“Church is really a longevity sport.” – Pastor Peter Haas
This week on Unscripted, Pastors Dino and DeLynn Rizzo take you to the heart of Minneapolis for a powerful and authentic conversation with Pastors Peter and Carolyn Haas of Substance Church, one of ARC’s earliest church plants (#15)! They’re also joined by their Executive Pastor, Nate Puccini, who shares his own journey from business owner to ministry leader.
From Peter’s radical nightclub salvation story, to planting Substance in one of the most unchurched cities in America, this episode is filled with unforgettable moments:
- The Origin Story: how a DJ and a high school sweetheart followed God’s call to reach young, educated, unchurched people in Minneapolis.
- Leading Together: Peter & Carolyn’s honest look at co-leading as a married couple and how conflict, teamwork, and growth comes through fighting for each other.
- The Long Road: Eight buildings fell through before they finally moved into their miracle space. They share how perseverance, faith, and miracle stories shaped their family and church.
- The Heart of Substance: creative ministry, outreach to thousands of families each week, and a calling to reach the nations through their city.
- Advice for Planters & Leaders: raw lessons about sacrifice, resilience, family priorities, and why you must not quit.
Whether you’re a church planter, a ministry leader, or just someone needing encouragement in the fight of faith, this episode will remind you that God still does miracles, and your story is still being written.
