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Impact the World

Impact the World

By West Park Baptist Church

A production of West Park Baptist Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. We have conversations about how we can all love God, love people, and impact the world. www.westparkbaptist.org
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Holy Week | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 53

Impact the WorldMar 25, 2024

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Holy Week | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 53

Holy Week | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 53

During this special episode of Impact the World, Tara focuses on scriptures that reflect on the events of Holy week and Jesus' sacrificial work that brings us redemption. You are encouraged to use this guided mediation by following the prompts to help you reflect, rejoice, and commune with God as you prepare your heart for Easter. Music is provided by Max Horsewood.

Mar 25, 202420:44
The Deacons | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. 52
Jan 18, 202439:54
CedarBrook Outreach | Tara Hayes, Sam Polson, Lisa Newsome, and Jack Underwood | Ep. 51

CedarBrook Outreach | Tara Hayes, Sam Polson, Lisa Newsome, and Jack Underwood | Ep. 51

Tara sits down with Jack Underwood, Lisa Newsome and Pastor Sam Polson to talk about the formation of CedarBrook Outreach and how it has grown over the past several years. Also, Jack and Lisa share the vision for the surrounding community and how CedarBrook partners with West Park to accomplish their goals. Resources www.westparkbaptist.org/cedarbrookoutreach

Dec 18, 202349:39
Advent | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 50

Advent | Tara Hayes and Max Horsewood | Ep. 50

During this special episode of Impact the World, Tara focuses on scriptures that reflect Jesus’ first coming, the promises of His finished work of redemption, and His second coming. You are encouraged to use this guided meditation weekly by following the prompts to help you reflect, rejoice, and commune with God as you prepare your heart for Advent. Music is provided by Max Horsewood. Resources In Love A Throne by Max Horsewood Country Gospel Verse 1 In love a throne to Christ was promised That all nations him should serve That praise should rise to God’s begotten For redemption undeserved Every shadow under Moses Celebration, sacrifice Pointed to a future coming God himself in form of Christ Verse 2 In love a throne Christ left behind him Word of God took on our flesh From his youth increased in wisdom To reveal God’s truth suppressed In the true propitiation Jesus died as sinners should Yet his soul was not abandoned  God has raised him for our good Verse 3 In love a throne will be established On a recreated earth Christ will banish Death to hell’s abyss And be crowned with utmost worth Holiness will be our nature From the greatest to the least And forever we’ll adore him At his royal table feast (x2)

Dec 04, 202315:24
The Elders | Tara Hayes & Paul Wehmeier | Ep. 49
Nov 20, 202331:57
Covenant Membership | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. 48
Nov 13, 202346:59
Our Doctrinal Statement | Tara Hayes and Joe Kappel | Ep. 47
Nov 06, 202335:13
Making the Most of the Empty Nest | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. #46

Making the Most of the Empty Nest | Tara Hayes and James Lynch | Ep. #46

In a continuation of the Faith and Family series, Tara and James Lynch discuss making the best of the empty nest. How do you respond if you didn’t want the empty nest to ever happen – what if you’ve been looking forward to an empty nest but now you have boomerang kids? The Bible has answers and encouragement for all these situations.

Sep 11, 202336:58
Raising Kids in the Digital Age | Tara Hayes, Joe Kappel and Jake Bishop | Ep. 45
Sep 04, 202347:25
Middle School Ministry | Tara Hayes and Audra Chaney | Ep. 44
Aug 28, 202339:37
High School Ministry | Tara Hayes and Colin Hughes | Ep. 43
Aug 28, 202339:29
Singles and the Church | Tara Hayes & Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 42

Singles and the Church | Tara Hayes & Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 42

As a part of the August Faith and Family series, Tara and Matthew lead a conversation with a live audience about being single in the church. Why is being single called a gift in scripture and what does that really mean? What is the responsibility of singles and those who are not to form community within the body of believers? 

Aug 21, 202341:55
Bonus: Partner Highlight | Carmen and Rhode | Ep. 41a

Bonus: Partner Highlight | Carmen and Rhode | Ep. 41a

Tara meets again with Global Partner, Carmen and her colleague, Rhode from Cuba. They talk about how God called Rhode into ministry as a child and how that has influenced her work with children not only in Cuba but also all over the world. They also discuss what it is like to live and serve in Cuba.

Jul 31, 202301:03:08
Intergenerational Church Conclusion | James Lynch and Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 41

Intergenerational Church Conclusion | James Lynch and Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 41

James and Matthew conclude the conversation about Intergenerational Church. They encourage us all to explore what the church would look like and what we could accomplish in our community and for His Kingdom if we are all seeking to use our gifts as one body across the generations.   

Jul 31, 202332:56
Bonus: Partner Highlight | Peter | Ep. 40a

Bonus: Partner Highlight | Peter | Ep. 40a

Tara gets to have a conversation with our Global Partner Peter after a brief stop at West Park. They explore all the ways God is moving Peter and his team to minister in his home country.

Jul 29, 202336:57
Intergenerational Church Interviews PT 2 | James, Matthew, Ben, Dennis | Ep. 40

Intergenerational Church Interviews PT 2 | James, Matthew, Ben, Dennis | Ep. 40

James and Matthew sit down with Ben and Dennis and continue the discussion about how generations work together in the church.   

Jul 24, 202349:04
Intergenerational Church Interviews | James Lynch, Matthew Goldstine, Sue Polson, Coleen Hebert | Ep. 39

Intergenerational Church Interviews | James Lynch, Matthew Goldstine, Sue Polson, Coleen Hebert | Ep. 39

James and Matthew sit down with Sue and Coleen to discuss how they see God working in them today and through the different stages of their lives.  

Jul 17, 202348:46
Intergenerational Church | James Lynch & Matthew Goldstine | Ep. 38
Jul 10, 202339:34
Biblical Counseling Certification Process | Pastor Al & Terri Cage | Ep. 37
May 08, 202352:50
Senior Adult Ministry | Pastor James Lynch | Ep. 36
May 01, 202336:51
Book Review | Jake Bishop | Ep. 35
Apr 24, 202321:49
Training Program | LeAnn Hilemon, Jonathan Russell, and Sally Folden | Ep. 34
Apr 17, 202333:52
Romans Discussion | Pastor Joe Kappel & Jake Bishop | Ep. 33

Romans Discussion | Pastor Joe Kappel & Jake Bishop | Ep. 33

Tara sits down with Pastor Joe and Jake to discuss a brief recap of where we’ve been in Romans, and where we’re headed. There is also a discussion of how the pastors determine the direction of the series and what they have learned as they prepare to preach each week. 

Apr 10, 202321:36
How Do We Know the Resurrection Really Happened? | Jake Bishop | Ep. 32
Apr 03, 202319:49
Renewal, Volunteers | David Jones & Scott Williams | Ep. 31
Mar 27, 202337:54
Because You Gave | Lisa Newsome | Ep. 30

Because You Gave | Lisa Newsome | Ep. 30

In this episode, Tara will be talking with Lisa Newsome about the new Nursery Hallway.  This “Because You Gave” story is a celebration of just one of the ways God is using the resources that the people of West Park have given in order to further His kingdom work! 

Mar 20, 202320:05
Renewal Participant, Kaitlyn | Scott & Kaitlyn | Ep. 29
Mar 13, 202330:55
Serving Opportunities | Cindy Reynolds | Ep. 28
Feb 27, 202312:45
Ministry Focus – Global Missions | Sam Polson | Ep. 27

Ministry Focus – Global Missions | Sam Polson | Ep. 27

For February’s Ministry Focus, Tara and Pastor Sam Polson sit down and discuss Missions at West Park. They take a brief look at how it has developed over the years not only around the world but also at West Park. They highlight what is different about how West Park supports missionaries from other churches.

Feb 20, 202335:38
Partner Highlight | Greg & Suzanne Pitts | Ep. 26
Feb 13, 202332:40
Partner Highlight, Part 1 | Carmen | Ep. 24

Partner Highlight, Part 1 | Carmen | Ep. 24

Listen to part one of the touching story of Carmen, one of our global partners.

Feb 06, 202339:48
Partner Highlight, Part 2 | Carmen | Ep. 25

Partner Highlight, Part 2 | Carmen | Ep. 25

Listen to part two of the touching story of Carmen, one of our global partners.

Feb 06, 202335:50
Book Recommendations from 2022 | Jake Bishop | Ep. 23
Jan 30, 202322:02
Romans Recap and Looking Ahead | Joe Kappel | Ep. 22
Jan 23, 202331:17
Formed Through Community | Jake Bishop | Ep. 21
Jan 16, 202337:38
Formed Through Prayer | Joe Kappel | Ep. 20
Jan 09, 202325:56
Formed Through Scripture | Al Cage | Ep. 19

Formed Through Scripture | Al Cage | Ep. 19

Tara and Pastor Al Cage kick off a three-week series about spiritual formation. They discuss the role Scripture plays in spiritual formation, how we received Scripture, its sufficiency for life, and the motivation of studying and living according to Scripture.

Jan 02, 202353:33
End-of-2022 Wrap-up | LeAnn Hilemon | Ep. 18
Nov 28, 202213:57
Legacy Giving | James Lynch, James Lawrence | Ep. 17
Nov 20, 202230:36
Kids Ministry | Lisa Newsome | Ep. 16
Nov 14, 202247:17
Bonus: Partner Highlight | Emil T | Ep. 15a
Nov 09, 202235:18
Hospitality | Jake Bishop | Ep. 15
Nov 07, 202229:01
Trusting God | Sam Polson | Ep. 14

Trusting God | Sam Polson | Ep. 14

Pastor Sam Polson discusses with Tara the upcoming November focus, Trusting God – Generosity for Generations. Learn about the history of the Jehovah-Jireh offering each November as well as how God has used it in the past and how it will impact the generations to come.

Oct 31, 202232:59
SALT Luncheon Live | James Lynch & others | Ep. 13

SALT Luncheon Live | James Lynch & others | Ep. 13

Impact the World goes LIVE at the SALT Luncheon! SALT is the acronym for Senior Adults Living Triumphantly. Learn about the many facets of this ministry with James Lynch, Dennis Ramsey, and Pam Jackson. We also hear from Allison Thompson and Hannah Irwin regarding how CedarBrook Outreach is partnering with SALT.

Oct 24, 202249:22
Thanksgiving Boxes | Cindy Reynolds | Ep. 12

Thanksgiving Boxes | Cindy Reynolds | Ep. 12

Every year, West Park Baptist Church holds a Thanksgiving Boxes event. Congregation members are encouraged to fill a box that gets distributed to families in our community to help them celebrate the holiday. Cindy Reynolds tells us more about this event, including the purpose and this year’s goal.

Oct 17, 202209:26
Renewal | Scott Williams | Ep. 11
Oct 10, 202252:20
Sabbath | Jake Bishop | Ep. 10
Oct 03, 202229:28
Financial Freedom | Jess Holloway & Al Cage | Ep. 9
Sep 26, 202251:41
GriefShare | Tony Sawyer & Al Cage | Ep. 8
Sep 19, 202247:22
DivorceCare | Larry Cooper, Amy Larson, & Al Cage | Ep. 7
Sep 12, 202245:46