Swchs Encounter

Pianist, public speaker and lover of Jesus, Micahel Furchert shared his families journey through WWII Germany and life behind the Berlin Wall. Michael's family held fast to their love for Jesus and time and time again saw His faithfulness as they held closely to Jesus in the face of persecution. The music played at the start and end of the podcast is Michael's own compositions played by Michael during our Encounter service.

Dr. Johanson closed out Fall Focus with a discussion on identity, both the lies culture tells us and the truth Christ tells us.

Dr.Johanson kicked off our 2019 Fall Focus by discussing the importance and impact our family story has on our lives. Dr.Johanson shared his own story and encouraged us to take the time to listen and understand the stories of others around us.

Musician, author, father, husband and bike enthusiast Terry Esau shared about his experience putting aside personal and spiritual goals instead asking God to surprise him with God's goals and wishes. God did not disappoint!

Jason Wipf sat down with Terry Esau after Encounter to talk more about what "Surprise me, God" looks like in our day-to-day life.

Chaplain Brian Goldie sits down with Clifton Ross with some follow up questions after today's Encounter service.

SWCHS father and board member Clifton Ross shares his story, encouraging us to love neighbors by listening and knowing those around us, regardless of their cultural backgrounds.

Our own Dr.Ehresmann shared his story of God taking him beyond his comfort zone to grow deeper in Christ through missions trips to Uganda.

Chaplin Brian Goldie encouraged us to evaluate our habits and establish new rhythms to meet with God in our daily lives.

SWCHS Chaplin Brian Goldie leads a discussion on the similarities and differences between branches of Christianity with guest speakers Father Andrew Morbey (representing Christian Orthodoxy), Father Paul Haverstock (representing Roman Catholicism) and Dr. Paul Helseth (representing Protestantism).

David continued his series on bold faith with a challenge to pray big. He encourage SWCHS to view prayer not as a passive ritual but an active seeking of Jesus. More information about David's ministry of Steiger International can be found at their website: www.steiger.org.

As part of SWCHS Spiritual Life Emphasis Week, David Pierce of Steiger International began a three part series concerning True Faith in the life of Christian. The 2nd and 3rd parts will be released Wednesday and Thursday of this week.

Stacey Ingraham shared her riveting life story as a testament to the resolve Christ offers those who love Him. Her story tells of Jesus working through sorrow and joy, tragedy and triumph.