Healing the City
So often, we find ourselves sitting next to people in church—people with fascinating stories and incredible expertise—and yet we miss the chance to truly know them. What if we slowed down and took the time to hear how each of us spends our days, how we wrestle with life, and how God is working in our stories? Join us as we journey into the lives of everyday folks from The Village Church here in Tucson, Arizona. These are people just like you, who are willing to open up and share their lives. Through honest conversations, we’ll tackle big ideas and practical ways to engage our communities, helping one another see what it looks like to live out our faith in tangible ways. We’ll explore topics like race, disability, advocacy, and faith, inviting guests to share their unique perspectives and skills. Together, we’ll look for ways to use what we’ve been given to connect, serve, and ultimately bring healing to our city.
Episodes
In this Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric interviews Tom Caylor about growing up as a missionary kid, his years in boarding school, and the moments that shaped him along the way. Tom shares how he met Kelley, his wife, and how music, especially playing piano, has been part of his story. The conversation is honest and grounded, moving from memory to meaning without getting stuck in nostalgia. Tom also reflects on w...
This episode introduces the NT Wright Storybook Bible as the foundation for The Village’s kids curriculum and offers guidance for teachers working with ages three to eight. We talk about why we chose a simpler, text-faithful approach, how to lead Bible time without forcing a single moral, and what it looks like to invite curiosity, questions, and wonder in young hearts. The conversation also covers practical rhythms, ...
Kelly Yepez is a lifelong Tucsonan who quite literally grew up at The Village Church, with some of her earliest memories rooted in the old spaces where kids would run and play after service. Now 25, Kelly brings a thoughtful way of seeing the world, shaped by self-awareness, family insight, and a love for simple, practical creativity. She carries that same posture into ministry, especially in Kids Matins and Kids Vesp...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, the pastors sit down once again to talk about tithing and generosity. The conversation shifts from simply asking what we are called to give, to also asking what we are called to keep. Along the way, they explore what it looks like to carry the burdens of our brothers and sisters in Christ, and how intentional support of a local church can strengthen an entire community....
In this Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric, Pastor Daniel, and Pastor Mark sit down to talk about tithing and giving. They practice the discipline of having an honest conversation about generosity, what it looks like for a community to be generous, and how their own experiences with giving have shaped them over the years. They reflect on how they understand generosity now, how they live it out, and what God may be ...
In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric and Corey Gilchrist take on Netflix’s number one movie of all time, K-Pop Demon Hunters. The two explore why this animated adventure has captured so much attention and what it reveals about our culture’s struggle with shame, perfection, and identity.
They talk about how the film’s mix of humor, action, and heartfelt storytelling mirrors the tension many young...
In this Healing the City episode, Pastors Susan and Eric sit down with Rod Hugen to remember the early days of planting The Village Church in Tucson. Episode six of The Chronicles of Rod returns to the Seneca house and the backyard Shed, our makeshift office for years. Stories tumble out: laughter, small risks, quiet prayers, and the ordinary work that shaped a community. It’s warm, honest, and wonderfully human.
In this episode of Healing The City, Sue and Eric talk about life at The Village, share updates on the upcoming Festival, give a progress report on the book project, and discuss the latest insights from the Follower Quiz.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of ...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Mark and Pastor Eric sit down to talk about what it actually means to belong. They explore how the Village understands membership, not as signing a line or joining a club, but as stepping into responsibility, stability, and shared life.
Drawing from the Village’s neo-monastic approach, they reflect on how true belonging always demands something of us: showing up,...
In this episode of the Healing the City Podcast, Pastor Eric sits down with Rod Hugen for another installment of The Chronicles of Rod. Together they reflect on the early days, when both played significant roles in closing down churches—an experience that eventually led them to plant a church side by side.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the comple...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast—titled How Change Happens—Pastor Eric reads an essay; a combination of three shorter ones he previously sent to his leaders.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each epi...
In this episode of Healing the City podcast, Rod and Eric continue their conversation about 25 years of the Village Church; they reflect on what they've learned along the way. This particular episode is titled Experiencing God; Rod chats about his extraordinary experiences, and how he helps people who haven't had similar encounters.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekl...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric sits down with Pastor Rod for another installment in their new series, The Chronicles of Rod. This conversation focuses on the theme of healing. Together, Rod and Eric reflect on stories of healing they’ve witnessed over the years—physical, emotional, and spiritual. They also explore their encounters with demonic forces, Rod’s gift of discerning spirits, an...
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in our cities.
With a holistic approach to healing, the podcast explores a wide...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric launches a new series titled The Chronicles of Rod. Pastor Rod and Eric have served side by side for 25 years. Nearly three years into retirement, Rod returns to reflect on the journey. Eric sits down with his longtime friend and mentor to gather the wisdom Rod has carried—capturing stories and insights for the next generation. This first episode is called ...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric continues his conversation with Bob Lefevre. They talk about Bob’s experience cooking for the Village, how much he enjoys it, and what he’s learned about preparing meals for large groups. The conversation also turns to music—specifically Bob’s deep love for worship. They close by reflecting on Bob’s steady posture of prayer and the way it shapes his life an...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric sits down with the one and only Bob Lefevre. They talk about his years of working with children, his involvement with Awana, and the gift of patience he's developed along the way.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices...
In this episode of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Daniel sit down to talk about the exhaustion and busyness that weigh on so many of us. Their conversation moves through a range of Scriptures, ultimately landing on Matthew 11:28–30. Along the way, they share personal stories and reflections, with a particular focus on our relationship with technology. Daniel offers some strong thoughts on phone u...
In this replay of the Healing the City podcast, Pastor Susan and Pastor Eric talk through the ups and downs of parenting. They share stories from their own journeys, reflect on how they adapted to challenges, and offer helpful frameworks for parents looking to grow and stay grounded.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healt...
Pastor Mark Crawford interviews Susan Cepin about her creative process.
"Healing the City" is a profound and dynamic weekly podcast that dives into the complexities of creating healthier communities. Featuring the voices and perspectives of the esteemed members of the Village Church, each episode is thoughtfully crafted to address the challenges and opportunities for meaningful change in our c...
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