Skip to main content
Goodwill Talk

Goodwill Talk

By Goodwill Church

Goodwill Talk is a talk podcast show about the Christian Life. Our purpose is to share biblical and theological insight into the things people face every day. We aim to deliver positive, Christian content from pastoral and congregational perspectives, that will help Goodwill Church congregants and our global listeners grow in their love for Jesus and one another.
Visit goodwillchurch.org to learn more.
Available on
Apple Podcasts Logo
Google Podcasts Logo
Spotify Logo
Currently playing episode

S17 EP7: What Is Ascension Day?

Goodwill TalkApr 29, 2024

00:00
25:01
S17 EP7: What Is Ascension Day?

S17 EP7: What Is Ascension Day?

What is Ascension Day? Why is it important? Why do we need eclipse glasses? The answer to all these questions and more on this weeks episode of Goodwill Talk!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Apr 29, 202425:01
S17 EP6: Presbytery of The East at Goodwill Church

S17 EP6: Presbytery of The East at Goodwill Church

The Presbytery of The East (POTE) will be at Goodwill Church at the end on the month! What is POTE? Why is it important? What does it have to do with our church? All this and more on this week's episode of Goodwill Talk!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Apr 15, 202430:45
S17 EP5: Don’t Admire, Emulate.

S17 EP5: Don’t Admire, Emulate.

After just celebrating Easter we want to invite YOU to a new Wednesday night study! Join Pastor John and Jes as they discuss what this new study is and how it will relate to your life and your walk with Christ.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Apr 01, 202429:17
S17 EP4: It Was God’s Will To Crush His Son? Looking At Isaiah 53.10

S17 EP4: It Was God’s Will To Crush His Son? Looking At Isaiah 53.10

Join us this week on this BONUS Holy Week Episode of Goodwill Talk! The gang sits down with special guests Pastor Ken and Avril Fred, a 14yr old congregant who had a thought provoking theological question!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Mar 25, 202437:46
S17 EP3: Welcome Back Pastor Jay!

S17 EP3: Welcome Back Pastor Jay!

We finally get a chance to sit down with Pastor Jay and catch up with him on the wild ride of ministry, family and life.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Mar 18, 202431:30
S17: EP2 Meet Makenzie!

S17: EP2 Meet Makenzie!

This week on Goodwill Talk, Pastor John and Jes sit down with Makenzie Eyler, Director of Communication at Goodwill Church and they get into hot topics like Social Media and the use of A.I. - what?!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Mar 04, 202432:34
S17: EP1 Goodwill Church Shines at Night to Shine!

S17: EP1 Goodwill Church Shines at Night to Shine!

Goodwill Talk is BACK! Join Pastor John and Jes Kilduff with special guest Kristen Fazio as the team recounts this years Night to Shine!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Feb 19, 202435:03
S16: E7 Marcos Says Farewell

S16: E7 Marcos Says Farewell

It’s Marcos’s last episode with the Goodwill Talk crew! Hear about how God is moving in the Ortega family.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Oct 02, 202338:58
S16: E6 The Second Annual Great Commission Fund!

S16: E6 The Second Annual Great Commission Fund!

Pastor José and John join the team to talk about this year’s Great Commission Fund. What’s the vision for the counseling center and how will Goodwill Church be able to come alongside this new community resource?


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Sep 25, 202329:31
S16: E5 Recommendation Day 2023!

S16: E5 Recommendation Day 2023!

Stay tuned for Jes and Marcos' recommendations this year!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Sep 11, 202338:38
S16 E4: Pastor José Goes Back to School

S16 E4: Pastor José Goes Back to School

Isn’t Pastor José a little old for school? Not at all! Learn why Pastor José went back to school and what he plans to do now that he’s done. 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 21, 202343:00
S16 E3: Elders Retreat

S16 E3: Elders Retreat

No, not that kind of retreat. The Goodwill Church elders had a getaway a few weeks ago. What’s the point of an elders retreat? What exactly are the elders called to do anyway? And what does the future hold for Goodwill Church?


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Aug 14, 202334:44
S16 E2: What Do We Do About School?

S16 E2: What Do We Do About School?

Public school? Private? Homeschool? What are Christian parents supposed to do? Jes and Marcos discuss the challenges facing parents with each choice and the things to keep in mind as we raise our children to follow Jesus. 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 07, 202341:34
Daily: 08-04-23

Daily: 08-04-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 04, 202309:06
Daily: 08-03-23

Daily: 08-03-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 03, 202308:12
Daily: 08-02-23

Daily: 08-02-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 02, 202310:05
Daily: 08-01-23

Daily: 08-01-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Aug 01, 202308:43
S16 E1: 5 Ways to Keep Your Kids Engaged After VBS

S16 E1: 5 Ways to Keep Your Kids Engaged After VBS

That’s a wrap on VBS 2023! What an amazing time in Montgomery and Port Jervis. But how do we keep our kids growing as disciples of Jesus after all the fun, games, and lessons? Jes and Marcos share 5 ways to help your kids (and yourself!) after the VBS fun is over. 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.



Jul 31, 202330:37
Daily: 07-31-23

Daily: 07-31-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 31, 202310:12
Daily: 07-28-23

Daily: 07-28-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 28, 202309:56
Daily: 07-27-23

Daily: 07-27-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 27, 202309:41
Daily: 07-26-23

Daily: 07-26-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 26, 202308:24
Daily: 07-25-23

Daily: 07-25-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 25, 202308:54
S15 E10: Thinking Through Marriage and Divorce

S15 E10: Thinking Through Marriage and Divorce

In what might be a weird end to a weird season, Jes and Marcos discuss the topic of divorce and remarriage. What are the reasons for divorce, is remarriage permissible, and what about singleness? 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Jul 24, 202338:52
Daily: 07-24-23

Daily: 07-24-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 24, 202310:32
Daily: 07-13-23

Daily: 07-13-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 13, 202304:11
Daily: 07-12-23

Daily: 07-12-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 12, 202308:21
Daily: 07-11-23

Daily: 07-11-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 11, 202307:48
S15 E9: The Meaning of Your Marriage

S15 E9: The Meaning of Your Marriage

Jes and Marcos use the Westminster Confession of Faith to talk how marriage helps people follow Jesus and the goals Christians have for their marriages.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 10, 202342:33
Daily: 07-10-23

Daily: 07-10-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 10, 202308:06
Daily: 07-07-23

Daily: 07-07-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 07, 202310:29
Daily: 07-06-23

Daily: 07-06-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 06, 202309:22
Daily: 07-05-23

Daily: 07-05-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 05, 202309:34
Daily: 07-04-23

Daily: 07-04-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 04, 202310:23
S15 E8: Presbyterians Assemble!

S15 E8: Presbyterians Assemble!

Pastor Marcos went to General Assembly a couple of weeks ago and shares with Jes the important and fun things that happened while he was there!


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 03, 202342:15
Daily: 07-03-23

Daily: 07-03-23

A daily devotional from the gospel of Matthew by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jul 03, 202310:42
S15 E7: Why Did God Make Us Male and Female?

S15 E7: Why Did God Make Us Male and Female?

Why does it matter that God made us male and female? What are some of the things we can learn from this, and how does this truth help us navigate modern day questions about gender?


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 26, 202339:53
Daily: 06-20-23

Daily: 06-20-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 20, 202311:25
S15 E6: Why We Don’t Sing That Song in Church

S15 E6: Why We Don’t Sing That Song in Church

Have you ever heard an awesome song on the radio and wondered why we don’t sing it in church? Jes, Marcos, and Jeff discuss the reasons some songs are right for a corporate worship service and others are better for personal worship. 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 19, 202345:23
Daily: 06-19-23

Daily: 06-19-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 19, 202310:35
S15 E5: How Can I Pray for My Church?

S15 E5: How Can I Pray for My Church?

If you’ve always wanted to know how to pray for your church, but you don’t know how, this episode is for you! Jes and Marcos work through some prayer prompts as ways to model praying for your church! 


Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.


Jun 12, 202335:43
Daily: 06-09-23

Daily: 06-09-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 09, 202306:04
Daily: 06-08-23

Daily: 06-08-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 08, 202310:20
Daily: 06-07-23

Daily: 06-07-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 07, 202310:05
Daily: 06-06-23

Daily: 06-06-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 06, 202309:52
Daily: 06-05-23

Daily: 06-05-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 05, 202309:41
Daily: 06-02-23

Daily: 06-02-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 02, 202309:23
Daily: 06-01-23

Daily: 06-01-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

Jun 01, 202309:47
Daily: 05-31-23

Daily: 05-31-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

May 31, 202309:10
Daily: 05-30-23

Daily: 05-30-23

Daily Devotional from Isaiah by Pastor Marcos Ortega.

Please visit www.goodwillchurch.org to learn more about Goodwill Church, the sponsor of this podcast.

May 30, 202309:57