The Coffee Hour

As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let’s be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran.

The Coffee Hour is underwritten by the Concordia University System. Learn more at cus.edu.

Show Time: Monday-Friday at 9:00 a.m. Central Time
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The Coffee Hour — The Litany

What is the Litany and why is it important in the life of the Church?

The Coffee Hour — St. Matthias, Apostle (Rebroadcast)

Andy and Sarah talk with Dr. Robert Sorensen, Professor of Theology and Foreign Languages at Concordia University Chicago.

The Coffee Hour — Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia St. Paul

How are church work students formed at Concordia St. Paul?

The Coffee Hour — The Doctrine of Election

Has God chosen some to go to heaven and some to go to hell before they were even born?

The Coffee Hour — Preparing for Armed Forces Sunday

How can churches prepare to celebrate Armed Forces Sunday?

The Coffee Hour — Remembering Paul Devantier

For several decades the Rev. Dr. Paul W. Devantier served both the church and his neighbors graciously. The Lord, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, called His servant, Paul, to eternal rest on Nov. 30, 2025.

The Coffee Hour — Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia Chicago

How are church workers formed at Concordia University Chicago? The Rev. Dr. Kirk Clayton and Rev. Simeon Raddatz join us for a conversation!

The Coffee Hour — Prevallet Hymn Workshop & Festival: Celebrating Women Hymn Writers

Why is it important for the Church to encourage the creation of theologically rich and musically beautiful hymnody?