Faith Talks with Jason and Nick
Welcome to Faith Talks — where real conversations about faith, mission, and the Church come to life. Hosts Dr. Jason Thrower and Nick Cummings chat with pastors, missionaries, and everyday believers from the UMC and beyond. From personal stories to big questions about living out faith today, this podcast is honest, hopeful, and relatable. Whether you're all-in or just exploring, there's a place for you here. New episodes weekly — grab a coffee and join the conversation.
Episodes
Have a seat with us as we sit down with Ozark City Police Chief and Director of Public Safety, Charles Ward. We talk about his faith, his life, and his many years of service in law enforcement. We hope you enjoy this conversation.
Interestingly, after recording this podcast, that very evening he was elected as the new Mayor of Ozark.
If you’d like to join us on the show or have questions, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
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Grab your favorite drink and join us as we sit down with Lloyd Pickerel, one of our amazing graduates. He opens up about his faith journey and shares his plans for college.
Have a question you’d like us to cover, or want to share your own story on the podcast? Email us at faithtalkozark@gmail.com — we’d love to hear from you!
Grab a coffee as we sit down with Caitlyn Cummings (yes, Nick's wife) as she talks about her faith journey, how Jesus is her homie, and the process of becoming a lay speaker.
If you have any questions or want to talk about your own journey, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
P.S. You don’t have to be a member to come on the show!
Grab a seat as we sit down with Bishop Lawson Bryan to hear about his journey through faith and beyond. We'll also discuss the upcoming revival happening August 10, 11, and 12.
If you have any questions or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Grab a coffee, tea, or however you enjoy your podcast, as we sit down with Sahara Moreno, one of our recent high school graduates. We talk about her faith journey and her plans for a career after college.
You can now listen to the podcast on our church website: https://firstozarkumc.org/
If you would like to be on the show with Jason and Nick or have a topic you'd like us to cover, let us know, we’d love to hear from you! Email u...
This week, we’re excited to feature Holly Newman, Children and Youth Director, as she shares about this year’s VBS, the youth 30-hour event, and her personal journey of faith.
Philippians 1:6 reminds us that God is always at work in us through the unique gifts He’s given.
Have a topic you're curious about or want to share a different perspective? Reach out to us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Join us as we sit down with Bill Huff. Talking about his faith jurney and his singing. With Philippians 1:6 in mind as a reminder that God is always at work in us through many different talents.
Want to join us with or have any topics you are curious about, or what a different opinion on. faithtalksozark@gmail.com
Grab a seat as we talk with Alisha Eastman!
Director of the Kingsley Christian Learning Center.
We’ll explore the mission behind the center, what’s happening over at Kingsley Christian Learning Center, and Alisha’s personal faith journey, with Philippians 1:6 in mind as a reminder that God is always at work in us.
As always, if you have any questions or would like to share your thoughts on faith, feel free to email us at f...
Grab a seat as we talk with Dwight Tew!
A veteran and former football coach.
We’ll explore his faith journey as both a veteran and coach, reference Philippians 1:6, and touch on many other topics.
As always, if you have any questions or would like to share your thoughts on faith, feel free to email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Grab a seat as we talk with Mackie Jordon!
We’ll explore her faith journey, reference Philippians 1:6, and touch on many other topics—including my usual overthinking. But don’t worry, we make it through it all together.
As always, if you have any questions or would like to share your thoughts on faith, feel free to email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Sit down with us as we talk about whether or not Jesus had brothers or sisters. Thank you, Susan Judah, for the question! Then, we dive into the topic of Pentecost, what it is, and why it matters.
If you enjoy these topics and have a question or topic you'd like us to cover, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com. Like, share, follow, and tell a friend about us!
Sit down with us as we talk with Susan Judah from the Council on Ministries. We’ll discuss how the Council supports the community through a variety of missions.
If you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Grab a drink and maybe a tissue as we sit down with Colonel Bob Bunting. He shares what Memorial Day truly means, how he got into the military, and his experience serving in Vietnam.
A special thank you to the United States Marine Corps Band for the beautiful performance of "Taps."
If you have any questions or topics you'd like us to discuss, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.
Join us for a conversation with Holly Newman, our Director of Children and Youth Ministry!
We’re diving into what our kids are up to this summer—from fun activities to how our youth are taking on a summer fast inspired by Moses... well, their version of it!
Got questions or something you'd love us to discuss?
Reach out at faithtalksozark@gmail.com
Ever wished a fairy godmother could lend you the perfect dress?
Sit down with us as we chat with Melissa Perault about Bless Dress — the magical mission helping women sparkle at special events they might otherwise miss.
If you have any questions or topics you would like us to talk about. Email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com
Sit down with us as we talk with Susan Wright on Souper Day, discussing how food has helped and impacted both those receiving it and those preparing it.
If you have any questions or topics you would like us to talk about. Email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com
Sit down with us as we talk with Angie Adams with the Grief Support Group and John Cawley, the Dale County Coroner and Funeral Director at Fuqua Bankston Funeral Home, as they share their insights on grief, loss, and how they support families in our community during some of life’s most difficult moments.
If you have any questions or topics you would like us to talk about. Email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com
Sit down with us as we talk with our Family Life Center Director, Les Perault, and talk about the sport he offers to the community.
Registration for Soccer is Monday, May 5, Wednesday, May 7, and Thursday, May 8, 2025, in the Family Life Center, FUMC Ozark.
If you have any questions or topics you would like us to talk about. Email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com
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