Podcast Episodes

From Dysfunction to Health: The Relational Journey with Dr. Justin Hannemann

Season 4 Episode 76

Dr. Justin Hannemann, founder of Grace Point Institute for Relational Health settles in for a deep and enlightening conversation. We uncover layers of his life as a husband, father, leader, and advoc…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

Exploring the Evolution and Impact of the Unite Leadership Collective

Season 4 Episode 75

Prepare to navigate the evolution of the Unite Leadership Collective (ULC) alongside Tania Hilton and Renee Bennett. Experience first-hand the excitement shared as we explore how the ULC's mission, v…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

Sports and Sermon Writing with Peter Nafzger

Season 4 Episode 74

What if the discipline and hard work you put in playing sports could be translated into a fruitful ministry? Join us in a captivating conversation with Peter Nafzger, a professor at Concordia Seminar…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

Forecasting Christian Congregations in 2050 - With Rev. Dr. Chris Holder

Season 4 Episode 72

What does the future hold for Christian congregations and pastoral formation? A stimulating conversation with Reverend Dr. Chris Holder, a catalytic church planner and lead pastor at Bethel Lutheran,…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

Uncovering the Collision of Doctrine and Leadership Development - Bonus Content

How do you bridge the gap between academic theology and the real-world needs of a diverse, modern congregation? That's the question we're answering with guests Chris Croghan and Sarah Stenson from Lu…

Published on 2 years, 3 months ago

Worship Wars: Exploring Music, Ministry, and More with Rev. Dr. Jim Marriott

Season 4 Episode 71

Jim Marriott, a committed musician, theologian, and pastor passionately reminisces about his lifelong journey with music and ministry. He shares about his childhood surrounded by church musicians, hi…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

Final Take-Aways on the 2023 LCMS Convention with Jerry Rau

Ever wonder what it takes to prepare for a large-scale church convention? Well, you're in for a treat as we sit down with lay delegate Jerry Rau. Jerry gives us an inside look at the intensity and ex…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

Lamenting, Listening and Liturgy - A Candid Discussion with President Brady Finnern

Season 4 Episode 70

Get ready to be enlightened as we welcome Brady Finnern, the insightful district president of the Minnesota North District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Brady pulls back the curtain on the i…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

Navigating Burnout and Stress in Church Leadership with Rev. Dick Koehneke

Season 4 Episode 70

Today we're joined by Reverend Dick Koehneke, an experienced voice and guiding force in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Reverend Koehneke sheds light on his conviction that God calls us to be fai…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago

Exploring Lutheran Heritage and Faith with Reverend Bill Hartley

Season 4 Episode 69

On today’s episode, we have an open and engaging conversation with Reverend Bill Hartley, who takes us through his unique faith journey - from the Jesus movement in the 70s, through various evangelic…

Published on 2 years, 4 months ago