Faith Talks with Jason and Nick

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

December 10, 2025 17 mins

Grab a coffee and join us as we sit down with Jerry Mull to talk about his faith journeys.

If you have any questions or want to share your own journey, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.

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Grab a coffee and join us as we sit down with Kalina Scarborough and Trish Marler to talk about their faith journeys.

If you have any questions or want to share your own journey, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.

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October 1, 2025 20 mins

Sit down with us as we talk with our Family Life Center Director, Les Perault, about his faith walk.


If you have any questions, topics you’d like us to cover, or want to join us, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com

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October 1, 2025 22 mins

Grab a seat as we sit down with the District Superintendent, Sterling Boykin, to hear about his journey through faith and beyond.


Join us or have any questions/topics you would like us to cover, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com

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October 1, 2025 20 mins

Grab a coffee as we sit down with Donna Shuman as she talks about her faith journey.


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!

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September 30, 2025 20 mins

Yes, you’re reading the title right! In this episode, we’re sharing our own life journey with you. So grab a seat and enjoy as you get to know the hosts of Faith Talks with Jason and Nick.


If you have any questions or want to join us, email us at faithtalksozark@gmail.com.

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August 27, 2025 25 mins

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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August 24, 2025 18 mins

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!

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August 12, 2025 17 mins

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!

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August 7, 2025 20 mins

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.

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July 22, 2025 24 mins

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...

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July 15, 2025 16 mins

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.

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July 8, 2025 19 mins

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

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July 1, 2025 17 mins

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...

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June 24, 2025 17 mins

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.

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June 17, 2025 29 mins

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.

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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!

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June 3, 2025 16 mins

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.

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May 27, 2025 54 mins

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.

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May 20, 2025 17 mins

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

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