What do you want to leave behind when your time here is done? And what if the most meaningful parts of your legacy are things money can’t buy?

In this episode of Everything In Between, we’re talking about legacy, the people who shape us, and the things we pass on to the generations coming after us. Through Psalm 78:1-7 and Revelation 7:9-17, we explore what it means to live with purpose today while investing in a future we may never fully see.

Featuring:

Christina Shaver, Senior Pastor

Richard Williams, Senior Pastor at Metropolitan UMC

MaKenzie Johnson, Communications & Operations

Ben J. Savage, Worship Arts Minister

We talk about the people who have left a lasting mark on our lives, the ways our everyday choices shape the next generation, and why building a legacy doesn’t have to mean doing something big or famous. From how we spend our time and money to how we serve others and live out our faith, we’re asking what we’re passing on without even realizing it.

And because the church is bigger than any one generation, we’re reflecting on what it means to invest in something that will continue long after us.

Because legacy isn’t just about what we leave behind. It’s about what we pass on.

What do we actually do with what we’ve been given?

In this episode of Everything In Between, we’re talking stewardship, but probably not in the way you’re expecting. We’re joined by Brian Pennington, Trinity’s Finance Chair and longtime member.

We get into the uncomfortable question of whether what we have is really “ours,” and what our time, money, abilities, relationships, and everyday choices might reveal about what we value most.

Featuring:

Christina Shaver, Senior Pastor

Brian Pennington, Member & Finance Chair

Ben J. Savage, Worship Arts Minister

Brian also gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to steward the resources of a church and what he’s excited about when he thinks about Trinity’s future. It’s a conversation about money, legacy, generosity, faith, and the things we’ve been trusted with… and, of course, everything in between.

Everything in Between is a podcast from Trinity United Methodist Church where we have honest conversations about faith, life, discipleship, and all the moments in between. New episodes feature pastors, ministry leaders, students, and members sharing their stories, questions, and experiences as they seek to follow Jesus in everyday life.

What happens when being a pastor means you’re not only shepherding people, but also leading an organization?

In this episode of Everything In Between, we sit down with Pastor Richard Williams, author of CEO Pastor, for a conversation about the tension between pastoring people and leading a church.

Pastor Richard shares what he’s learned about navigating difficult relationships, handling disappointment, measuring success, and staying grounded when the pressure of ministry gets heavy. And we talk about a reminder that might change the way we think about leadership altogether:

We are trained to be the owner, but we are not the owner. We are the steward.

Featuring:

Christina Shaver, Senior Pastor

Richard Williams, Pastor @ Metropolitan UMC in Montgomery, AL

Josiah Drew, Student Ministry Coordinator

Ben J. Savage, Worship Arts Minister

Whether you’re a pastor, church leader, volunteer, or simply someone trying to lead well in your own life, this conversation is full of honest questions, practical wisdom, and a whole lot of everything in between.

Everything in Between is a podcast from Trinity United Methodist Church where we have honest conversations about faith, life, discipleship, and all the moments in between. New episodes feature pastors, ministry leaders, students, and members sharing their stories, questions, and experiences as they seek to follow Jesus in everyday life.