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Blackhawk Church Next Steps

Welcome to Next Steps, a podcast from Blackhawk Church in Madison, WI. We believe that following Jesus is a lifelong journey, so no matter where you’re at, there’s always a next step to take. Each episode we’ll create space for real conversations—about the questions we wrestle with, the challenges we face, and the hope we find in Jesus. Our goal isn’t to have it all perfectly figured out, but to walk faithfully towards Jesus together.

Copyright: © Copyright 2022 Blackhawk Church

Latest Episodes:

How to Share Your Faith Jun 11, 2026

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Pastors Chris Kopp, Matt Metzger, and Adam Penning sit down to talk about what it actually looks like to share your faith with the people around you. They share their own first experiences, the nerves that never fully go away, and what it means to play the long game in relationships. Whether you're not sure where to start or just need a little encouragement to take a step, this conversation is for you.

Resources

The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Behind the Scenes | Alpha Jun 04, 2026

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Pastor Chris sits down with Pastor Daniel Owen and JP Heres for a behind-the-scenes look at Alpha, a conversational space where people can explore faith, ask honest questions, and belong before they believe. They share stories about how God has been working through Alpha recently and how you can be part of it.

Resources

The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/
Alpha - https://blackhawk.church/event-finder/courses/alpha/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Behind the Scenes | Why We Do Church the Way We Do May 28, 2026

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Pastors Matt Metzger, Joel Hassenzahl, and Tiffany Malloy talk about what it looks like for Blackhawk to be an outward-facing church and our vision of reaching our city with the gospel. Why do we design our services with people who aren't Christ-followers in mind? What's the point of invite events? And what role does each of us play ? This conversation is about the vision behind the way we do church, and what it means to be part of it.

Resources

The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Making Space | New Sermon Series May 19, 2026

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Pastors Chris Kopp and Tiffany Malloy introduce Making Space, a new series on spiritual practices for life today. They share the vision behind the series, what six practices you can expect, and what they hope it does in our community.

Resources

The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Your Exodus Questions, Answered Part 2 May 07, 2026

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We are wrapping up our Exodus series with another round of Q+A. They dig into the golden calf story, what set the Levites apart, why their response was really an act of allegiance in a civil war, and how to make sense of God commanding violence right alongside "do not murder." Pastor Charles also unpacks a key shift between the Old and New Testaments and why Jesus changed everything.

Resources

Exodus Resource Page & Journal
The Hub | Blackhawk Church

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Behind the Scenes | Blackhawk Kids Apr 30, 2026

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In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Emilie Shields, Associate Director of BKids, and Kaylee George, BKids Fitchburg Coordinator, to talk about what happens behind the scenes of BKids on Sunday mornings. They share what they love about the ministry, some of the harder parts of the work, and how you can get involved through praying or serving.

Resources

Blackhawk Kids- https://blackhawk.church/kids/
The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Behind the Scenes | Impact Ministry Apr 23, 2026

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In this Behind the Scenes episode, we sit down with Susan Demel, Director of Blackhawk Impact Ministry, and Adam Penning, Pastor of Blackhawk Downtown, to talk about how God is using Blackhawk locally, nationally, and globally. Adam also shares recent stories from partnerships with local organizations in downtown Madison.

Resources

Blackhawk Impact Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/serve/community-world/
The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Care Ministry Takeover | When Caring for Others Starts to Drain You (And What to Do About It) Apr 16, 2026

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If you've ever felt exhausted by caring, you're not alone, and you're not failing. In this episode, Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, talk honestly about compassion fatigue: the signs, the causes, and what to do when the weight of caring for others starts to feel like too much. From setting boundaries to giving yourself permission to rest, this conversation is for every caregiver who needs to be reminded that you need care too.

Resources

Blackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/
The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Care Ministry Takeover | The Stuff We Don't Talk About Enough Apr 09, 2026

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Some struggles don't show up on the surface, but they're there. In this episode, Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care, open an honest conversation about the experiences people in our community may keep silent about: mental health, loneliness, and relationship strain. They explore why these topics can feel taboo in church, why depression and anxiety aren't failures of faith, and how to recognize when someone around you, or you yourself, might be hurting. So let's talk about it. Shame thrives in silence, and you were never meant to carry this alone.

Resources

Blackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/
The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

Care Ministry Takeover | How to Show Up When You Don't Know What to Say Apr 02, 2026

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Have you ever frozen when someone shares something hard, unsure of what to say? Anne Kierce, Pastor of Care Ministry, and Alicia Penning, Associate Director of Care Ministry, share why our instinct to "fix it" often misses the mark, and what people actually need in their most painful moments. From helpful phrases to the words that hurt even when well-intentioned, this episode gives you practical tools for showing up well, even when it feels awkward. You have more to offer than you think.

Resources

Blackhawk Care Ministry- https://blackhawk.church/care/
The Hub - https://blackhawk.church/hub/

Have questions or topics you'd like us to explore in future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Reach out to us at podcast@blackhawkchurch.org.

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