In this episode, Jason Koleba moves into the interviewee chair to reflect back on 21 years of ministry within Cochrane Alliance Church. Jason Dimnik (Youth Pastor at Cochrane Alliance) guest hosts.

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So what have you done with the past 2 decades of your life?

Its become painfully obvious that Canadians have work to do if we want to restore healthy relationships between First Nations people and European newcomers to our country. A step on that path could simply be to hear one anothers stories. In this episode, Jason (a white guy whose Slavic ancestors only arrived in Canada a couple generations ago) explores the histories, experiences and insights of his two new Stoney friends, Olivia and Clarence Wesley.

This could be the beginning of a beautiful friendship!

Jesus calls everyone everywhere to follow him. Since that journey involves leading an authentic and examined life, emotional and relational healing are "normal" steps every Christian should expect to take. In this weeks episode, Yolanda Bosma and Ken Friesen talk about how Jesus has used Freedom Session to shape into healthier, more authentic people.

Finding Freedom

Most Christians know that Jesus told his followers to Go into all the world and make disciples. That Great Commission has inspired people in every subsequent generation to leave their home cultures to bring Jesus good news to those who have not heard it. So what does the mission look like in the 21stcentury? How does being a missionary today look different than it did in the 20thcentury? In this episode we explore the insights and experiences of mission veterans John Sharon Wicker, Regional Director for the Americas with SEND International.

What’s The Deal with Missions?

AllCanadians, regardless of their age or background, have made significant adjustments to their lifestyles in 2020. It could be argued that our seniors have adapted the mostespecially those who live in care facilities. In this episode we talk life, change and community with Audrey DeMaere, a thriving senior in a supportive living environment right here in Cochrane.

Tales from the Inside

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in school closures around the globe. Of course, students saw their worlds turned upside-down when the doors shut mid-March. But they werent the only ones coping with disorientation; teachers also had to navigate overnight change. What has that experience been like? How do teachers feel about the relaunch of school this fall? Find out as Jason sits down with local teachers Rob Wollin Stephanie Litschke.

Back to School, COVID-style

Our struggles with prejudice and systemic racism have (again) come to the forefront of common conversation in the Spring of 2020. Are these big-city problems only? In this episode, Jason sits down with three Cochranites to hear their perspectives and experiences as minorities living in a quiet Alberta town. Resources Holy Post - Race in America

Minority Life in Cochrane

In February 2020, a team of 23 high school students and leaders from Cochrane Alliance Church travelled to San Raymundo, Guatemala to connect with families, teach at a local school, and invest in community projects. Three of those students—Natalya, Brooke and Selina—dish on their experience and reflect on its impact on them and their team. Resources Selina’s Jewelry Business Natalya’s shoe collection 

3 Canucks in Guatemala: A Podcast Travelogue

COVID 19 has affected all of us, and government officials carry the responsibility of leading us through a challenging time. In this episode, Jason interviews Cochrane's Mayor Jeff Genung. Learn how the pandemic is personally affecting Jeff and other mayors in Alberta, as well as the townspeople and business owners of Cochrane. To connect with Mayor Genung, visit www.cochrane.ca/507/Members-of-Council.

Leading Cochrane in Uncertain Times

Bob and his team have been getting to know Rohingya refugees in one SE Asian country for almost a decade. Now that the COVID-19 crisis has put 90% of these families out of work, the door has opened to start a food hamper program that feeds over 1200 people per week. Hear what’s happening today as we follow-up our 2019 conversation. 

Feeding Rohingya Families in Lockdown

The outbreak of the Coronavirus has given many of us new appreciation for medical professionals. In this episode we interview practitioners serving Western Canadians in two different provinces. Tamar Koleba, Director at Lower Mainland Pharmacy Services in Vancouver, BC and Dr. Julie Torrie, Family Practitioner in Cochrane, AB give us an inside look at work, family and faith as they lead through uncharted waters. (And Tamar just happens to be Jason’s sister too.) Resources CochraneDocs

Practicing Medicine in a Pandemic

Although the Rwandan Genocide is a distant memory for many Canadians, the tragic events of the mid 1990’s continue to have lasting implications on the 12 million people who call Rwanda home. This winter, Cochrane’s own Jordan Bell took her third trip to Africa to offer Rwandans counselling and spiritual direction. In this episode, Jordan shares her experiences and tells the story of returning to Canada in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Resources: Lighthouse Counselling Centre Hands and Feet International   

A Canadian Counselor in Rwanda

Christians have a strange habit: they gather together regularly to sing the praises of an unseen God. Why do they do this? What does it accomplish? What’s the best way to do it? Listen-in as two lead worshippers—Randall Heier from Cochrane Alliance Church and Joe Sinanan from Burn 24-7 Calgary give their take and share their experiences. Resources Burn 24/7 - Calgary Feb 28th - 4 Hour Burn - Cochrane Alliance Church Fire and Fragrance Conference Randall Heier - Original Song "His Name"

What’s the Deal with Worship?

When Mike was 6 years old, a seemingly random schoolyard accident resulted in permanent vision-loss in his right eye. In this episode, Mike, Pastor of Missional Discipleship at Cochrane Alliance Church, reflects on how his disability affected his relationships with God, his parents and friends and how it continues to shape him today.

Dude! What happened to your eye?

Although "The Trinity" is a challenging theological concept, most Christians seem to be able to wrap their minds around God the Father and his son Jesus. Understanding the Holy Spirit however, proves to be a more daunting challenge. Who is he? What does he do? And perhaps most importantly, how do we get to know and experience him? Randall Heier, Worship Pastor at Cochrane Alliance Church, and Doug Balzer, Director of Innovation, Leader and Thought Development with the Christian and Missionary Alliance lend their experiences and insights to these important questions. Resources Here are some of the resources referred to in this episode. On Tongues: Private Prayer, Public Power by Ron Smith Doug's Rekindle Renewal Podcast royalidentity.ca - Luc Niebergal

Understanding and Experiencing the Holy Spirit

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