Sugar & Booze is available for streaming on all the platforms, and if you ever get a chance to see her live, you should! Find her tour dates at anaga…

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Meet the Three New Paulist Deacon Affiliates 37:20

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In this special episode of Deacons Pod, learn about the lives and ministries of our three brand new Paulist Deacon Affiliates. They are Deacon Mike Berstene of Tollan, CT; Deacon Mike Hayes of Cleveland, OH; and Deacon Dennis Rybicki of Grand Rapids, MI.By Paulist Fathers

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We're Going to Leno's Garage, & The Isle of Man TT 55:03

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The boys talk Bugattis, brainrot, and business trips to the Goodwood Festival of Speed.By Antonio Melegari, Ben Chester, and Sean O'Donnell (ABS)

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Illinois' 26 Football Commit Davon Grant Reflects on Past Few Months 12:40

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In this episode, 2026 Illinois football commit Davon Grant dives into how the last few months have unfolded since his commitment to the Illini. Grant also opens up about his strong relationship with wide receivers coach Justin Stepp and how the Illini coaching staff operates under Bret Bielema’s leadership.…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: People Like Us - Pastor Ben Hodges 55:00

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Acts 5:33-42 Expect Resistance :: Faithful ministry draws resistance. The apostles are imprisoned twice in this chapter (vv. 18, 26), threatened (v.28), and flogged (v.40). Ministry is not safe or convenient—it’s a spiritual battleground. Suffering is a Badge of Honor :: Instead of shrinking in fear, they rejoice that they are counted worthy to suf…

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The Woman at the Well - Pastor Abdalla Khoury 53:39

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A special sermon from Pastor Abdalla Khoury from Israel. He speaks from John 4 about the story of the woman at the well.

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Episode 25: Four Big Knights in Tacoma (with Ben Jurek) 1:24:31

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. In this episode special guest Ben Jurek - Art of War 40k coach and member of the Team USA WTC coaching group - talks us through his almost undefeated run at the …

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Episode 24: Shadows of the Knight (with Chris Jung) 1:11:08

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. In this episode special guest Chris Jung talks about his run to 8th place (of around 400) at the Tacoma Open in the US. We talk about every game and Chris goes i…

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Tony Hale 1:28:52

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Mr. Tony Hale (Arrested Development, Veep, Inside Out 2) is a FANTASTIC guest who not only is a lifelong overthinker but has really great insight and advice for those gifted with a surplus of thoughts, ESPECIALLY in the middle of the night when the "what ifs" start poking at ya! His new film "Sketch" is in theaters August 6th and he cohosts the Ext…

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When the Saints Go Flying In – Rev. Joseph Yoo 53:56

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Rev. Joseph Yoo is an Episcopal priest in Texas with a dynamic presence on Instagram and TikTok. He has a wonderful conversation with the Paulist Deacon Affiliates in this thought-provoking episode of Deacons Pod. Rev. Yoo is the pastor of Mosaic Episcopal Church in Pearland, TX, and author of the book "When the Saints Go Flying In: Stories About F…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Trouble From Within - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:01:06

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Two forces repeatedly threatened the early church: Persecution: opposition from outside the group, often a power struggle, integrity problem, or financial. Pollution: opposition from within the group, often a power struggle, integrity problem, or financial. The way forward is the same in both instances: prayerful, bold, faithful leadership of self …

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Overcoming the Coming Pressure - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:04:13

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Acts 4:1-4 From Acts 4 forward, there will be growing tension and conflict in the life of the early church… tension and conflict is not foreign to a healthy church. Acts 4:5-12 Notice: It was not their kindness or serving that was the problem. It was preaching in the name of Jesus. - Christianity is inclusive. - Christianity is exclusive. Acts 4:13…

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Episode 23: A hard days Knight (with Ratnu Vaidya) 1:13:37

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. In this episode the King of Chaos Knights is back! Ratnu Vaidya went 7 and 0 to come second at the Leeds Supermajor. 300 players, 7 rounds against some of the ve…

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Tom Lennon and Guitars! 53:25

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The podcast just wouldn't be the podcast without Tom Lennon! OF COURSE you know Tom from Reno 911, The State, @midnight, the first ever episode of this very podcast, and a million movies that he's acted in and/or written...but he is ALSO quite the guitar wizard. At Chris's request, Tom brought one of his fancy guitars to give Chris a couple of poin…

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Consequences to Real People – Hilary Chester of Jesuit Refugee Service USA 53:05

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In the wake of the U.S. government's massive cuts to international aid funding, Jesuit Refugee Service USA is persevering in its important work to serve refugees in multiple countries. In this episode of Deacons Pod, Deacon Drew Dickson of the Paulist Deacon Affiliates has a conversation with Hilary Chester, Ph.D., JRS/USA's Vice President for Dome…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: You Can't Give What You Don't Have - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:04:16

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1. What I do have I give to you. Acts 3:1–10 Peter and John have a habit of going to prayer. The lame man sits at the Beautiful Gate, but his life is anything but beautiful. When Peter heals him in the name of Jesus, it’s not just a miracle—it’s a sign pointing back to what was promised in Acts 2:17–21, “Your sons and daughters will prophesy... sig…

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Words That Build - Pastor Kate Bush 55:46

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Sermon Title: Words That Build James 3:1–10 1. WHAT WORDS ARE YOU SPEAKING TO YOURSELF? Your internal dialogue shapes how you see God, others, and yourself. Proverbs 4:23 Sometimes the most dangerous voice isn’t someone else’s—it’s your own when it’s out of alignment with God. 2. WHOSE WORDS ARE YOU LETTING SPEAK INTO YOUR LIFE? Look at their life……

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Episode 22: Knight Fever with TJ Lannigan 1:10:16

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0k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. This is one hell of an episode. Special guest TJ Lannigan is the Lord of Chaos. We ask TJ to go through the World Eaters, Thousand Sons, Death Guard and Emperor's…

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Sparks Returns! 1:17:03

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It's Sparks! The Band!! Russell and Ron Mael are back on the podcast to talk about their new album, "Mad!" (available now), going out on their big world tour, and how it's possible to overthink things and STILL just move forward anyway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Do Not Judge Anyone: Desert Wisdom for a Polarized World - Fr. Isaac Slater, OCSO 1:00:17

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Could "radical non-judgement" be a balm for polarization? Isn't "judging" a necessary part of everyday life? The Paulist Deacon Affiliates consider these questions in this thought-provoking episode of Deacons Pod featuring an interview with Fr. Isaac Slater, OCSO, author of the new Liturgical Press book "Do Not Judge Anyone: Desert Wisdom for a Pol…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Behold He Comes - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:08:54

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Acts 1:6-11 Jesus never breaks a promise. - “I will build my church.” Matthew 16:13 - “I will rise again.” Luke 18:31-33 - “I will come back to you.” John 14:1-3 His promises are for anyone who will listen, anyone who will follow. - Not just theologians and scholars or super-Christians. - For everyone who longs for hope, a better world, justice, fa…

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Episode 21: A Mid-summer Knights' Dream! 1:12:21

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. What a HUGE last couple of weeks for our Chaos and Imperial Knights. A new book, new points, new rules and a re-written index. Everything has changed! In this ep…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Father's Day - Pastor Ben Hodges 59:34

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Acts 2:41-47 Acts 2:42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. - to God’s Word It is truth that transforms your life. Knowledge did not ‘awe’ them, changed lives did. - to community / strong and active relationships Real fellowship is always inconvenient. It takes commitment an…

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Ben Schwartz 1:28:23

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It’s the first episode of a new era! And what better way to start than with the hilarious and wonderful Ben Schwartz (Sonic the Hedgehog, Parks and Rec, The Afterparty) discussing improv and how you don’t have TIME to overthink it. Find Ben's live show dates at rejectedjokes.com! Oh, and PS, the pre-show intro on this ep is probably a weeeeeee long…

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Catholics for the Common Good: An Eternal Offering - Daryl Russell Grigsby 1:00:13

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Daryl Russell Grigsby, author of the new Paulist Press book "Catholics for the Common Good: An Eternal Offering" is the guest on this episode of Deacons Pod. The Paulist Deacon Affiliates ask Daryl about the 36 contemporary Catholics profiled in the book, each of whom lived the prayer "Make of us an eternal offering to you" in their commitment to t…

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Hello? Hello? Is this thing on?? 26:02

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Aaaaaaaaand we’re back!! PHEW! That was a quick three years! Chris starts this new podcast chapter with a minisode that explains the decision to hit the pause button and focus on being a dad after the birth of his daughter in 2022, why he wanted to come back now, and what to expect with the new show. I mean, it’s pretty much like the old show, but …

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Pentecost is for Families - Pastor Ben Hodges 56:16

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Acts 2:14-21 The Holy Spirit is for a gift for everyone in the family. - Holy Spirit doesn’t skip over the little ones, God includes the little ones in His plans. - Do not wait for your kids to grow up before you prioritize their encounter with the living God. - Your job is to prepare the soil of their hearts to receive His Spirit now. Acts 2:22-36…

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Episode 20: the Knight Shift with Dustin Hammond 1:10:17

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. This is another big episode! Dustin Hammond went to a 155 super major in North Carolina and won the whole thing, going 6 and 0. We talk about his list (which def…

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Staying Catholic When the Church Seems Stuck - Mollie Wilson O'Reilly 48:18

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Mollie Wilson O'Reilly, Editor-at-Large of Commonweal Magazine, is our guest on this episode of Deacons Pod. The Paulist Deacon Affiliates ask Mollie about her early impressions of Pope Leo XIV; the role of LGBTQ+ people and women in the Church; and why she remains a Catholic when the Church seems to be stuck in some ways. They also chat about Moll…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Pentecost - Pastor Ben Hodges 1:00:11

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Acts 2:1-15 Acts 2 begins, “When the day of Pentecost had fully come…” - Feast of Weeks, or Shavuot, a festival commanded in Leviticus 23, celebrated 50 days after Passover. - It marked the wheat harvest—a thanksgiving for God’s provision—and it commemorated the giving of the Law at Sinai. - Jews from every nation under heaven gathered in Jerusalem…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: It Begins With Obedience - Pastor Ben Hodges 52:46

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WHO: Luke wrote both the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts - the beloved physician (Colossians 4:14) - a fellow laborer (Philemon 1:24) - with Paul in his last days (2 Timothy 4:11) ‘We’ and ‘they’ passages in Acts show that Luke joined Paul in Troas (acts 16:10-11), remained at Philippi (Acts 17:1), joined Paul again as Paul went back to Troas (…

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Everyone Has a Place Inside the Church - Deacon Ben Chisholm, C.S.P. 45:38

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"You will find your place in the Church. Everyone has one. It may not seem obvious at first where that place is. But everyone has a place inside the Church," says Paulist Deacon Ben Chisholm in this episode of Deacons Pod. Deacon Ben, a Paulist seminarian, is slated to be ordained a priest during a Mass on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He is to be ordain…

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Unstoppable: The Book of Acts: Unstoppable Mom - Pastor Ben Hodges 46:58

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Acts 1:1-5 1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking …

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Episode 19: A strange Knight in Australia 1:22:12

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40k by Knight is a podcast especially for Imperial and Chaos Knights players, hosted by Steve and Stig, that focusses on strategy and tactics for those of us who love the big, stompy life. This is a massive episode! Adam Camilleri went to an 87 player event with a REALLY left field list and won the whole thing, going 6 and 0. We talk about the list…

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Serve the People Well - Deacon Chris Malano, C.S.P. 53:34

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In this episode of Deacons Pod, the Paulist Deacon Affiliates have a wonderful conversation with Paulist Deacon Chris Malano. He is a Paulist seminarian and transitional deacon who is slated to be ordained a priest on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He is to be ordained a priest alongside Paulist Deacon Ben Chisholm, who will be a guest on a future episode…

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His Last Days: Grace That Sends - Pastor Will LoVellette 52:42

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1. Same Boat – New Ears. 2. Obey First – Understand Later. 3. Come And Eat – Continuous Intimacy 4. Real Love For Jesus -– Requires Action 5. Following Jesus Costs You Something – But It’s Worth It