June 7, 2023
Series: Lenses
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Great poetry awakens the imagination and appeals to our emotions. Simple artistic writing and imagery can surprise us with life changing wisdom. God is the creator of all things beautiful and speaks to us through Psalms, Proverbs, and other “wisdom books.” This week, we’ll learn how to read these genres of the Bible and how can help us express ourselves to God and wisely follow Jesus.
May 28, 2023
Series: Lenses
Speaker: Alex Grahmann
What keeps the world from spiraling out of control? Laws! From the laws of nature to the laws we create, the purpose of law is to help us live well in God’s good world. As we begin our series looking at different genres of the Bible, we start where the Bible starts. God gave a specific set of laws to the Jewish people to help them live in a unique way. We’ll see how the laws God gave them encouraged freedom, not legalism, and reflected God’s concern for all areas of life! And we’ll also see how, through Jesus, we can honor the principles of those laws by loving God and loving others!
May 21, 2023
Series: Lenses
Speaker: Jason Cusick
What keeps the world from spiraling out of control? Laws! From the laws of nature to the laws we create, the purpose of law is to help us live well in God’s good world. As we begin our series looking at different genres of the Bible, we start where the Bible starts. God gave a specific set of laws to the Jewish people to help them live in a unique way. We’ll see how the laws God gave them encouraged freedom, not legalism, and reflected God’s concern for all areas of life! And we’ll also see how, through Jesus, we can honor the principles of those laws by loving God and loving others!
May 14, 2023
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Whenever we go the doctor, they check our vitals to see if we’re healthy. What are the vital signs of a healthy spiritual life? This weekend, we’ll look at four teachings of Jesus that can help us check our spiritual vitals so we can have a healthy and growing faith!
May 5, 2023
Series: Faith Under Construction
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Constructing or reconstructing our faith is not a solo project. We must connect with and rely on each other for input and encouragement. This week we’ll look at a biblical example of how people on the journey of faith can form a solid team that keeps them stay motivated, disciplined, and focused on the goal of building a strong faith.
April 30, 2023
Series: Faith Under Construction
Speaker: Jill Lewolt
The challenge of constructing or reconstructing our faith can seem daunting. We could find ourselves stuck, with no idea how to get started or keep moving. Thankfully, the process of building faith comes with a clear guide: God’s truth in the Bible. Learning to read the Bible and understand who God is through it is the ultimate way to build the kind of faith that overcomes even the most difficult challenges.
April 23, 2023
Series: Faith Under Construction
Speaker: Alex Grahmann
One of the most pivotal acts of faith construction is learning to ask great questions. Questions… read more
April 16, 2023
Series: Faith Under Construction
Speaker: Jason Cusick
What’s the best way to navigate the journey of faith? How do we best go… read more
April 9, 2023
Series: Easter 2023
Speaker: Jason Cusick
April 7, 2023
Series: Easter 2023
Speaker: Edgar Bear
April 2, 2023
Series: Make Space
Speaker: Krista Reyna
Life is not about us—it’s about Jesus’ mission of love and forgiveness. Instead of making life… read more
March 26, 2023
Series: Make Space
Speaker: Jason Cusick
We do not have endless time and energy. Building our lives around the world’s constant demands will… read more
March 19, 2023
Series: Make Space
Speaker: Jason Cusick
There are times in life when we just “hit a wall.” It could be the loss… read more
March 12, 2023
Series: Make Space
Speaker: Alex Grahmann
In our desire to move ahead in life we sometimes ignore, suppress or minimize the… read more
March 5, 2023
Series: Make Space
Speaker: Jason Cusick
What defines your identity: your performance, your possessions, your popularity… your passions? Instead of letting these… read more
February 26, 2023
Series: Friendship Essentials
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Our friendships can help us move toward God or away from God. As we finish our series on Friendship Essentials, will explore the topic of alignment. The closer our friends, the more they should help us move toward God’s great mission of love and forgiveness.
February 19, 2023
Series: Friendship Essentials
Speaker: Alex Grahmann
Every friendship will eventually face tension. Sometimes that tension will be the beginning of the end, as friendships fizzle and fade. But what if there was another option? This week we’ll look at Jesus‘ example of using the power of forgiveness to reinvigorate even the most challenging friendships.
February 12, 2023
Series: Friendship Essentials
Speaker: Jill Lewolt
Friendships should be fun and easy! At least, that is what many of us are prone to believe. But, this belief will limit our friendships when other emotions are necessary. This week we’ll look at the friendship essential of emotional connection. Learning from the Book of Proverbs and seeing examples from Jesus’ own friendships, we will discover how a deeper understanding of our own emotions can help us find better connections and more meaningful relationships with our friends.
February 5, 2023
Series: Friendship Essentials
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Many of our friendships center around shared interests; we have the same hobbies and interests or spend time together doing activities that we both enjoy. But what if our friendships had the shared value of helping each other be and become better versions of ourselves? This week, we’ll look at the friendship essential of mutual growth. Coming from the great wisdom of the Book of Proverbs, Jesus shows us how we can embrace God’s good plan for personal growth and invite our friends to speak into our lives!
January 29, 2023
Series: Friendship Essentials
Speaker: Jason Cusick
Recent studies have revealed a growing epidemic in the realm of friendships: people are reporting having fewer friends or even no friends and feeling less satisfied with the friendships they do have. Is there anything we can do to reverse this trend? A great place to start would be to realize that Jesus called his followers his “friends” and lived a life defined by great friendships. As a Jewish man in first century Palestine, we know he would have read the Bible book of Proverbs, a collection of time-tested wisdom, which includes powerful insights on friendship. During this five-week series, we’ll see how the Proverbs Jesus loved can help us improve our ability to give and receive friendship, and how we can be counted among Jesus’ friends.
JAY R.
Jay R. lives and serves in India with Bible Believing Churches and Missions and REAP INTL, where he brings mentorship and leadership to support the growth of indigenous, reproducing churches across India and South Asia. His work focuses on training, deploying, and mentoring movement leaders who are passionate about seeing the Gospel take root in their communities. In addition to directing a missional church, Jay also leads a network of 60 training institutions that provide accredited theological and missiological education to equip the next generation of church leaders.
JONATHAN & SUZANNE WRIGHT
Jonathan and Suzanne Wrights serve across Europe and surrounding regions with World in Need International, a mission focused on discipleship and indigenous church planting. When the refugee crisis escalated in 2014, they were ready to respond—stepping into evangelism and long-term discipleship among displaced communities. Today, they’re investing in first-generation church leaders and helping develop new churches, while continuing to see their ministry grow in strategic and unexpected ways that are advancing the Gospel far beyond what they imagined.
DAVE & SANDY WHITE
After 40 years serving in the Philippines, Dave and Sandy White have transitioned back to the U.S.—but their work hasn’t slowed down. They now serve virtually, continuing to coach and multiply Filipino trainers who are helping plant churches nationwide. Their efforts include producing culturally relevant training materials and supporting a growing movement to see faith communities established throughout the Philippines.
JAMIE T
Jamie T. serves in some of the hardest-hit areas of the world—places recovering from natural disasters, conflict, and instability. Despite the challenges of frequent relocation due to visa restrictions, she continues to follow where she’s called, bringing hope and care to those in need.
Her work focuses on women’s ministry, church planting, and offering creative outlets through English, music, and art classes. Through each of these, Jamie creates space for healing, connection, and a deeper understanding of God’s love.
MATT & JESS S.
Matt and Jess serve in a small UK town with a large Pakistani-Muslim population, building friendships and offering support to those who’ve come from all over the world. Jess, who grew up at Journey of Faith, volunteers as a chaplain at the local foodbank, supports refugee families, and runs an intercultural coaching business that helps people connect across cultures with care and understanding.
Matt leads the Mobilisation Team at Frontiers UK, helping others explore cross-cultural missions. He also hosts the Raw Mission podcast, where he shares real stories from the field—heard by thousands of listeners across the globe.
M & L
Serving in the Middle East, M. and L. are passionate about reaching people who’ve never heard about Jesus. Through their mission organization, they help send and train new church planters to serve in unreached areas.
M. works as an Associate Director, equipping refugees with the tools they need to start faith communities of their own. Together, M. and L. care deeply for the refugee population in their neighborhood—helping families find stability, get kids into school, and experience the hope found in Jesus.
PAUL & HOLLY ZWIERZYNSKI
Paul and Holly Zwierzynski serve at the JAARS Center in Waxhaw, North Carolina, where they support Bible translation efforts around the world. Paul specializes in solar power and computer networking. He helps missionaries use low-power computers in remote areas and sets up reliable internet connections using tools like satellite and radio links. His work has supported over 180 field sites, allowing translation teams to collaborate across long distances. Holly works in the translation office as a project assistant. She helps develop Old Testament translation guides and reference materials used by Bible translators worldwide. Before moving to North Carolina, Paul and Holly served in Cameroon, where their passion for this work first began.
JERRY & BETH TUCKER
Jerry and Beth help prepare new missionaries for the field by leading orientation, providing training, building teams, and offering mentorship during the first year of overseas service. They serve with Wycliffe, a Bible translation organization, and bring years of experience to this important work. Their work began in 1995 in the Philippines, where they served as dorm parents and teachers. Both Jerry and Beth grew up at Journey of Faith, and the church has been supporting their ministry for 30 years. They remain committed to serving for many years to come.
TOM SHECK
Tom serves as the South Bay Director for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. His goal is to see lives changed through the influence of athletes and coaches on middle school and high school campuses. FCA focuses on values like integrity, serving, teamwork, and excellence. The ministry equips students and coaches to grow in their faith and lead others by starting small group gatherings on campus, known as “Huddles.” These groups become places of encouragement, leadership, and spiritual growth within the school community.
CODY & LEXI SCRIVENS
Cody and Lexie are serving in Ireland, partnering with a local church to build relationships and share the message of Jesus. Their work takes place in a culture shaped by both deep religious tradition and growing secularism. Navigating this tension is challenging, especially in light of Ireland’s complex religious history, but they remain committed to reaching people who often feel distant from faith.
BRYAN & JACINDA MARTIN
The Martin family is planting churches in the Philippines through World Team. One of the key ways they serve is by caring for creation. They work with vulnerable communities that are struggling as natural resources become scarce. By teaching sustainable practices for managing the environment, they help meet practical needs while also creating space to share about God’s design for humanity and introduce people to the Creator.
BARBARA LEE
Barbara supports missionary families by helping their children access quality education and navigate the many transitions that come with cross-cultural life. She currently leads the Indonesia MK (Missionary Kid) Care and Education Team, providing guidance, resources, and support for families across the region. In late 2025, she will join the U.S.-based MK Care and Education Team, where she will train new missionaries, equip education consultants, offer academic testing, and provide personalized educational help for families preparing to serve.
K & L
L and K are working to start churches among ten large, unreached, and unengaged people groups in Southeast Asia. They also lead a growing team that has expanded from 11 to 22 units since the pandemic, increasing their reach and impact in the region.
TIM & ERICKA HARRIS
Tim and Ericka Harris understand the preparation, training, and lifelong commitment it takes to serve in missions. Their work has included cross-cultural ministry throughout Latin America, including eight years living and serving in Costa Rica with their family. Out of a desire to support those serving in demanding ministry roles, they provide pastoral care to missionaries, pastors, and ministry leaders around the world. Through their R.E.S.T. initiative—Retreat, Encouragement, Safety, and Transformation—they offer spaces for leaders on every major continent to step away, recharge, and return to their work with renewed strength and clarity.
MARK & BRENDA HALL
Mark and Brenda Hall moved to Guadalajara, Mexico, in 2018, where Mark now serves as a teaching pastor at English Fellowship. The church brings together people from different cultures, backgrounds, and denominations, serving both international residents and Mexican nationals living in the city for work. Although their focus is now in Mexico, they remain connected to their previous work in Guatemala, where they spent 18 years investing in the lives of young people. Their move to Guadalajara opens new doors to build relationships, support the local community, and share the message of Jesus in meaningful and relevant ways.
RICH FRAZER
The Fraziers serve with an organization called SOS, which stands for Spiritual Overseers Service International. Rick serves as the president and helps lead the organization’s three core objectives. The first is evangelism, which focuses on spreading the message of Jesus. The second is discipleship, aimed at strengthening the global Church. And the third is compassion, which means meeting the physical and spiritual needs of fellow believers. The Fraziers train Christian leaders and partner with Tabernacle Ministries in Nepal and North India. Through this work, SOS is mentoring more than 100 leaders who are reaching urban migrants with God’s love.
MARK & LISA DENEUI
Mark is a Bible teacher focused on the New Testament who trains church leaders and church planters in French-speaking Europe. Lisa teaches English as a Foreign Language and French, using her skills to build relationships and serve the local community while sharing her faith. Together, Mark and Lisa serve with a network of church plants in the city of Strasbourg. They are committed to making Christ’s love known by partnering with the local French church to love their neighbors, share the gospel, and disciple new believers.
D & J
D and J are building relationships with an unreached people group in Southeast Asia. They hope to see a new community of believers grow through intentional disciple-making and personal connection.
JOSEPH BRADFORD IV
Joseph launched his nonprofit, B.A.R.E. Truth, Inc., in 2018 to serve individuals and families in Los Angeles facing homelessness, food insecurity, and other critical needs. Through mentorship, independent living support, housing assistance, and wellness services, Joseph and his team help people move toward healthier, purpose-filled lives. They also host weekly feeding events on Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles. B.A.R.E. stands for Balance, Ambition, Respect, and Encouragement.
BILL ANKERBERG
Bill leads a missions movement in the Nordic-Baltic region, focusing especially on Estonia, where fewer than 2% of people identify as Christian. His work includes supporting church planters, developing local leaders, strengthening compassion ministries, and mentoring pastors and missionaries across both the Baltics and Scandinavia. This ministry began in 2008 and continues to grow in reach and impact.
PAT & BETH ANDREWS
Pat serves with Seed Company, a subsidiary of Wycliffe Bible Translators, as Director of Field Projects for the Pacific Region and as a Translation Consultant. He helps oversee translation work in more than 60 languages, coordinating efforts across 11 organizations and 28 internships. Many of Pat’s teams are based in remote island communities, which often presents communication and travel challenges. Even so, Pat makes it a priority to visit his project teams and interns each year.
DENNIS & DENISE AHERN
Since 1992, the Aherns have provided counseling and care to missionaries in more than forty countries. They have a deep understanding of the unique needs, challenges, and opportunities that come with full-time ministry. Their commitment to supporting ministry workers led them to open a retreat center in Washington state called Selah Glen, where they host and lead pastoral care retreats. Through this work, the Aherns can care for those who spend their lives caring for others.
MIGUEL & MARIA ADAME
Pastor Miguel leads a growing church in Mexicali, Mexico, where he and his family have been serving the community since 2013. Their church runs weekly Bible studies, and monthly outreach events, and provides a steady, welcoming presence in the neighborhood. In 2024, they opened a free private Christian elementary school that supports students with special needs or who are considered at-risk. Journey of Faith has partnered with this ministry through more than a dozen short-term mission trips.
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