From the beginning, Parkview set out to spiritually influence the western suburbs of Chicago in relevant and relational ways. Sr. Pastor Ray Kollbocker came to faith in Christ because a Christian friend loved him without condition. His friend was more interested in relationship than reforming behavior. It was through that relationship Ray began to understand and experience the grace of God for the first time.
Welcome back to A New Season! This episode centers on Parkview’s core distinctives: a commitment to justice, women in leadership, and financial integrity.
Josh and Andy explore what these values really mean for the church community, sharing stories from their own experiences and discussing why these topics—sometimes risky or controversial—are worth the conversation. You’ll get a peek at how Parkview welcomes diversity, maintains transparency with its resources, and fosters open dialogue, all with their trademark humor and authenticity.
A night of worship, prayer, and communication of Parkview's vision going forward.
Speaker - Ray Kollbocker
Pastor Emeritus
Speaker - Christina Jackson
Connections Pastor
Speaker - Andy Klenke
Lead Pastor
Welcome back to A New Season! In this episode, Josh and Andy kick things off with laughter, diving into favorite movies and recent adventures—like Andy's family trip to Disney World, where meticulous planning and some clever line-hopping tips take center stage. From there, the conversation transitions to bigger topics happening at Parkview, celebrating a recent blowout success with their Renew project and the incredible generosity within the church community.
But at the heart of this episode, Josh and Andy pull back the curtain on what makes Parkview tick by digging into too-often-overlooked church “distinctives”—what sets their church apart from others in the neighborhood. They break down the unique “teaching team” approach, explaining why having a variety of voices preaching is intentional, strategic, and core to Parkview’s culture. You’ll also hear some insights into the direction of upcoming sermons, a fascinating AI analysis of Andy’s preaching themes, and a peek behind the scenes at planning their pastoral retreat.
Whether you’re here for stories, strategy, or spiritual insights, this episode gives you a genuine look at the heart and humor that define Parkview’s leadership during a time of transition. Grab your favorite zero-calorie drink, settle in, and enjoy this candid conversation about community, vision, and what’s next for Parkview!
Speaker - Matt Solie
Executive Pastor
Speaker - Andy Klenke
Lead Pastor
Speaker - Ray Kollbocker
Pastor Emeritus
Speaker BC
Guest Pastor
Speaker - Carlos De La Cruz
Creative Arts Pastor