Grace Period
Welcome to our laid-back Christ Lutheran podcast, where we chat about faith, real life, and all the messy, beautiful moments in between. Think of it like sitting down with friends over a drink—sharing stories, asking big questions, laughing at ourselves, and leaning into God’s grace as we sort out what it means to follow Jesus in the everyday. No sermons, no pressure—just honest conversation, a little humor, and plenty of room for wonder. This podcast is brought to you by Christ Lutheran Church of Visalia, California.
Episodes
22 episodes
Holy Chaos
This week on Grace Period, Josh Nauman is back alongside Noel Thompson as we welcome special guest Isaiah Salvador for a conversation about Pentecost, closing chapters, graduations, and the chaos of this time of year.As school years end ...
The Member Series: Mike Jorgenson
We’re launching a brand new series called Member Series — conversations focused on getting to know the incredible people who make up Christ Lutheran Church.In this episode, I sit down with CLC member Mike Jorgenson. M...
Inside the World of MAT: A conversation with Michael Lingenfelter.
This week, we sit down with Christ Lutheran Church member Michael Lingenfelter for a conversation about his journey to becoming an MAT practitioner and the important work he does helping people in recovery.Michael brings clarity to what ...
Grace on the Highway
This week, we talk with Nathan Howard, a California Highway Patrol officer (and CLC alum), about the realities of the job—what it demands, what it takes, and what it can cost. From everyday calls to high-stakes moments, this conversation gives ...
They Walked In… So We Hit Record
This episode wasn’t planned at all—it started with Molly and her friend Ryley walking into my office joking about recording a podcast… and then we actually did it.Molly returns for her second appearance, and Ryley jumps on the mic for th...
The Breaking Point: How Burnout Sneaks Up on You
In this episode, “The Breaking Point: How Burnout Sneaks Up on You,” our co-host Josh Nauman leads the conversation into what happens when pushing through just… stops working. Not in some dramatic crash, but in the quieter, more familiar...
Between Two Homes: Leaving Minnesota, Finding Life in California
Leaving home sounds exciting…until you actually do it.In this episode, I sit down with a longtime friend who made a similar move—leaving Minnesota and building a new life here in California. We talk honestly about what that transition ha...
Can We Podcast Anywhere? (Six Flags Edition)
This episode is a bit of an experiment.We took the podcast out of the studio and into the chaos of Six Flags Magic Mountain to see what would happen. No perfect setup, no quiet room—just us, some mics, and plenty of background noise....
Holy Week
Holy Week is one of the most meaningful weeks in the Christian story—but it can also be one of the easiest to rush through.In this episode, Noel Thompson is joined by Josh Nauman as they slow things down and walk through what Holy Week a...
Faith, Family, and the Game
In this episode, we sit down with Nathan Treece and Bryson Johnson, two cousins whose lives are shaped by a shared love of sport and a strong family bond. Together, we explore how their relationship has grown both on and off the field—and how t...
Journeys That Shape Us
In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Sean Ewbank to talk about his recent trip to the Middle East and the powerful experiences that come from stepping outside your everyday world.Travel has a way of changing how we see things—our fai...
Between Passion and Burnout
Life can feel like a constant balancing act. Work, relationships, responsibilities, expectations—it’s easy to keep piling things on until something starts to tip. In this episode, we talk about the tension between having a full life and having ...
When Our Community Feels It
In this episode, we’re diving into something every community faces sooner or later—those moments when a big event, a conflict, or a story online ripples through a school, workplace, or town and suddenly everyone feels it. These moments can stir...
The Season of Lent.
In this upcoming episode, we step into the sacred season of Lent — forty days of repentance, reflection, and renewal. Beginning with Ash Wednesday and leading us to the cross on Good Friday, Lent invites us to slow down, take an honest look at ...
Vocation Series: Paul Delgado
In this week’s episode, the conversation features our very own co-worker and music minister, Paul Delgado, as he shares a thoughtful and down-to-earth look at what vocation really means.The episode explores how Paul first sensed...
Devotional Time
In this episode, we slow things down and lean into the power of devotionals—those quiet, intentional moments that shape our faith day by day. Whether you’re consistent, struggling to stay focused, or just starting out, we’ll explore why devotio...
ANXIETY!
Anxiety is something a lot of us deal with, even if we don’t always have the words for it. It can look like overthinking, constant stress, or that uneasy feeling that never quite goes away. In this episode, we sit down for an honest, relaxed co...
Becoming a Music Teacher.
Do you remember being a senior in high school and feeling the pressure of having to decide what you wanted to do for the rest of your life? In this episode, we sit down with Evan Judson, who went through that same experience. Evan is currently ...
The Challenges of Childhood
What does it mean to grow up without a permanent home and still find your way? In this episode, we sit down with someone who spent their childhood navigating the foster care system. Through honest reflection, they share stories of instability, ...
The Holiday Season
Remember when the holidays felt endless—long breaks from school, magical traditions, and the pure excitement of waking up with nothing to do but celebrate? In this episode, we reflect on how the holidays have changed since we were young. From s...
Merry Christmas Eve, Eve!
Did you know National Pumpkin Pie Day is on Christmas? Noel had no idea, and he had thoughts about it. On today’s episode, Noel Thompson is joined by Laurie Werner, who is in her third year of teaching kindergarten in Visalia, California. Lauri...
The First Grace Period Podcast.
Noel Thompson is joined by Molly Ridenour as they debut the very first Grace Period Podcast. They talk about the random holidays in December and go over the "Weird Stat of the Day." Molly discovers that her friends are in fact twins, and Noel t...