Voices of the Valley

Voices of the Valley Season 1, Episode 6--Rev. Carol McDonald

The Rev. Carol McDonald is one of the guiding lights of the Presbyterian Church (USA). A graduate of Yale Divinity School, she has served as a pastor, a mid-council executive, a camp and conference center director, and so much more. She currently serves as Parish Associate at Northminster Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. Carol joins us to tell the story of the Covenant Network of Presbyterians, an organization advocating for the full equity of LGBTQIA+ people in church and society.LinksCovenant Network website - https://covnetpres.orgCamp Pyoca kin·dom camp Details and Registration - https://pyoca.org/summer_camp/kindomcamp.php

Voices of the Valley Season 1, Episode 5--Jenni Heimach

Jenni Heimach is an ordained Ruling Elder who has dedicated her life to serving others. Throughout her career as a public school teacher and in her various church leadership roles, she has been a champion for peace and justice. On this episode of Voices of the Valley, Beau talks with Jenni about her life-changing experience with the Presbyterian Coffee Project, a program designed to support the empowerment of farmers throughout the world. Check out the links below for more information.
 
https://www.presbyterianmission.org/ministries/compassion-peace-justice/hunger/enough/presbyterian-coffee-project/
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Voices of the Valley, Season 1, Episode4--Rev. Jim and Debby Riley

Our guests for Episode 4 are Dr. Jim and Debby Riley. Jim is a retired Associate Pastor of Second Presbyterian Church and formerly the Community Spiritual Director of the Indianapolis Great Banquet, and Debby is a retired Indianapolis Public Schools teacher. Together, they lead Circle City Dinner Church, a movement of the Holy Spirit for planting a new worshiping community on the Near Eastside of Indianapolis. It is a part of the initiative of the Presbyterian Church (USA) to develop innovative ways of birthing new communities that are more effective in reaching out and making disciples in a changing, more diverse culture. It has the hope of calling together a racially and culturally diverse people to form a worshiping community that can positively impact the Near Eastside.
 
Find out more at circlecitydinnerchurch.org .

Voices of the Valley, Season 1, Episode 3--Rev. Elizabeth Kaznak-Hall

The Rev. Liz Kaznak-Hall is a Presbyterian Minister currently serving in a private foundation and supporting the welcoming and care of refugee families with a group of like-hearted volunteers. In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Liz shares her vocational journey, theological/relational insight, and practical suggestions in the area of refugee ministry. We also welcome as our guest host the Rev. Bob Heimach, as Bob reflects with Liz on their shared friendship and ministry.
You can learn more about local efforts in welcoming and caring for refugees at www.exodusrefugee.org.

Voices of the Valley, Season 1, Episode 2--Pastors Martin and Sandy Garcia

In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we are honored to have Pastors Martin and Sandy Garcia of Amistad Church in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, share their incredible journey of faith, love, and community building.Discover the unique approach of Amistad Church, where inclusivity, diversity, and a strong sense of community are at the forefront. Martin and Sandy share stories of resilience, hope, and the role faith plays in navigating life's complexities.Stay connected with Amistad Church by visiting their website at https://www.amistadfw.com.

Voices of the Valley, Season 1, Episode 1--Rev. Dr. Winterbourne Harrison-Jones

In this episode of Voices of the Valley, we sit down with the esteemed Rev. Dr. Winterbourne Harrison-Jones, the compassionate and dedicated Pastor of Witherspoon Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis. Driven by a profound commitment to fostering faith and building a stronger sense of community, Winterbourne shares his inspiring journey, the mission of Witherspoon Presbyterian Church, and the impactful initiatives they have undertaken.
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To stay connectedwith Witherspoon Presbyterian Church, visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/wpcindy2. 
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