The Coffee Hour — Teaching Hymns to the Next Generation

Why are hymns important for young adults, and how can we teach young people to love and appreciate hymnody? Rev. Kevin Twit, founder of Indelible Grace Music, joins us!

The Coffee Hour — Set Apart To Serve: Sharing the Love of Church Work Vocations, Part 1

Concordia University students studying to become church workers had the chance to share about church work vocations at Higher Things Conferences this summer. Young Adult Representatives (YARs) Brianna Pike and Josh Rueter join us!

The Coffee Hour — Mercy Stories: District Disaster Response Coordinators

How is relief organized after a community experiences a disaster? Rev. Trae Fistler and Ms. Janet Simko join Andy, Sarah, and guest co-host Rev. Kevin Robson for Episode 7 of Mercy Stories!

The Coffee Hour — Catechesis and the Catechism (Rebroadcast)

Rev. Peter Bender and Rev. Dr. Al Espinosa talk about the importance of catechesis.

The Coffee Hour — Mercy Stories: Caring for Body and Soul in Disaster Response

What does mercy work look like immediately following a natural disaster? Joel and Kathy Matthews join Andy, Sarah, and guest co-host Rev. Kevin Robson for Episode 6 of Mercy Stories!

The Coffee Hour — Christian Caregiving for People Suffering with Depression and Anxiety

How does a Christian care for someone suffering with depression and anxiety? The Rev. Dr. Stephen Pietsch joins us!

The Coffee Hour — LCMS Worship Institute: Connecting with Fellow Church Musicians

How has the LCMS Institute on Liturgy, Preaching and Church Music helped form musicians and church workers over the years? Kathy May shares her story!

The Coffee Hour — Mercy Stories: Shepherd’s Canyon Retreat

Why is giving attention to wellness and mental health important for church workers in today’s cultural context? Rev. Kevin Bueltmann joins Andy, Sarah, and guest co-host Kevin Robson for episode 3 of our series on Mercy Stories.

The Coffee Hour — Rebuilding a Piece of History in New Minden, IL

The 1847 historical sanctuary, parsonage and school at St. John’s Lutheran Church in New Minden, IL, was destroyed by a tornado and subsequently rebuilt. How does this building serve the community of St. John’s and New Minden? Rev. Tim Mueller joins us!

The Coffee Hour — Set Apart To Serve: Caring for Mind and Body as a Church Worker

How does a Director of Parish Music serve in the church? Jacob Roggow shares his story!