The Forum at Frazer

John Ed Mathison: In His Steps 2026

Frazer Church — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:52:00 +0000

In this episode of the Forum Podcast, host Will Adams, Minister of Story at Frazer Church, sits down with John Ed Mathison, Pastor Emeritus at Frazer Church, who grew the congregation from a few hundred to several thousand members over his 36-year tenure. The conversation covers the true meaning of church, what it looks like to be a committed member, and how intentional discipleship transforms both individuals and communities. John Ed also shares how, at 88 years old, he is reaching nearly 4 million people annually through digital ministry, radio, podcasts, and speaking.

Intentional Presence: In His Steps 2026

Frazer Church — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, staff members Zach Jeffcoat (Deacon of Operations and Worship Leader) and Kelly Slover (Minister of Groups) explore what it truly means to be intentionally present, both with God and with fellow believers. The conversation unpacks how worship and discipleship are not competing priorities but deeply connected practices that together form a complete and healthy Christian life.

Chapters

(00:00:05) - Intentional Presence at Frazer
(00:00:56) - Interactive Presence: What Does That Look Like?
(00:05:08) - Wonders of the World
(00:09:39) - Wondership and Groups
(00:18:24) - Wonders of the World
(00:19:27) - Wonders Who Don't Attend Worship
(00:26:16) - God's Presence at Frazer Church
(00:27:48) - Being Present

Radical Generosity: In His Steps 2026

Frazer Church — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, host Will Adams sits down with longtime church members Jason and Autumn Kocher and retired business administrator Rusty Taylor to discuss biblical generosity, financial stewardship, and the concept of legacy giving. Together they explore how intentional giving has shaped their faith, families, and the life of Frazer Church.

- What legacy giving is and why every believer needs a plan for it

- How God's provision showed up in tangible, unexpected ways through faithful tithing

- The Christ Way benevolence ministry and how it served the working poor in Montgomery

- Why the Bible references finances and possessions more than 2,300 times

- Why transparency and accountability matter in church finances

- How giving of time and service carries the same spiritual weight as financial giving

Chapters

(00:00:05) - Frazer Methodist Church Forum
(00:02:46) - Rusty Frazer on the Main Event
(00:05:17) - How Have You Seen God Work Through Giving?
(00:06:42) - What was the Christ's Way Benevolence Fund?
(00:07:46) - How to Serve the Lord
(00:10:01) - What is Legacy Giving?
(00:15:00) - What Makes a Good Use of God's Resources?
(00:22:48) - Service and the expectations of God
(00:24:47) - Living a Discipline of Tithing
(00:28:25) - Ways of Stewarding Your Finances
(00:32:28) - Dedicating Your Life to the Great Commission

Surrendered Service: In His Steps 2026

Frazer Church — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, host Will Adams sits down with four members of the Frazer Church family to discuss what it truly means to practice surrendered service and why serving others is central to the Christian walk. The Guests share their personal stories of volunteering, unexpected God moments, and the deep community that grows when people serve side by side.

Chapters

(00:00:05) - Three Generations of Service at Frazer
(00:04:09) - Why is Service so important to our walk as Christians?
(00:07:27) - Serving God in the Church
(00:14:11) - The story of Redbird Mission in Appalachia
(00:20:34) - An Area of Service
(00:27:29) - Service to Others

Passionate Prayer: In His Steps 2026

Frazer Church — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, host Will Adams sits down with BJ Nave, Desire Guerrero, Audrey McMullen, and Brittany Kent, to explore what prayer really looks like in everyday life, why it matters, and how anyone can develop a deeper prayer practice.

- Why prayer is essential to the Christian walk and how it functions as a two-way conversation with God

- Personal testimonies of God answering prayer, including physical healing, miraculous provision, and life-changing guidance

- The importance of praying specific prayers and trusting God's timing even when answers are delayed

- How prayer builds and sustains faith over months, years, and even decades

- The many forms prayer can take, including journaling, movement, silence, tears, and Scripture

- Practical tools for developing a consistent prayer life, including praying through the Psalms

- How the Holy Spirit intercedes even when we do not have words to pray

- The vision for growing a culture of prayer at Frazer Church rooted in generations of faithful intercession

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Three Folks Talk Prayer at Frazer Church
(00:02:33) - Why is Prayer so important to the Christian walk?
(00:06:00) - Prayer of the Week
(00:12:08) - Prayer for Long Term Growth
(00:20:43) - Other Tools for More Regular Prayer
(00:27:49) - Listening to the Lord's Fun
(00:29:57) - Prayer as a Dance
(00:31:04) - Prayer for the Day
(00:32:34) - A Season of Prayer at Frazer
(00:35:39) - Prayer for Living the Great Commandment

Connection - Groups at Frazer

Frazer Church — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, host Will sits down with four Frazer church members -- Holmes King, Mary Margaret King, Robert Patrick, and Bethany Garth -- to talk about the power of small groups, discipleship, and genuine community in the life of a local church.

- Why attending Sunday services alone is not enough to avoid relational poverty

- How small groups create the trust and transparency that lead to real spiritual growth

- The theological case for community, rooted in the nature of the Trinity and the ministry model of Jesus

- How discipleship supports not just spiritual health but also social, emotional, and mental well-being

- The Paul, Timothy, and Barnabas framework for building meaningful mentorship relationships

- Practical ways disconnected attendees can take their first step toward connection at a large church

- How connected members can be more intentional about welcoming people on the fringes

- New ministries launching at Frazer including a young women's group, an Embrace Grace ministry for women facing unplanned pregnancies, and a youth mentorship program

Resources and People Mentioned:

- Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) -- non-denominational Bible study meeting Monday nights

- Transformation Montgomery -- local mission partner addressing relational and financial poverty

- Cornerstone Sunday School class at Frazer

- C.S. Lewis Book Club at Frazer

- Kelly Slover, Eddie Sullivan, and Cami Culpepper -- Frazer staff connectors

- Men's Ministry at Frazer

- Connection Point at Frazer

Chapters

(00:00:00) - Faith Connections at Frazer
(00:07:07) - Why Do We Need Small Groups?
(00:12:20) - How does the small group support an introvert?
(00:20:02) - Relativistic Poverty
(00:23:09) - What Do We Say to Non- Members?
(00:29:50) - Podcast

Connection with Stephen Streett

Frazer Church — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Connection and the Free Methodist Church

Frazer Church — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Chapters

(00:00:04) - What's the Job of a Superintendent in the Free Methodist Church?
(00:06:36) - What are the Good Things About Being Part of a denomination?
(00:14:35) - Free Methodist Church: The Network of Support
(00:22:22) - What is Success?
(00:25:40) - Free Methodist and Kingdom Church Connection
(00:32:29) - The church's response to Hurricane Irma
(00:40:27) - Christ Community Church's internship
(00:42:58) - Pray for Workers
(00:43:50) - Free Methodists: Set Your Alarm
(00:46:52) - Free Methodist Network for the Prison Community
(00:53:40) - A message for Annual Conference 2019
(00:57:26) - Free Methodist Podcast

Connection & The Next Generation

Frazer Church — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Forum at Frazer, host Will Adams, Minister of Story, sits down with a group of young staff members and interns, including Levi McNeil, Jordan Phillips, Genesis Vanderhorst, and Logan Jeffcoat, to explore what genuine connection looks like for Gen Z, both inside and outside the church. The conversation moves from the nature of authentic relationships to the role of technology, intergenerational discipleship, and what the church can do better to bring generations together.

- What genuine connection means to Gen Z, including the role of shared suffering and sacrifice

- How relationships with other believers strengthen personal faith and connection to God

- What makes Frazer Church's community distinct, especially among large churches

- How technology and smartphones shape the way Gen Z connects, and why they are more aware of the problem than older generations assume

- The generational pattern of blaming new media, from television to TikTok

- Practical advice for parents navigating when and how to introduce phones to their children

- Why intergenerational mentorship benefits both the young and the old

- How the church can break down generational barriers and foster real discipleship across age groups

The Future of Connection at Frazer

Frazer Church — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Chapters

(00:00:04) - Frazer Forum: Fostering Community Connection
(00:04:32) - Pushing the Church to be a pioneer
(00:06:43) - A new direction for Family Connection Ministry
(00:17:11) - Children's Ministry
(00:18:47) - Strengthening the Community
(00:23:54) - In the World of Others
(00:26:05) - Winsome or Winsomeness
(00:30:41) - Prayer for the Church Family

Connection through Worship

Frazer Church — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:54:59 +0000

Watch the video version on youtube! https://youtu.be/Kt_vGrnrcdw

In this inaugural episode of the Frazer Forum podcast, host Will Adams sits down with Pastor Chris Montgomery and Jordan Sullivan (Minister of Music) to explore the vital role of connection in worship and church life. They discuss how authentic worship and community are fundamentally built on relationships - both with God and with fellow believers.

Key topics discussed:

The biblical definition of church as a gathered community, not just a building or programs
How worship involves both vertical connection to God and horizontal connection to others
The importance of being known and knowing others in your church family
Practical ways to bring worship into home life and family gatherings
Resources for creating meaningful worship moments outside of Sunday services
Why corporate worship strengthens individual faith through shared experience
The role of liturgy and language in connecting with God and others
How witnessing others worship through difficult circumstances strengthens our own faith

Resources and people mentioned:

"Living Room Liturgy" by Winfield Bevins
"Every Moment Holy" volumes 1 and 2
Benjamin Franklin and George Whitefield historical reference
Various biblical references including First Thessalonians, First Timothy, and the Great Commandment

Chapters

(00:00:02) - The Frazer Forum
(00:00:52) - Connection in Relational Relationships with the Church
(00:05:24) - Wonders of God: Connection in Worship
(00:11:24) - Worship as a Part of Home Life
(00:16:27) - How to Define Wonders
(00:18:36) - Living Room Liturgy by Winfield Bevins
(00:20:20) - "Every Moment Holy": Words for Life
(00:22:47) - Wonders of the World
(00:24:59) - Wonders of the World
(00:26:53) - Wonders of the World