For this week's podcast, we go on the road with our High School ministry for their annual Winter Retreat. Retreat speaker, Ted Dower, tells us the reason behind teaching in Titus and what this book of the Bible has meant to him. This episode discusses the qualities of a good leader, how to navigate finding a new church, and responding to a world that doesn't share your same views or beliefs. Ted closes this discussion with the heartbeat of our church, "our duty and doctrine... all of it is born out of a saving relationship that we could not have engaged in". Check out this episode now!

It's been a very full year at SMCC with a lot of exciting changes. For this episode, we meet "On the Mountain" with three guests: Andrew Spigner, Anna Squires, and Anna Tanner to review 2023 at Shades, and we'll talk about things to look forward to in the coming year! We've had the joy of introducing new ministries, brand new hires, a new website and first-time app, as well as watching our church grow. What a year of being constantly pointed back to the Word of God. There's just so much to share! Come join us as we take a close look at the year 2023.

Our surprise guest is none other than Ms. Genny Rollings! For our very first volunteer highlight, we thought none other would be more fitting. From her 45 years spent serving our church, she would like to share some of her story.This is a full episode filled with wise advice. Genny tells us how she met her late husband, her first experiences at SMCC, learning to submit in the home and how to serve your church with a joyous attitude. She wants this episode to ring true of this one fact, “I want everything to go to the Lord, it’s the only reason I do what I do.”

This week 'On the Mountain', we are bringing our 'Meet the Pastors' series to a close with the big man himself Rick Goertzen. Rick has been our lead Pastor at SMCC for the past 8 years. On this episode you can expect to hear about Rick's early stages of pursuing ministry, hobbies, hardships, leading a church in a modern world, and so much more! Check out this episode to go behind the scenes with Stonewall and Pastor Rick Goertzen!

Most of you know him by the name Jawoo, it's time to meet our Children's and Middle School Pastor!‘On the Mountain’ we are met with Jonathan Owen, a man who wears many hats here at SMCC. He oversees a vibrant children's ministry as well as running our largest community outreach program called Camp Adventure. He has served in church at various capacities since his youth and felt a natural pull towards ministry. You can hear Jonathan talk all about summer camp and what he's learned working with children over the years. Listen to his full story here with our host Stonewall Nicholson!

Come meet the 'new kid on the block' our Adult Ministries Pastor, this is Brian Kult!‘On the Mountain’ we are met with Brian Kult who has been on staff with SMCC for two years now. We hear about his upbringing, his career in banking and what led him to ministry. Brian delves into his first experience with person to person discipleship and how meaningful that relationship was to him. We see how Brian’s long-lasting relationship with our Lead Pastor pulled his heart towards SMCC and where he is today. You can listen to his full story here with our host Stonewall Nicholson.

We are thrilled to play a role in introducing a new ministry, Iglesia La Fe, which will be coming to SMCC on November 5th!Join us 'On the Mountain' as we sit down with the couple that started Iglesia La Fe Hispanic Church back in 2004. In this episode we learn the story of how Octavio and Rosie Samper met, their history with SMCC, the growth of their ministry and ways at which our church can serve them. !¡! Warning !¡! This was one fun episode to participate in, so prepare your hearts for some obnoxious laughter.

Let's meet our High School and Young Adult Pastor, this is Andrew Spigner!Join us 'On the Mountain' as we hear from another Pastor who didn't originally envision working in ministry. From a desire to earnestly know the Word of God, Andrew discovered the Lord working in his heart towards ministry. With a degree from Troy in Communication Studies, we now hear how the Lord called Andrew to seminary at the West Institute. Ultimately this path led him back home to serve at SMCC shepherding the hearts of our youth. You can listen to his full story here with our host Stonewall Nicholson.

Join us 'On the Mountain' as Stonewall sits down with our Administrative and Missions Pastor, Gary Kennedy. Gary is one of our longest standing members of 53 years and has been a part of our family from the very beginning. If you're interested in how a CPA came to be a Pastor, give this week's episode a listen. We will discuss all things missions, how finances affect the church, and the growth of our church from a one of a kind perspective.

This week 'On the Mountain', we are kicking off our 'Meet the Pastors' series with Steven Sivley. Steven has been our Worship Pastor for 8 years. He also oversees our communications ministry and our building and grounds crew. Check out this episode to go behind the scenes and hear how the Lord guided Steven to ministry!