Best Shepherd Community Center Podcasts (2025)

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Summertime, and the living is hard: How Shepherd is helping families meet kids’ needs 10:39

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses how Shepherd Community Center is helping families ensure that children are safe, learning and receiving necessities like food this summer.By Shepherd Community Center

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Act Like Men: Standing Strong in a World Full of Danger 24:56

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This week’s message wraps up our series in 1 Corinthians with a direct challenge to men—and to the church as a whole. When danger is real—whether physical or spiritual—Scripture calls us to be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong, and let all we do be done in love (1 Corinthians 16:13–14). From real-life threats to spiritual w…

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06/29/25- Author Stephen - Harrigan Sorrowful Mysteries: The Shepherd Children of Fatima and the Fate of the 20th Century 30:00

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06/29/25- Author Stephen - Harrigan Sorrowful Mysteries: The Shepherd Children of Fatima and the Fate of the 20th CenturyBy KTBB 97.5FM

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The Resurrection of Jesus: The Foundation of Everything We Believe 27:44

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Is the resurrection of Jesus just a story—or the most essential truth in history? In this powerful message from 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Frank walks through the compelling evidence for Christ’s resurrection and why it changes everything. From historical facts and eyewitnesses to the personal transformation of the apostles, this sermon is a bold rem…

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In Focus: Emma Thorne - Regional Program Director , Alzheimers Assoc. 30:00

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In Focus: Emma Thorne - Regional Program Director , Alzheimers Assoc.By KTBB 97.5FM

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How Medicaid and food stamps will affect people living in poverty 14:06

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Shepherd Community Center Executive Director Jay Height discusses how cuts to social service programs like Medicaid and food stamps will harm neighbors living in poverty.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 06/15/25: Celia Cole - CEO of Feeding Texas 30:00

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In Focus: 06/15/25: Celia Cole - CEO of Feeding TexasBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Building a Legacy: Parenting with Purpose and Faith 27:58

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In this powerful message, Clay King delivers a heartfelt and challenging call to parents—especially dads—to rise up and lead their families according to God’s design. Drawing from Deuteronomy 6 and decades of counseling experience, Clay unpacks what godly parenting looks like in a culture that often attacks biblical values. From building relationsh…

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In Focus: 06/08/25Tami Urias and Carol Whiteside of the Discovery Science Place 30:00

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In Focus: 06/08/25Tami Urias and Carol Whiteside of the Discovery Science PlaceBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 06/1/25: Mechele Mills - Tyler Chapter of Better Business Bureau 30:00

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In Focus: 06/1/25: Mechele Mills - Tyler Chapter of Better Business BureauBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Why Love Is the Greatest Gift: A Message That Changes Everything 23:52

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In this powerful sermon, we’re reminded that all the spiritual gifts and talents in the world mean nothing without love. Pastor Frank unpacks why love is the greatest of all gifts—the kind of love that calls us to be selfless, to put others first, and to reflect the heart of Christ. Discover how this eternal love is more than a feeling—it’s the rea…

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In Focus: 05/25/25: Joe Trotter - Texans for Clean Water CEO 30:00

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In Focus: 05/25/25: Joe Trotter - Texans for Clean Water CEOBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 05/18/25 - Robert Dymek - GHQ Military Museum 30:00

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In Focus: 05/18/25 - Robert Dymek - GHQ Military MuseumBy KTBB 97.5FM

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The Black Sheep & the Good Shepherd: Why Jesus Will Always Come for You 29:47

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Have you ever felt like the black sheep? Like you’ve wandered too far to be welcomed back? In this week’s message, Pastor Frank shares the story of the lost sheep and the Good Shepherd — reminding us that Jesus doesn’t just tolerate the broken... He pursues them. This episode dives into: • What makes the Lord’s Supper so powerful • Why being “good …

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How Christians can handle political tensions with love and kindness 27:51

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Shepherd Community Center’s Chief Learning Officer Tim Streett and Redeemer Presbyterian lead pastor Charles Anderson discuss how Christians can interact with love and kindness for their neighbors, friends, families and coworkers during a time of deep political polarization and tension.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 05/11/25 - John McDougald - and Jeff Harris - Junior Achievement 30:00

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In Focus: 05/11/25 - John McDougald - and Jeff Harris - Junior AchievementBy KTBB 97.5FM

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SERMON 5_4_25 "Be Confident" 29:09

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Frank continues his study of 1st Corinthians with this message entitled "Be Confident" Place your confidence in the Lord... not in yourself. Overconfidence is a sure way to fall into temptation.Living on the edge of overconfidence may lead you to fall into:1) Idolatry2) Sexual immorality3) Trying God4) Complaining…

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Clay's comments on the Band of Brothers_4_30_25 3:31

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We've studied about and are familiar with the idea "die to oneself to win others to Christ" but are we aware just like in Paul's time - people are examining our lives to see if they match up with what we preach and teach. Are we really being the Christians we say we are? Fellow believers certainly watch as well. As a good indicator, do our wives, k…

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05/04/25 - Rudy Wright - President of Wright-Way Solar 30:00

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05/04/25 - Rudy Wright - President of Wright-Way SolarBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 04/27/25 - Lynn Rutland - CEO of The Andrews Behavior Center 30:00

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In Focus: 04/27/25 - Lynn Rutland - CEO of The Andrews Behavior CenterBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Dr. Ben Carson: Alleviating poverty starts with relationships and with education 10:26

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Dr. Ben Carson, the famed neurosurgeon and former secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, discusses how ministries can help lift people out of poverty during his visit to Shepherd Community Center.By Shepherd Community Center

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Megan Riaz - Director of Community Relations for Bethesda Clinic 30:00

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Megan Riaz - Director of Community Relations for Bethesda ClinicBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 04/13/25 - LeAnn Sewell - Executive Director and Founder at Sparrows Matter 30:00

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In Focus: 04/13/25 - LeAnn Sewell - Executive Director and Founder at Sparrows MatterBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Why are teens so stressed? Shepherd initiative works to reduce students’ anxiety 14:25

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Executive Director Jay Height and Chief Engagement Officer Phil Edwards discuss Shepherd’s collaboration with Indianapolis Public Schools to reduce students’ stress and anxiety.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 04/06/25 - Craig Ellis - East Texas Lighthouse for the Blind 30:00

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In Focus: 04/06/25 - Craig Ellis - East Texas Lighthouse for the BlindBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 03/30/25 - Lexington Fowler - Communications Director for the Childre's Advocacy of Smith County 30:00

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In Focus: 03/30/25 - Lexington Fowler - Communications Director for the Childre's Advocacy of Smith CountyBy KTBB 97.5FM

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How Shepherd is helping to improve students’ mental health at a local high school 10:41

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Executive Director Jay Height and Phil Edwards, Shepherd’s chief engagement officer, discuss an innovative program the ministry has launched to improve students’ mental health at an Indianapolis high school.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 03/23/25 - Cheryl Torres, Exec Director of Elijah's Retreat 30:00

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In Focus: 03/23/25 - Cheryl Torres, Exec Director of Elijah's RetreatBy KTBB 97.5FM

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🎙️ Spiritual Debriefing #46 - Faith Before the Cross: Salvation Then and Now 🎙️ 1:09:42

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In this episode, Randy Ray and the boys tackle a big question: How did people go to heaven in the Old Testament? From Abraham’s bosom to Jesus fulfilling the law, we explore how faith saved the saints before the cross—and how it still saves us today. Expect real talk, biblical insights, and a challenge to live boldly for Christ. Key Topics: - Salva…

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In Focus: 03/16/25 - East Texas Food Bank - Tim Butler Development Director 30:00

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In Focus: 03/16/25 - East Texas Food Bank - Tim Butler Development DirectorBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Back to the future: What a veteran pastor would tell his younger self about ministry 10:34

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Executive Director Jay Height talks about key lessons he’s learned about serving in ministry during 30 years at Shepherd.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 03/16/25 - Lauren Buford and April Scarbrough - Starbrite Therapeutic Riding Center 30:00

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In Focus: 03/16/25 - Lauren Buford and April Scarbrough - Starbrite Therapeutic Riding CenterBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Why strong relationships are essential for breaking out of poverty 20:18

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Executive Director Jay Height and Tim Streett, Shepherd’s chief learning officer, discuss why building strong relationships is essential for helping neighbors break the cycle of poverty.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 02/23/25 - Johnette McDaniel - President of the Salvation Army Women's Auxillary 30:00

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In Focus: 02/23/25 - Johnette McDaniel - President of the Salvation Army Women's AuxillaryBy KTBB 97.5FM

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02/16/25 - East Texas Crisis Center, Jeremy Flowers-Annual Car and Cycle Show 30:00

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02/16/25 - East Texas Crisis Center, Jeremy Flowers-Annual Car and Cycle ShowBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 02/09/25 - Blu Daniels from the Rose City Chili Pod, 42nd Rose City Chili Cook off 30:00

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In Focus: 02/09/25 - Blu Daniels from the Rose City Chili Pod, 42nd Rose City Chili Cook offBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Kindness and encouragement: How 2 students found a home at Shepherd 10:46

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Executive Director Jay Height and recently retired Grace Church teaching pastor Tim Ayres discuss how Christian leaders can thrive in ministry for decades.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 02/2/25 - Kimberly Lewis - CEO of Goodwill of East Texas 30:00

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In Focus: 02/2/25 - Kimberly Lewis - CEO of Goodwill of East TexasBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 01/26/25 - Mark Shaw - Camp V Veterans Center 30:00

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In Focus: 01/26/25 - Mark Shaw - Camp V Veterans CenterBy KTBB 97.5FM

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How to thrive in Christian ministry for the long haul 21:14

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Executive Director Jay Height and recently retired Grace Church teaching pastor Tim Ayres discuss how Christian leaders can thrive in ministry for decades.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 1/12/25 - George Roberts - Net Health 30:00

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In Focus: 1/12/25 - George Roberts - Net HealthBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Spiritual Debriefing #45 - Your New Family: Church and Community in God’s Kingdom 1:59:38

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🎙️ Episode #45 - Your New Family: Church and Community in God’s Kingdom 🎙️ In this episode, we discuss the challenges of navigating relationships with biological family while building strong bonds within the family of God. What does it mean to have a "new family" in Christ? How do we balance love and respect for our earthly family with the deeper c…

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In Focus: 1/4/24 - Celia Cole - CEO of Feeding Texas 30:00

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In Focus: 1/4/24 - Celia Cole - CEO of Feeding TexasBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus: 12/29/24 - Mechele Mills, Better Business Bureau 30:00

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In Focus: 12/29/24 - Mechele Mills, Better Business BureauBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Spiritual Debriefing #44 - Go With Haste: Lessons from the Shepherds and the Christmas Story 1:43:02

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🎙️ Episode #44 - Go With Haste: Lessons from the Shepherds and the Christmas Story 🎙️ In this Christmas-themed episode of Spiritual Debriefing, we delve into the powerful story of the shepherds in Luke 2 and the urgency with which they responded to the good news of Jesus’ birth. What can we learn from their immediate obedience and willingness to sh…

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Happy New Year! Here’s what lies ahead for Shepherd in 2025 8:41

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Executive Director Jay Height discusses plans to celebrate Shepherd Community Center’s 40th anniversary in 2025.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 12/22/24 - Devon Smith, Development Director, United Way of Smith County 30:00

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In Focus: 12/22/24 - Devon Smith, Development Director, United Way of Smith CountyBy KTBB 97.5FM

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In Focus 12/15/24: Kristen Walls - Executive Director of College and Career - Tyler ISD 30:00

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In Focus 12/15/24: Kristen Walls - Executive Director of College and Career - Tyler ISDBy KTBB 97.5FM

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Gap between ‘haves’ and ‘have nots’ grew in 2024 9:33

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Executive Director Jay Height reviews the triumphs and challenges of 2024, including an increase in neighbors struggling with the high cost of necessities.By Shepherd Community Center

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In Focus: 12/08/24 - Capt. Michelle Walker - Salvation Army 30:00

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In Focus: 12/08/24 - Capt. Michelle Walker - Salvation ArmyBy KTBB 97.5FM