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Different Pews, Same Promise – Ep. 7: Navigating High School & Faith
Welcome back to episode 7 of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, host Michael Coop sits down with two incredible high school students: Sam, a senior, and Valarie, a freshman. Sam and Valarie offer a fresh perspective on what it’s like to navigate high school while holding strong to the Christian faith. Sam shares his […]
The Promise Play: A Journey Through Faith & Music
Welcome to the archival recording of “The Promise,” an original play performed at Epiphany Lutheran Church & School. Written by our Senior Pastor, Jeffrey Muchow , this heartfelt production explores the overarching theme of God’s unwavering faithfulness through the lens of early Contemporary Christian Music (CCM). The Story: The play follows three girls—Aida, Terreney, and Mallory—who are staying […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Ep. 6: Scripture in Motion with David Schlecht
Welcome back to episode 6 of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, host Michael Coop sits down with his longtime friend David Schlecht, the founder of the nonprofit organization Scripture in Motion. David shares the inspiring story behind Scripture in Motion and their mission to translate the Word of God into the language of […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Episode 5: Principal Matt Schleicher
Welcome back to episode 5 of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, host Michael Coop sits down with Matt Schleicher, the principal of Epiphany Lutheran School. Matt shares his 25-year journey in education, transitioning from teaching biology and coaching boys soccer at Concordia Lutheran High School to his current leadership role at Epiphany. The […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Bonus Episode: The Promise Unwrapped with Pastor Muchow
Welcome to a special bonus episode of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, Michael sits down with Epiphany’s Pastor Muchow to unveil his upcoming original play, The Promise Unwrapped. This unique dinner theater production follows three girls—Ada, Tyranny, and Mallory—who are navigating real, modern-day challenges when they encounter a hippie angel named Vinyls. Pastor Muchow shares his creative […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Episode 4: Trusting God’s Plan with Guest Jason Schleicher
Welcome back to episode 4 of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, host Michael Coop sits down with Jason Schleicher, Pastor at Salem Lutheran in Tomball, Texas, and brother to Epiphany’s very own principal, Matt Schleicher. Jason shares his incredible journey from dreaming of playing in the NBA to finding his true calling in the ministry. The […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Episode 3: Finding God in the Hard Times
Welcome back to episode 3 of Different Pews, Same Promise! Hosted by Michael Copp, this episode features two incredible guests: Matt Thornton and Mike Marcus, who serve as the President and Vice President of Epiphany’s congregation. +1 What starts as a lighthearted conversation about cooking meatloaf and hunting rabbits quickly transforms into a profound discussion on faith, suffering, […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Episode 2: Finding Your Church Home with Derek & Ruben
Welcome back to episode 2 of Different Pews, Same Promise! In this episode, host Michael Copp sits down with his close friends, Derek and Ruben, to discuss a brotherhood that has spanned nearly 20 years. From college intramural basketball to braving freezing temperatures on a South Texas “cast and blast” trip, the guys share plenty of laughs […]
Different Pews, Same Promise – Episode 1: A 3rd Grader’s Perspective on Faith & Lent
Welcome to the very first episode of Different Pews, Same Promise! Hosted by Michael Copp, this podcast is dedicated to teaching people about Jesus and the amazing promise given to us by God, regardless of the different ways we come to the church. In our debut episode, Michael is joined by a very special guest: […]
“Different Pews, Same Promise” — A New Podcast from Epiphany’s Own Michael Copp
Epiphany Lutheran Church has something new to tune in to. Michael Copp, Vicar and Lutheran school teacher here at Epiphany, has launched a brand-new podcast called “Different Pews, Same Promise,” and the inaugural episode is available now on YouTube. The heart of the podcast is right there in the title. Each person who will be […]