Hey Hey Anybody Listening
Thank You Building Trades
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In this episode, Chris and Jason take a moment to recognize and thank the students, teachers, and community members connected to the Building Trades program.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to engage the ear...
Graduation Season
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In this soundscaped episode, Chris and Jason reflect on their memories of commencement, moments filled with celebration, transition, uncertainty, and possibility. Through personal recollections and candid yet thoughtful conversation, they explore what it feels like to mark an ending, step into something new, and carry the lessons of community, growth, and hope into the next chapter.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of O...
Adult Forum Book Review: "Separation of Church and Hate"
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In this episode, Chris and Jason introduce the current Adult Forum book of study, Separation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang. This sharp, witty, and thought-provoking book explores how the teachings of Jesus are often misused by religious and political extremists. Fugelsang argues that Christianity, at its core, is meant to be rooted in love, mercy, humility, justice, and service—not fear, control, greed, or hat...
A Focused Church: Vision, Purpose, and What’s Next
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Otterbein United Methodist Church is poised to begin a new chapter of ministry and community outreach. In this episode, Chris and Jason explore what the future could look like for a more focused, intentional church—sharing ideas, vision, and possibilities that can help shape what comes next. This conversation is an invitation to reflect, engage, and become part of the journey as together we step forward in h...
Building Trades with McCaskey CTE Students
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In this episode Chris and Jason interview the students of McCaskey High School Building Trades program. If you would like to know more about this program, offer by the School District of Lancaster check out the link here. https://sdlancaster.org/news/building-trade-companies-aim-recruiting-efforts-at-mccaskey-cte-students/
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and J...
A Conversation with Greg Carey
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We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Greg Carey back to the pulpit this Sunday. Between his duties as Professor of New Testament and Associate Dean at Moravian University: Lancaster Theological Seminary, Dr. Carey sat down with Chris and Jason to share about his work at the Seminary and offer a preview of his upcoming sermon on the Book of Revelation.
Rev. Ch...
Shouting from the Rooftops
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In this episode, Chris and Jason talk about what it means to let a little light shine by “shouting it from the rooftops.” They share personal reflections on how this idea speaks to them and invite the congregation to join in shouting from our digital rooftop through “Hey Hey Anybody Listening”.
Members of the Otterbein United Methodist Church if you have a story y...
Season 4 Opener
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Summer is now a memory and Chris and Jason welcome you back to a new season. Returning with the Autumn air, these two take a little time to talk about the fall sermon series "Faith Meets Science" and hint at things to come for HHAL.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is...
Casual Conversation in Communication
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Sometimes you simply sit down and discuss a topic relative to the moment. In this episode Chris and Jason just happened to record it. Hope you may find some value in listening as we capture a candid conversation about the impacts of technology and modern communication.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is...
Holy Week
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In this Episode Chris and Jason talk about the drumbeat of Holy Week as we prepare for Easter.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to engage the ears and hearts, as well as, mind, bod...
Not Just Recovery, It Is REVIVE
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In this Episode Chis and Jason sit down with dual Pastor Robert (Bob) Garvey who shares his story and tells us about a new program REVIVE Ministries. The Program runs on Thursday Evening 6:30pm-8:00pm at West Willow Church Whether you are personally dealing with addiction (alcohol, drugs, food, self-destruction behavior, etc...) or have a family member or frie...
Cabin Fever!
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Spring is almost here and it's time to clear out the head from the indoors and get outside and enjoy the weather. In this episode Chris and Jason talk through a sondscape of the anticipation for brighter days ahead. Hope you will enjoy this fun and playful episode to usher in the spring!
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist...
Suffering Need Blooms to Joyful Giving
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It is amazing how our hour of need can bring us to a place of giving. In this episode, Jason sits with two friends Matt and Aaron who found themselves on the streets of Philadelphia, suffering from the elements and the infirm torpid relationships that characterize an existence without the stability of shelter and a healthy community. Fortunately, the bond between them was none of the a...
The Miracle Temporary Emergency Shelter at Tenfold
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Before Clay Street Low Barrier Shelter could open, winter had arrived and a local nonprofit organization Tenfold came together to provide the much needed shelter to accommodate our community as construction could be completed for the permanent shelter wich was able to open just after Christmas 2024. A true miracle for the individuals in need and the community who so desperately wanted to help. In this Episode Chris...
Rerelease of our most popular episode, Merry Christmas!
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Christmas time is here . . . and we would like to share with you some Christmas cheer. Jonette and Jason share some of their favorite Christmas memories and offer to you a Christmas story given from the mouths of babes. A special thanks to the Ephrata Community Church, who produced and allowed us to share this adorable telling of The Christmas Story by children in their con...
Interview with YMCA of the Roses CEO: Larry Richardson
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In this Episode Chris and Jason sit down with the YMCA of the Roses CEO Larry Richardson to discuss the YMCA's part in providing services at Lancaster cities new Low-Barrier Shelter located at Otterbein United Methodist Church on Clay ST. If you or someone you know would be interested in being part of this team who will provide the overnight care for th...
Housing and Homelessness: From the Perspective of State Representative Izzy
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State Representative, Ismail Smith-Wade-El of the 49th District sits before the congregation At OUMC and shares the work he dose in our state legislator on issues of homelessness and the current housing crisis here in Lancaster city and across the country.
https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/home/member_information/House_bio.cfm?id=1948
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor o...
Lancaster Redevelopment Authority: An Interview with Executive Director Justin Eby
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In this Episode we Learn about the Lancaster Redevelopment Authority and How the Redevelopment Fund is working to ensure that all residents of Lancaster County have a safe, affordable place to call home. Specifically, the work of Executive Director, Justin Eby and his involvement with the development of Lancaster cities new Low Barrier Shelter and the entities that are coming together to help house temporarily, the some of t...
Designing a Low Barrier Shelter: Interview with Architect, Steve Funk
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We continue our series on the Emergency Low-Barrier Shelter, now well under construction, at Otterbein United Methodist Church and the struggle for shelter, connection, and a home for our most vulnerable neighbors. Chris and Jason sit down with the man behind the design. Architect, Steve Funk from MAROTTA/MAIN Architects. Steve Walks us through his carrier and what goes into designing a space that many in our...
The Fall is Upon Us
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As we move from the long hot summer days and transition to the chilled fall evenings, in this episode Pastor Chris and Jason share a little of what's to come for the congregation at Otterbein UMC . Unpack your sweaters, get a pot of tea ready, and enjoy this Colorful introduction to the season, well . . . at least the trees will have some color. These two will get the...
Let the Construction Begin!
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We have the lease and the months of deliberations have brought us to the ground breaking. . . not only the soil beneath the foundation but, the opportunity for a congregation to discover its commitment to sharing more than just brick and mortar.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are hap...
"Reckoning with Methodism" New book by Darryl W. Stephens
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In this Episode Jason talks with Deacon Darryl Stephens about his new book Reckoning Methodism: Mission and Division in the Public Church the book is a timely appraisal of White church and society in the United States. This book seeks historical clarity, collective repentance, charismatic learning, and institutional courage as United Methodists reckon with inherited animosities, divisions, and racism. You learn more about Deacon S...
Welcoming Change
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Welcoming the new pastor at Otterbein United Methodist Church. There are a lot of changes at the facility and with the leadership at OUMC in this episode we introduce our new pastor, Rev. Chris Eden and get a chance to learn little about how he will care for and bring a new chapter to the long history of the church.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Ot...
A Sweet and Loving Farewell
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It's the end of an era at Otterbein UMC as we say good-bye to our loving pastor Jonette. It was her dream that began this Podcast and we thank her for all the episode and interviews that share the stories of the individuals whom make up our intimate Christian community. We wish you all the Love and Kindness as you move on your journey and know there is a home in our hea...
A Practice of "Joyful Ring"
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Join the OUMC Bell Choir as they prepare for a Great Joy, preforming for the congregation at Otterbein United Methodist Church.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to engage the ears and hearts, as well as, mind, body, and...
Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors
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In this Episode Jonette shares with us the Great news from the UMC World Conference and how our United Methodist Church, after many years can now fully live up to our Moto " Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors"
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These tw...
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
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in this episode Jonette shares with us the Beautiful story depicted in the 2019 illustrated book by Charlie Mackesy The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. "What do you want to be when you grow up?" asks the Mole to the Boy "Kind" says the Boy.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Ja...
Recognizing Our Sins
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Jason and Jonette share a conversation about recognizing our sins as we lead up to our forgiveness and salvation in this time of Lent.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to engage th...
In the Darkest of Tunnels
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Jason continues his conversation with Chris Eden. We can overcome our fear and find ourselves on a path to a more trusting and loving relationship with the Creator.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond...
Perceiving the Kingdom of God
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Jason sits down again with Chris Eden for a candid conversation in search of a conscious awareness for the Kingdom of God. How we might see it through the distractions of our lives around us and how when perceived, it changes our lives.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Spe...
Greg Myers: Children of God
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In this Episode Jason sits down with Rev. Greg Myers, guest pastor for OUMC and talks about his sermons and personal ministry.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to engage the ears and...
Chris Eden
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While Jonette is a way on sabbatical we have some guest pastors here at Otterbein. In this episode Jason sits down with Chris Eden for an opportunity to get to know a little about him and his ministry.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. Thes...
Jonette's Fireside chat
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Happy New Year! We start the new year in the midst of winter and we feel it's chills to the bone. Sitting near the hearth of a fireplace or simply the furness vent in the kitchen we can warm the flesh. There is a fire that warms the heart and spirit. In this episode we hear the crackle of the fire place and feel the warm words Jonette sha...
A Merry Christmas Special
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Christmas time is here . . . and we would like to share with you some Christmas cheer. Jonette and Jason share some of their favorite Christmas memories and offer to you a Christmas story given from the mouths of babes. A special thanks to the Ephrata Community Church, who produced and allowed us to share this adorable telling of The Christmas Story by children in their cong...
Serving the people with Community Meals
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The winter is cold. Thankfully many of the meals served by Lancaster Community Meals are hot and available everyday for at least breakfast and dinner. Providing, a sustainable nutrition for some of the most food-insecure individuals in our Lancaster community. Many of them are without a home or the means to provide for themselves, those who are able find that a good meal is there as they build their own sel...
Finding God Right Where God Wants You To Be
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Jonette Invites Rev. Bob Garvie UM to share a little about his journey through his calling to serve at West Willow United Methodist Church where they know him warmly as pastor Bob. Via his colorful share, we learn we can find God working in some unlikely places and discover how we don't have to change who we are, when we submit to loving Go...
Gratitude
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Happy Thanksgiving ! In this Episode Jonette and Jason talk a little about some of the things they are grateful for as we enter the holiday season.
Rev. Chris Eden is the pastor of Otterbein United Methodist Church and Jason Burgess is the Media Specialist for OUMC. These two are happy to present to the congregation and beyond, something to eng...
Prophets of Love: a conversation with Matthew R. Anderson
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The congregation at Otterbein UMC knows Leonard Cohen well from many a sermon by Dr. Rev. Jonette. In this episode discover why his message of redemptive suffering has captivated Jonette's ministry and how Mr. Cohens messages of Love are not so distant from the Apostle Paul. Jonette sits and talks with Matthew Anderson, biblical scholar and author of the book Prophets of Love: The Unlikely Kins...
“Transcend and Include” What We Keep and What We Leave Behind.
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Originally airing live and on camera as part of the UMC's national Podcast-athon. In this episode Jason and Jonette put on their best dress and speak with two members of our community about what they have shed from their young lives in their faith and what parts of their early faith have transcended them to their living faith today. Mark Stoner and our own P...
The Friends of Renacer
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Jason shares with Jonette about a mission to a children's home Hogar de Ninos Renacer meaning children's home of the reborn, located in a small village out side the capitol city of Hounduras. On his trip Jason captured a series of interviews with, not only the people responsible for this important mission but, with one of the participants and former resident of the children's hom...
