The White Wing Messenger Podcast

Episode 9: Called, Equipped, and Connected

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Do you know everyone has a calling? In this thought-provoking episode, Marsha Robinson welcomes Dr. Michael Hernandez, president of Spirit and Life Seminary and director of Accredited Ministry Development, to discuss one of the most foundational questions of faith: What are you called to do?
 
With heart and laser-focused clarity, Dr. Hernandez offers wisdom for those discerning their purpose and encouragement for anyone seeking to be equipped for ministry. His insights are especially useful as the discussion highlights the recent Spirit and Life Seminary graduation, celebrating a diverse and dedicated group of students stepping into their God-given assignments.
 
This episode lines up with the June issue of the White Wing Messenger, themed “Building Authentic Relationships.” Articles dive deep into the power of empathy, active listening, and genuine care—essentials for cultivating the kind of transformative connections that strengthen the Body of Christ. The magazine also includes an article celebrating the SLS graduates, with pictures and videos of their activities graduation weekend.
 
We also honor the legacy of two beloved women of faith, Kelly Moore Coalter and Betty Jane Fisher, through moving memorial tributes featured in the magazine.
 
Whether you're asking God what's next for your life, or you're walking in your calling and looking to go deeper, this episode will both inspire and challenge you.
 
Tune in—and discover the power of being called, equipped, and connected.
 

Episode 8: Designing Digital Evangelism

If you have been wanting to listen to a great podcast but just didn't think you had the time, this is your opportunity! We've got a quick, 17-minute, power-packed episode of the White Wing Messenger podcast ready for you to listen to and download.
Episode 8: Designing Digital Evangelism
Host: Marsha Robinson, Managing EditorGuest: Pastor Charlie Scruggs, pastor of All Nations Church, Newport News, Virginia, White Wing Messenger graphic designer, and writer.
 
In this episode, Marsha Robinson sits down with Pastor Charlie Scruggs to discuss the theme of the June White Wing Messenger—Digital Evangelism. As both a designer and a pastor, Pastor Scruggs shares how visual storytelling and thoughtful design can enhance a church’s online witness. Together, Marsha and Charlie explore how the Church of God of Prophecy can leverage technology to reach and reconcile the world to Christ. It's a conversation about pixels, purpose, and the power of “sending” the Good News in a digital world.
 

Episode 7: The Call: To Send and Support

Join podcast host Managing Editor Marsha Robinson as we end the month of April with a roundtable discussion of this month’s White Wing Messenger. You will hear from three leaders in the Church of God of Prophecy—Dr. Bishop Shaun McKinley, executive director of Global Communications, Debbie Freeman, registrar for Spirit and Life Seminary, and Bishop Todd Bagley, executive assistant for Finance and Administration as well as Heritage Ministries coordinator—as they share favorite missionary and mission field stories. They discuss questions like:
“What is your first memory of a missionary or missionary story?”
“What’s the most unexpected thing that’s ever happened to you while serving or visiting the mission field?”
“If you could bring one cultural experience from the mission field into every church, what would it be?”
Listen in to this stirring discussion that ended with a powerful prayer and the final question, “If you had five minutes to call any missionary you’ve ever met, who would you call and what would you say?” It is a truly inspiring conversation.

Episode 6: Unwavering on Mission

This is a very special March edition of our podcast featuring Managing Editor Marsha Robinson and Dr. Cathy Payne, Global Missions Coordinator. In this episode, they discuss what is taking place in each of the seven continental areas the COGOP is ministering around the world. From powerful testimonies to miraculous provision to reports of new churches being birthed, you'll hear inspiring stories of faith, transformation, and God's hand at work in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Central America, North America, South America, Wider Europe and the Middle East. Don't miss this uplifting conversation as we celebrate what God is doing through the Church of God of Prophecy’s global missions!

Episode 5: Living Missionally in Everyday Life

This is the February 2025 White Wing Messenger podcast. Listen in and hear February authors Suprina Howard Robinson, Jeff Jones, Bishop Todd Bagley, and Evan Jones share their thoughts about this month’s theme, “Living Missionally in Everyday Life.” The White Wing Messenger is the official publication of the Church of God of Prophecy.
 
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Episode 4: Prayer: The Foundation of Mission

In the January installment of the White Wing Messenger Podcast, Managing Editor Marsha Robinson talks with North America General Presbyter Bishop Dr. Brian Sutton about the importance and impact of prayer in God’s kingdom. The theme of the January issue of the White Wing Messenger is "Prayer: The Foundation of Mission" and includes the prayer points for the COGOP’s 21 Days of Prayer Initiative. Bishop Sutton also serves as International Prayer Ministries director and speaks in this podcast about the 21 Days of Prayer and his thought-provoking article in the January issue.

Episode 3: A World of Christmas

In this episode, Managing Editor Marsha Robinson speaks with three Church of God of Prophecy leaders about their engaging, informative articles in the December White Wing Messenger. The theme of this colorful, festive magazine is "A World of Christmas." It is full of images and stories of traditions, memories, and Jesus! Listen in and read the magazine here: https://issuu.com/cogopwhitewingmessenger/docs/12_wwm_dec_2024?fr=xKAE9_5BvWg

Episode 2: Revival

In this episode, Managing Editor Marsha Robinson speaks with father/son ministers, Dr. Brian Sutton and Pastor Will Sutton about the November White Wing Messenger article, “Becoming a Church with Impact,” followed by a talk with Florida State Bishop Scott Gillum, who gives an update on COGOP members and churches in Florida and discusses his November article, “Who Needs Revival?” Rounding out the episode is a segment with Executive Director of Global Communications Dr. Shaun McKinley. He shares his motivation to write about some of the greatest revivals in church history and tells of his personal experience with revival in his local church.

Episode 1: On Mission Around the World

In this inaugural episode of the White Wing Messenger podcast, Managing Editor Marsha Robinson has as her guests COGOP Presiding Bishop Tim Coalter, as well as General Presbyter of Asia, Australia, and Oceania Dr. Tim McCaleb, and Global Missions Ministries Coordinator Dr. Cathy Payne with administrative Assistant Stephanie Roberts. They discuss the October Mission Drive issue of the Messenger: “On Mission Around the World.”