WV Uncommonplace Presents: The Collection

In this episode of the WV Uncommon Place podcast, JR Sparrow welcomes Dr. David Chotka, Founder and Director of Spirit-Equip Ministries, and Chair of the Alliance Pray! Team (APT). Dr. Chotka brings a wealth of experience in spiritual equipping and prayer ministry, with a trans-denominational approach that spans various Christian traditions.Throughout the conversation, Dr. Chotka shares insights from his extensive background in theology and spirituality, having earned four degrees including three in Theology/Spirituality from institutions like Regent College and Gordon Conwell. He discusses his passion for fostering spiritual growth through the development of spiritual disciplines, emphasizing the importance of prayer in deepening one's relationship with God.As the Chair of APT, Dr. Chotka discusses his role in mobilizing prayer initiatives within the C&MA Canada movement and beyond, highlighting the significance of prayer equipping resources in empowering believers. He also reflects on his experiences leading prayer and deeper life events across diverse religious contexts, emphasizing the universal nature of spiritual renewal and unity within the global Christian community.Additionally, Dr. Chotka shares insights from his mentorship under esteemed figures such as Dr. Gordon Fee and Dr. Maxie Dunnam, which have shaped his approach to ministry and spiritual formation. As an adjunct instructor in the Pathways School for Ministry, he discusses his commitment to equipping future generations of Christian leaders for effective service in the Kingdom of God.Listeners of the WV Uncommon Place podcast will find inspiration and practical wisdom from Dr. David Chotka's insights into spiritual equipping, prayer ministry, and theological education.

Jillian Ricks is on the show to explain some interersteing things

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an episode exploring the nature of boundaries and why we should all have them ..

Coffee with kendra the now defunct podcast was an interesting shoehosted by Kendra and we discuss the show .

An interesting interview with a witch ..

J.R. Sparrow returns to West Virginia and Common Place, sharing their experience in podcasting since 2017.Explains the journey with various podcasting platforms, particularly highlighting encounters with Anchor (now owned by Spotify) and Spotify itself.Journey with Anchor and Spotify:Details initial involvement with Anchor as a preferred platform for podcasting.Describes the frustration with discrepancies in payments and analytics, feeling mistreated by Spotify's handling of payments.Reflects on the evolution of their podcast from a hobby to a potential business and the challenges faced with platforms prioritizing larger podcasts.Encounter with Apple Podcasts:Discusses issues faced with Apple Podcasts, including discrepancies in analytics and the inconvenience of their subscription service for podcasters.Learning from Mistakes:Acknowledges personal mistakes, such as initially not investing in podcasting tools and services.Emphasizes the importance of investing in oneself and the podcast once it gains traction.Conclusion:Expresses frustration with major podcasting platforms favoring bigger names and companies over independent podcasters.Provides insights for aspiring podcasters, advising a balance between utilizing free services initially and investing in oneself as the podcast grows.Final Sign-Off:Invites listeners to explore their various podcasting shows available on different platforms.