Up and to the Right
A dynamic podcast that tackles real and relevant topics within the church. No subject is off limits when it comes to discussing ways in which the Word of God can be made applicable in our lives.
Episodes
111 episodes
Episode 111: A Conversation with Stephen and Bailey Kuert
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney speaks with Stephen and Bailey Kuert, founders of Involved International, about their mission to empower communities in East Africa through church planting, discipleship, and artisan work. They share their pe...
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Episode 111
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41:31
Episode 110: A Conversation with Blaine Bartel
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Blaine Bartel discuss the critical issue of sexual addiction within the church, highlighting the alarming statistic that 68% of churches do not provide support for men struggling with these issues. Blaine...
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Episode 110
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55:04
Episode 109: A Conversation with Samson and Hope Varughese
In today's episode, Pastor Rodney welcomes Hope and Samson Varughese as they discuss the journey of financial freedom, focusing on the importance of becoming debt-free, effective budgeting, and the role of generosity. They share personal experi...
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Episode 109
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51:44
Episode 108: A Conversation with Chaplain Ron Lindsey
In this episode, Pastor Clint Smith interviews Chaplain Ron Lindsey about his journey in prison ministry. Chaplain Lindsey shares his experiences as a prison chaplain at Lexington Correctional Center, the transformative power of faith within th...
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Episode 108
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30:12
Episode 107: A Conversation with LaToya Carter
In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews LaToya Carter, who shares her personal journey of faith, family, and healing. LaToya discusses her upbringing in a traditional church, the challenges she faced in relationships, and the life-altering ex...
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Episode 107
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40:05
Episode 106: A Conversation with Shannon Fouts and Kayla Anderson
In today's conversation, Pastor Rodney, Shannon Fouts, and Kayla Anderson discuss the importance of discipleship, community, and building meaningful relationships within the church. They share insights from their recent fall program, emphasizin...
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Episode 106
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55:36
Episode 105: A Conversation with Blare Wood
IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode was recorded several months ago and the church launch date has since been adjusted to January 2025.In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Blare Wood, who is in the process of planting a church in Tem...
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Episode 105
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32:18
Episode 104: A Conversation with James Jalbert
In this episode, Pastor Rodney sits down with James Jalbert, the chaplain for college club hockey in North America for Hockey Ministries International. They discuss James's journey from a passionate hockey player to a dedicated minister, the ch...
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Episode 104
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44:36
Episode 103: A Conversation with Jeff and Lacey Echeverry
In today's episode, Jeff and Lacey Echeverry share their journey of faith and resilience as they navigate through Lacey's stage four cancer diagnosis, treatments, surgeries, and a life-altering car accident. They emphasize the importance of rel...
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Episode 103
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1:03:05
Episode 102: A Conversation with Farah Stout and Michael Tardibono
In this episode, Pastor Rodney, Farah Stout, and Michael Tardibono discuss the upcoming live recording event at North Church. They share personal stories behind songs, the collaborative process of songwriting, and the significance of grounding ...
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Episode 102
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53:29
Episode 101: A Conversation with Lance Lang
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Lance Lang, the founder and president of Hope Is Alive, about his personal journey of addiction and recovery. Lance shares about his upbringing as a pastor's kid, his experimentation with drugs, an...
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Episode 101
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44:07
Episode 100: Build His Church
It's our 100th episode! 🎉This very special episode welcomes Pastor Shannon, Pastor Clint, and Pastor Samson as they sit down with Pastor Rodney to discuss the exciting plans for the new North Church facility. Through this project known ...
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Episode 100
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1:18:02
Episode 99: A Conversation with Jackson Sandefer
In this episode, Pastor Rodney and Sawyer Wilson are joined by Jackson Sandefer to discuss the importance of missional youth ministry and the impact of Jesus Clubs in schools. They emphasize the need for students to live on mission for Jesus an...
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Episode 99
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52:58
Episode 98: A Conversation with Phillip Deas
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Philip Deas as he shares his role as a mindset and behavior optimization coach, helping individuals and companies reach their full potential. He emphasizes the importance of having a formula an...
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Episode 98
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56:25
Episode 97: A Conversation with Sheila Harper
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Sheila Harper, founder and president of Save One, as she shares her personal journey of healing after an abortion and how it led her to start the ministry. Save One helps men, women, and famili...
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Episode 97
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50:08
Episode 96: A Conversation with Dr. Madeline Manning Mims
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney talks with Dr. Madeline Manning Mims, a gold medalist in the 800 meters at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, as she shares her journey of faith and perseverance. Raised by a praying mother, Dr. Mims experienced the p...
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Episode 96
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51:10
Episode 95: A Conversation with Shannon Fouts
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Shannon Fouts discuss the importance of discipleship and relationships, the need for connection, and the detrimental effects of isolation. They highlight the role of truth in relationships and the importa...
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Episode 95
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44:51
Episode 94: A Conversation with Clint Smith
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Pastor Clint Smith discuss their journey together at North Church and the significance of personal growth through reading, listening to podcasts, and studying the Word of God. Pastor Clint shares the stor...
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Episode 94
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44:52
Episode 93: A Conversation with Heady Coleman
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney sits down with Pastor Heady as he discusses the significance of humility, prayer, seeking God's face, and repentance. He emphasizes the need to trust God and not rely on our own strength. He also touches on t...
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Episode 93
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58:39
Episode 92: A Conversation with Sawyer Wilson
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Sawyer Wilson discuss various topics, including Sawyer's journey of surrendering his life to God and his passion for serving in the church. Sawyer shares his experience of addiction and how God transforme...
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Episode 92
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43:59
Episode 91: A Conversation with Pastors Oscar and Ana Ynfante
This conversation is a special edition of Up and To the Right featuring Pastor Rodney and Pastors Oscar and Ana from the Dominican Republic. They discuss their partnership and the impact it has had on the community over the past 19 years, highl...
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Episode 91
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18:11
Episode 90: A Conversation with Mercy Lokulutu
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Mercy Lokulutu discuss the importance of building relationships and connecting with people in the church. They also talk about the challenges of parenting teenagers in a digital age and the need to priori...
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Episode 90
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40:08
Episode 89: A Conversation with Crystal Manu
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Crystal Manu discuss the significance of June 19th (Juneteenth) and the importance of diversity and unity in the church. Crystal shares her perspective on building relationships and creating a welcoming c...
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Episode 89
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48:33
Episode 88: A Conversation with Rich Wood
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Rich Wood discuss the importance of fatherhood and the impact of being a godly father. Rich shares his experience of being raised by a godly father and the lessons he learned from him. They also discuss t...
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Episode 88
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49:31
Episode 87: A Conversation with Todd Stamps
In today's conversation, Pastor Rodney and Todd Stamps discuss Todd's missionary work in Portugal, his family's journey, the value of the Word of God, and the impact of the Fire Bible. They also emphasize the importance of spiritual nourishment...
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Episode 87
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37:37