Not Alone

Brandon Pickett talks with Joel Schofield about the UK now being an unreached people group (below 2% Christian), the severe pastoral shortage, and the UK Fellowship Network’s work to build healthy churches, mission, and leadership.

When the unthinkable happens in an instant, how do you keep going? On this episode of the Not Alone podcast, Andy and Linda Barrick share the story of a devastating night that changed their family forever—and how their faith in Jesus became a platform to share the gospel.Their journey reveals the sustaining power of prayer, the presence of the Holy Spirit in the midst of deep brokenness, and the unexpected ways God can use pain for His glory.Visit hopeoutloud.com to learn more or invite them to your church.The Not Alone podcast is a production of the SBC of Virginia.

Brandon Pickett talks with Michael Morisi of the Family Foundation about two proposed Virginia constitutional amendments on the November ballot—one on marriage and one on abortion. They unpack the deceptive wording, what the amendments would actually allow, and why churches and Christians should speak up and vote no. Resources: stand4lifeandmarriage.org and familyfoundation.org.

In this episode of the Not Alone Podcast, Brandon Pickett welcomes Niky Brooks, the new children's ministry director at SBCV. With her rich background in children's ministry and a passion for service, Niky offers valuable insights into the evolving landscape of ministry for children.

Dr. Stephen Müller, Dean of the School of Music at Liberty University, joins Not Alone to talk about forming musicians who serve the church with skill, humility, and a heart for the gospel. From the classroom to Sunday morning, he shares how Liberty is training the next generation of worship leaders, educators, and artists to be Champions for Christ—and why local churches don’t have to do this work alone.