Guests: Jon & Jenn Barratt

Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz

Release Date: December 8, 2025

Episode Summary

How far can one act of faith go? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jon and Jenn Barratt from Project Rescue: a global ministry focused on restoring hope to survivors of sexual exploitation and trafficking. Together, we explore how exponential reach begins with surrendered hearts, and how partnerships in prayer, giving, and mission create real-world impact that stretches across borders, generations, and destinies.

Guest Bios

Jon and Jenn Barratt serve with Project Rescue, a ministry dedicated to rescuing and restoring survivors of sexual exploitation. Jenn, a former registered nurse with a B.S. in Nursing from Evangel University, joined Project Rescue after nine years in healthcare and became Executive Director in 2022. Jon, whose early career included professional sports, began serving with Project Rescue in 2010 and now leads as CEO of the Project Rescue Foundation, strengthening global initiatives and long-term impact. Together, they are passionate about bringing hope, healing, and restoration to vulnerable communities, and they share this mission alongside their two daughters, Gemma and Madison.

Resources & Mentions

– Jenn’s Instagram

– Jon’s Instagram

– Project Rescue Website

– Project Rescue Instagram

– Life Church Vision Message

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Guests: Pastor Todd Crews

Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz

Release Date: November 24, 2025

Episode Summary

Generosity is legacy. This episode dives into what it means to go above and beyond in giving and how our financial faithfulness fuels ministry, missions, and multiplication. With insight from Pastor Todd, we look at the ripple effects of sacrificial giving and the exponential power of a heart fully surrendered to God's Kingdom.

Guest Bio

Todd was born and raised in Indiana and graduated from Palm Beach Atlantic University with a degree in Communications and Christian Leadership. He and his family have spent the last 15 years serving local churches across the Northeast in various roles. Todd consults with and speaks at churches and organizations nationwide. Todd’s wife, Nicole, is from Germany, and together they have three children: Canaan, Zoe, and Keilani.

Resources & Mentions

– Todd Crews Instagram

– Palm Beach Atlantic University

– Life Church Legacy & Giving

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Hosts: Pastor Jon Schwartz & Pastor Andrea Schwartz

Release Date: November 10, 2025

Episode Summary

Each year, God gives us a prophetic word to guide Life Church into a new season of mission. In this episode, Pastor Andrea sits down with Pastor Jon to reflect on the fresh word God has spoken for 2026: GO. This is not just a word, it's a directive. Building on the journey from strengthening to reengineering to exponential growth, 2026 is the year of obedient activation. It’s about going and making disciples, locally and globally, in our homes and neighborhoods, in worship and in witness. If you’ve been sensing a shift in your spirit, this conversation will clarify what’s next and challenge you to walk in obedience to the Great Commission, right where you are.

Guest Bio

Pastors Jon and Andrea Schwartz lead Life Church with a deep commitment to transforming lives through the gospel. Jon, originally from Brooklyn, NY, combines his diverse heritage with a passion for ministry, transitioning from a career in Accounting and Finance to full-time ministry. Andrea, rooted in the Lehigh Valley, applies her expertise in psychology and school counseling as the Executive Pastor of Next Gen ministries. Together, they embody a vision of healing and wholeness through God’s word. Alongside their three daughters—Anabelle, Charlotte, and Stella—they are dedicated to making Life Church a beacon of hope and life, believing that the Word of God and the Holy Spirit are our sources of healing, hope, and love.

Resources & Mentions

1. Jon Schwartz Instagram
2. Andrea Schwartz Instagram
3. Vision Sunday Video

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Beyond the Pulpit is a podcast hosted by Life Church.

To learn more about Life Church, visit lifechurchusa.org or follow us online:

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