What is baptism, why does it matter, and who is it for? In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Ric to explore what baptism symbolizes, why we practice believer's baptism, and how this public act connects each Christian to the larger body of Christ. Whether you've been baptized or are prayerfully considering it, this conversation will deepen your understanding of what it truly means to go public with your faith.

Interested in baptism? We offer baptism classes throughout the year at Christ Community Church. Keep an eye out for upcoming dates!

In this opening episode of Season 3, Alyssa and Pastor Ric explore the authority and responsibility Christ has entrusted to His church. Together, they unpack how the “keys” are not about control, but about care—affirming genuine faith, welcoming believers into the family of God, and guarding the integrity of the gospel. This conversation reframes the church not as a place we casually attend, but as a covenant community where Christ’s reign is lived out among His people.

If you’ve ever wondered why the church practices what it does—or how belonging to a church shapes your faith—this episode lays the foundation for the entire season.

In this season-finale episode, we’re joined by Pastor Robert Paprocki to unpack the benediction of our church covenant and why it centers our promises on God’s grace, not our performance. Together, we explore how the grace of Christ, the love of the Father, and the fellowship of the Spirit shape a gospel culture marked by humility, community, and dependence on God. It’s a rich reminder that the Christian life is lived by grace, for God’s glory and the good of His people.

In this episode of Between Sundays, Alyssa and Pastor Rick talk about what it means to truly belong to a local church in a culture where commitment can feel optional. They explore why the church covenant calls us to unite with another church when we move, the dangers of living the Christian life alone, what to look for in a healthy church, and how to leave a church well. The conversation also offers hope for those who have experienced church hurt, reminding us that the church is not something to consume, but a family to belong to and a gift God uses to heal and grow His people.

In this episode of Between Sundays, Alyssa and Pastor Ric discuss what true partnership in the local church looks like. They explore community as a covenant commitment—not a consumer relationship—highlighting shared sacrifice, generosity, and responsibility, and how a gospel-shaped church culture fuels both spiritual growth and mission beyond the church walls.

In this episode of Between Sundays, Alyssa and Pastor Ric continue their series on the church covenant by exploring sanctification and the call to pursue holiness rooted in grace, not legalism. They discuss striving against sin, the role of the Holy Spirit, and how repentance flourishes within gospel-shaped community. The conversation reminds listeners that holiness flows from belonging to Christ and grows through God’s ordinary means of grace.

In this episode of Between Sundays, we talk about what it means to rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. Rooted in Romans 12:15 and the church covenant, this conversation explores how shared joy and shared suffering shape genuine Christian community and display the gospel to a watching world.

What does discipleship actually look like in everyday life? In this episode, Alyssa and Pastor Ric sit down with Pastor Tim to explore what it means to intentionally disciple those in our care—not as a program or personality, but as a posture. From car rides and dinner tables to the power of example and the role of the whole church, this conversation reframes discipleship as life lived before the face of God. Ultimately, discipleship isn’t about staying busy with Christian activity—it’s about growing in our love for Christ and helping others do the same.