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S2 Ep 22A Memorial Day tribute to my Godfather
Pastor Mark describes the guilt from his Godfather's suicide and urges us all to care for our military members suffering from PTSD.

S2 Ep 21An unintended spiritual legacy
In this episode, Pastor Mark discusses attending the graduation of New Brunswick Theological Seminary which was held in the Methodist Church in New Brunswick and the spiritual legacy his family received from that church.

S2 Ep 20Blocking Others
Pastor Mark discusses the need for the people of faith to lead by example and not impede the faith of others by less than good behavior.

S2 Ep 19A story of two kings
In this week’s episode, Pastor Mark compares and contrasts the coronation of Charles in England and a Regional Synod meeting of the Reformed Church in America and the allegiance that is given to King Jesus. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 18Beauty and The Beast
My reflections on the simple and important lesson of Beauty and the Beast

S2 Ep 17The Spiritual Legacy of New Brunswick Theological Seminary
In this week’s episode, Pastor Mark looks at the Irises that he planted in the parsonage garden and reflects on the tremendous spiritual legacy of New Brunswick Theological Seminary. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 16Hispanic Outreach in God's Time
In this week’s episode, Pastor Mark talks the quest of his congregation to begin outreach to Spanish-Speaking neighbors and the obstacles that were involved but finally it has begun in God’s time, not our time.

S2 Ep 15Grandpa Mentoring
In this week’s episode, Pastor Mark talks about the importance of multi-generational mentoring to develop people interested in community service. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 14Marriage is not a Thanksgiving Dinner
In this episode Pastor Mark talks about his daughter's wedding and his hopes for the future for her.

S2 Ep 13Ordination, The "Laying on of Hands" and The Holy Spirit
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode, Pastor Mark celebrates the ordination of Rev. Arlene Lillian Romaine as a Minister of Word and Sacrament. He also describes the “Laying on of Hands” and recalls his own experience when he was ordained thirty-nine years ago. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 12Celebrating 50 years of Women in the Reformed Church in America
It is now 50 years since women were ordained as elders and deacons in the Reformed Church in America. Let us celebrate.

S2 Ep 11A Tribute to Saint Patrick
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses the many customs of the American celebration of St. Patrick’s day, both the true and the false, and pays tribute to this great saint of Ireland.

S2 Ep 10Food Insecurity
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses feeding hungry people in Hackensack and applauds the work of Family Promise and the volunteers from Clinton Avenue Reformed Church in Bergenfield.

S2 Ep 9Lent, Ash Wednesday and Worthiness
Pastor Mark discusses guilt and unworthiness in the context of Ash Wednesday and Lent.

S2 Ep 8An ordination first in Old Jerusalem
A celebration of Rev. Azar in Jerusalem and the hope for Middle Eastern Peace

S2 Ep 6Donations for Turkey/Syria
In this episode, Pastor Mark discusses the earthquake in Turkey and Syria and how we can respond.

S2 Ep 6What’s In A Number?
EPastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark talks about how finite our lives are and the need to do go today and not put it off for tomorrow. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 5Imitating Elvis
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark talks about Elvis impersonators and challenges all of us to imitate Jesus.Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 4An unexpected reunion
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark talks about long-term friendships and an unexpected reunion that he had this past weekend.

S2 Ep 3One Hundred Five Years of Christian Living Dr. Irving Pitman
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark pays tribute to a 105 year old Christian Saint and friend who recently died.Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 2Take the test. Are you a Christian?
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses the question of what it takes to be a Christian. A number of people have a number of definitions. What does Jesus say? Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S2 Ep 1Two Hundred Fifty Years of Amazing Grace
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses the 250th anniversary of the hymn Amazing Grace, its history, why it was written and the impact it has had on our world. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life. Go to this link to hear the podcast:
S1 Ep 13Going to Church on Christmas Day? You have to be kidding me.
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses Christmas Day falling on a Sunday this year and wondering why some congregations are considering cancelling Sunday worship because it is Christmas Day. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S1 Ep 12The Original Hallmark Movie: A Christmas Carol
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses his love the movie “A Christmas Carol” and why we should feel sorry for Mr. Scrooge and how Christian ought to be working to prevent the creation of future Scrooges. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S1 Ep 11A shout out to Second Reformed Church in Hackensack
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark recalls his visit to Second Reformed Church in Hackensack and reflects on the live nativity that this church hosted. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.
S1 Ep 10Indiana Jones and Holy Communion
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark recalls the communion celebration he experienced on the Sea of Galilee on his recent trip to the Holy Land and what our communion-ware says about our image of Jesus and his teachings. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S1 Ep 9Tears for the Holy Land
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses his recent trip to the Holy Land and the distrust and divisions that he observed existing between Israelis and Palestinians.

S1 Ep 8Thanksgiving for the fruit of the Holy Spirit
Amid the glorious feasts that we celebrate at Thanksgiving I hope that we take the time to ask for, and receive, the gifts of the Holy Spirit which will deepen us as spiritual people.

S1 Ep 7Working together
In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses working together and the need for all of us in our nation to begin working together for the common good and for the benefit of all.

S1 Ep 6Halloween Outreach
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses Halloween and how secular events can be used to glorify God and reach out to others who can benefit to those who can benefit from knowing Christ’s peace.Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.https://rss.com/podcasts/pastormarkchat/677059/

S1 Ep 5Life can change in a second!
PastorMarkCastIn this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses the shortness of life and how life can change in a split second and ask what would we want our last words, thoughts and actions to be. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S1 Ep 4Us Vs Them
Pastor Mark Reflects on "Us" Vs "Them" Mentality

S1 Ep 3Reflections on the NY Mets and Adaptability
Description In this week’s episode Pastor Mark discusses his beloved NY Mets and discusses the importance of adaptability and learning from the past without being restricted by the past. Pastor Mark is a Christian Pastor, author, blogger, and sometimes background actor. He brings all of his years of life experience to ask spiritual questions about the ordinary events of life.

S1 Ep 2Reflections on Aaron Judge
Aaron Judge is a wonderful Christian witness.

S1 Ep 1PastorMarkChat
Reflecting on the movie "Pastor Stu"