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
15 episodes
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....
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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37:24
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:02:26
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:17:55
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:17:58
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:00:54
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:16:03
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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38:16
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:20:46
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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44:08
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:00:32
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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57:08
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, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:03:22
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:06:32
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...
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44:54
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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29:19