Join us on a captivating journey in our latest podcast episode. Dive into the Fallout video game series, a stark landscape ravaged by nuclear conflict, where we explore its reflection of the complex moral landscapes we navigate in real life. From the tough decisions players face to the inspiring stories of characters seeking redemption, we delve in…

In this episode, we discuss the advice we (as old gamers) would offer to younger gamers in today's day and age.Register for CROSSFIRE Camp: 7th-12th grade summer day camp in Denver, Bozeman, Billings in 2024 - http://crossfire.campConnect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Fac…

On this podcast, our hosts discuss their favorite moments gaming with friends and why creating community over games is such an important aspect of gaming.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFaithGamingJoin our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.…

In the latest episode of "Crossfire: Faith + Gaming," hosts Brian and David dive deep into the world of video game age ratings, unpacking their complexities and the impact they have on players and families alike. Throughout the discussion, they share their personal experiences and insights, highlighting what they appreciate and criticize about the …

In this episode of "Crossfire: Faith + Gaming," we dive deep into the satirical universe of Helldivers 2, exploring the layers beyond its surface humor and relentless action. Join us as we unravel the complex interplay between faith, ethics, and the depiction of interstellar warfare, examining what this game tells us about society, morality, and ou…

This episode of "Crossfire: Gaming Unleashed" tackles the gaming industry's burning question: Is Microsoft transitioning away from Xbox consoles? Amidst rampant rumors suggesting a shift towards a multi-platform strategy, we cut through the speculation to analyze the potential implications for the future of gaming. Without incorporating faith persp…

🎉🚀 Get ready for an electrifying episode of The Crossfire Podcast! 🎙️ Join the dynamic trio, Russ, David, and Brian, as they dive into a thrilling reflection of their 2023 goals! 🌟 Did they hit the mark or face unexpected twists? Find out in this rollercoaster of revelations!But that's not all! 🔮 They're setting bold and ambitious goals for 2024, a…

Russ, David, and Brian discuss what gifts to get for your nerd, geek, and gamer friends. We also touch on what to avoid getting them this holiday season.Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

In this episode, our hosts dive into the exciting world of gaming to discuss their picks for Game of the Year 2023. They explore a variety of titles from different genres, analyzing the gameplay, story, graphics, and innovation of each contender. Find out which game stands out in 2023 and which title we think will earn the coveted title of Game of …

🔥 Dive into a world where gaming and imagination collide in the latest episode of the Crossfire Faith and Gaming Podcast! Join hosts Russ Dornisch, Brian Swift, and Pastor David Petty as they explore a variety of surprise questions. This episode is packed with surprises, creative ideas, and a special segment where our hosts respond to unexpected qu…

Rev. David Petty Drops a BOMBSHELL About Crossfire Ministry’s 6-Year Journey: Regrets, Revelations, and Raw Truths!Hold onto your seats as Rev. David Petty, alongside co-hosts Russell Dornisch and Brian Swift, peels back the curtain on the tumultuous and triumphant 6-year journey of Crossfire: faith+gaming! 🚀 Dive into a no-holds-barred discussion …

🎮🕹️ Dive into episode 56 of CROSSFIRE Faith and Gaming Podcast! Join hosts Russ Dornisch, Rev. David Petty, and Brian Swift as they explore the intersection of video games and faith in youth ministry. From discussing the evolution of 'nerd culture' to exploring practical ways of incorporating video games into church and youth services, this episode…

Welcome to this week's episode titled "All I Really Need to Know, I Learned from Video Games (and Many Lessons We Had to Learn the Hard Way)." 🎮🙏 Join us as we dive deep into the life lessons we've picked up from our favorite games and explore how they intersect, complement, or even clash with our faith-based values. From the ethics of teamwork to …

Embark on a harmonious journey where gaming and melodies intertwine in our Crossfire:faith+gaming episode! 🎮🎵 Join hosts Russell Dornisch, Rev. David Petty, and Brian Swift as they explore the spiritual and emotional impact of video game music. From nostalgic chiptunes to epic orchestral scores, we journey through genres and uncover the spiritual r…

David and Brian discuss their greatest letdowns in video games, what caused them, and how they feel about those experiences today.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/F…

Join Rev. David Petty, Russell Dornisch, and Brian Swift as they review the unforgettable Crossfire Camp hosted by Crossfire:faith+gaming. Discover how faith and gaming intersected to create a transformative camp experience filled with joy, growth, and camaraderie. From heartwarming testimonies to epic gaming competitions, this episode celebrates t…

Join hosts Russ, David, and Brian as they respond to intriguing letters from listeners across the nation. The letters spark discussions about the religious undertones in games, moral decision-making, and depictions of sin and redemption. These letters also inspire our hosts to share personal gaming experiences and strategies, analyze game mechanics…

Russ, David, and Brian discuss how to deal with life when it changes and how games may have some insight into resilience.Register for Camp: crossfire.campConnect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.insta…

Russ, David, and Brian Discuss all of the games announced between the various showcases for 2023. They discuss some interesting developments in hardware, and how to deal with FOMO (fear of missing out) when there's so many interesting games to play, but not nearly enough time.PlayStation Showcase 2023Register for Camp: crossfire.campConnect with CR…

Listen to our latest podcast about how to deal with toxic gamers and toxic gaming environments.Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

We discuss Star Wars, Spirituality, the Force, Redemption, and more!Register for Camp: crossfire.campConnect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/Follow us on Twitter - twitter…

Brian Swift and David talk about the fishing game Dredge, which features a mystery story and a unique inventory management system. They discuss the game's themes of time management and priorities,They also discuss MLB The Show which features new baseball rules, Negro Leagues, and more. They also discuss the importance of baseball history and the ro…

We discuss our plans to host a summer camp for gamers in the Denver area July 16-21, 2023!Register for Camp: crossfire.campConnect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/Follow u…

We explore the intersection of faith and technology in the gaming industry. We dive into the ethical considerations surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in gaming and will provide a unique perspective on the benefits and drawbacks of this rapidly-evolving technology. Gain insight into the future of gaming and AI, the impact it will have o…

Join us on our journey as we explore the intersection of faith and gaming in our latest podcast episode. Our hosts, avid gamers themselves, share their predictions and excitement for the hottest video game titles of 2023 and how their faith influences their passion for the gaming community. From action-packed titles to spiritual and reflective game…

We discuss the latest news and how each person's motivation for playing games is unique.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/Follow us on Twitter - twitter.com/churchfo…

Russ and Dave are joined by guest host Brian to discuss a combined list of 56 games everyone should try.In this week's news:Nintendo directNintendo Infographic Shows Every Title Featured In September's DirectPS state of PlayEverything Shown At Latest PlayStation State Of PlaySony Confirms Original PSVR Games Are Not Compatible with PSVR2 - IGNAssas…

Russ and Dave are joined by Brian again to discuss the upcoming games they are each looking forward to.Gamescom 2022: The Biggest Announcements, Trailers, and Previews - IGNhttps://www.ign.com/articles/all-new-...Netflix's BioShock Movie Sounds Like It Could Be Incrediblehttps://www.ign.com/articles/opinion-...Meta Quest Pro — what we know about Me…

Dave joins guest host Brian Swift in discussing upcoming news and how the Media we consume helps create the world around us.Troubled Star Wars Video Game Remake Shifts to New Studiohttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-08-22/star-wars-knights-of-the-old-republic-remake-kotor-changes-studioSony Being Sued for £5 Billion Over PlayStation Store…

Join Russ and Dave in discussing the latest in gaming news along with their discussion about the future of physical media and how it relates to the reformation.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www…

Russ and Dave record LIVE from annual conference in Helena, Montana.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/Follow us on Twitter - twitter.com/churchforgamersFollow and Su…

Join Russ and Dave as we discuss the latest happenings in the gaming world and how Top Gun: Maverick is really a story about forgiveness.Connect with CROSSFIRE: linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfir…

Join Russ and Dave as we discuss the latest happenings in the gaming world and some updates about what's happening with us!Connect with CROSSFIRE: https://linktr.ee/crossfirepodcastLike our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow us on Instagram - www.instagram.com/crossfirecast/…

Rev. Steve Petty shares his lenten devotional entitled "A Talk with Peter - Good Friday of Holy Week". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Rev. Steve Petty shares his lenten devotional entitled "A Talk with Peter - Maundy Thursday of Holy Week". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Rev. Steve Petty shares his lenten devotional entitled "A Talk with Peter - Wednesday of Holy Week". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Rev. Steve Petty shares his lenten devotional entitled "A Talk with Peter - Tuesday of Holy Week". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Rev. David Petty introduces Lent Week 3 "A Talk with Peter - Monday of Holy Week". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Slow Gaming News Week:PS State of Play - Hogwartshttps://www.gamesradar.com/hogwarts-legacy-state-of-play-announced-for-this-week/Elden Ring - 2nd Most Successful Launch in 12 months (behind COD Vanguard)https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/elden-ring-launch-success/Movie News:Russ watches Shawshank Redemption for the first time in 28 years. Manage…

Rev. David Petty interviews his father, Rev. Steve Petty about his lenten devotional entitled "A Talk with Peter". This first-person account of the Gospel of Mark brings new life to an old text.You can find the daily "A Talk with Peter" podcast here:https://open.spotify.com/show/2MODtDO8LQgbCKJa5Ri2r6…

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Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersPS Acquires Bungie - Makers of Destiny, Original HALO, More studio acquisitions on the way https://www.polygon.com/22910849/sony-buys-bungie-destiny-2-multiplatform-playstation“Destiny 2 will stay on all current platforms and expand to new platforms”(Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 4, PlayStati…

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamershttps://news.microsoft.com/2022/01/18/microsoft-to-acquire-activision-blizzard-to-bring-the-joy-and-community-of-gaming-to-everyone-across-every-device/Connect with CROSSFIRE:Like our Facebook Page - www.facebook.com/CrossFireFai...Join our Facebook group - www.facebook.com/groups/XFUMCFollow …

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Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamers24 Hours, 3 Communities, ALL CHARITY.Join us at Twitch.tv/crossfirepodcast on January 7-8, 2020 5pm - 5pmWe will be raising money for UMCOR to support their efforts in tornado relief. Help us in our goal to raise $3000. ALL donations will go straight to UMCOR where 100% of the donation will go…

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersRuss and Dave talk about the latest news for December 2021 including their picks for Game of the Year.Game of the Year Nominees:https://thegameawards.com/nomineesConnect with CROSSFIRELike our Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/CrossFireFaithGamingJoin our Facebook group - https://www.fa…

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersMovies:Uncharted Trailer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHp3MbsCbMgThe Batman https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqqft2x_Aa4Ghostbusters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahZFCF--uRYGames:Battlefield 2042 introduces a non-binary character, a first for the serieshttps://www.pcgamer.com/battlefield-…

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersRuss and Dave discuss the latest news and how we can all learn from our mistakes and learn from the stories of scripture.News:Bluepointhttps://gamerant.com/bluepoint-playstation-sony-acquisition-remakes-bloodborne-metal-gear-solid/PS Introducing Free Game Trialshttps://www.nme.com/news/gaming-…

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersWe take a look at the top 45 video game movies according to Rotten Tomatoeshttps://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/video-game-movies-ranked-worst-to-best/Bởi Rev. David Petty and Russ Dornisch

Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/churchforgamersRuss and Dave discuss the Latest news below and David gets interviewed on the Rethink Church Compass Podcast:CEO John Gibson Steps Down After Comments on Texas Anti-Abortion LawTripwirehttps://www.ign.com/articles/tripwire-interactive-ceo-john-gibson-steps-down-following-controversial-comments…