In this powerful episode of the Shepnaz Podcast, host Joe sits down with Fran and Pastor Kevin Angel to explore the heart and purpose behind the upcoming Prayer Summit at the Gahanna campus on Saturday, October 25th from 9 a.m. to noon.

Discover what really happens at a prayer summit (hint: it’s not just three hours of silent prayer), how prayer fuels every ministry at Shepherd, and why corporate prayer is essential for igniting spiritual fire in the church. From donuts and devotionals to Fran’s deeply personal testimony of praying for her husband’s salvation for over 30 years, this episode is a beautiful reminder of the power of persistent prayer and the presence of God in community.🙏 Want to be part of the prayer team or submit a prayer request? Email us at podcast@shepnaz.org
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Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to the Shepnaz Podcast00:25 - Meet Fran and Pastor Kevin Angel01:23 - What is the Prayer Summit?02:24 - Speakers and Topics: Mystery & History of Prayer03:48 - How to Sign Up (and get a donut!)04:43 - Sunday Prayer Ministry Overview06:21 - Prayer Room and Post-Service Prayer07:36 - Weekly Morning Prayer Opportunities09:00 - Ignite: Monthly Corporate Prayer10:49 - Why Corporate Prayer Matters12:31 - Bearing One Another’s Burdens14:03 - Prayer Requests from Basketball Signups15:38 - QR Codes and Prayer Cards16:28 - Confidential Prayer Requests17:12 - Fran’s Personal Prayer Practices19:26 - Testimony: Praying for Her Husband’s Salvation21:07 - The Power of Persistence in Prayer22:10 - Final Encouragement and Wrap-Up22:48 - Connect with Us & Closing

What does the altar really mean in today’s church? In this powerful Worship Wednesday edition of the Shepnaz Podcast, Pastors Zack, Noah, and Joe dive deep into the biblical and spiritual significance of the altar—from Genesis to Romans 12—and how it continues to be a place of surrender, renewal, and transformation.

Whether you're new to church or a lifelong believer, this episode will challenge your perspective on worship, sacrifice, and what it means to truly encounter God. Discover how stepping out of your comfort zone and approaching the altar—physically or spiritually—can be a life-changing act of faith.

🙏 Join the conversation: What does the altar mean to you? Have you ever had a powerful moment at the altar? Share your story in the comments!

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Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome & Episode Intro00:32 - What is an Altar?01:36 - Altar Calls Explained02:09 - Physical Altars in Different Churches03:00 - Romans 12:1 and Living Sacrifice04:08 - Worship Beyond Music04:32 - Abraham & Isaac: First Mention of Worship05:11 - Sacrifice and Obedience05:44 - Old vs. New Testament Worship06:35 - Jesus as the Ultimate Sacrifice06:57 - The Altar as a Place of Encounter07:37 - Encouragement to Approach the Altar08:14 - Leaving Comfort Zones for God09:17 - Desperation and Faith10:12 - Breaking Church Norms11:09 - Sensory Experience of Worship12:04 - Hunger for More of God12:38 - Memorials and Generational Impact13:07 - Steve Camp’s Bold Altar Call14:15 - Standing in Faith15:42 - The Altar as a Place of Support16:28 - Renewal and Restoration17:52 - Stop Worrying About Judgment18:20 - Church as a Place for Broken People19:14 - Call to Authentic Worship20:10 - Physical Limitations & Worship21:00 - Response Time Stories21:24 - Final Encouragement & Outro

In this powerful continuation of our conversation with Pastor Kevin Angel, we dive deeper into the message Nurturing the Call of God. If you've ever wondered whether God is calling you into ministry—or into something more—this episode is for you.

Pastor Kevin shares personal stories of wrestling with the call, the importance of spiritual mentors like Eli, and how confirmation often comes through community and persistence. From biblical examples like Samuel, Moses, and Peter to real-life testimonies from our own congregation, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that God often chooses the unlikely to do extraordinary things.

Whether you're sensing a call or know someone who is, this episode will encourage you to listen, affirm, and respond. Don't miss the story of Austin Presley and how the church walks alongside those answering God's call.👉 Comment below if you've ever felt God nudging you toward something new.
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Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome & Recap of Part 100:37 - When the Call is Real01:24 - Wrestling with the Voice of God02:20 - Signs of a True Calling03:15 - Excuses vs. Obedience04:11 - Encouraging Others in Their Call05:10 - Mentorship and Confirmation06:26 - Austin Presley’s Story07:18 - Overcoming Personal Limitations08:09 - God’s Power in Our Weakness09:01 - Affirming the Next Generation10:01 - The Need for New Pastors11:08 - God Uses the Unlikely12:15 - Biblical Examples of Calling13:03 - God’s Joy in Partnership14:32 - Saying Yes as Worship15:04 - God’s Faithfulness Through Trials16:05 - Returning to the Moment of Calling17:09 - Dark Seasons & God's Sustaining Grace18:31 - Is God Calling You?19:31 - What to Do if You Feel Called20:39 - Steps in the Nazarene Tradition21:19 - Final Encouragement & Action Points21:58 - Closing & Contact Info