Aspire Ministries Podcast
Have you ever wanted to sit down with a pastor and hear their story? This podcast is a collection of Pastor's stories directed towards aspiring Pastors to lead, guide and address the truth of Pastoral work and life.
Episodes
20 episodes
Mary Booth- "The Adaptable Missionary"
In this episode I sit down with missionary Mary booth. Mary from a young age had an adventurous spirit and an urge to see the world. On one of trips to the other side of the world something changed her forever. The Gospel. ...
Morgan Meader- "Tools of the Trade"
In this episode I sit down to describe, explain and share about the books that have helped shape me as a Christian and Pastor, study habits I have adopted over the years and helpful tips that have come from many failures in vocational ministry....
Brodie Lefebvre- "Worshipful Shepherding"
Brodie was born and raised in Southern California. The second oldest in a family of 14, he spent his childhood surfing and growing in his knowledge of music and love for the Lord and His Word. From a young age he discovered a passion for music ...
Morgan Meader-"A Shepherd's Journey"
In this episode I have the pleasure to share about the journey the Lord has taken me on throughout my Pastoral vocation. My dear friend Anthony sits down to ask the who, what, when, where and why questions that has lead to the now.&...
Tim Thetford “The Chemistry of Ministry”
In this episode I sit down with Tim Thetford. Born and raised in Southern California, Tim has been serving in Orange County churches for over 25 years. Studying science and music, Tim earned his Bachelors of Science in Biochemistry ...
Jake Saxton “Be who Christ called you to be”
In this episode I sit down with Jake Saxton. He is the co-lead Pastor of Cornerstone Community Church in San Clemente. In our time together he reflects on his home life in Yorba Linda, college life at Biola where he met his wife, an...
Ernesto Hernandez-" The Ministry of Presence and Prayer"
In this episode I sit down with Ernesto Hernandez. Born and raised in Baldwin Park, Ca he quickly saw how having a present and active spiritual leader can impact a life. The Lord took Ernesto and his wife from their home to the Marines to event...
Marcus Bratton-“Discipled to Shepherd”
In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Marcus Bratton. He serves as the Youth Pastor at Christ Community Church. However, his spiritual walk started from thinking he would ever step into the role of a shepherd. From asking challeng...
Winston Wardwell-“Redeemed to Shepherd”
In this episode I sit down with Pastor Winston Wardwell. He is the Family Pastor at Cornerstone Community Church in San Clemente where is was born and raised. Even though he was brought to church by his mother early in life, Winston...
Jason Ricafranca-"Know what you are not"
In this episode I sit down with Jason Ricafranca. Jason has been on staff at Grace since 2017. Starting as High School and College Director, he now serves as Associate Pastor providing pastoral care and leadership to various teams and ministrie...
Juan Bonilla- "The Mechanic’s of Pastoring"
In this episode I sit down with local auto shop owner and Pastor Juan Bonilla. Juan comes from a hard working immigrant family who in their greatest time of need, was met with the love of Christ through the local Church. That initial interactio...
Jesus Cantu-“Seek first the Kingdom of God
In this episode, I sit down with Pastor Jesus Cantu, Executive Pastor at Christ Community Church in Laguna Hills. From his strong roots in Los Angeles to seasons in the South and Midwest—and ultimately back to California—his journey has been ma...
Jim Burns-"Keeping watch over your Soul"
In this episode I sit down with Jim Burns.Jim Burns is the founder of HomeWord. He speaks to thousands of people around the world each year. He has more than 3 million resources in print in over 20 languages. His popular HomeWord wit...
Chris Smith-"Aspiring Hells Angel to Gospel Preacher"
In this episode I sit down with Pastor Chris Smith. Chris was born into a rough a turbulent life that taught him how sin can truly bring corruption and suffering. Through the witness of those close to him, he saw what love, faithfulness and tru...
Dorian Johnson- "Early Lessons in Youth Ministry"
In this episode I sit down with new Youth Pastor Dorian Johnson as he shares his faith journey and his first 2 years of youth ministry. Dorian is a young, excited, devoted pastor who wants to see kids know and grow with the truth found in the s...
Teena Ingram-"Through the Eyes of a Pastor’s Wife"
In this episode, I sit down with Teena Ingram, wife of the late and beloved Kelland Ingram, who pastored in Northern California for 34 years. Teena shares her personal journey, offering a heartfelt look into life as a pastor’s wife. Through her...
Jim Glynn-"The Importance of Discipleship"
Today, I’m sitting down with Jim Glynn—pastor, church planter, and a discipler to many.Jim has spent more than 40 years ministering in South Orange County and has been operating Joshua House, a recovery ministry that has helped hundreds ...
Dr. Ric Rodeheaver- "Loving the Lord, Loving His Bride"
Dr. Ric Rodeheaver was born and raised in Hawaii. There, he was raised knowing about the spiritual realm but it wasn't until the faithfulness of his mom that ultimately led Ric coming to Christ at 16 years old. From that point the Lord has take...