More Than Sunday

In this inspiring episode, we spotlight Cafe Momentum, a remarkable restaurant with a mission beyond serving great food. Discover how they are transforming the lives of justice-involved youth by offering them a second chance through education, mentorship, and life-skills training. Join co-hosts Rohini Drake and Pastor Clayton Oliphint as we hear powerful stories from Dr. Porshia Haymon and Laura Beth Lopez of resilience, growth, and hope from the young people finding their footing in the kitchen—and in life—thanks to the nurturing environment created by Café Momentum. It’s more than a restaurant; it’s a place where futures are rebuilt, one meal at a time.   For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: instagram.com/FUM

In this captivating episode of the “More Than Sunday” podcast, we visit the Dialogue Institute Dallas to sit down with Beril Berk and Emrah Aktepe, two passionate leaders finding creative, meaningful, and delicious ways to bring the local community together through food. From shared meals to cultural exchange events, they’re using the power of food to foster connection, bridge differences, and celebrate diversity. Join us as host, Rohini Drake explores how food becomes a universal language, opening doors to deeper understanding, stronger communities, and new friendships. Tune in to discover how something as simple as a shared meal can create lasting impact across families and communities.    For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: facebook.com/FUMCRichardson

In this episode, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Beyond the Bar, a groundbreaking business transforming social spaces and community by offering non-alcoholic and zero-proof spirits for those choosing to take part in an alcohol-free lifestyle.  Whether you’re exploring sobriety, cutting back, or have questions about the "sober-curious" movement, this conversation offers powerful insights into building authentic connections without the influence of alcohol. Join us as we learn more about zero-proof alternatives, the stories behind the inspiration for Beyond the Bar, and how a new kind of community is growing – one that celebrates choice, inclusivity, and real connection. Tune in, and see what it really means to go beyond the bar!   For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fu

In this special episode, we dive into the heart of a family-owned restaurant that is a cornerstone of its community, Jeng Chi! We go through a journey through generations with hosts Rohini Drake and Clayton Oliphint as we learn how a rich cultural heritage, the importance of family bonds, and the secrets behind beloved mooncakes come together to create a culture of togetherness. Discover how this restaurant blends tradition and modernity, to create a warm, welcoming space for everyone, while serving up dishes that bring people closer together.  Join us as we explore how food brings people together, one bite at a time.   For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: youtube.com/FUMCR 50

In this heartwarming episode that kicks off Season 10 of the “More Than Sunday” Podcast, we step inside a unique bakeshop where love is baked into every loaf. We meet Maricsa Trejo, owner of La Casita Bakeshop, who is not only passionate about her craft but also about creating a space where everyone feels at home. From rich cultural recipes to shared stories over pastries, this bakeshop is building more than just bread—it's fostering a welcoming and inclusive community where differences are celebrated.  Join us as we explore how food transcends borders and brings people together, one bite at a time. For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expresswa

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Brundage, Executive Director of Housing Stability and SVP of Community Impact for United Way Dallas. As a fierce advocate for affordable housing and ending homelessness, Ashley has led work that has transformed the local rehousing system and is a changemaker in the housing sector. She truly believes that a stable home provides the foundation by which everyone can be successful. Currently she serves on the Boards of Directors for the Dallas Housing Coalition, Housing Forward, the All Neighbors Coalition, and the Dallas Area Partnership to End and Prevent Homelessness. Please join us for this exciting conversation on the tangible ways we can use

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Wayne Walker, who serves as the CEO and Pastor to the homeless at OurCalling. In 2001, Wayne, along with his wife Carolyn, started serving the homeless community in Dallas and founded OurCalling in 2009. Please join us as Wayne shares how utilizing cooperative collaboration is an incredibly effective way to serve the needs of our neighbors experiencing homelessness. For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR Face

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Norm Hitzges, Dallas sports radio icon, member of the Texas Radio Hall of Fame and who now hosts a daily podcast called, “Just Wondering…with Norm Hitzges”. He also hosts “Norm-A-Thon'' which is an 18-hour marathon broadcast which has raised over $9 million for Austin Street Center. Please join us as Norm shares a very personal story from his past as well as his encouragement and ideas for how you can help your neighbor in need.  For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Ch

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Chris and Ashlee Kleinert, the recipients of the 2024 J. Erik Jonsson Ethics Award, who are known for their advocacy and philanthropic engagement throughout the DFW metroplex. They also founded the Good Foundation and Ruthie's Fueled By Good, a “food truck for good”. Their mission is to serve those in need of a chance for recovery and a fresh start. Please join us for this conversation as we learn what it means to be a more effective advocate for our neighbors in need. For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows peo

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Dustin Perkins, the Senior Director of Client Solutions & Strategy at Austin Street Center, who has been actively involved in social services since 2004 and in Dallas’ homeless services system for a decade. Please join us for this conversation as we discuss some myths of homelessness and in order to better understand how we can be a part of truly ending homelessness. For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: fumcr.com FUMCR

In this season of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, we're partnering with Austin Street Center to better understand homelessness, advocacy, and empowerment. Hosts Rohini Drake, Director of Online Ministry at First United Methodist Church Richardson, and Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center, are joined by a new guest each week. In this episode, we sit down with Anthony Proctor, a former ASC client to learn more about Austin Street Center and how we can contribute to ‘help them home’. For more information about the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080

The ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Clayton Oliphint and guest co-host Eric Czechowski to explore what it means to be an influencer and how our surroundings can be influencing us. Please join us for this exciting conversation as we discover how important it is to be mindful of our influences and learn how powerful the impact of our own influence is on the world around us. For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080

The ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. In this episode, we sit down with Rev. Jessie Light-Wells and guest co-host Eric Czechowski to learn more about UKirk SMU and how providing grace, understanding and support can lead to beautiful growth both personally and in relationships. Please join us for this conversation as we explore how cultivating a culture of intentionally resting, embracing curiosity, and sharing the gift of your presence can create a strong spiritual community. For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richards

The ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Roby, CEO of Austin Street Center and Pastor Clayton to learn more about how Austin Street Center supports those in need of safe temporary housing as they work towards their goal of permanent housing. Please join us in this transformative and educational conversation as we explore their work, mission, and how we can be of better service to those in need. For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080

This episode of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. In this episode, we sit down with Hollis and Blake of the “To Be Like Me” organization, which is a trailblazing group dedicated to educating children about different types of disabilities. Please join us in this enlightening and heart-warming conversation as we explore their impactful initiatives, share inspiring stories, and discuss how we can all contribute to a more inclusive world. For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson, TX 75080

This episode of the ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake and Eric Czechowski, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. In this episode, we explore how spiritual principles and relational meditation can enrich relationships and provide a deeper sense of purpose, empathy, and connection within our communities and ourselves. Tune in to learn more about the art of relational meditation and how it can offer practical insights and strategies to navigate conflicts, enhance communication, and foster genuine understanding. For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson, TX

The ‘More Than Sunday’ podcast, hosted by Rohini Drake, is dedicated to the stories, themes, and questions of our faith. As we kick off season 8 and celebrate our 100th episode, we want to take a trip back to the beginning of this journey and learn how the idea for ‘More Than Sunday’ started and how it’s evolved and adapted over each season since. Tune in to get a sneak peak behind the scenes of this podcast and hear some special stories from our previous hosts! For more information about this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday More Than Sunday Podcast | Hosted by Rohini Drake | First United Methodist Church Richardson First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with Christ. Stay connected with us: FUMCR Website: https://www.fumcr.com FUMCR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FUMCRichardson FUMCR Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FUMCR FUMCR YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/FUMCR 503 N Central Expressway Richardson,

In the More Than Sunday podcast, we tackle tough questions about faith that many people have but are often afraid to ask. In season 7, we asked our church family and listeners what questions they’ve been struggling with and each episode tackles a different tough question that came directly from you!  In this episode our More Than Sunday host, Rohini Drake, is joined by Dr. Clayton Oliphint and Dr. Vic Casad, who share their unique experiences and perspectives on some difficult topics. In this episode, we ask, “What does it look like when my church has to start over?” Join us as we discuss what disaffiliation means to the United Methodist Church. To access the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday     More Than Sunday Podcast | Hosted by Rohini Drake | First United Methodist Church of Richardson #MoreThanSunday #FUMCR #Methodist #LoveServedHere First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people with C

In the More Than Sunday podcast, we tackle tough questions about faith that many people have but are often afraid to ask. In season 7, we asked our church family and listeners what questions they’ve been struggling with and each episode tackles a different tough question that came directly from you!  In this episode our More Than Sunday host, Rohini Drake, is joined by Rev. Allison Jean and Pastor Peter Casillas, who share their unique experiences and perspectives on some difficult topics. In this episode, we ask, “What can we learn from our church neighbors?” Join us as we discuss what amazing things we can learn from our neighbors of differing faiths To access the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday     More Than Sunday Podcast | Hosted by Rohini Drake | First United Methodist Church of Richardson #MoreThanSunday #FUMCR #Methodist #LoveServedHere First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people for Christ, grows people in Christ, and Serves people

In the More Than Sunday podcast, we tackle tough questions about faith that many people have but are often afraid to ask. In season 7, we asked our church family and listeners what questions they’ve been struggling with and each episode tackles a different tough question that came directly from you!  In this episode, our More Than Sunday host, Rohini Drake, is joined by Rev. Allison Jean and Rev. Pavielle Jenkins who share their unique experiences and perspectives on some difficult topics. In this episode, we ask, “Can serving others ever go wrong?” Join us as we learn how our assumptions affect how we serve others, how we discover our gifts of service, and how we can truly live into our calling to serve. To access the resources mentioned in this podcast, please visit: https://www.fumcr.com/MoreThanSunday     More Than Sunday Podcast | Hosted by Rohini Drake | First United Methodist Church of Richardson #MoreThanSunday #FUMCR #Methodist #LoveServedHere First United Methodist Church Richardson welcomes people