Join Jason Ellis and his guests as they dive deep into the Word of God and offer practical applications to everyday problems, empowering parents and students to have courageous conversations regarding critical cultural issues. Courageous Conversations is a production of Briarcrest Christian School.
Turning the Classroom into a Mission Field - with Special Guest Brandi Vanzant
Jason sat down with Brandi Vanzant, BCS Elementary STEM teacher, for an inspiring conversation on her faith journey, growing from challenges and tragedy, and unplanned Gospel moments that emerge out of studying the wonders of God’s creation with her students.
Favorite takeaways:
Everyone has immense value because they’re created by God – nobody is a mistake.
Every lesson plants eternal seeds.
The value of doing the “next right thing” and developing habits that orient us toward obedience today.
24 Sept 2026
Leaning on God During Uncertain Seasons - with Special Guest Matt Saunders
Jason Ellis joins Matt Saunders (BCS HS Athletic Director) for an inspiring conversation about trusting God through uncertainty, leading with a purpose that goes beyond winning on the field, and pointing our student-athletes to something eternal.
Key Highlights:
Comfort is the enemy of growth, and growth happens in the valley – not the mountaintop
Building the Briarcrest Leadership Academy
Fight, Finish, Faith — Matt breaks down the philosophy behind these three words now emphasized throughout our athletic department
Matt also recounted his experience coaching at Ole Miss under Ed Orgeron, his high school and youth football coaching experience, and how his experience in the world of corporate franchising led him back to a leadership role at BCS.
9 Sept 2026
Life as a Missionary in Japan - with Special Guest Cameron Wright
Japan: one of the most advanced nations on earth, yet less than 0.5% Christian. Some people there have never even heard the name Jesus.
Briarcrest alum Cameron Wright ('16) shares how high school Ecuador trips at BCS planted a seed that led him, his wife, and their kids to move across the world for the gospel.
🇯🇵 In this episode, learn why Japan has been called a "missionary graveyard" — and why Cameron was called to raise his family there for God's glory.
"There's sacrifices involved, but what God calls you to is worth it."
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