God's Mission Here — LCMS National Mission
by KFUO Radio · 53 episodes
ReligionSpiritualityChristianity
God’s Mission Here spotlights the work that God is doing through His people... and this work is closer to home than you might expect! Listen as we chat with some very down-to-earth people who aren’t afraid to get their hands dirty in God’s mission field. Get inspired. Be encouraged. Get involved! Learn more at lcms.org/nationalmission.
Latest episodes
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27 min
S10Ep7. A Culture of Caring within Congregations | Rev. Jim Henkell
Rev. Jim Henkell describes how a culture of caring within congregations impacts a church worker toward wellness and invigoration for sharing the Gospel. Bio: Rev. Jim Henkell serve…
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26 min
S10Ep6. Peace-Making Congregations | Rev. Brady Finnern
What are the marks of a peace-making congregation, and how does this kind of peace-making culture impact the wellness of church workers? Not all the views expressed are necessarily…
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47 min
S10Ep5. Addressing Trends in Church Worker Health | Dr. Bev Yahnke & Rev. Dr. Greg Walton
Dr. Bev Yahnke and Rev. Dr. Greg Walton have both devoted their professional lives to caring for LCMS called church workers. Listen in as they discuss the alarming trends in recent…
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27 min
S10Ep4. The Impact of Lay Leadership on Church Worker Wellness | David Kuschel
Learn about the kind of impact lay leaders can have in supporting and caring for their congregation’s called workers. Learn how Concordia Plans cares for church workers at concordi…
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26 min
S10Ep3. Help Them Serve Well | Rev. Jonathan Manor
Rev. Jonathan Manor, Director of PALS and Continuing Education for the LCMS, shares ideas for congregations to show appreciation and share encouragement for their church workers. R…
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29 min
S10Ep2. Wholistic Wellness for Workers | Rev. Dr. Nathan Meador
What is a wholistic approach to wellness and how does it shape the way we steward our own lives? Rev. Dr. Nathan Meador joins Tiffany and Steph to share how caring for our workers…
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24 min
S10Ep1. Why Worker Wellness? | Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor & Stephanie Neugebauer
What is a distinctively Lutheran approach to church worker wellness and what does it have to do with God’s mission on earth? View the LCMS Wellness Wheel at lcms.org/workerwellness…
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31 min
S9Ep6. Men Matter in Family Ministry | Rev. Brandon Metcalf
Rev. Brandon Metcalf talks with Steph and Andy about his strategies for Family Ministry and why men play a vital role in the church and home. Bio:Brandon Metcalf currently serves a…
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35 min
S9Ep5. Family is Foundational | Rev. Dr. Todd Biermann
Rev. Dr. Todd Biermann joins Andy and Steph to talk about why family is so important in Christian theology and gives us simple habits that can make families stronger in both faith…
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31 min
S9Ep4. Family Ministry & Intergenerational Community | Deborah Jurchen
In this episode, our guest Deb Jurchen talks about the importance of intergenerational connectedness as it relates to Family Ministry in churches and homes. Bio:Deb Jurchen holds a…
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34 min
S9Ep3. Benchmarks of Faith | Mark Cook
Learn how recognizing milestones and benchmarks in the faith leads to healthy spiritual development for children and adults alike! Bio: Mark Cook is a graduate of Concordia Nebrask…
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34 min
S9Ep2. What is Family Discipleship? | Rev. Dan Galchutt
Rev. Dan Galchutt talks about the privilege of parents to pass down the faith to their children, and how the setting of the home is a prime training ground for young believers. Res…
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22 min
S9Ep1. LCMS Family Ministry | Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor, Rev. Andy Becker, Stephanie Neugebauer
What is Family Ministry and why is it so important for our church? Listen in as this episode will discuss what LCMS Family Ministry is all about. Resources:Email us at friendsforli…
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25 min
S8Ep6. Members of One Body | Rev. Michael Meyer and Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe
Members of One Body, a forthcoming workshop through the Office of National Mission, guides members from gathering, to belonging, to prospering as the body of Christ. Trained member…
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25 min
S8Ep5. Shepherding Our Strays | Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe and Rev. Clark Jahnke
Shepherding Our Strays guides congregations through the process of intentionally caring for inactive members. Using the imagery of a shepherd and sheep, members are categorized as…
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29 min
S8Ep4. Connect to Disciple | Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe and Rev. Derek Mathers
Connect to Disciple guides congregations through the process of building awareness for the church, creating connections with people in the community, nurturing and deepening those…
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28 min
S8Ep3. Serving in God’s Mission | Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe and Rev. Patrick Galligar
Serving in God’s Mission guides congregations through a consensus-based process of strategically planning for the future. This begins with an inventory of all the good things God i…
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37 min
S8Ep2. Every One His Witness | Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe and Rev. Dr. Mark Wood
Every One His Witness is a comprehensive guide for Lutheran Evangelism. Instead of putting pressure on ourselves to say just the right thing or to “win someone for Jesus,” Every On…
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35 min
S8Ep1. Introduction to LCMS Discipleship Ministry | Rev. Michael Meyer and Rev. Dr. Heath Trampe
The Office of National Mission offers a wealth of resources for individuals and congregations. From congregational self-studies, to Lutheran evangelism, to revitalization, there ar…
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30 min
S7Ep4. Barriers and Benefits to Congregational Stewardship with Pastor Jonathan Conner
Pastor Conner talks about the difference faithful stewardship can make in the life of a congregation. Bio:Pastor Conner serves the people of God in Manning, Iowa. He is an experien…