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Serving our Armed Forces Spiritually | Ministry to the Armed Forces | Rev. Craig Muehler

LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces is vitally important to supporting chaplains in the United States military. In this episode Rev. Craig Muehler, director of the LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces, discusses the importance of this ministry, current projects, and what you can do to support military chaplains and their families. The Ministry to…

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Themes in Lenten Hymns | Peter Reske

In this episode, Peter Reske discusses the history and significance of three Lenten hymns. Peter Reske is Senior Editor of Music/Worship at Concordia Publishing House. Learn more about the Lutheran Service Book and the Lutheran Service Book Companion to the Hymns. Show Notes: Lent doesn’t have to be Holy Week… yet. The season of Lent…

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Spiritual Wellness in Remote Canada | LAMP Ministry | Rev. Dr. Steve Schave

LAMP Ministries have been promoting spiritual wellness and has been nurturing faith in Jesus Christ to those in remote northern Canada since 1970. In this episode, listen to the executive director of LAMP Ministry, Rev. Dr. Steve Schave, as he informs us about the challenges and opportunities of sharing the Gospel of Christ in this…

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Jesus’ Redemption Quest | Rev. Eric Eichinger

We love watching superheroes defeat villains in our media, but there is only one true hero for our world. Jesus Christ. In this episode, unpack what it means to be a part of Jesus’ redemption story with the author of Lord of Legends: Jesus’ Redemption Quest, Eric Eichinger.  To order Lord of Legends visit https://www.cph.org/p-34643-lord-of-legends-jesus-redemption-quest.aspx…

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Sanctity of Life | Deaconess Tiffany Manor

In this episode, Deaconess Tiffany Manor joins us to discuss the sanctity of life and what the LCMS’ Life Ministry is currently working on. Start teaching, from a young age, about the value of all life with Alive Before You Were Born. Learn more about how to witness in today's world with  Every One His Witness….

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How Faith and Films Intersect | Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Skopak

Let’s go to the movies! In today’s episode of the podcast, learn how films can reflect biblical narratives, characters, and themes. Rev. Dr. Jeffery Skopak is currently the senior pastor of Grace Lutheran Church and School in Florida.  Learn about his new book, Christ, Culture, and Cinema: How Faith and Films Intersect. You can find…

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Focusing Our Schedules on What Matters | Kayse Pratt

In this episode, meet the founder of Anchored Women, Kayse Pratt, as she introduces us to a philosophy to help us use our schedules and to-do lists by refocusing on biblical truth.   Kayse is a wife, a mom, and the founder of anchored-women.com.  Show Notes: We often can feel overwhelmed or scatterbrained when looking at…

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Ministry as a Military Chaplain | Rev. Travis Ferguson

Ministry happens in a multitude of locations, close to home and around the world. On this episode, Chaplain Travis Ferguson joins us to share his experience serving as an Air Force Chaplain in the Middle East. Chaplain Ferguson is a Captain in the United States Air Force. Learn about the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod’s Ministry to…

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BONUS | O Come, O Come Emmanuel | Peter Reske

Rejoice! Rejoice! LSB 357, O Come, O Come Emmanuel is one of the most recognizable Advent hymns in our hymnody. Learn from Peter Reske as he walks us through the history and meaning behind the text, tune, and themes of this beloved hymn. Peter Reske is Senior Editor of Music/Worship at Concordia Publishing House. Learn more…

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BONUS | Savior of the Nations, Come | Peter Reske

LSB 332, Savior of the Nations, Come is a favorite hymn during the season of Advent. Learn the story behind the tune, text, and translation of this beloved hymn. Peter Reske is Senior Editor of Music/Worship at Concordia Publishing House. Learn more about the Lutheran Service Book and the Lutheran Service Book Companion to the…

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