• Ep. 126 | Ministry Partner: The Backstory of His Cherished Ones | ft. Trena Mroczko
    May 26 2026

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    On today’s episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by a special guest: Trena Mroczko with His Cherished Ones! This organization is one of our ministry partners at The Orchard Community Church, and we’re excited for you to meet Trena today and learn more about the ministry and who they serve. Let’s dive in!

    References:

    His Cherished Ones Website

    HCO Facebook

    HCO Instagram

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    43 mins
  • Ep. 125 | Hero + Rescue | ft. Pastor Matt Pennington
    May 19 2026

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    In today's episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by Pastor Matt Pennington for a conversation about our "Storyline" sermon series. Listen in as they discuss the topic of "Hero + Rescue" and explore how Jesus is the hero in the story.

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    43 mins
  • Ep. 124 | Shadows & Sacrifice | ft. Chip Parker
    May 12 2026

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    In today's episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by Pastor Chip Parker for a conversation about our sermon series "Storyline." Listen in as they discuss week two's sermon focused on shadows and sacrifice, ultimately looking at God's redemption plan for creation. Let's dive in!

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    41 mins
  • Ep. 123 | One More Child | ft. Chip Parker, Valerie Sanchez and Sherrie Steadman
    May 5 2026

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    In today's episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by Pastor Chip Parker, as well as Valerie Sanchez and Sherrie Steadman with One More Child for a conversation about foster awareness. Listen in as they share what they do, discuss the need for foster families in our community, and provide ways that we can get involved and support children in foster care.

    References:

    One More Child

    Isaiah 117 House

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    45 mins
  • Ep. 122 | Navigating Estrangement with Special Guest Angie Land
    Apr 28 2026

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    This month, we're diving into part two of our sermon series "Scars on the Soul" looking at the topics of grief, loneliness and estrangement; and we're doing something a little different on the Let's Talk About That podcast. Each week, we'll be inviting a local professional to join in on our Sunday sermon series conversation to offer some tangible advice and tools for navigating that week's topic. We know that these conversations surrounding scars on our soul can be challenging, and we want to provide as many resources as possible to find help, hope and healing in the midst of these struggles. Be sure to check to show notes for more information and helpful resources. You can find our full "Scars on the Soul" sermon series on our Youtube Channel at youtube.com/OrchardCC.

    In today's episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by Pastor Chip Parker and special guest Angie Land, a biblical relationship counselor who calls The Orchard home! Listen in as they unpack what estrangement is and what it looks like for different relationships, along with biblical ways we can estrangement. You won't want to miss this episode!

    Resources:

    Email Angie Land at landangie4@gmail.com

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Ep. 121 | Navigating Loneliness with Special Guest Miriam Newton
    Apr 21 2026

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    This month, we're diving into part two of our sermon series "Scars on the Soul" looking at the topics of grief, loneliness and estrangement; and we're doing something a little different on the Let's Talk About That podcast. Each week, we'll be inviting a local professional to join in on our Sunday sermon series conversation to offer some tangible advice and tools for navigating that week's topic. We know that these conversations surrounding scars on our soul can be challenging, and we want to provide as many resources as possible to find help, hope and healing in the midst of these struggles. Be sure to check to show notes for more information and helpful resources. You can find our full "Scars on the Soul" sermon series on our Youtube Channel at youtube.com/OrchardCC.

    On today's episode, Pastor Chip Parker and Astin Kahnk are joined by Miriam Newton, Executive Director of New Ways Counseling Center, for a conversation about loneliness. Listen in as they discuss some of the generational indicators of loneliness, along with how we can take steps toward embracing community in seasons of loneliness.

    Resources:

    newwayscc.org - how to give/connect

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    51 mins
  • Ep. 120 | Navigating Grief with Special Guest Dale Tompkins
    Apr 14 2026

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    This month, we're diving into part two of our sermon series "Scars on the Soul" looking at the topics of grief, loneliness and estrangement; and we're doing something a little different on the Let's Talk About That podcast. Each week, we'll be inviting a local professional to join in on our Sunday sermon series conversation to offer some tangible advice and tools for navigating that week's topic. We know that these conversations surrounding scars on our soul can be challenging, and we want to provide as many resources as possible to find help, hope and healing in the midst of these struggles. Be sure to check to show notes for more information and helpful resources. You can find our full "Scars on the Soul" sermon series on our Youtube Channel at youtube.com/OrchardCC.

    Today, we're excited to introduce you to Dale Tompkins, a local pastor and Christian counselor in our region, as he joins Astin Kahnk and Pastor Chip Parker for a conversation about navigating grief. Listen in as they discuss some of ways that grief can manifest in our lives, how we can allow God in to our grief, and how we can support someone who's grieving. Let's dive into today's conversation together.

    Resources:

    Seasons of Sorrow - Tim Challies

    Suffering - Paul David Tripp

    Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy - Mark Vroegop

    Heaven - Randy Alcorn

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    57 mins
  • Ep. 119 | Momcast: Be the Light | ft. Casey Dicks, Kaci Young, Laurie Giebeig & Mary Beth Everett
    Apr 7 2026

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    In today's episode, Astin Kahnk is joined by Casey Dicks, Kaci Young, Laurie Giebeig and Mary Beth Everett for another Momcast episode! Listen in as they discuss being a light through motherhood and share some of their daily routines and rhythms that help keep Jesus at the center of their homes. Let's dive in!

    References:

    Egermeier Bible Story Book

    If you have any questions about this podcast, or about The Orchard Community Church, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website at theorchardcc.org and fill out our contact form, or send us a message on Facebook (@IAmTheOrchard) or Instagram (@theorchard.cc). Until next time!

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    47 mins