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In today's episode we learn how the Assemblies of God is working to seek, save, and send people in America.

Hosts: Sara & Ethan Forhetz
Guest: Amy Flattery, U.S. Missions Director of Operations

Welcome to AG News Podcast Season 2. We are sharing incredible stories about what God is doing in and through the Assemblies of God.

Full Episode available on Facebook and YouTube.

[Assemblies of God: AG News Podcast Season 2 // Seek, Save, Send — How AG U.S. Missions is Reaching America – U.S. Missions]

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction & Getting to Know About U.S. Missions
05:15 The Seven Core Ministries in U.S. Missions
05:54 Adult & Teen Challenge https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/teenchallenge
07:03 Chaplaincy Ministries https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/chaplaincy
07:52 Reference Article: https://news.ag.org/en/articles/news/2019/04/a-mission-greater-than-the-sacrifice
08:05 Chi Alpha https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/chialpha
08:53 Church Mobilization https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/churchmobilization
09:45 Gospel Outreach https://usmissions.ag.org/Ministries/Gospel-Outreach
10:30 Intercultural Ministries https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/intercultural
11:45 Youth Alive https://usmissions.ag.org/ministries/youthalive
13:12 Testimonies
15:32 Mission Ready Conference
21:35 Unreached Places in the U.S.
24:00 30 Days of Prayer - Let's Pray Booklet https://usmissions.ag.org/en/Article-Resources/Downloads/Lets-Pray-Booklet-2024
24:34 The Mindset of Being a U.S. Christian Missionary
28:26 2026 World Cup & U.S. Missions' Preparation https://usmissions.ag.org/MissionCup
31:37 Tent Revivals
33:17 Getting Involved in U.S. Missions https://usmissions.ag.org/Contact
37:40 Closing

Show notes
For more information on U.S. Missions, check out the following website https://usmissions.ag.org/.

To get involved, contact the ministries at https://usmissions.ag.org/Contact

In today's episode we see a road to Damascus moment and real Saul to Paul example as we hear the powerful conversion story of Terry Theus. 

Hosts: Sara & Ethan Forhetz
Guest: Darrell Yarbrough & Terry Theus

Welcome to AG News Podcast Season 2. We are sharing incredible stories about what God is doing in and through the Assemblies of God.

Full Episode available on Facebook and YouTube.

[Assemblies of God: AG News Podcast Season 2 // A Damascus Experience — From Drug Addict to Pastor – Darrell Yarbrough]

Timestamps
00:00 Introduction & Meeting Darrell & Terry
05:02 Celebrate Recovery Program & Terry's Story
18:10 From Addiction to Church Pastor Realization
23:13 The Need for Programs like Celebrate Recovery
31:41 Seeing the Full Circle of Someone's Life
33:18 Closing

Show notes
Full article: Church's Impressive Growth Has Link to Celebrate Recovery Ministry

Celebrate Recovery: https://celebraterecovery.com/

Today we are talking about a throwback to Acts chapter 2, meeting together with other believers in your home, not your traditional congregation. We are joined by Art Thomas, founding pastor of Roots AG. We learn about the church planting model of house church and how God is on the move in Metro Detroit, Michigan.  

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction & Meeting Art Thomas

02:36 Starting House Churches 

14:00 Training Up Pastors 

22:31 Engagement & Growth Pattern 

29:06 A Different Way to Disciple

37:20 Encouragement & Closing Prayer 

Resources
Full Article: House Church Network Sees Growth, Miracles, and Salvations Across Metro Detroit

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[Assemblies of God USA - AG News Podcast// Building the Church: One House at a Time]

Join us as we introduce Julie Kraus, a dedicated U.S. Missionary with Intercultural Ministries. Julie began her journey with three terms in West Africa and later transitioned to serving immigrant pastors within the New York Ministry Network. In this inspiring conversation, Julie shares the challenges and rewards of ministering across cultural lines, the pressing needs within immigrant communities, and how God divinely appoints moments to share the gospel. Don't miss this eye-opening glimpse into the heart of intercultural ministry!

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction & Meeting Julie Kraus

05:29 Church Planting in America 

06:35 Immigration: A Faith-based Perspective

11:18 Know Your Community

16:26 Navigating Immigration Questions

21:14 The Beginning of Passion for This

25:04 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

32:10 Ending Prayer

Resources

Full Articles: AG Districts Encouraging Ministry of African Pastors and Advocating for Immigrants

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AGWM On the Way Campaign On The Way website

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[Assemblies of God USA - AG News Podcast//Ministering to an Overlooked Community]

In this inspiring episode, we share the incredible journey of Doug W. Roberts, pastor of Calvary Temple in San Antonio, Texas. What began as a joyful outing with his grandkids turned into a life-threatening battle when he contracted a rare flesh-eating bacteria that should have claimed his life. Despite the devastating need for a leg amputation, God worked miracles in his body. From overcoming kidney failure to experiencing profound healing, Pastor Roberts' story is a testament to faith, resilience, and finding purpose in the midst of adversity. Join us as we explore his unwavering trust in God's perfect plan.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction & Meeting Doug Roberts

07:55 Navigating the Unexpected 

12:12 Waking Up to the News & Life After

19:36 Choosing How to Live When Faced with a Life-Altering Circumstance

26:26 The Miracle of Insurance Coverage  

29:58 Closing Prayer

Resources

Full Article: San Antonio Pastor Counts Blessings Amid Tragic Amputation 

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[Assemblies of God USA - AG News Podcast//Counting Blessings Amid Tragic Amputation]

Hear how U.S. missionary Brad Sasser ministers to long-distance hikers, many who are hurting and seeking peace in nature, by providing meals along the trail and pointing them to the peace only found through God.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction & Meeting Brad Sasser

03:38 Trail Chaplaincy & What Ministry Looks Like on the Trail

09:30 John 4 Model

13:57 Ministry as a Family 

23:16 Success on the Trail

25:21 Story of Boxcar

30:23 The Growth of Faith

40:30 Ending Prayer  

Resources

Full Article: Hiking for the Lost

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[Assemblies of God USA - AG News Podcast// Hiking for the Lost: A Missionary's Journey to Connect with Long-Distance Hikers]

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As an early Christmas gift, we're releasing episode 1 of the new AG News Podcast today! Be sure to hit subscribe to be notified of our new episodes starting January 2025. 

On today's episode we're joined by David "Dave" Stewart, lead pastor of New Life Church in Leominster, Massachusetts. Dave shares his incredible story and testimony of healing from bladder cancer. From his six-year-old grandson to his church councilman, Dave Stewart's healing was a journey in which God divinely used family and friends to usher in the healing hand of God.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction

01:45 The Diagnosis

06:10 The Comfort of God's Word

11:04 A Prophetic Word

19:27 Reminders to Yourself during Hard Times

21:21 Power in Praying and Fasting with Community

33:09 The Question "Why?"

37:27 If You're Facing Hard Times

Resources

Full Article: Still a God of Miracles

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AG News Podcast is your source for uplifting stories and powerful testimonies from people within the Assemblies of God USA community. Each episode brings you real-life accounts of faith, hope, and transformation as we explore how God is working in and through His people.

Whether you're looking for encouragement, inspiration, or a fresh perspective on living out your faith, AG News delivers heartfelt conversations and moments that will leave you feeling empowered. Join us as we celebrate the stories that unite and inspire our Assemblies of God family across the nation.

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Assemblies of God USA: ag.org

After collapsing in an exercise class, Deanna (ordained minister and chaplain) went without oxygen for more than 10 minutes. Then God intervened in a powerful way.

In Season 1 of the AG News Podcast we're sharing stories of miracles that God has performed across the country. Our host, Dr. Jamie Morgan, is an ordained minister, evangelist, author and speaker. For more stories from the Assemblies of God, head to News.AG.org.

Julie was born with spina bifida, became addicted to meth, lost her leg, and became a drug mule on the Mexico border. But that's not where her story ends because God wasn't done with her life.

In Season 1 of the AG News Podcast we're sharing stories of miracles that God has performed across the country. Our host, Dr. Jamie Morgan, is an ordained minister, evangelist, author and speaker. For more stories from the Assemblies of God, head to News.AG.org.