Best Upper Room Community Podcasts (2026)

Podcast Summary — SE3 EP2 “The Jubilee Year: Freedom, Restoration, and the Song of Redemption” In this episode of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast, we step into the ancient yet profoundly relevant biblical concept of the Jubilee Year. Drawing from Leviticus 25, the hosts explore how God instituted rhythms of rest, restoration, and freedom — a tim…

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Season 3, Episode 1: Healing & Removing Idleness 32:31

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🎙️✨ SEASON 3 • EPISODE 1 ✨🎙️ The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast 🙏🎶 We’re back and stepping into a brand new season where faith and music meet and hearts are lifted 💫 In this episode, we dive into real-life struggles and real hope found in God 🤍 🧠💭 Today’s Conversation 🔹 Addiction and the chains it creates 🔹 Idleness and how an unfocused mind can wa…

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Formed by Scripture, Formed for Community with Shively Smith 46:16

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In this conversation, host Shalom Agtarap is joined by Dr. Shively Smith, Associate Professor of New Testament at Boston University School of Theology and faculty member for Academy #43. Drawing from her deep scholarship and lived experience, Dr. Smith invites us into a conversation about New Testament spirituality—how Scripture forms both head and…

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Season 2, Episode 13: Proud to be a Jesus Freak 3:44

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🎙️ NEW EPISODE OUT NOW! 🙌 Join Guest Host Becky in The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast as we take a soulful journey through Christian music 🎶 ✨ This week we: 🎧 Highlight a heartfelt early 90s Christian artist who deserves another listen 📜 Look back at a key moment in Christian music history 📖 Close with a peaceful scripture reading to center your sp…

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Liturgy That Protects Life with Cláudio Carvalhaes 49:26

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In this month’s episode, Shalom Agtarap is joined by Cláudio Carvalhaes, a theologian, liturgist, performer, artist, and activist whose work bridges worship, ecology, and justice. In this conversation, we explore how formation—not just information—shapes a Christian life rooted in practice and theory, community and land. Cláudio invites us into sen…

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Season 2, Episode 12: Let God be God 25:59

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🎙️ Episode 12 of The Upper Room Faith Music Podcast airs Tuesday, October 28! Join host Catherine for a heartfelt episode themed “Celebrating Through Music and Worship — All the Glories of God.” This week we reflect on joy, faith, and the beauty of worship across traditions — from All Saints’ Day to Simchat Torah, both celebrating God’s faithfulnes…

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Season 2: Episode 11 — “Times & Seasons: God’s Calendar” 12:56

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🙌 THE UPPER ROOM FAITH MUSIC PODCAST 🙌 📖 Ep. 11 — “Times & Seasons: God’s Calendar” Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 🕰️ Exploring God’s rhythm through ✡️ Jewish & ✝️ Christian calendars 🎶 Spotlight: White Heart (90s legends!) 📜 Music history flashbacks — Amy Grant, Newsboys, Casting Crowns 🌍 New sounds: Light of Lebanon 🇱🇧 🗣️ Sermon: “The Rhythm of Faith” — V…

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Grounded in God’s Presence with Beth Richardson 39:15

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In this month’s episode, Shalom Agtarap is joined by Beth Richardson. Beth Richardson is a longtime Upper Room writer, leader, worship designer, and spiritual guide whose journey with The Academy has reawakened her sacramental calling and shaped her ministry of hope, healing, and creativity. In this conversation, we explore how the rhythm of The Ac…

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Rhythms of Retreat, Return, and Reconciliation with Amy Oden 48:17

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In this month’s episode, Shalom Agtarap is joined by Amy Oden—professor, theologian, and longtime Academy faculty member. Amy reflects on her first encounter with the Academy and how its rhythms of silence, spaciousness, and community reshaped her pedagogy and her life. She shares about her teaching on hospitality, Christian spiritualities, Protest…

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Living in Hope — A Conversation with Juan Carlos Huertas 41:59

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We’re thrilled to announce the relaunch of The Academy Podcast, a space for deep listening, spiritual insight, and meaningful conversation. Hosted by Shalom Agtarap, a Two-Year Academy alum, the podcast will feature thoughtful interviews with Academy faculty, program leaders, and special guests who embody the Academy’s values of spiritual depth, ju…

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Pause, Reflect, Reimagine: An Update on Our Podcast Journey 6:07

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In this episode of The Academy Podcast, we share an important update: a hiatus and reimagination of our podcast journey. Join host Shalom Agtarap as we reflect on the gifts of the new year, the wisdom of the Magi, and the importance of rest and discernment.While we pause to prayerfully envision the future of this offering, we encourage you to revis…

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Advent Through Immigrant Eyes with Rubén Ortiz 39:30

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Rubén Ortiz's teaching from the 2022 online Academy Day Apart retreat called “Hope in a Time of Despair: Advent Through Immigrant Eyes." In this episode, Rubén Ortiz shares his personal journey as a migrant, weaving together stories of family, faith, and transformation. Through the lenses of familia, nepantl…

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Exploring Liminality in Faith and Practice with Barbara Brown Taylor 29:41

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Barbara Brown Taylor's teaching from a Five-Day in Alabama in 2022. In this episode, Barbara reflects on the spiritual significance of twilight, exploring how this threshold time between light and dark mirrors our own journeys through faith, transformation, and the unknown.Join us for a compelling discussion…

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PIONEERING YOUR SOUL 43:06

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What an incredible message from Amy Bailey in our PIONEERS sermon series.By Amy Bailey

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LONELINESS AND FOLLOWING JESUS 45:25

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Listen to the latest message from Nate Edwardson in our Pioneers series.By Nathan Edwarson

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THE PIONEERING GIFT 51:12

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Join us this week as Nate Edwardson brings a message called "THE PIONEERING GIFT" in our series "PIONEERS".By Nathan Edwardson

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Spirituality and Embodiment with Molly Vetter 31:47

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Molly Vetter's teaching from Academy #42 in 2023 on the topic, "Spirituality and Embodiment." In this episode, Molly Vetter reflects on the intersection of scripture, art, and spirituality, inviting listeners to see how sacred traditions and personal experiences converge in daily life.Join us for a thought-p…

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PIONEER STORIES 52:32

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Join us for our "PIONEER STORIES" this week in our series "PIONEERS".By Jim Bailey

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INTO THE DEEP SEAS 48:15

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This week Nathan Edwardson brings a message "INTO THE DEEP SEAS" in our series "PIONEERS".By Nathan Edwarson

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PIONEERS & PILLARS 43:27

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Join us as Nate Edwardson starts us off on a new series "PIONEERS" with this message called "PIONEERS & PILLARS".By Nathan Edwardson

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Attentiveness to the Word with Juan Carlos Huertas 30:57

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Juan Carlos Huertas' teaching from Academy #42 in 2023 on the topic, "Attentiveness to the Word." In this episode, Huertas dives into the rich world of prophetic literature, exploring how the ancient texts of the Bible connect to the realities of our lives today, emphasizing how scripture mirrors modern chal…

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FLOUR THROWERS 40:23

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This week Noah Baxter brings the message in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA" titled "FLOUR THROWERS".By Noah Baxter

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THE NUANCE OF NAAMAN 39:45

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Join us this week as we dive into "THE NUANCE OF NAAMAN" in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA".By Nathan Edwardson

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BUILDING AN UPPER ROOM 41:41

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Join us as Nate Edwardson brings the message this week in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA".By Nathan Edwardson

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SALT FOR THE CITY 37:47

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Thanks for joining us as Jim Bailey brings the message this week "SALT FOR THE CITY".By Jim Bailey

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New Testament Spirituality with Shively Smith 22:59

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Shively Smith's teaching from Academy #42 in 2023 on the profound spirituality of the New Testament. In this episode, Dr. Smith explores the diversity within early Christian texts, emphasizing how the spirit of new life and love was interpreted across various cultures, languages, and geographies. She encoura…

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WORD SUNDAY 36:56

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Join us for "Word Sunday" as we have Hannah Newell, Brandon Hall, and Toni Inskeep bring a timely word.By Brandon Hall, Hannah Newell, Toni Inskeep

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DITCHES IN THE DESERT 44:16

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Join us as Nathan Edwardson brings another message in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA".By Nathan Edwardson

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BURNING THE PLOW 45:44

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Nate Edwardson brings this week's word in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA".By Nathan Edwardson

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STAY LOCKED IN 36:16

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Noah Baxter brings a powerful and timely word in our "Elijah Elisha" series. Check out his message, "Stay Locked In" available on our podcast now.By Noah Baxter

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WHEN GOD ISN'T 41:56

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Join us as Nathan Edwardson brings a message in our series "ELIJAH ELISHA"By Nathan Edwardson

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Courageous Curiosity: Cultivating an Antiracist Spirituality with Lucretia Berry and Ben Bowell 36:14

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Lucretia Berry and Ben Bowell's teaching from an online Academy Day Apart in 2021 called, Courageous Curiosity: Cultivating an Antiracist Spirituality. In this enlightening conversation, Lucretia and Ben share their personal stories of Christian faith formation and its intersection with antiracism. Together,…

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PROPHETS, PROCESS, AND PRESENCE 45:02

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This week in our series "ELISHA ELISHA" we had the honor of having Margaret Nagib.By Jim Bailey, Margaret Nagib

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ELIJAH AND THE WIDOW 40:51

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Check out the second message in our new series "ELIJAH ELISHA."By Nathan Edwarson

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WHEN THE BROOK DRIES UP 39:34

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Check out the first message, "When the Brook dries up" in our new sermon series, "ELIJAH ELISHA."By Nathan Edwarson

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HEAVEN ON EARTH 40:58

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Check out the latest message by Nathan Edwardson as we close out our series "The Table".By Nathan Edwarson

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God's Reckless Abundance with Grace Imathiu 39:58

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Grace Imathiu teaching at the Indiana Five-Day in 2021. Grace illuminates the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-32, a title she challenges because parables cannot be contained. Grace explores the story through different lenses to reveal a God of reckless abundance who shows us how our life together c…

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FOOD, SOUL & COMMUNION 44:28

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Another great message in our series, The Table - Check out Nate Edwardson's message "Food, Soul & Communion" now available in our podcast.By Nathan Edwarson

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RESTLESS ON THE ROOFTOPS 42:34

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Another great message in our series, The Table - Check out Nate Edwardson's message "Restless on the Rooftops" now available in our podcast.By Nathan Edwarson

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SHAME: THE UNINVITED GUEST 33:22

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Such a powerful message by Sarah Jobson in our series - "The Table."By Sarah Jobson

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AT THE KING'S TABLE 42:50

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Check out the second message in our new series "The Table."By Nathan Edwarson

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THEOLOGY OF TABLE 43:32

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What an awesome first message in our new series, "The Table," by Nate Edwardson.By Nathan Edwarson

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ISOLATION, JUSTICE & GENEROSITY 48:12

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Ryan Reuther, Mitch Santala, Jenny Barber and Darryl Benedict share prayerful, timely words with the church.

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FEAR, FREEDOM & FINANCE 36:28

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Check out the final message, "Fear, Freedom & Finance" in our "More" teaching series.By Nathan Edwarson

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Neighborhood Shalom with Elaine Heath 28:05

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This month, the Academy Podcast features Elaine Heath's understanding of neighborhood shalom. Her lecture from Academy 40 speaks to us of hopes and expectations, of well formed theology that is undone by lived experience. Knowing about Jesus and experiencing the compassion and presence of Jesus in the neighborhood is nothing short of transformation…

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GREATER THINGS 34:26

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Such a great message from Jim Bailey in our More series! Listen to the full message, "Greater Things," available now.By Jim Bailey

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EASTER SUNDAY 2024 16:50

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He is risen! Check out our Easter Sunday message from Nate Edwardson.By Nathan Edwarson

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COURAGE AND THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP 44:02

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"God is restoring friendship to the church. The strength of a church is not measured by the size of its gatherings, but by the depth and purpose of its friendships." Nate Edwardson shared a powerful word on Palm Sunday - Check it out!By Nathan Edwarson

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BLESSED TO BE BROKEN 43:21

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What a great message in our "More" series - Listen to this week's sermon, "BLESSED TO BE BROKEN" by Nate Edwardson.By Nathan Edwarson