From small-town Midwest girl to ground-breaking medical doctor, from pioneering homesteader to Lutheran pastor’s wife, Dr. Bessie (Efner) Rehwinkel’s life was anything but humdrum. In this history- and drama-packed episode, Sarah tells her story.
To learn more about Bessie Rehwinkel, check out the following resources:
- Bessie Rehwinkel (CPH Heroes of Faith series) by A. Trevor Sutton
- Dr. Bessie by Alfred Rehwinkel
To listen to other “Story Time with Sarah” episodes—featuring faithful women throughout history—visit the KFUO Radio online archive.
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The Lutheran Ladies Lounge is the podcast produced by KFUO Radio and hosted by Sarah Gulseth, Erin Alter, Rachel Bomberger, and Bri Gerzevske. Created for Lutheran ladies to have a place to escape to with inviting conversations, laughter, and fellowship with Lutheran sisters, we invite all of you Lutheran ladies to join Sarah, Erin, Rachel, and Bri on the sofa in the Lutheran Ladies Lounge to sit, rest your feet, and stay a while. If you’re a Lutheran lady, join us in our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge.
