The Newbold Podcast
Created by Newboldians, talking ministry, culture, and lifestyle
The Newbold Podcast
This is The Newbold Podcast, created by Newboldians, talking ministry, culture, and lifestyle. You may be looking for advice as you consider a career in ministry, or you might be having one of “those days” and in need of an audio pick-me-up with some happy news from around the world. Perhaps you’re looking for lifestyle tips and inspiration through meaningful conversations and powerful personal testimonies, or you’re simply trying to find a way to disconnect from the hectics of every day life through the power of the podcast. If this intrigues you, look no further.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 13
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
On the last episode of the season, Troy and Felicity reflect on their own personal, key learnings after a year of adversity across the board. We hope some of them may resonate with you and hope that your learnings will continue to empower your tomorrow.
Thanks for tuning in!
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 12
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
We are delighted to share that this week’s Happy Hour features a special guest, Newbold’s very own Serena Santona! Serena is the Academic Registrar at the College and is integral from the start to the end of each and every student’s individual journey.
This week, Troy and Serena talk about the experience of working from home and mental health throughout the pandemic, Troy throws some tricky that or this questions Serena’s way, we hear a positive story centred around Ron Clark who transforms the way education is delivered (the methods are dynamite!) and finally, they visit the land of wanderlust as discuss where they’d visit as soon as lockdown restrictions are lifted.
Enjoy, it’s a corker.
Inspiration4Ministry – Tom Stone
This week marks the last Inspiration4Ministry episode of the semester, we hope you have enjoyed our weekly episodes and don’t forget you’re welcome to replay them any time at your leisure.
The last episode of the season features Newbold Alumnus, Tom Stone. Currently a Head of Department and teacher of Religious Studies, Tom talks us through his journey from theological student to teacher, what it’s like to be a Religious Studies Teacher, the overlaps between pastor and teacher, his notion behind redefining what it means to be a pastor in ministry and his new book, out in just a few months’ time.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 11
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
This week Troy and Felicity speak in-depth on the entertainment industry and how entertainment consumerism has had to adapt in the last year in response to the pandemic.
Inspiration4Ministry – Adam Ramdin
This week Danilo takes a virtual seat with Adam Ramdin, Youth Director at the North England Conference.
We hear how Adam has sought ways to keep the community spiritually engaged during a year full of uncertainty and challenge, transitioning all in-person events in the calendar to online, and the traits that come with keeping calm and carrying on.
“When you find a job you’re called to do, ultimately you enjoy it.” Adam shares his thoughts and inspiration behind joining the ministry and the pleasures that come with a role like a pastor, working in a spiritual realm that has an eternal outcome.
With the good comes the tough, and he gives reassuring and important advice for those that hit a wall at points in their career, as well as sharing the significance of having a mentor – regardless of whether it’s in a fully official capacity.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 10
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
Despite the slight lift in restrictions, our hosts find themselves still living a bit of a lockdown life and talk about adjusting. After another tough that or this, Troy looks at the story of a wedding that takes twins and turns you’d never expect, whilst Felicity discovers a new programme that the English National Opera offer for those living with the challenging symptoms of Long COVID.
Inspiration4Ministry – Paul King-Brown
Many of us will recognise the name and the voice of pastor, author, keynote speaker and divorce coach, Paul King-Brown, now immersed in a new project: The Hub in Watford.
In this week’s episode, we learn about Paul’s empowering published book “Picking up the Pieces: from Brokenness to Breakthrough”, we also hear how his Church has risen to the challenges that COVID-19 has presented and actually thrived – becoming more intertwined as a community and support collective.
Paul guides us through his experience and philosophy on ministry and what makes it rewarding for him through a vast range of extraordinary life stories and testimonials. He also shares the tough side – spiritual warfare that can create obstacles in front of objectives.
“There is light in the tunnel depending on where you look, and light at the end of the tunnel. The beautiful thing about ministry is that despite the fight, God won’t let it die.”
You don’t want to miss this! Tune in now.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 9
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
This week we talk city breaks vs beach breaks as we draw closer to international travel post-lockdown, a travel-related that or this with Troy and Fliss, a story where spider-monkeys are the ultimate hero and another where a chef goes above and beyond to make a special lady’s day.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 8
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
Episode 8’s that or this centres around the culinary delight that is the taco, Troy’s positive news revolves around the power of music between neighbours and Felicity looks at ways at which we can reflect upon the lockdown anniversary, and coping mechanisms moving forward.
Inspiration4Ministry – Wayne Erasmus
Danilo engages in a profound conversation with Wayne Erasmus, Church Growth and Adventist Mission Coordinator in the South England Conference.
From sharing insight into his current DMin focus on the dynamics of diversity within a changing UK context to the losses and gains impacted by COVID-19, Wayne delves deeply into personal and spiritual working experiences since working as a pastor in 1997.
We hear his thoughts on what pastoral ministry means, his advice for those that face challenge along the way, how learning from others presents new perspective, and how the Damascus road calling isn’t something everyone experiences – and that’s just fine.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 7
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
This week on Newbold Happy Hour, Felicity is challenged to another that or this (a real toughie), we reveal what may just be the greatest show ever created on global television, and consider what’s ahead with an amazing futuristic project based in Oslo, Norway.
Inspiration4Ministry – Lászlo Szabó
A pastor, a lecturer, a mission worker (and that’s only a start), Lászlo Szabó has experienced ministry across a vast spectrum both locally and internationally.
The Associate Professor of Mission and Intercultural Studies at Friedensau Adventist University, and Director at the Arthur Daniells Institute of Mission Studies, Lászlo emphasises the importance of theological studies as a firm foundation into the world of ministry, the significance of training and how COVID-19 has made it more accessible and the magnitude of being led by God through this life journey and profession.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 6
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
This week we look at an adrenaline-fuelled that or this, an act of kindness centred around a bad hair day (we then share bad hair tales), and we highlight two women who are changing the world in their little corner of it.
Inspiration4Ministry – Marcos Torres
We are so excited to share that this week’s Inspiration4Ministry guest is none other than Pastor Marcos Torres.
A US Army veteran and Theology graduate from Southern, we dive into Marcos’s story that starts in New Jersey and lands in Australia where he now resides – changing lives as a devoted Pastor.
Expect real talk on ministry, discover what inspired him to launch his current project – planting a Church, take inspiration from his thoughts on the benefits of becoming a pastor, explore his biggest lessons so far.
A pastor, an author, and a podcaster speaking his truth – this episode is a corker.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 5
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts, or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
On this week’s episode we talk time-travel in that or this, we take inspiration from the oldest graduate in the world and look at the positive impacts of the pandemic through ‘togetherness’.
Inspiration4Ministry – Jacques Venter
Danilo sits down with Jacques Venter, Associate Executive Secretary at the British Union Conference.
Jacques shares his key advice and personal learnings in his ministerial career spanning 20 years, starting from an intern position in South Africa.
We hear about really feeling the calling from God to entering ministry, to learning about the realities of cycles in pastoral ministry – the mistakes, the relationships, the things that bring the most joy, the guidance.
In this powerful episode we’ll also discover what Jacques believes is the most important aspect of ministry.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 4
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts, or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
Following the roadmap out of lockdown announcement, this week’s episode is a wellbeing special full of tips and thoughts on how to overcome lockdown fatigue – something we all know too well.
Inspiration4Ministry – Anne-May Müller
Danilo speaks with Anne-May Müller, Pastor at the Cafe Church, Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Copenhagen, and Family Ministries Director at the Danish Union.
Anne-May offers insight into her spiritual journey fuelled by God’s calling since the mere age of 18, the ways in which her church remains relevant today, the response to the pandemic and the realities of being a female in the world of ministry.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 3
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
On this week’s Happy Hour: we laugh – a lot. As well as laughing, we also talk half marathon training, hanger, tiredness, a charitable rowing extravaganza, and a life-enhancing musical project launched all in the name of mental wellbeing.
Inspiration4Ministry – Max Mckenzie-Cook
This week, Danilo catches up with Newboldian Max Mckenzie-Cook (Director of Community, Diversity and Prison Ministries, South England Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church). From law to pastoral ministry (and with an MBA on the way), Max shares his story about how the shift from one career path to another stems from his personal desire to feel a sense of belonging.
We look at his pastoral training journey, the key tools Newbold provided him with when studying Theology, and Max reminds us that we don’t need a Damascus Road experience for a calling – that still, small voice or the quiet pull can absolutely be your firm confirmation that ministry is your calling.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 2
On this week’s Happy Hour: we look at an inspiring story featuring a young lad and a sack of potatoes, the ultimate happiness project-turned-record, and pay a fleeting visit to wanderlust land.
Inspiration4Ministry – Lidija Djordjevic Runic
Welcome to Inspiration4Ministry! Whether you’re undertaking ministerial training, considering a pastoral career or even if you’re sitting on the fence and looking at your options but want to learn more, this is the programme for you!
This week, Danilo takes a virtual seat with Lidija Djordjevic Runic, Pastor of the Central Belgrade church and Lecturer at the Belgrade Theological Seminary. The first senior female Pastor in Serbia, Lidija shares her journey in ministry from walking with people through the ups and the downs, to the importance of mentors throughout your career path. Lidija also offers insight into two small groups that she is a part of, that have been a great blessing in her life.
One big take away from this week’s episode: when times are challenging or you’re facing adversity – remember the miracles you have experienced or currently have in your life.
Newbold Happy Hour – Episode 1
At times, the world can seem a little bleak – but is that our entire reality? Newbold Happy Hour looks beyond the headlines and shares uplifting news, facts or quotes from around the globe to ensure you get your positive fix.
In our first episode, we talk plant-based power, unexpected gestures of kindness and that eternal fight between sweet and savoury.
Inspiration4Ministry – Patrick Johnson
Welcome to the first episode of Inspiration4Ministry! Whether you’re undertaking ministerial training, considering a pastoral career or even if you’re sitting on the fence and looking at your options but want to learn more, this new programme is for you! Episode 1 sees Danilo Puskas in conversation with Patrick Johnson, Ministerial Association Secretary and Discipleship Director at the Trans-European Division. From an adrenaline-charged career in healthcare as a nurse, to an equally fulfilling profession in ministry, Patrick is no stranger to roles with impact. Together, we delve into his professional journey that includes sharing insights into the composition of his noteworthy thesis on disabilities – and along the way, we find ourselves reassured that it’s never too late to realise and accomplish our calling.
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