The Stories Collective
by Desert Springs Community Church
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Episode 166: 2025 Recap — Why we're pressing pause and why we're not…
Episode 166: 2025 Recap — Why we're pressing pause and why we're not…
About this podcast
A collection of stories about God's faithfulness and how we as believers can engage with God, connect with others, and live on mission.
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- Episode 166: 2025 Recap — Why we're pressing pause and why we're not done · 25 minSarah Schalow has a lot to share with you in today’s special episode! So grab your favorite coffee or tea and settle in for a heartfelt look back at this year’s journey with The…
- Episode 165: The best chapters yet; a story of grace and redemption with Gail Hosea · 60 minGail Hosea’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late for God to bring transformation. A lifelong Arizona resident, Gail is the sixth of eight children. While she…
- Episode 164: A place and heart restored with Karen Frey · 37 minKaren Frey’s testimony is a powerful reminder of God’s redemptive work. With deep roots tied to the Desert Springs church building, Karen’s story is one of full-circle grace—how…
- Episode 163: Freedom in the Father's love with Tim Dornseif · 1 h 0 minIt was an absolute pleasure to have Tim Dornseif join us in the studio! This moment feels especially meaningful, almost full circle, as just a year ago, Tim listened to a…
- Episode 162: When healing unlocks a calling with Michelle Spano · 1 h 3 minWe’re so excited to share Michelle Spano’s story with you today! Michelle and her family have been part of the Desert Springs community for many years. She and her husband, Nick…
- Episode 161: Fullness of life in the circle of obedience with Jim Brown · 1 h 4 minWe were truly blessed to have Jim Brown join us in the studio to share his story! Jim and his family have been a cherished part of our church community for nearly 20 years. You…
- Episode 160: Finding faith again with Liz Contreras · 53 minLiz’s story is one of resilience, rediscovery, and grace—and we’re honored to share it with you today. She begins by telling us she was born in Arizona, but her early years were…
- Episode 159: A living testimony of God's heart with Tiffany Alexander · 1 h 7 minToday’s episode is one we’ve been eagerly waiting to share—and it’s well worth the wait! We’re honored to tell the story of Tiffany Alexander, a cherished part of our Desert…
- Episode 158: Servitude to Christ with Jon Fritts · 58 minJon Fritts truly has a servant’s heart, and we believe this conversation will challenge and encourage you in your walk with Christ. Since 2021, Jon and his family have been an…
- Episode 157: Trusting Jesus with everything with Kate Newton · 46 minWe were honored to have Kate Newton join us in the studio to share her powerful journey to Christ. Hailing from Grants Pass, OR much of Kate’s story unfolds in her hometown…
- Episode 156: Cast your cares, fix your eyes and abide with Him with Sarah Underwood · 36 minThe Stories Collective is back! On March 9th, we celebrated three years of sharing powerful stories, and it’s amazing to reflect on just how many lives and experiences that…
- Episode 155: Faith, flight and surrender; trusting God when doors close with Jessalyn Bruce · 1 h 5 minJessalyn Bruce is here to share her powerful testimony! She begins by taking us back to her childhood in California, where her faith journey first took root. As the oldest of…
- Episode 154: Trusting God through life's uncharted paths with Sondra Greenfield · 57 minToday, we’re honored to be joined by a longtime friend of Desert Springs, Sondra Greenfield! Sondra and her husband, Don, have been part of our church family since before Pastor…
- Episode 153: Held in His hands; a journey through anxiety to God's peace with Hailey Keller · 1 h 4 minIn today’s episode, we’re joined by a familiar face, Hailey Keller! Hailey served as our Media Intern during the summer of 2024, but her connection to Desert Springs goes back…
- Episode 152: When God rescues with Paul Hocking · 47 minOur very own Pastor Paul Hocking joins us on the podcast today! Since stepping into the role of Kids’ Pastor in the spring of 2024, Paul has been an invaluable part of our team…
- Episode 151: Passion for Jesus and Palm Springs with Pastor TJ + Jess McCall · 58 minDesert Springs family, we are thrilled to share an incredible story with you today! Hopefully, you had the chance to hear Pastor Steve’s inspiring sermon at the start of January…
- Episode 150: Breaking the cycle and creating a God-honoring legacy with Don + Kris Tramp · 1 h 2 minWe are looking forward to sharing Don + Kris Tramp's testimony today! The Tramps' oldest son Seth serves at Desert Springs as our Middle School Pastor (check out Seth's story…
- Episode 149: A holistic picture of God's faithfulness with Lowell Gordon · 52 minHappy New Year! We are so excited to be kicking off 2025 with you by sharing an amazing collection of stories and testimonies. Lowell Gordon joined us in the studio to share…
- Episode 148: Q4 Recap - Themes for 2025 and faithfulness in the waves with Sarah Schalow · 22 minHappy Friday! Our host Sarah Schalow invites you to join in for a personal reflection on this podcast and her own recent life. Before we get into those things, we want to wrap up…
- Episode 147: Christmas Jeopardy with Manny Hernandez, Daniel Calderón + Sarah Schalow · 41 minWelcome to the 3rd annual Stories Collective Christmas episode featuring Manny Hernandez and Daniel Calderón! As we have in the past, we wanted to share a light-hearted and fun…
