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Beyond the Pew

Rock Springs Baptist Church

Beyond the Pew is a podcast from the ministry of Rock Springs Baptist Church intended to highlight various areas of ministry and the significance of church family.

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  • 20 episodes
  • fortnightly
  • Avg 51 min
  • English
  • S2 · E20
    August 17 · 1 hr 12 min

    with Angie DeVore

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Angie DeVore, a wife and active volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Angie shares: How she and her husband decided on RSBC as their church home, how she became heavily involved in the church through several ministries (children’s ministry, nursery, and connect camp), how she came to know the Lord as her personal savior, and how trusting in the Lord and His connections has allowed her to stay true to her faith and draw near to him.

  • S2 · E19
    August 3 · 52 min

    with Summer Milliken

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Summer Milliken, a faithful member, volunteer, and intern here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Summer shares: How her family came to know Rock Springs as their church family, how she became involved in the church through the children, youth, and young adult ministry, how she came to know the Lord as her personal savior, and how she has been able to grow and disciple with her church family as a children's ministry intern.

  • S2 · E18
    July 20 · 56 min

    with Madison Edwards

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Madison Edwards, a minister's wife and choir member here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Madison shares: How she grew up here at Rock Springs through the many ministries here, how she became involved in the church in many different areas, how she came to know the Lord as her personal savior, and how she has been able to grow and disciple with her church family and follow the Lord's calling as a minister's wife.

  • S2 · E17
    July 6 · 1 hr 15 min

    with Tim Thompson

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Tim Thompson, a husband, father, and choir member here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Tim shares: How he decided to join the church family here at Rock Springs, how he became involved in the church through the choir, how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how his passion for reaching others with the gospel has grown through his spiritual journey.

  • S2 · E16
    June 22 · 54 min

    with Jeff Conn

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Jeff Conn, a husband, father, and active volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Jeff shares: How him and his wife joined the church family here at Rock Springs, how he became heavily involved in the church through several ministries, how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how his salvation has helped shape his life towards one of discipleship and making Christ his priority.

  • S2 · E15
    June 8 · 37 min

    VBS: Deep Dive

    Beyond the Pew is back! This week, Denton and Dru describe, discuss, and delve into the annual church-wide event VBS (Vacation Bible School), and the amazing impact it has on our church and community. For this deep dive, listen to the perspectives of 5 volunteers and 2 middle school students as they talk about their role in Rock Springs VBS and how this ministry has impacted them through service alongside their church family.

  • S2 · E14
    March 16 · 41 min

    D-Now: Deep Dive

    This week, Denton and Dru describe, discuss, and delve into the annual student event D-Now (Disciple Now), and the amazing impact it has on our church. For this deep dive, listen to the perspectives of 3 volunteers and 5 students as they talk about how important Disciple Now has been in their Christian walk and has provided a unique opportunity to fellowship with the church family at Rock Springs.

  • S2 · E13
    February 23 · 44 min

    with Tom O'Leary

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Tom O’Leary, a husband and active volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Tom shares: How he grew up at RSBC after his family’s move to Easley, how he became heavily involved in the church through several ministries (children’s ministry, student ministry, and young adult ministry), how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how involvement in the church has helped shape his life towards one of discipleship and Christ at the center. Don’t miss this imperative conversation about the significance of being committed to your church family and personal faith, how being present and consistent is important to both your faith and family, and how we should take advantage of the opportunities God has given us as believers.

  • S2 · E12
    February 9 · 1 hr 1 min

    with Derek Roper

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Derek Roper, a husband, father, deacon, choir member, bible fellowship teacher, and active volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Derek shares: How him and his wife joined RSBC after their move to Easley, how he became heavily involved in the church through the choir and bible fellowship, how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how being involved in the church has shaped his life as a believer. Don’t miss this important conversation about the significance of being positive and encouraging about your faith and church, making an impact for Christ through your input and output, and how we should continue to learn and grow every day as believers in Him.

  • S2 · E11
    January 12 · 52 min

    with Mike and Cindy Perry

    BEYOND THE PEW IS BACK!!! New episodes bi-weekly in 2026! This week, Denton welcomes Mike and Cindy Perry, two full-time GIMI (Global Impact Ministries International) missionaries sent into the field from Rock Springs. In this episode, Mike and Cindy share: How their family decided to join RSBC for their church home, how easy it was to become heavily involved in the church, how they both came to know the Lord as their personal savior, and how they accepted the call to full-time ministry. Don’t miss this encouraging conversation about the need to listen to our Heavenly Father, letting Christ lead as the lamp to our feet, and how God's plans always supersede our own.

  • Dec 23, 2025 · 27 sec

    2026 Update

    Listen for a quick update on Beyond the Pew!

  • S2 · E10
    Dec 15, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min

    with Kim Chapman & Shannon Galloway

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Kim Chapman and Shannon Galloway, two dedicated and active volunteers here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Kim and Shannon both share: How their families decided to join RSBC as their church home, how both became heavily involved in the church through the children's ministry, how they both came to know the Lord as their personal savior in different ways, and how they have been able to make a difference for Christ within the healthcare industry. Don’t miss this impactful conversation about the unconditional love of God our Father, being a light for Christ in the workplace, and the influence you can have on fellow believers as a consistent volunteer.

  • S2 · E9
    Dec 8, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min

    with Randal Dosier

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Randal Dosier, a husband, father, grandfather, choir member, and active volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Randal shares: How his family was called to join and serve at RSBC, how he became heavily involved in the church through the choir and mission trips, how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how the Word of God has been the cornerstone and comfort of his life. Don’t miss this important conversation about the significance of being enthusiastic about your faith, making an impact for Christ within your community and area of reach, and the great calling we as believers have to obey God and share His good news.

  • S2 · E8
    Dec 1, 2025 · 58 min

    with Jason Frisch

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Jason Frisch, a husband, father, and active member & volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Jason shares: How his wife and daughter challenged him to commit his relationship to the Lord, how he became heavily involved in the church after converting to the faith, how he was able to use his gifts and his story to impact others for Christ, and how our church family has truly felt like a supportive Christian village to his family. Don’t miss this impactful conversation about the importance of being bold in your faith, finding your impact within the church family and the body of believers, and the great significance patience has on consistently displaying a Christ-like manner.

  • S2 · E7
    Nov 24, 2025 · 48 min

    with Brian Hale

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Brian Hale, a father, grandfather, bible fellowship teacher, and active middle school volunteer here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Brian shares: How he grew up at RSBC, how he became heavily involved in the student ministry as a volunteer after nailing down his faith, how he was able to start multiple ministries to share God's word in the public schools, how he has seen the great impact mission trips have on your walk, and how our church family can help support these important ministries. Don’t miss this important and powerful conversation about the need to have God present in our schools, how sharing the name of Jesus and his word in any situation can impact countless souls, and the importance of being patient and showing the love of Christ every single day.

  • S2 · E6
    Nov 17, 2025 · 1 hr 6 min

    with Scott Holliday

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Scott Holliday, a husband, father, and active volunteer for our technical ministry here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Scott shares: How his family chose to join our church after visiting, how he became heavily involved in the technical ministry, how he came to know the Lord as his personal savior, and how him and his family have been able to become an integral part of the family here at Rock Springs. Don’t miss this imperative conversation about the need to be obedient to God, how God can utilize us for His glory, and the importance of making a difference for Christ in our day-to-day life.

  • S2 · E5
    Nov 10, 2025 · 51 min

    with Johnnah Williams

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Johnnah Williams, a minister's wife, active volunteer and encourager, and choir member here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Johnnah shares: How she was able to visit and join our church as a college student, how she decided to become involved in several ministries and eventually found her calling, how she came to know the Lord as her personal savior, and how she has been able to become an integral part of the family here at Rock Springs. Don’t miss this impactful conversation about the need to be involved in church, how God uses our situations for His glory, and the importance of being obedient to our savior.

  • S2 · E4
    Nov 3, 2025 · 43 min

    with Kathy Carter

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Kathy Carter, a wife, active volunteer, bible fellowship teacher, Death's Door director, kids town helper, and choir member here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Kathy shares: How she was able to grow up at our church and gradually become an integral part of our church, how the church family and her d-group has helped her during times of trouble, how she came to know the Lord as her personal savior, and how she has been able to truly become part of the family here at Rock Springs. Don’t miss this important conversation about finding encouragement, following God, and the importance of being an active part of your church family.

  • S2 · E3
    Oct 27, 2025 · 36 min

    Death's Door: Deep Dive

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome five guests to discuss and delve into Death's Door, an RSBC annual real drama "that takes you from here to eternity!" This non-traditional episode gives the perspective of directors, actors, counselors, and staff about the great impact this unique ministry makes year in and year out. Give this episode a listen to learn more about the work and collaboration it takes to successfully display this drama ministry year in and year out.

  • S2 · E2
    Oct 20, 2025 · 42 min

    with Carson Edwards

    This week, Denton and Dru welcome Carson Edwards, a husband, associate minister of music, pianist, and leader here at Rock Springs. In this episode, Carson shares: How he discovered his calling through his childhood, how he was able to get involved in the music ministry, how he came to know the Lord at a young age and strives to make him an integral part of his life, and how imperative music and worship has become to his spiritual life. Don’t miss this impactful conversation about finding the beauty of worship, how following God consistently allows for His will to happen through us, and the significance and power of God's amazing grace.

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