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 Lutheran Ladies’ Lounge} Book Club Wrap Up: The Saints of Whistle Grove

Author and fellow Lutheran lady Katie Schuermann joins Rachel, Sarah, and Erin in a recap discussion of the latest Lutheran Ladies’ Book Club selection, The Saints of Whistle Grove.  

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!

The Coffee Hour — Young Adult Volunteers at the LCMS Youth Gathering

How do Young Adult Volunteers (YAVs) serve at the LCMS Youth Gathering? Brandon Heath, Laura Courvoisier, Wes Gong, and Leah Baranski join us to share their experiences!

The Coffee Hour — The Puritan Movement, Ep. 4: Calvinism, Arminianism, and the Religious Question in Parliament

What was the state of the Church of England when Charles I became king? Join us for Episode 4 of The Puritan Movement with Rev. Dr. Cameron A. MacKenzie!

The Coffee Hour — Mercy Stories: Project 24

How does Project 24 change the lives of students and families in Kenya? Britt Odemba joins Andy and guest co-host Rev. Kevin Robson for the second installment of our series on Mercy Stories!

The Coffee Hour — LCMS Worship Institute: Composing Music for the Church

How do musicians serve the church in music composition? Kile and Jacqueline Smith share their stories!

The Coffee Hour — Set Apart To Serve: Building Relationships as a Lutheran Teacher

How does a Lutheran teacher build relationships with students, families, and colleagues? Debbie Armbruster shares her story!

{The Lutheran Ladies’ Lounge} Sarah Goes to School: Making Decisions

Sarah covers how to recognize and defeat the “Four Villains of Decision Making” — narrow framing, confirmation bias, short-term emotion, and overconfidence.