All Episodes

Altar/ed: Celebrating God’s Goodness
Join us as we talk with Mr. Allen Hester about our upcoming Spiritual Emphasis Event! Many times in scripture, we see where people built an altar to celebrate and remember God's goodness. These altars are opportunities for...

Welcoming the NSA Community
We are so excited to hear from Ruthie today! Ruthie is a student at NSA and serves on our Student Council as a welcome committee leader. As you will hear, her joy is contagious. Listen as Ruthie shares about our community...

Childhood Under Assault: The Impact of Technology
Are we unintentionally damaging our children? Join us today as we talk with Chris McKenna! Chris is a former middle school youth director and the founder of Protect Young Eyes, where he's been able to author many resources...

Good Kids Make Bad Choices: How Bark Can Help
Warning: Today's episode is about protecting your children from the dangers of technology. Due to the discussion of hard topics and statistics, parental discretion is advised. One thing is certain; childhood today is very...

The Secret to Cybersecurity: Think Before You Click
Today we are excited to have Scott Augenbaum on the podcast! Scott is a retired FBI agent and author. He has an abundance of wisdom in cybersecurity and brings many practical tips to help keep us safe. Listen as Scott...

Connections Through the Years at NSA
We are so excited to have Rachel Destree on the podcast today! Rachel was the very first student enrolled at NSA back in 1998! Listen as she shares what online school was like at the beginning and how her experience shaped...

Uniquely Created for God’s Purpose
Today we talk with Rachael Jenneman! Rachael served in children's ministry for many years and is now in broadcasting ministry, hosting her own radio show and podcast called Unique on Purpose. She is passionate about people...

Why Is Celebration So Important?
Join us as our host Stephanie Shafer talks about celebration today! Why is celebration important? Why is it that so often we forget to celebrate? Listen as Stephanie shares about the importance of celebrating in all...

Authentic Community and Vulnerability
Today the tables are turned! Join us as Kristi Velasquez interviews our host Stephanie Shafer around the topic of vulnerability. Listen as Stephanie shares the importance of being instead of doing. There is power in...

Dwelling in Unity Through Community
What is community? Why is it important? Listen as our Director Stephanie Shafer shares about the community here at NSA! Where do you find your community? If you are here at NorthStar and looking for somewhere to plug in,...