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Growing Together
Step into a virtual garden of spiritual growth and community connection with the "Growing Together" podcast. This podcast is a nurturing space for individuals seeking to deepen their faith, cultivate relationships, and explore the boundless beauty of a shared spiritual journey.
Each episode of "Growing Together" is a breath of fresh air, where Pastor Michael, Syd, Nic, Pastor Holly, and Pastor Roger try to navigate the twists and turns of life while staying rooted in faith. Their warm and inviting presence makes you feel like you're sitting in a cozy living room, engaged in a heartfelt conversation with old friends.
Diving into topics ranging from personal growth and self-care to building resilient relationships and fostering a sense of community, the podcast aims to equip listeners with the tools to nurture their faith in all aspects of life. Through scripture readings, open discussions, and interviews with experts in various fields, "Growing Together" provides a holistic approach to spiritual development.
Whether you're a lifelong believer, a seeker on the spiritual path, or simply someone curious about how faith can shape lives, "Growing Together" offers a welcoming haven for everyone. Tune in during your morning routine, while taking a leisurely stroll, or even during a quiet moment of reflection – the podcast fits seamlessly into your daily life.
Join the "Growing Together" community and embark on a journey of discovery, growth, and genuine connection. In a world that can sometimes feel disconnected, this podcast reminds us that nurturing our faith and cultivating meaningful relationships can lead to a life that's deeply fulfilling and spiritually abundant. Subscribe now to start your journey of growing together in faith and fellowship.
Episodes
163 episodes
God’s Promises, Our Response
If you have ever tried faith like a quick experiment and walked away disappointed, we get it, and we challenge it. Dale brings a topic that rarely gets the attention it deserves: God’s promises in the Bible, not as a cherry-picked list, but as ...
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The Seeker
Your phone can track you everywhere, but that doesn’t mean you feel seen. We start with a laugh about landlines, untied shoes, and summer slipping toward back-to-school, then we stumble into a bigger question that hits right in the chest: what ...
If We Can Earn Heaven, Why Did He Die?
Like Diane Sawyer or Barbara Walters of old, here at the Growing Together Podcast we don't mind asking the hard questions. This week, Nic & Dale examine a thought provoking question. If we can earn heaven, why did Jesus die for ...
True Rebellion In Our Modern World
Often times when we think of the word rebel, our minds immediately conjure up images of men on motorcycles in black leather jackets, smoking cigarettes, skulls and cross bones on their arms, the song "Born To be Wild" blaring through the speake...
Faith In The Squared Circle
Nic & Dale are back in the studio this week after taking a short breath. The Growing Together Podcast has covered a lot of ground this year and we look forward to finishing the year strong. If there are any topics you would like...
ALL STAR BREAK EDITION: Our Top 5 Worship Songs/Hymnals
Hey everyone! Life has its little bumps in the road and something extraordinary is always happening in God's world. Dale is celebrating his wedding anniversary and Nic is getting ready to say goodbye to one home and mo...
God Bless America 250
Happy 250th Birthday America! This week, we pull out all the stops. We roll out the big guns. We unfurl the flags. Pastor Michael and Syd return for this special edition of the Growing Together Podcast! Pastor Mich...
Surrender-In The Waiting
Episode 25 is here! The Growing Together Podcast has covered a lot of ground this year, but we still have a long way to go in 2026. Not to worry, Nic & Dale have your back, and will see to it that the rest of your year is filled...
Submission (AKA The Noise)
Okay folks, it's time to get real. Each and every week Nic & Dale hit the mics and pronounce to anyone who will listen that God is good. They preach it and they believe it. They take a personal responsibility to spread the...
Love vs. Justice
We all know how easy it can be to accept accolades. Compliments make us all feel good about ourselves, and love is divine. We all want what we think we have coming to us, and many times we want it without overcoming hurdles or putti...
TRIPPIN' ON GRATITUDE
This podcast has wheels and we just keep turning the episodes out! Speaking of wheels, Nic was blessed to go on a cross country road trip out west to Arizona and back. Upon returning home, the word gratitude kept playing on his mind...
Blind Faith??
Hey everybody! Nic and Dale are back this week with a brand new topic that we are sure you are going to enjoy. Have you ever been encountered by somebody that just refuses to see the benefit in what we do as Christians? Has an...
Spring Into Spiritual Growth-Part 5: Fruits Of Our Labor
We made it! The location has been chosen, the soil has been prepared. The seed has been planted and we have made the commitment to nurture and protect our investment. There's only one thing left to do! Enjoy the fruits o...
Spring Into Spiritual Growth-Part 4: Nurture & Protect
Well folks, we have hit the home stretch, but don't go away just yet. Our quest for spiritual growth continues this week as Nic & Dale provide more insight into what it takes to make sure all your hard work doesn't go for naught. ...
Spring Into Spiritual Growth-Part 3: Planting The Seed
The Growing Together podcast continues to roll. This week we celebrate our 150th episode as we expand our series on spiritual growth! Join Nic & Dale as they discuss what is perhaps the most important step in the process. ...
Solo Act- Paul's Message To The Romans
The apostle Paul understood that, sometimes, you just have to get out there on your own and see what you can accomplish with only the Word to guide you. On this edition of Growing Together, host Nicholas Affolter, finds himself in a...
Spring Into Spiritual Growth-Part Two: Preparing The Soil
Last week we discovered the ideal location to begin our quest for spiritual growth. This week, the quest continues as Nic and Dale dive into the next vital step. Preparing the soil is an essential part of the growing process, and we...
Spring Into Spiritual Growth-Part One: Location, Location, Location
Pastor Michael presented us with a profound question. Easter season has come to an end. What do we do now? The fire and excitement we so much enjoy passes and what do we have to look forward to? Yardwork? The heat ...
A Sword To Pierce Her Heart: Mary At The Foot Of The Cross
Have you ever considered the strength and fortitude it would take as a mother to follow a child to his appointed time of sacrifice and death? Do you know what it's like as a mother to lose a child who's purpose in life was to risk their l...
As The Rooster Crows: Peter And The Pitfalls Of Spiritual Denial
Do you feel spiritually sound within yourself until the moment arrives when you feel confronted to share your faith and choose to stay silent? When God is calling on you to act, are you willing to be bold and proclaim your faith or let th...
Ultimate Obedience: Jesus In The Garden Of Gethsemane
What do you do when faced with an insurmountable situation that requires intensive prayer and obedience to God's calling on your life? On this week's episode, Nic Affolter and Dale Walker sit down for a one on one conversation about the j...
Flipping The Coin On Judas Iscariot
Thirty pieces of silver sounds like a payday until you realize what it bought: a kiss in the Garden of Gethsemane and a choice that still shakes people today. We go straight at Judas Iscariot, not to sensationalize betrayal, but to understand t...
Moving Mountains
Ever planned for smooth sailing and got a squall instead? We open with a cruise that starts rough—cold wind, rocking decks, and dashed expectations—before sun finally breaks through in Nassau and Bimini. Back home, the week tightens: a beloved ...
Worship, Word, And The Week Ahead
Ever feel your heart lift during a hymn while your hands stay at your sides? We unpack the many shapes of worship—joyful shouts, quiet tears, and the steady listening that honors God as much as any chorus. Our talk moves from light banter about...