The Brick Podcast
The Brick Podcast
Podcast Description
The Brick Podcast explores the idea that being part of the Church means being a brick—each individual life built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, the ultimate "living stone" (1 Peter 2:1-5). As these "bricks" come together, they form a spiritual household of faith, known as the Church. Hosted by Pastor Ben Vogel, Lead Pastor at Bethany Lutheran in Parma, OH, and his daughter Samantha. The Brick podcast takes time to get to know the people who make up the congregation and the Church community. Each episode features guests of all ages, backgrounds, and gifts, sharing their personal stories.
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Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes personal narratives within the Church community, featuring themes of faith, service, and resilience. Episodes include discussions on art and faith with Grace Lauterbach, a journey into Lutheran education with Heidi Malone, and inspiring survival stories from members like Fred Toma, illustrating the intertwining of faith and life experiences.
The Brick Podcast explores the idea that being part of the Church means being a brick—each individual life built on the foundation of Jesus Christ, the ultimate “living stone” (1 Peter 2:1-5). As these “bricks” come together, they form a spiritual household of faith, known as the Church. Hosted by Pastor Ben Vogel, Lead Pastor at Bethany Lutheran in Parma, OH, and his daughter Samantha. The Brick podcast takes time to get to know the people who make up the congregation and the Church community. Each episode features guests of all ages, backgrounds, and gifts, sharing their personal stories.
In this episode of The Brick, Pastor Ben Vogel sits down with long-time Bethany member, Mark Thomay, to reflect on a pivotal season of his life. Back in 2006, Mark faced a major health challenge that put his life on hold for six months. Enduring constant pain, he struggled with the lessons God was teaching him in the midst of suffering.
Looking back now, Mark shares how God used that difficult time—and other challenges since—to deepen his reliance on Scripture as a constant source of comfort and hope. He also speaks about the strength and love he found in his Bethany church family, whom he truly considers his “home.”
Above all, Mark's story is really about a Savior who sustained a sinner through a challenging season and continues to care for him and those he loves today!
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