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From Hindu to Christian: Hearing God’s Voice & Becoming a Voice for those with Down Syndrome (with K

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode of HERE WE GO, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting sit down with pediatrician, speaker, and ministry leader Dr. Kishore Vellody to explore a remarkable journey from Hinduism to atheism to faith in Jesus Christ.

Raised in a Hindu home outside Chicago, Kishore shares how his father's cancer diagnosis led him to question everything he believed, how science and medicine ultimately pointed him toward a Creator, and how reading Scripture with his future wife transformed his life forever. Along the way, he opens about the profound impact of his brother with Down syndrome, his calling to medicine, and his passion for helping families discover the dignity, value, and joy found in every human life.

In This Episode:

• Growing up in a Hindu family and wrestling with faith

• How a cancer diagnosis led to atheism and deep questions about God

• Discovering evidence of a Creator through medicine and science

• Meeting Jesus through the Gospel of Matthew

• Navigating family relationships after converting to Christianity

• The lifelong impact of having a brother with Down syndrome

• What people with Down syndrome teach us about love and dignity

• Leading the Down Syndrome Center at Children's Hospital Pittsburgh

• Common misconceptions surrounding Down syndrome diagnoses

• Why families need information, hope, and community—not fear

• Using medicine, ministry, and storytelling to point people toward Jesus

• Finding God's purpose in suffering, uncertainty, and unanswered questions

Timestamps:

00:27 Welcome

08:46 Kishore Intro

10:33 Upbringing and Navigating a Hindu Home

13:44 College Life, Questions, and Unexpected Christian Friendships

15:42 How an Anatomy Lab Changed Everything

17:06 Reading Scripture to Disprove Christianity

20:00 Telling His Family He Had Become a Christian

33:28 Lessons Learned from a Brother

36:50 A Calling to Care for Children and Families

42:49 Addressing Misconceptions About Down Syndrome

47:07 Supporting Families Facing a Prenatal Diagnosis

53:57 Final Encouragement & Closing Thoughts

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Women, Ministry, and the Conversations Churches Miss (with Kim Valenzuela)

Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Brokenness, Humanity, and the Neighbor Next Door (with Jerrel Gilliam)

Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode , Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting sit down with Jerrel Gilliam Executive Director of Light of Life Rescue Mission, for an honest and deeply challenging conversation about homelessness, dignity, justice, and seeing people through the eyes of Jesus.

From growing up in Pittsburgh during seasons of racial tension to discovering a lifelong calling to urban ministry, Jerrel shares the experiences, faith, and family legacy that shaped his heart for serving others. Together, the conversation explores the realities behind homelessness, the myths and assumptions we often carry, and why simply seeing people matters more than we realize.

In This Episode:

• Jerrel Gilliam’s upbringing in Pittsburgh and his family’s story of faith

• The influence of his father’s radical transformation through Jesus

• Growing up between cultures and navigating racial tension

• The journey that led Jerrel into urban ministry and service

• The mission and heart behind Light of Life Rescue Mission

• Common myths and misconceptions about homelessness

• Why empathy and “seeing people” matters so deeply

• Practical ways Christians can respond with compassion and wisdom

• The difference between charity, dignity, and true neighboring

• How Jesus consistently broke through cultural and social “boxes”

• Why the Church must contend for both justice and compassion

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome

10:06 Jerrel Intro

12:00 Growing Up In Pittsburgh During Racial Tension

17:50 Family, Competition & Growing Up

28:20 Discovering A Calling To Urban Ministry

34:32 The “Boxes” We Put People In

40:45 Myths & Misconceptions About Homelessness

50:00 Why Being Seen Matters So Much

53:17 Practical Ways To Help People Experiencing Homelessness

58:30 Deconstruction of The “Deserving VS Undeserving Poor” Concept

1:10:30 The Mission & Future Of Light Of Life Rescue Mission

1:24:40 Final Reflections & Encouragement

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Immigration, Advocacy, and the Call to Love (With Chelsy Gevas)

Thu, 14 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting sit down with attorney Chelsy Gevas from the Christian Immigration Advocacy Center to have an honest and thoughtful conversation about immigration, neighboring, and the heart of Jesus.

While immigration is often treated as a political issue, this episode focuses on the people behind the headlines — refugees, asylum seekers, families, and neighbors navigating incredibly complex realities. Chelsy shares the story behind CIAC, how the ministry was born out of simply asking a local refugee community what they needed, and how God continues to use compassion and faithful presence to impact lives across Pittsburgh.

In This Episode:

• The origin story behind the Christian Immigration Advocacy Center

• Why immigration conversations become so polarized

• What Scripture says about loving the foreigner

• The difference between refugees, asylum seekers, and immigration pathways

• Stories of families navigating immigration challenges and separation

• How fear and politics shape the way we see people

• The role of the Church in caring for immigrants and refugees

• Gospel as a framework for understanding Immigration

• Practical ways ordinary people can love their neighbors well

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome & opening conversation

15:15 Introducing Chelsy

18:00 Beginnings of CIAC

20:10 Chelsy’s story: law school, missions & calling

24:24 Loving the local community

29:40 Understanding refugees, asylum seekers & immigration pathways

35:20 Process of CIAC Advocacy

37:00 Stories of families searching for belonging and safety

41:20 Compassion & fear

47:45 What Christians are actually responsible for

52:50 The temptation to oversimplify immigration

52:50 Weaving Faith with Advocacy

01:01:50 Practical ways to support immigrants and refugees

01:03:21 Final reflections & encouragement

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Humility, Confidence, and the Weight of Revival (with Zach Meerkreebs Pt.2)

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting welcome back pastor, author, and friend Zach Meerkreebs for a powerful conversation about the Asbury Outpouring, revival culture, radical humility, and what it really looks like when God moves. More than a conversation about revival, this episode wrestles with the tension between authentic moves of God and manufactured hype—and why humility, curiosity, and surrender matter more than labels.

In This Episode:

• The story behind the Asbury Outpouring

• Why Zach refuses to casually use the word “revival”

• The role of humility and hunger in spiritual awakening

• Powerful stories of confession, healing, and freedom

• The hilarious and chaotic soccer team story

• How discernment matters in moments of spiritual intensity

• The difference between outpouring, revival, and awakening

• The danger of hype, emotionalism, and spiritual branding

• Why childlike faith still matters

• Consecrated confidence vs pride

• Zach’s book Lower and the call to radical humility

• The heart behind Barnabas Collective and redeeming evangelism

• How leaders can pursue renewal without losing heart

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome Back & Introducing Part Two

4:26 What Actually Happened At Asbury

11:25 The Presence of God & Stories of Transformation

16:30 The Soccer Team Story

22:00 Revival Is Messy

30:00 Revival vs Outpouring vs Awakening

38:10 Radical Humility & Zach’s Book Lower

45:00 Consecrated Confidence & Social Media Culture

52:30 Barnabas Collective & Encouraging Leaders

57:30 Worship Music, Friendship, and Final Thoughts

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Grief, Friends, and the Stories That Shape It All (with Zach Meerkreebs Pt.1)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this two-part special episode, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting sit down with pastor, author, and friend Zach Meerkreebs to explore the story behind the story. While many know Zach from the Asbury outpouring, this conversation goes deeper—into the formation, faith, and suffering that shaped his life long before that moment.

This episode is raw, honest, and deeply encouraging—a reminder that God often does His greatest work in the hidden places of our lives.

In This Episode:

• Zach’s upbringing in a Jewish home and coming to faith in Jesus

• How godly fathers and friendship drew him toward Christ

• His early passion for evangelism and ministry

• Walking through grief after loss

• Wrestling with faith, prayer, and the character of God in suffering

• What it means to stay close to God instead of withdrawing

• The power of presence, friendship, and sitting with people in pain

• Why you shouldn’t skip the story before the “moment”

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome & Introducing Zach Meerkreebs

07:05 Zach Is Here!

11:40 Zach’s Story: Growing Up In A Jewish Home

16:46 Early Evangelism & Calling To Ministry

22:30 Esther’s Story: Diagnosis And Difficult News

28:00 Choosing Faith In The Midst Of Uncertainty

32:00 Learning To Sit With God Instead Of Striving

35:30 What It Means To Rejoice In The Lord Always

41:00 How To Walk With Others In Suffering

45:00 Friendship, Presence, And Practical Care

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Season 2 Premiere: Draft Day, Calling, and the Church Today

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In this Season 2 premiere, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting kick things off with a mix of humor, nostalgia, and honest conversation. From a Steelers vs. Packers bet and a worship song draft to a deeper look at calling, leadership, and the future of the Church.

In This Episode:

• Steelers vs. Packers fallout… and the jersey bet payoff

• The NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh and why it matters

• A full Worship Song Draft across the decades

• Songs that shaped our faith and church experience

• How each of us discovered our calling into ministry

• The growing leadership gap in the Church

• Why fewer people are stepping into pastoral roles

• The real pressures of ministry today: expectations, culture, and visibility

• Burnout, identity, and staying healthy in leadership

• The importance of relationships, community, and mental health

Timestamps:

00:00 Season 2 Kickoff

02:50 NFL Draft Comes To Pittsburgh

05:00 The Worship Song Draft

22:00 Honorable Mentions + Worship Nostalgia

28: 30 Leadership

41:00 The Church Leadership Gap

51:40 Risk of burnout

1:19:00 Healthy Leadership, Family, Boundaries

01:16:00 Final Thoughts

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Christmas Special - Leading, Creating, and Serving in the Busiest Season

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

“In this special Christmas bonus episode, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting reflect on holiday traditions, favorite Christmas movies, and the unique opportunities Christmas creates for the Church — offering practical insight for leaders and creatives during the busiest season of the year.”

In This Episode:

• Neighborhood Christmas decorations and holiday traditions

• A fun “Mount Rushmore” draft of Christmas movies

• Why Christmas is one of the most strategic moments of the year for churches

• How churches can lean into their unique strengths during the holidays

• Encouragement for creative and worship teams carrying heavy holiday workloads

• How pastors and church leaders can better support their staff during Christmas

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome Back & Christmas Decorations

04:35 Mount Rushmore of Christmas Movies (Snake Draft)

23:12 Christmas Movie Honorable Mentions & Debates

27:44 Why Churches Should Leverage the Christmas Season

37:41 Leaning on Your Church’s Strengths at Christmas

50:50 Giving Your Congregation Invitational Tools

57:17 The Burden on Creative Teams During the Holidays

1:10:28 How Lead Pastors and Staff Can Encourage Their Teams

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Behind the Curtain – The Reality of Pastor Life

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

“In this season finale, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting pull back the curtain on pastoral life — the calling, the cost, and the joy of leading God’s people with honesty, humor, and hope.”

In This Episode:

-Steelers, Packers and a pastoral wager

-When Communion goes wrong

-Social media’s impact and the cultural pressure to “speak out”

-The difference between personal conviction and biblical responsibility

-What pastors actually do during the week

-The beauty (and challenge) of church diversity

-Understanding big vs. small church dynamics

-The fivefold gifts from Ephesians 4 — apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, teachers

-Why not every pastor can (or should) be great at all five

-The importance of humility, empathy, and equipping the saints

Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome & Pastor Appreciation Month Treats

02:20 The World’s Crunchiest Communion Bread

04:30 Steelers Vs. Packers (Again) And A Pastoral Wager

08:13 Episode Theme: A Look Behind The Curtain Of Ministry Life

10:55 Social Media Pressures, “Speak Up Or Else,” And The Danger Of Consumer Christianity

17:34 Why Pastors Can’t Address Every Cultural Moment

21:32 Being Pro-Life “From Womb To Tomb”

24:31 Unity, Diversity, And The Apostle Paul’s Challenge

26:30 What Pastors Really Do Mon.–Sat.: Preacher, Shepherd, Leader

39:51 Shepherding The Church: What Care Looks Like In A Large Congregation

44:34 Why Pastors Can’t Do It All-And That’s Okay

47:42 The Importance Of Phone Calls, Handwritten Notes, And Presence

49:32 The “CEO” Role: Leadership, Organization, And Stewardship

52:00 Ephesians 4 And The Fivefold Ministry

1:06:02 Big Vs. Small Churches – Dynamics And Misconceptions

1:14:04 Urban Ministry; Diversity And Discomfort

1:29:53 The Call For More Pastors – Encouragement For The Next Generation

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Key Quotes:

“If your pastor doesn’t say what you want them to say, that doesn’t make them unfaithful — it might make them wise.”

“Every church has a context. Urban, suburban, rural — none of them are better, just different.”

“Our job isn’t to do all the ministry. It’s to equip the saints for the work of ministry.”

“In a multi-cultural church, you have to get comfortable being uncomfortable — that’s how we grow in grace.”

Resources Mentioned:

-Ephesians 4:11–12 – The fivefold gifts of the Church

-Tim Keller: Church Size Dynamics – Article on church leadership and growth https://seniorpastorcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Tim-Keller-Size-Dynamics.pdf

-Romans 12:18 – “As far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”

-Christian Counselors Collaborative – https://www.cccpgh.org

The Halloween Episode

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Tomorrow is Halloween, and you know what that means, loads of Christians are about to lose their minds on social media!

In this episode, Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting tackle one of the most divisive topics in the church calendar: how should Christians approach Halloween and other cultural holidays? From trick-or-treating debates to Santa Claus controversies, they dive into the tension between personal conviction and biblical mandate.

In this episode:

-Why Halloween might be the BEST night to be a neighbor

-The truth about "pagan" traditions (spoiler: it doesn't mean what you think)

-Jesus: The Original K-Pop Demon Hunter??

-How to handle cultural holidays without losing your mind OR your witness

-Why your personal convictions don't have to become everyone else's

-The great candy debate (and a homage to Almond Joy)

Timestamps

0:00 - Intro & Shoutouts

1:30 - Halloween Candy Taste Test Begins

4:00 - Christians Losing Their Minds Over Halloween

6:14 - Pastor Alan's Fall Festival Fail

8:14 - Why Halloween is Peak Neighbor Night

11:00 - What’s in Your Headphones: Scary Movies Worth Watching

14:12 - The Real Question: Why Participate in Halloween?

18:27 - What Does "Pagan" Actually Mean?

19:59 - The Consistency Test for Cultural Boycotts

24:05 - Personal Conviction vs. Biblical Mandate

31:40 - Navigating All the Cultural Holidays

37:40 - The Santa Sermon that Went Wrong

38:42 - Making Space in the Church

40:00 - Bad Bunny, the Super Bowl and Being a Good Witness.

46:40 - The Truth About Loving People and "Stepford Christianity"

50:05 - Practical Advice for Halloween

51:40 - Gross Candy and a Homage to Almond Joy

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Artificial Intelligence, Faith, and the Future. (with Dr. Larry Heimann)

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting are joined by Dr. Larry Heimann—Carnegie Mellon University professor, MIT grad, ACAC elder, and AI expert—for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation about artificial intelligence. Together the crew unpacks how AI is shaping everyday life, from sermon prep to software design, and explores the theological and ethical implications of this rapidly changing technology. With depth, humor, and humility, they wrestle with what it means to be faithful image-bearers in an age of machines that “think.”

In this episode:

· Using AI in ministry (and what “AI-assisted, not AI-generated” means)

· Dr. Heimann’s journey to finding Christ at MIT

· The difference between machine learning and generative AI

· Examples of AI in daily life

· The human side of technology: why spiritual encounter still matters more than information

· Ethical guardrails, hallucinations, and how faith can influence technology for good

· Raising and mentoring the next generation to be wise AI users

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome & banter – “This one’s a heady one!”

00:54 Who is Dr. Larry Heimann? (CMU, MIT, ACAC elder)

02:30 AI use in ministry life

07:10 “AI-assisted, not AI-generated” – finding healthy boundaries

12:07 The danger of skipping the hard work of learning

15:22 Meet Dr. Larry Heimann

27:33 “What’s in your headphones?” – from Bach to Biggie

33:01 Teaching app development & getting under the hood

36:18 What is AI? (Machine Learning vs. Generative AI)

46:20 The morality question: will AI replace or rule over us?

57:00 AI, bias, and the problem of “hallucinations”

1:09:53 Creativity, laziness, and preparing the next generation

1:19:43 Guardrails for families and healthy habits with tech

1:26:18 Closing thoughts & takeaway

Resources Mentioned

· Evidence That Demands a Verdict – Josh McDowell

· More Than a Carpenter – Josh & Sean McDowell

· Wesley Huff – Christian apologist and speaker (YouTube / podcast)

· Frank Turek – CrossExamined (podcast, books, and videos)

· The Bible Project – Podcast & resources on biblical theology

· Honestly with Bari Weiss – cultural and current events podcast

· Wrinkly – Bible memorization app for iOS & Android (created by Ryan O’Dowd, mentored by Dr. Heimann)

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Real Life of Pastor’s Families, Honest Conversation with a PK [Alex Hannah]

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting sit down with a special guest—Alan’s daughter, Alex Hannah—for an honest, funny, and very candid conversation about growing up with a pastor for a parent. From family pranks to missed birthdays, from church expectations to personal faith, Alex opens up about the ups and downs of being a “PK.”

In this episode:

-Growing up as a pastor’s kid: blessings and pressures

-The perfect prank

-Unspoken expectations & church-culture pressure

-When ministry collides with family

-Learning to rest, set boundaries, and show up for what matters

-Alex’s reflections on finding her own faith

-Why curiosity, grace, and authenticity matter most

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome & intro banter

02:10 The “Real lives of pastors’ families”

09:22 Alex Hannah Intro

11:47 “What’s in your headphones?” music chat

17:34 Mixtapes, playlists & Pandora

20:13 The ultimate Aprils Fools prank

23:12 Growing up in church

25:30 Pastor’s-kid pressure

33:51 When church competes with family

41:26 Boundaries, rhythms and healthy ministry life

44:44 “Always on” – life in and out of the pulpit

56:26 How can congregations support pastors’ families

1:00:05 Closing reflections & wrap-up

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Weird Evangelism, Taking Fear and Mystery Out of Sharing Your Faith

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting dive into the topic of evangelism—what it is, what it isn’t, and how to share your faith authentically. From “horror stories” of cringeworthy evangelism to a lighthearted Gen Z slang quiz, the conversation blends humor with practical wisdom. The guys also tackle big questions about global missions, cultural imperialism, and living out the Great Commission today.

In this episode:

-Evangelism “horror stories” and what not to do

-Stats from Barna on how Christians view sharing their faith

-Why evangelism isn’t just the pastor’s job

-The power of authenticity, humility, and empathy

-Gen Z slang quiz (slay, no cap, skibidi, and more)

-Practical tools: the BLESS method & Front Yard Mission

-Global evangelism vs. cultural imperialism

-How to write and share your story

Timestamps

00:25 Welcome & banter

02:00 Evangelism “horror stories”

06:45 Stats on faith conversations (Barna Research)

09:40 Gen Z slang quiz

19:10 Evangelism isn’t just for pastors

24:45 Authenticity, empathy, and sharing faith naturally

34:06 Practical tips for effective evangelism

43:02 Global missions & cultural imperialism

49:14 Takeaways and conclusion

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Faith, Football, and Fame (with Steelers Chaplain Kent Chevalier)

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Pastors Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting welcome their first guest—Kent Chevalier, chaplain of the Pittsburgh Steelers—for a conversation about faith, football, and fame. From sideline prayers to the culture set byCoach Tomlin, Kent shares what it means to follow Jesus while navigating thepressures of celebrity and performance. The guys talk about fandom versus worship, the call to “deflect the glory,” and how humility, discipleship, and hidden faithfulness matter in both the NFL and everyday life.

In this episode:

· Kent’s journey to becoming the Steelers’ chaplain

· Then fine line between fandom and worship

· Faith and humility in a culture of celebrity

· What it looks like to “deflect the glory” on and off the field

· Guarding our hearts against idolatry in sports, church, and culture

· Why secret service and hidden faithfulness matter more than platform

Timestamps

00:25 Welcome & banter (Packers vs. Steelers)

11:10 Introducing Kent Chevalier

21:10 Faith, fame & football in Pittsburgh

24:35 The culture of Coach Tomlin

32:23 From fandom to fanaticism

34:25 “Deflect the Glory” – Kent’s challenge to athletes (and us)

01:06:48 Everyday faith: living with humility

01:11:24 What’s in Kent’s headphones

01:14:43 Closing & Takeaways

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Intro, Christian Cultural Battles, Sacred Discernment & Why We Started This

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the very first episode of Here We Go! Pastors (and friends) Alan Hannah and Spencer Sweeting launch the podcast with a candid conversation about faith, culture, and everything in between.

This isn’t a football podcast (sorry, Steelers fans). Instead, it’s a space for grace-filled discussions about what it means to follow Jesus in the messy overlap of church and culture.

In this episode:

• The story behind the name Here We Go

• Alan & Spencer’s ministry journeys (worship leading, church planting, pastoring)

• When Christians overreact to culture—from comic books to Dungeons & Dragons

• What it means to live “in the world but not of it”

• Why unity matters more than personal preference

Plus: what’s in their headphones and a preview of Season 1 guests—including Steelers chaplain Kent Chevalier and Carnegie Mellon professor Dr. Larry Heimann.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome & Launch

00:38 Why “Here We Go”

03:10 Meet Your Hosts

09:40 Faith & Culture

15:55 What’s in Our Headphones

21:10 Cultural Panics

32:20 Unity Over Division

35:53 Village vs. Chameleon Christianity

48:30 Jesus & Unity

59:37 Season Preview

01:02:39 Closing

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