Rita takes you on a journey of her story and to discover how we can use worship to fight our everyday battles. To watch live, tune in on Wednesday morning at 10AM CT to catch her episode premiere on YouTube.
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From The Greenpoint Palace bar in Brooklyn, New York writers and bartenders, Rita and Marisa have intimate conversations with an eclectic mix of people from all walks of life about their passions, paranoia and perspectives. Featured guests could be artists or authors, exterminators or private investigators, or the person sitting next to you at the bar.
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At Fount Church, our vision is Jesus Christ, our reality is freedom, our mission is people, and our cause is love. We are 1 church, 3 cities—NYC, Paris and Berlin—led by Pastors Josh and Georgie Kelsey. Join us this Sunday online, find out more at fount.nyc
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Is God Enough for You? Mitch Wong and Rita Dive Deep on Ambition and Faith
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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita Springer and Mitch Wong reflect on the challenges and rewards of maintaining a pure heart in a world driven by recognition and success. Mitch shares his journey from Melbourne to Nashville, revealing how his hidden years of writing songs for the Lord laid a foundation for today and continues to help him maint…
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Q&A with Rita Springer & Josh Kelsey
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As we kick off the summer, we are excited to have Rita Springer as our Worship Pastor in Residence here at Fount NYC. In this introductory interview, Pastor Josh Kelsey asks Rita questions about life, worship, and ministry to begin her time in our church.
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Whatever heaviness you are carrying can be exchanged for a garment of praise. When we come to God honest and transparent with where we are and what we are carrying, he is faithful to take our burdens and give us hope, life, and praise in return. In this week's Sunday message, Pastor Josh Kelsey discusses the origin of praise and how we can encounte…
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The Life of a Teacher: Rich Piepho on Stripper Names, Storytelling and Finding Passion in Education
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Have you ever wondered what life would be like as a therapist with an enticing voice or imagined the hilarious possibilities of stripper names based on your first pet and street name? Rita and Marisa kick off this lively conversation at Greenpoint Palace Bar in Brooklyn, sharing uproarious stories about phone sex operations and navigating the dark …
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Gaining The World, Losing Our Soul
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Attempting to gain the things of this world leads us into a pace of life that does violence to our souls. In a society that constantly tells us we are not enough, Jesus calls us into a better way of living: prioritizing his values, denying ourselves daily, and following his path. This Sunday, special guest Rich Villodas shared on finding peace and …
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Bonus Episode! Dolan Morgan Reading
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Books by Dolan Morgan That's When the Knives Come Down Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comOleh Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Dolan Morgan
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Cory Asbury’s Unfiltered Thoughts on the Church and Worship
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You may know him best from his hit single "Reckless Love," but today, Cory Asbury reveals it all. Cory grew up in church and even started playing in the worship band at 14, but it wasn't until his parents pushed him to attend IHOP KC that he fully surrendered his life to the Lord. Today, Cory opens up about how his experience with IHOP KC shaped hi…
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A Writer's Life: Ninja Turtles, Immigrant Education and the Necessity of a Writing Community with Dolan Morgan
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Ever wondered how childhood dreams and unexpected career paths intersect? Join us as we sit down with Dolan Morgan, a gifted writer and illustrator from Greenpoint, Brooklyn, who takes us on a nostalgic journey from dictating stories to his grandmother, to immersing himself in the vibrant life of New York City. Dolan opens up about their move from …
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Once a quarter, Fount leaders and team unify as 1 church, 3 cities! At Global ALLIN, lead Pastor Josh Kelsey shared our vision to reach NYC, Paris and Berlin and how this impacts us as disciples.
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Addiction, Abuse, Abandonment - Maria Durso's Powerful Testimony
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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with Maria Durso. Maria lost her mother at a young age, and her father, not knowing what to do, entrusted her to a boarding school. While there, Maria was abused and repeatedly called a child of the devil. Told that she did not deserve to have a mother. Join the conversation and hear how God redeeme…
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The Life of an Artist: Leigha Mason on Clowns, the Commodification of Art and Surviving a Stabbing
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Ever wondered how you can balance the worlds of painting, film, and performance art while living in the heart of New York City? Leigha Mason, a multi-talented artist, takes us through her incredible journey from Phoenix to San Francisco and finally to the bustling streets of NYC. From working to save for her big moves to navigating the challenges o…
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On this week’s Leadership Lessons, Pastor Josh Kelsey answers questions on faith, discipleship, and accountability.
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In the Bible, God is often revealed as a healer. When Jesus asks a sick man “Do you want to be made well?”, it becomes an invitation for us to embrace the wholeness and new life that comes through him in faith. God is calling us to examine our own hearts, desires, and readiness for the transformation that the power of Jesus offers. In this week’s m…
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When you lose something valuable, there’s a gut reaction to find it. In Luke 15, Jesus’ question invites us to reflect on who God is as the Good Shepherd. This Sunday, Pastor Josh Kelsey explores keys of God’s character and care for us through the perspective of the Parable of Good Shepherd.
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How My Weight Battle Helped Me Recognize the Voice of God
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On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita wraps up the conversation about Obesity and the Church by encouraging viewers to uproot the criticism of self and others to find our permanent value in the Lord. If you would like to support the Worship Is My Weapon podcast 🙏🏻🕊️🤍 Venmo - https://account.venmo.com/u/Wearing-Justice Paypal - https://www.p…
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Puerto Rican Families and Punk Music with Producer Lourdes Vasquez
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Can the vibrancy of Brooklyn, the warmth of family ties, and the dynamism of the advertising world all come together in one fascinating conversation? * Absolutely, and Lourdes, a senior integrated producer in advertising, is here to share her incredible journey. From her roots in the Bronx to her cherished life in Brooklyn, Lourdes recounts the imp…
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Bonus Episode! Bonnie Hall and K. Hank Jost Reading
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Books by K. Hank Jost Deselections MadStone Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comOleh Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guests Bonnie Hall & K. Hank Jost
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The Dark Side of Christian Diet CULTure
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On this week's episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita continues her series about Obesity & the Church, by diving into the dark side of Christian weight loss programs and theologies. If you would like to support the Worship Is My Weapon podcast 🙏🏻🕊️🤍 Venmo - https://account.venmo.com/u/Wearing-Justice Paypal - https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_bu…
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A Writer's Life: Goats, God and the Deep South with Literary Soulmates K. Hank Jost and Bonnie Hall
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Ever wondered what magic brews when the lives of literary soulmates intertwine?* Hank and Bonnie, the literary power couple who've journeyed from the Deep South to the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, sit down with us to unravel their story. They share their voyage through life and literature, offering glimpses into their existence as a couple that bre…
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When God asks people questions it is not for his benefit it is for ours. God’s questions are a tool for personal development, spiritual growth, and deeper connection with him. In this week's Leadership Lesson, Pastor Josh Kelsey gives us four reasons why God asks us questions.
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Our questions toward God often reflect our human nature and dependence on God for support and guidance. But God’s questions to us serve a different purpose—they are less about providing us with specific answers and more about fostering a deeper relationship with Him. In the first message in our new series “Where Are You?”, Ps Luis Guerrero unpacks …
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The Holy Spirit is meant to be intertwined into our every breath.. The more we are aware of him, the more we will see his power at work. In this Leadership Lesson, Pastor Josh Kelsey gives five effects that the power of the Holy Spirit can have on our lives if we dedicate ourselves to be filled with his power everyday.…
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Let's Talk About Obesity & the Church
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On this episode of Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with a subject that is not easy to discuss - Obesity and how the Church responds to people struggling with their weight. Rita shares how shame entered her life at a young age because of her weight and how she learned to identify the voice of the Lord through her battle with self-acceptance and…
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Overshare: Get to Know Your Hosts Rita and Marisa
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We do not have a guest this week, it's just us!* Flipping the page, we muse over the scribbles and chords that charted our course to becoming writers. From childhood musings to the raucous challenges of adulthood, every word we've penned pulses with life's rich tapestry. Listen as we unfold the layers of our creative evolution, from piano keys and …
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In this special baptism service at our Brooklyn location, Pastor Josh Kelsey encourages us by reflecting on our salvation and baptism, being united with Christ in death and raised to new life in resurrection power.
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Being filled with the Holy Spirit is essential to the life of a believer. You can confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, but being filled with the spirit is the defining factor of the life of a Christian. In this week's Sunday message, Pastor Josh Kelsey gives insight into how we can go from having the Holy Spirit with us to having him dwell w…
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Tell God How You REALLY Feel: Hillary Scott Opens Up About Faith
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In this soul-stirring episode of Worship is My Weapon, Rita Springer sits down with Hillary Scott, the Unsung Hero Actress and unmistakable voice behind Grammy-winning band Lady A. Hillary shares how her early encounters with Christ gave her a deep understanding of the nearness of God, which has sustained her through the ups and downs in the music …
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The Life of an Artist: A.J. Springer on Creativity, Mental Health and What Makes a New Yorker
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*Please be patient with us as we improve our recording and editing techniques and equipment. Every conversation we have had with our guests have been too rich and wonderful to not share. We appreciate you all hanging in there as we continue to learn and grow. Huge thanks to Tim Gideon for salvaging this episode! ***** When you meet someone who embo…
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Has God ever made you wait? Waiting not properly processed becomes discouraging to your soul and destructive to your journey. In this week’s Sunday message, pastor Dan Lian gives us three points on the character of God during your waiting season.
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The Key to Changing the World w/ Giving Keys Founder Caitlin Crosby
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This week on Worship Is My Weapon, Rita sits down with Giving Keys Founder and CEO Caitlin Crosby. Caitlin shares how Giving Keys started and the beauty in paying it forward. They discuss being single, co-parenting, and remaining resilient through life's ups and downs. If you've been blessed by the Worship Is My Weapon podcast and would like to sup…
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Coffee, Culture and Le Cordon Blue: Spilling the Beans with Enrique
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*Please be patient with us as we improve our recording and editing techniques and equipment. Every conversation we have had with our guests have been too rich and wonderful to not share. We appreciate you all hanging in there as we continue to learn and grow. Huge thanks to Tim Gideon for salvaging this episode! ***** Ever found yourself captivated…
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How do we hold space in the waiting when we step out into something we believe God has called us to? Often when we walk into the promised land it is filled with giants, but that does not make God’s promises less true. In this Sunday’s message from guest Pastor Chris Bennett, we learn that even when we don’t have full understanding, we can have full…
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Bonus Episode! Sean Welsh Reading
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Books by Sean Welsh One From the Ice Daylight Maybe Follow us on Instagram! People at the Core Podcast Email us! peopleatthecorepodcast@gmail.comOleh Marisa Cadena & Rita Puskas with guest Sean Welsh
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Drawing near to God is not a one-off event—it’s a habitual practice that leads you into deeper communion with him and with others. Christ did not die so that you could have more stuff, but he died so that he could be close to your heart. In this ALLIN message, Pastor Josh Kelsey encourages us to assess our hearts and see where in our lives we can d…
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The Making of Fed By Ravens | Part II
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Join Rita for an inside look at her latest album, "Fed by Ravens," as she sits down with Anna Golden and producer Bede Benjamin-Korporaal to discuss the spiritual journey and heart behind the music. We hope you enjoy this discussion and an exclusive preview of Rita's three NEW songs, "He Will," "My Yes," and "Answer Me." Join Rita's Newsletter - ht…
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