Between Two Sundays - Video https://www.hopecitysrq.com/ Peter Gowesky Peter@hopecitysrq.com Peter Gowesky Life doesn’t happen in one hour on a Sunday -- it happens in the days between. Between Two Sundays is a weekly conversation with Pastor Peter and Matt designed to help you carry Sunday’s message into the rest of your week. Every episode is honest, practical, and rooted in real life — unpacking the heart behind the message, answering the questions we all wrestle with, and exploring what it looks like to follow Jesus in the everyday moments. Whether you’re driving to work, grabbing coffee, or catching up on the go, this is a space to slow down, think deeper, laugh a little, and grow in your faith. Real faith. Real life. All week long. New episodes every week from Hope City Church in Sarasota, Florida. Life doesn’t happen in one hour on a Sunday -- it happens in the days between. Between Two Sundays is a weekly conversation with Pastor Peter and Matt designed to help you carry Sunday’s message into the rest of your week. Every episode is honest, practical, and rooted in real life — unpacking the heart behind the message, answering the questions we all wrestle with, and exploring what it looks like to follow Jesus in the everyday moments. Whether you’re driving to work, grabbing coffee, or catching up on the go, this is a space to slow down, think deeper, laugh a little, and grow in your faith. Real faith. Real life. All week long. New episodes every week from Hope City Church in Sarasota, Florida. en © 2026 Hope City Church - FL no The Right Way to Get Mad- Episode 4 Why Anger Isn’t a Sin — and What Jesus Wants Us to Do With It Pastor Peter Gowesky, Matt Leicht <p>Ever feel guilty for being angry? Or maybe you’re on the other end — you erupt, regret it, and wonder why you can’t get a handle on your reactions. In this episode of Between Two Sundays, Matt and Peter dive into one of the most misunderstood emotions in the Christian life: anger.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll learn:</p><p><br></p><p>Why anger itself isn’t a sin</p><p>What Jesus actually modeled when He expressed anger</p><p>How silence and stuffing emotions create fake peace</p><p>Why boundaries are biblical (and essential!)</p><p>A simple 6-step process for expressing anger in a healthy, God-honoring way</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re navigating family tension, relationship conflict, or just feeling stretched thin, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate clearly, stay grounded spiritually, and protect what matters most.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever asked, “How do I deal with anger without blowing up or shutting down?” — this conversation is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in and discover how to turn anger into a catalyst for healing instead of hurt.</p> <p>Ever feel guilty for being angry? Or maybe you’re on the other end — you erupt, regret it, and wonder why you can’t get a handle on your reactions. In this episode of Between Two Sundays, Matt and Peter dive into one of the most misunderstood emotions in the Christian life: anger.</p><p><br></p><p>You’ll learn:</p><p><br></p><p>Why anger itself isn’t a sin</p><p>What Jesus actually modeled when He expressed anger</p><p>How silence and stuffing emotions create fake peace</p><p>Why boundaries are biblical (and essential!)</p><p>A simple 6-step process for expressing anger in a healthy, God-honoring way</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re navigating family tension, relationship conflict, or just feeling stretched thin, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate clearly, stay grounded spiritually, and protect what matters most.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’ve ever asked, “How do I deal with anger without blowing up or shutting down?” — this conversation is for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in and discover how to turn anger into a catalyst for healing instead of hurt.</p> Ever feel guilty for being angry? Or maybe you’re on the other end — you erupt, regret it, and wonder why you can’t get a handle on your reactions. In this episode of Between Two Sundays, Matt and Peter dive into one of the most misunderstood emotions in the Christian life: anger.


You’ll learn:


Why anger itself isn’t a sin

What Jesus actually modeled when He expressed anger

How silence and stuffing emotions create fake peace

Why boundaries are biblical (and essential!)

A simple 6-step process for expressing anger in a healthy, God-honoring way


Whether you’re navigating family tension, relationship conflict, or just feeling stretched thin, this episode will give you practical tools to communicate clearly, stay grounded spiritually, and protect what matters most.


If you’ve ever asked, “How do I deal with anger without blowing up or shutting down?” — this conversation is for you.


Tune in and discover how to turn anger into a catalyst for healing instead of hurt.

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2135 1 3db9d90b0d2113479f7aab7803b21d2b no How Do I Love Someone Who’s Walked Away From Faith? Episode 3 Keeping the Light On for the Ones You Love Pastor Peter Gowesky, Matt Leicht <p>What do you do when someone you love walks away from their faith?</p><p>A child. A spouse. A sibling. A close friend.</p><p>This episode gets real about the heartbreak, the questions, and the hope we hold on to as we love the prodigals in our lives.</p><p><br></p><p>Peter and Matt sit down to talk through how to stay connected to a wandering loved one without losing your own faith in the process. You’ll hear practical handles for what NOT to do (no bullhorns, hammers, or spotlights), as well as a powerful picture of what you should be — a steady lamp that keeps shining when the people you love need a way home.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re walking through a season of waiting, praying, or wondering, this one’s for you.</p> <p>What do you do when someone you love walks away from their faith?</p><p>A child. A spouse. A sibling. A close friend.</p><p>This episode gets real about the heartbreak, the questions, and the hope we hold on to as we love the prodigals in our lives.</p><p><br></p><p>Peter and Matt sit down to talk through how to stay connected to a wandering loved one without losing your own faith in the process. You’ll hear practical handles for what NOT to do (no bullhorns, hammers, or spotlights), as well as a powerful picture of what you should be — a steady lamp that keeps shining when the people you love need a way home.</p><p><br></p><p>If you’re walking through a season of waiting, praying, or wondering, this one’s for you.</p> What do you do when someone you love walks away from their faith?

A child. A spouse. A sibling. A close friend.

This episode gets real about the heartbreak, the questions, and the hope we hold on to as we love the prodigals in our lives.


Peter and Matt sit down to talk through how to stay connected to a wandering loved one without losing your own faith in the process. You’ll hear practical handles for what NOT to do (no bullhorns, hammers, or spotlights), as well as a powerful picture of what you should be — a steady lamp that keeps shining when the people you love need a way home.


If you’re walking through a season of waiting, praying, or wondering, this one’s for you.

]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 2114 2 993084a09f66688f2cfa7dcaa864165b no Avoid the Worst Holiday Ever- Episode 2 <p>Are you dreading the upcoming holiday season? Well, we’ve got a Bible-based plan to get you past the pitfalls of Thanksgiving with peace in your heart so you can greet the season with abundant joy and cheer. </p><p><br></p><p>Welcome back to the Hope City Church Podcast! </p><p><br></p><p>In Episode 2 of the podcast, Worship Director Matt Leicht and Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky discuss how to navigate the Thanksgiving holiday landscape. What does scripture tell us about getting through unpleasant family discussions, a turkey that didn’t turn out right, and other holiday stress-bombs? Can these principles be implemented in other areas of our lives? What happened the time Matt tried to smoke a turkey? All great questions, so let’s talk about it!</p><p><br></p> <p>Are you dreading the upcoming holiday season? Well, we’ve got a Bible-based plan to get you past the pitfalls of Thanksgiving with peace in your heart so you can greet the season with abundant joy and cheer. </p><p><br></p><p>Welcome back to the Hope City Church Podcast! </p><p><br></p><p>In Episode 2 of the podcast, Worship Director Matt Leicht and Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky discuss how to navigate the Thanksgiving holiday landscape. What does scripture tell us about getting through unpleasant family discussions, a turkey that didn’t turn out right, and other holiday stress-bombs? Can these principles be implemented in other areas of our lives? What happened the time Matt tried to smoke a turkey? All great questions, so let’s talk about it!</p><p><br></p> Are you dreading the upcoming holiday season? Well, we’ve got a Bible-based plan to get you past the pitfalls of Thanksgiving with peace in your heart so you can greet the season with abundant joy and cheer.


Welcome back to the Hope City Church Podcast!


In Episode 2 of the podcast, Worship Director Matt Leicht and Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky discuss how to navigate the Thanksgiving holiday landscape. What does scripture tell us about getting through unpleasant family discussions, a turkey that didn’t turn out right, and other holiday stress-bombs? Can these principles be implemented in other areas of our lives? What happened the time Matt tried to smoke a turkey? All great questions, so let’s talk about it!


]]> Wed, 26 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1992 3 b50cc68d07d0fc98b6c929c5fba59ab2 no How to find peace in a world that won't slow down- Episode 1 Pastor Peter Gowesky <p>Welcome to the Hope City Podcast! </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky and Worship Director Matt Leicht discuss a question frequently submitted by church members during our current series: Let's Talk About It. </p><p><br></p><p>How do you navigate finding peace during a season that's out of control? Let's talk about it!</p><p><br></p><p>As we enter the often chaotic end of the year holiday season, how can you find peace in the middle of the storm? Here's a practical three-step plan for navigating the chaos by putting Jesus first in our lives and trusting Him to carry us through. </p> <p>Welcome to the Hope City Podcast! </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky and Worship Director Matt Leicht discuss a question frequently submitted by church members during our current series: Let's Talk About It. </p><p><br></p><p>How do you navigate finding peace during a season that's out of control? Let's talk about it!</p><p><br></p><p>As we enter the often chaotic end of the year holiday season, how can you find peace in the middle of the storm? Here's a practical three-step plan for navigating the chaos by putting Jesus first in our lives and trusting Him to carry us through. </p> Welcome to the Hope City Podcast! 


In this episode, Lead Pastor Peter Gowesky and Worship Director Matt Leicht discuss a question frequently submitted by church members during our current series: Let's Talk About It. 


How do you navigate finding peace during a season that's out of control? Let's talk about it!


As we enter the often chaotic end of the year holiday season, how can you find peace in the middle of the storm? Here's a practical three-step plan for navigating the chaos by putting Jesus first in our lives and trusting Him to carry us through. 

]]> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000 1464 4 847129a7145e51b62b5b3c01b20982ab no