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Back to SearchSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: PSD President Mike Gibson Talks Koinonia Gathering
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This special bonus episode of Lead Time features Rev. Dr. Mike Gibson, President of the Pacific Southwest District (LCMS), join…
Published on 10 hours ago
What the Data Reveals: LCMS Districts, Growth, and the Future of the Church
Episode 95
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What if we could see how the LCMS is really doing — district by district?
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Published on 3 days, 9 hours ago
Square vs. Tower: Why the LCMS Needs Both
Episode 94
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The LCMS is wrestling with a familiar question: are we keeping …
Published on 1 week, 3 days ago
LCMS Barrier Breakers Revisited: How Far Should We Go?
Episode 93
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The LCMS is wrestling with a familiar question: are we keeping distinct…
Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago
LCMS Pressure Point: Are SMP Pastors the Future or a Threat?
Episode 92
Pastor Andy Greer went from fundraising for the Nebraska Cornhuskers to preaching from the pulpit at Messiah Lutheran Church. His story shines a light on one of the most controversial discussions in …
Published on 3 weeks, 3 days ago
Faith vs. Feelings: Why the LCMS Might Have It Wrong...
Episode 91
Are emotions a weakness—or a vital part of faith?
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Published on 1 month ago
Pastoral Leadership in a Divided Church
Episode 90
In this powerful Lead Time episode, Tim Ahlman sits down with Rev. Mark Brandt — pastor, coach, and longtime leader in the Michigan District of the LCMS. Together they tackle deep and timely question…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
LCMS in Freefall? Hard Truths About Pastors, Pews, and the Future
Episode 89
Is the LCMS truly facing a pastoral shortage — or do we have too many pastors and too few people in the pews? In this bold Lead Time episode, Tim Ahlman and Jack Kalleberg sit down with Tim Wood (Ad …
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
LCMS Circuit Success Story: How Collaboration Can Actually Work
Episode 88
Most LCMS circuits struggle with collaboration—but not Pastor Joshua Reber’s. In this success story, Josh shares how his circuit has built healthy rhythms, a thriving newsletter, men’s retreats, and …
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Responding to Evil: A Christian Reflection on the Charlie Kirk Assassination
This special Lead Time episode is unlike any other. Pastor Tim Ahlman is joined by his father, Pastor Dave Ahlman, to reflect on the tragic recent events shaking our nation—the assassination of Charl…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago