Here She Stands

Abbie Tang lives in Alberta and is currently studying through the Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary in St. Catharines, Ontario. Originally from China, Abbie moved to Canada eleven years ago to seek a new life free from the restrictions and censorship of her communistic homeland.In this interview, Abbie talks about growing up as an atheist in communist China and how her interest in Western ideologies eventually led her to research and accept Christianity.Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary (St. Catharines)https://concordia-seminary.ca/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

In this episode, Lexy is joined by Lisa Jackson, the director of Lutheran Hour Ministries in Canada. Lisa talks about what is involved in her work, why she chose to study at Concordia Theological Lutheran Seminary in St. Catharines, and the high standards to which the church's pastors are trained.Lutheran Hour Ministries Canada:https://lll.ca/Lectionary Learning Resources:https://lll.ca/category/lectionary-learning-pages/Concordia Lutheran Theological Seminary:https://concordia-seminary.ca/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Today’s guests are husband and wife, Jai and Kaitlyn Raynor, from Caboolture in Queensland. Jai is a mortgage broker who owns his own business and Kaitlyn teaches food economics at a high school.In this episode, both Jai and Kaitlyn share their fascinating journeys into Lutheranism. Kaitlyn, once a Pentecostal, became Lutheran by conviction through theological discussions with her husband. Jai was originally raised as Hindu Hare Krishna in Hawaii, but later moved to Melbourne where he briefly experimented with Scientology. Through the influence of a family member, Jai became a Christian and tried a number of churches before finding peace and assurance in Lutheranism.Raynor Lending Solutions:https://raynorlendingsolutions.com.au/‘The Value of a Confessional Lutheran Education’ with Kaitlyn Raynor:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBGwx-zX1kE&t=1sHERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Gertraud and Beck Prenzler are mother and daughter from Adelaide in South Australia. Gertraud is married to Rev. Michael Prenzler, who is seminary development officer for Lutheran Mission - Australia.In today’s episode, Gertraud and Beck recap the joys and challenges of 2025 and how they, as a family, endured the numerous hardships that came against them.HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Standing Firm is a new Australian confessional Lutheran magazine. In this episode, Peter Wittwer and Karl Jericho talk about the purpose behind starting this publication and what type of edifying content Aussie Lutherans can expect to find.Creative Word Fellowship:https://cwfellowship.net/To read a free cut-down version of past Standing Firm issues:https://cwfellowship.net/magazine/To purchase an online or printed issue, please email Creative Word Fellowship at [email protected] SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Merry Christmas! May the peace of God be upon you this season as you remember the coming of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ.In this episode, Sonja, Lexy, Kim, and Sally-Anne sit down and talk about the year that has been, the year that is coming, and what they have learnt in between. They share some of their favourite Christmas traditions and read out and respond to some entries from listeners. Lexy also shares the gift of a Christmas whinge and Kim ends the episode with a beautiful Christmas reading and prayer. Enjoy!“Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” (which means, God with us). - Matthew 1:23HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

In this episode, Altamira Noble, Dianne Steele, and Lucy Jacobson share their experiences of moving their families internationally in response to changes within the Lutheran Church of Australia. They discuss the role of Scripture and personal conviction in their decision-making process and give us a glimpse into the spiritual and emotional preparation involved in uprooting their lives and starting over in a new country.HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Carolyn Berry is a retired seamstress living in South Australia. As a young woman in the 1970’s, Carolyn enrolled in the Australian deaconess training program with the hopes of becoming a deaconess in the Lutheran church.In this episode, Carolyn shares her experience training to be a deaconess and talks about her hopes for the future of deaconesses in Australia. She also shares her love of ecclesiastical sewing and sends an encouraging message to young women who want to serve more intentionally in their home congregations.SHOWNOTESLutheran Hour Ministrieshttps://www.lhm.org/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Jesus on the Road is an Australian blog and podcast hosted by Annalyn Russell. In this episode, Annalyn talks about why she started Jesus on the Road, what it is all about, and how she turns ordinary moments into opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ.Jesus on the Roadhttps://jesusontheroad.com/Jesus 4 Generationshttps://jesus4generations.com/Annalyn’s Recommendations“Toxic Empathy” by Allie Beth Stuckeyhttps://www.amazon.com.au/Toxic-Empathy-Progressives-Christian-Compassion/dp/0593541944/ref=sr_1_1?crid=37LPAC995MMBO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9jE9bWNLV5O8VPFAdR8oAW-E-Tl0RKkwt4eUZq5oBijmazhuU_yaa3bA-hYyvp4nzmbb40yJUQDV_r4SYUCscf2kqpfW3xtmn7u8BMaqUlfCc-MdAIWH5sB_mpjEp3VqXZgkWuMrgiuWHbRWOInkOIdR9ZL4pvSuIqIIx97m4vUFZAAx2vLYXwPRyIsGetLtV87fuFH75G1GQB3XIdN2jf5TD5iRLm5KOR4macU-T7bas_SWanBx014YDHe5S2ybrqNM9SDXMoQ35Yl6l-HAbOjsieTEnlGOgQMJ9MgTH4w.QdtCk3289T2WSLI_5h1psJpZPCGdlLRTTkZKbPDBHJ0&dib_tag=se&keywords=toxic+empathy&qid=1750850515&sprefix=toxic+empathy%2Caps%2C488&sr=8-1Richard Wurmbrandhttps://www.amazon.com.au/s?k=richard+wurmbrand&crid=2KW12Y1FMRSG7&sprefix=richard+wurmbran%2Caps%2C353&ref=nb_sb_noss_2Creation Ministrieshttps://creation.com/-----------------------------------------Lutheran Ladies' Retreat on PrayerHosted by the Lutheran Mission - Australia, Toowoomba Region 14th -16th November, 2025Lutheran Heights Youth Camp in Coolum, QueenslandTo register or to find out more, you can email Heather at [email protected] or phone Katy on 0428 974 157.Registrations close at the end of October.-----------------------------------------FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Pastor Matthias Prenzler and Deaconess Kathleen Mills are a pastor/deaconess ministry team who serve at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Shepparton, Victoria. In this conversation, they discuss their independent, yet complimentary offices, and answer questions about their professional relationship and how they make it work.REGISTER FOR SHE PRAYS 2025https://cwfellowship.net/she-prays/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Kimberley Pfeiffer is the blog manager and writer for Here She Stands. In October 2025, she will be a guest speaker at the She Prays Women’s Retreats in South Australia and Victoria. This episode will give you a glimpse into what Kimberley has been up to since returning to Australia in 2024, as well as what she enjoyed most about her studies at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis.Find out more or register for a She Prays Women’s Retreat:https://hereshestands.online/she-prays-womens-retreat/Creative Word Fellowship:https://cwfellowship.net/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ 

Lisa Cooper is a poet and writer from Ithaca, New York. In this episode she talks about her new poetry book, Hasty Corporeal Ink, which was published in November 2024.Lisa also delves into many poetry-related topics, including the different poetic forms she uses in her book and how Christians use poetry to teach the faith. She also treats us by reading aloud a selection of her poems. Enjoy!Purchase ‘Hasty Corporeal Ink’https://www.amazon.com.au/Hasty-Corporeal-Ink-Lisa-Cooper-ebook/dp/B0DNGDZ9YCLisa’s Websitehttps://www.lkcooper.com/about.htmlRecommended Lutheran PoetsMadelyn Rose Craig - https://madelynrosecraig.com/Alexander Ogden - https://substack.com/@theundergroundseminarianListen to Flamehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZQ9zxHXES05sJ0RigMvCrQFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online

Sandra Rhein is an LCMS deaconess and sacred music educator from Indiana, USA. In October 2025, she will be coming to Australia to be a guest speaker at the She Prays Women’s Retreats. These retreats are a collaboration between Creative Word Fellowship and Here She Stands and will be held in both Victoria and South Australia.Listen in as Sandra shares a little bit about herself, her work, and her passion for the Lutheran hymnal. She will also give us a sneak peak into what she will be teaching at the retreats.Find out more or register for a She Prays Retreat:https://cwfellowship.net/she-prays/Find our more about Creative Word Fellowship:https://cwfellowship.net/Find Here She StandsListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/

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In this uplifting final episode of Season 4, Sonja chats with Elizabeth Matuschka, a pastor's wife, midwife, and mother from Rainbow, Victoria. Elizabeth shares how she became Lutheran and discusses her life in Rainbow, where her husband serves multiple congregations. She also shares her journey of becoming a mother despite facing years of fertility challenges, and how prayer and patience in God's timing carried her through.FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Elizabeth Jentz, an American deaconess, loves to travel the world and serve others. She came to Australia earlier this year where she met up with Lexy and presented talks on deaconesses to the Tasmanian Lutherans.In this episode, Elizabeth shares her testimony of becoming Lutheran, why she decided to become a deaconess, and how she serves women in the sex industry.Elizabeth’s deaconess presentation in Hobart, Tasmania:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HKAcCrcUNc&t=2782sMinistries for women in the sex industry:Light in Darkness Ministry (USA)https://lightindarknessministry.com/Rahab Ministries (Australia)https://www.rahab.com.au/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Christa Petzold is a LCMS pastor’s wife, homeschool mum, PHD student and published author from Illinois, USA.Her non-fiction books, Journey Through Church History, Gathered by Christ: The Overlooked Gift of Church, and Male and Female: Embracing Your Role in God’s Design are all available from Concordia Publishing House (https://www.cph.org/christa-petzold).In today’s episode, Christa talks about her new romance trilogy, New Augsburg. She shares the inspiration and purpose behind these novels, as well as delves into how fiction, especially Lutheran fiction, can edify and build the Church.SHOW NOTESChrista’s Website:https://christapetzold.com/Purchase Christa’s Non-Fiction Books:https://www.cph.org/christa-petzoldPurchase Christa’s New Augsburg Trilogy:https://www.amazon.com.au/New-Augsburg-Book-Christa-Petzold/dp/B0CLYQ962Q/ref=pd_bxgy_d_sccl_1/358-5023182-2326968?pd_rd_w=hgXqz&content-id=amzn1.sym.1c6f9587-494b-47bd-8f5c-bac92bc069c7&pf_rd_p=1c6f9587-494b-47bd-8f5c-bac92bc069c7&pf_rd_r=FB5ZP5RPW7XN1Z8QR36F&pd_rd_wg=uWn8m&pd_rd_r=f7538437-335f-4e71-88f2-faea7931b078&pd_rd_i=B0CLYQ962Q&psc=1List of Lutheran Fiction Writers:Rachel Kovaciny - http://www.rachelkovaciny.com/Katie Schuermann - https://katieschuermann.com/Sarah Baughman - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Sarah-Baughman/author/B017VCE9XI?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueLisa Clark - https://www.cph.org/the-messengers-series-set-of-3Christina Hergenrader - https://christinahergenrader.com/books/  HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Today's guest is Meg Pearce from Adelaide and hospitality is one of her favourite things to talk about and practice! In this episode she digs into the spiritual side of hospitality and how it mirrors what Christ has done for us. She also leaves us with some practical tips on how to make our hospitality experience stress-free.BIBLE VERSESMatthew 10:40Matthew 25:35Luke 14:12-14Romans 12:131 Timothy 3:21 Timothy 5:9Hebrews 13:21 Peter 4:93 John 1RESOURCESThe Gospel Comes with a House Key: Practicing Radically Ordinary Hospitality in Our Post-Christian World - by Rosaria Butterfieldhttps://reformers.com.au/products/9781433557866-gospel-comes-with-a-house-key-the-practicing-radically-ordinary-hospitality-in-our-post-christian-world-butterfield-rosaria-champagne?variant=10888087142443&currency=AUD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwurS3BhCGARIsADdUH52YGttervSSEQzK8W4uCf4OmVQqWty5Wx-G4TLuMsU87Ui486E2jGUaAm3aEALw_wcBBible Verses About Hospitality https://scripturesavvy.com/bible-verses-about-hospitality/Mother Teresa Quoteshttps://www.vaticansite.com/st-mother-teresa-quotes-smile/FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Maricel Theodorsen was born in the Philippines and moved to Australia when she married her husband, Joseph. In this episode she talks about the incredible way God sustained her through a dark childhood, depression, and times of doubting His care for her.BIBLE VERSESMark 10:23 - All things are possible with GodRomans 8:28 - God works all things together for those who love HimThe Book of JobThe PsalmsRESOURCESA Hobbit Devotionalhttps://www.amazon.com.au/Hobbit-Devotional-Ed-Strauss/dp/1616267437Luther’s Small Catechism - Hard Copyhttps://www.cph.org/luthers-small-catechism-with-explanation-2017-edition-large-printLuther’s Small Catechism - Free Online Versionhttps://catechism.cph.org/Chris Jaensch Musichttps://chrisjaensch.com/Pastor Joshua Pfeiffer’s YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/@JoshuaPfeifferFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Pastor Joshua Pfeiffer lives in Tarrington, Victoria, and serves as a Lutheran pastor within the LCANZ. In 2020, he moved to St. Louis, Missouri for the purpose of pursuing a PhD in Theology at Concordia Seminary. He and his family returned to Australia in mid-2024. Pastor Joshua is married to Kimberley and together they have four children.In this episode he teaches us about the imagery the Bible uses to describe the Christian life.SHOW NOTESWEBSITESPastor Joshua’s YouTube Channel:https://www.kairoslutheran.com/BOOKSJust Word: Understand the Fullness of the Gospel by J.A.O. Preushttps://www.cph.org/just-words?srsltid=AfmBOoo_itgM4Pq6cVygaCMIBe05ocAsFcMT-qRLih4-e1lJZossVuUHFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Today’s guest is Kelly Klages*, a Lutheran artist, hymn writer, and author from Manitoba, Canada. Some of Kelly’s past work includes illustrating books for Kloria Publishing, writing articles for publications such as the Canadian Lutheran, and hymn writing for the LCMS.In this episode, Kelly talks about her numerous creative projects, how her Lutheran theology impacts her art, and her deep love for all things Hercule Poirot!*Lexy mispronounces 'Klages' at the beginning of the interview. It is pronounced K-l-AY-g-es with a hard 'g'KELLY’S WEBSITEhttp://www.kellyklages.com/HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

This recording is of a poem that was sent to us as an entry for our 2024 Christmas Special. It was written by Rev. Joseph Theodorsen from Western Australia and when both of our husbands heard it, they encouraged us to also release it separately and make it more available to listeners.Thank you to Rev. Joseph Theodorsen for giving us the artistic freedom to recite and produce his work and for Enoch Fandrich for letting us use his recording of 'Ave Verum.'To listen to 'A Christmas Poem' without music:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=61Ym5Xk-1I8-------------------------------------------------'A Christmas Poem'Written by Rev. Joseph TheodorsenRead by Lexy BourneMusic:'Ave Verum' by Everett TitcombPerformed by Enoch Fandrich - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_lq3aokIEw

Advent and Christmas are upon us! In this episode, we are joined by our friend Meryl, and together we read out and respond to our listeners’ Christmas traditions, stories, and poems. Thank you to everyone who sent in an entry!May the grace and peace of our Heavenly Father be with you during this Christmas season.RESOURCESWhen Santa Learned the Gospel - Book by Simon Camillerihttps://www.amazon.com.au/Santa-Learned-Gospel-Simon-Camilleri/dp/1911272896The Nativity Story - Movie about the birth of Christhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0762121/Into the Lantern Waste - Music album by Sarah Sparkshttps://open.spotify.com/track/0BwJG2YoRQtrNObNAuPuoyHistory of the Jesse Treehttps://store.homeschoolinthewoods.com/blogs/words-from-the-woods/the-history-of-the-jesse-tree?srsltid=AfmBOoojh936uuXW8OFGVU91cjoCBX06qTdeWXQed_nFk5vcHg25gH0sJesse Tree Ornament Collection by Ad Crucemhttps://www.adcrucem.com/products/ad-crucem-advent-jesse-tree-collection?srsltid=AfmBOorFR3nsDqmbDmcKc49oVRTbhZiPqFlPCjGj_Pq5ZsQiRp2TPqKDFIND USListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Kaitlyn Raynor is a primary school teacher from Queensland and a convert to Lutheranism. In this episode she talks about the value of a confessional Lutheran education, as well as the challenges she and her husband have faced since becoming Lutherans.RESOURCESLuther’s Small Catechismhttps://www.cph.org/luthers-small-catechism-with-explanation-2017-editionTreasury of Daily Prayerhttps://www.cph.org/treasury-of-daily-prayer-regular-edition?srsltid=AfmBOopoR1YFW9Uh46WScciMg06UrqN0v-tqhLw8fVpctIWSOP17G1wpExplanation of the Lord’s Prayerhttps://wolfmueller.net/the-psalter-and-the-lords-prayer/FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Coralie Pietsch is originally from South Australia, but has been living in the USA since mid-2023. She is married to Dr. Stephen Pietsch, who serves as an associate professor at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri.Coralie shares her story of growing up in the Lutheran church, meeting Stephen, and learning to trust God during times of uncertainty.RESOURCESComplete audio Bible read by David Suchet:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jx_65lT1pUc&list=PLs0kYUO87ryQ58A2PZGnrHd4Ie1zFPzbnIssues, Etc. Podcast:https://issuesetc.org/category/podcast/FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Evie, Kimmy, Isabelle, and Malia send in their questions about the divine service for Dr. Kleinig to answer!This mini Q&A was originally part of a larger episode we did with Dr. John Kleinig on the divine service. During the editing process, we decided to release it separately.

Before retiring from his position as a seminary professor, Dr. John Kleinig lectured on the liturgy for decades. In today's episode, he talks with us about what goes on in the divine service and how Jesus meets with us when we gather together for worship.BIBLE VERSESExodus 20:8-11 - Keep the Sabbath day holyMatthew 16:19 - Christ gives St. Peter the keys of the kingdomMatthew 18:20 - Christ is present when two or three are gathered in His nameMatthew 28:5-6 The angel’s words to Mary at Christ’s empty tombLuke 10:16 - He who hears you, hears MeLuke 22:27 - Christ is the One who servesLuke - Road to EmmausJohn 1:14 - The Word (Christ) became flesh and dwelt among usJohn - The resurrected Christ appears to the disciplesHebrews 4:14-16 Jesus is our great high priestWEBSITESDr. Kleinig’s Website - https://www.johnkleinig.comBOOKS BY DR. KLEINIGGrace Upon Grace: Spirituality for Todayhttps://www.cph.org/grace-upon-grace-spirituality-for-todayWonderfully Made: A Protestant Theology of the Bodyhttps://koorong.com/product/wonderfully-made-a-protestant-theology-of-the-body_9781683594673?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwyo60BhBiEiwAHmVLJY6ToU9iV-62ScuVNCeTGYwlyZZR8IY0hfJJuNbukfktHCfvvUlKeBoCOzsQAvD_BwELeviticus: Concordia Commentaryhttps://www.cph.org/leviticus-concordia-commentaryHebrews: Concordia Commentary https://www.cph.org/hebrews-concordia-commentaryFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today’s episode, Lexy and Sonja are joined by Wanita Wood from Colorado, USA. Wanita and her husband Tim are the owners of Ad Crucem (https://www.adcrucem.com/), a store dedicated to making and selling confessional Lutheran items.Listen in as Wanita shares her testimony of becoming Lutheran, how Ad Crucem began, and the importance of having a faith that goes beyond “mere expression” and lip service.WEBSITESAd Crucem’s Bloghttps://www.adcrucem.news/Ecclesiastical Sewing - a store that creates and sells liturgical garments and linenhttps://www.ecclesiasticalsewing.com/RESOURCESFree downloadable resources from Wanita’s churchhttps://www.trinitylutherandenver.com/resources/Luther’s sermons read by Pastor Bryan Wolfmuellerhttps://wolfmueller.co/luthersermon/That documentary Lexy watched about cathedralshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iS6E78hdsFoFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Ready for Church is a brand new Australian podcast hosted by father-daughter duo, Pastor Sam and Ruby. Each episode is aimed at helping Lutheran families prepare for the upcoming divine service by working through and explaining the lectionary readings.In today’s episode, Pastor Sam and Ruby talk about why they started Ready For Church, how parents can foster a love for church in their children, whether children should attend Sunday School, and how getting ready for church should extend far beyond Sunday morning.You can find the Ready for Church Podcast on all major podcasting platforms as well as YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@ReadyforChurchpodcast). If your children would like to send in a drawing or receive a shoutout in an upcoming Ready for Church Episode, they can email Ruby at [email protected] can also find Ready for Church on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564641092586PODCASTSIssues, Etc.https://issuesetc.org/category/podcast/ARTICLES“Comfort For Those Tending to the Lord’s Littlest Sheep” by Keri Wolfmuellerhttps://wolfmueller.co/littlelambs/“Worldview Is Formed by Age 13: Who’s Shaping Your Kids?” by Jen Oshmanhttps://www.jenoshman.com/jen-oshman-blog/n6pb5opplj5kaq12ihl4gahklx7oc1BOOKS“Mama Bear Apologetics” - Hilary Morgan FerrerChildren’s worldview are set around 12-13 years - Chapter 1, pgs. 32-33https://reformers.com.au/products/9780736976152-mama-bear-apologetics-empowering-your-kids-to-challenge-cultural-lies-ferrer-hillary-morgan?_pos=4&_sid=c310dab30&_ss=rFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Today’s episode is all about Natural Family Planning (NFP). Our guests are Meg Pearce and Chelsea Pietsch from Adelaide, South Australia.Meg and Chelsea have both used NFP as part of their own fertility journeys and Chelsea is currently retraining as an NFP practitioner. Listen in as they share their own experiences with this natural method and unpack how it works. We hope that this conversation emphasizes the importance of using NFP with wisdom and aligning it with God’s plan for marriage, family, and parenthood. BIBLE VERSESGenesis 1 - God calls His creation ‘good’Genesis 1:28 - God commands Adam and Eve to be fruitful and multiplyPsalm 127:3-5 - Children are a blessing from the LORDEcclesiastes 3:1-8 - There is a time for everythingSong of Songs - Ancient Hebrew love poetry1 Corinthians 7:1-5 - Temporarily abstaining from sexual intimacy within marriage for the purpose of prayer and fastingHebrews 2:6-8 (quoting Psalm 8) - Christ made lower than the angelsWEBSITESAustralian Council of Natural Family Planninghttps://acnfp.com.au/Billings Methodhttps://billings.life/en/Creighton Methodhttps://creightonmodel.com/NaPro Technology https://naprotechnology.com/Australasian Institute for Reproductive and Restorative Medicine https://www.airrm.org.au/Lutherans for Life Australia - includes public statement on birth controlhttps://www.lutheransforlife.lca.org.au/public-resources/lca-public-statements/BOOKS“This is Your Brain on Birth Control” by Dr. Sarah E. Hillhttps://www.sarahehill.com/your-brain-on-birth-control/FIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today’s episode, Lexy and Sonja are joined by Lisa Cooper from Ithaca, New York.Lisa is a senior copywriter for a Christian media company called Revelation Media, as well as a freelance writer and poet. When she is not writing, she is involved in various ministries on campus at Cornell University.For those of us who are well acquainted with Lutherans on YouTube, she is married to Lutheran pastor, professor, theologian and author, Dr. Jordan Cooper of the Just and Sinner Podcast. Together they have two sons, Jacen and Ben.We invite you to listen in as Lisa shares her story of becoming Lutheran, how she met Jordan, and the spiritual practices they implement into their family’s everyday life. She also discusses the importance of theological education for women and the need for women-specific theological resources.WEBSITESLisa’s Website - https://www.lkcooper.com/American Lutheran Theological Seminary - https://www.alts.edu/Revelation Media - https://www.revelationmedia.com/Barna Group - https://www.barna.com/DR. JORDAN COOPERWebsite - https://www.jordanbcooper.com/YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@DrJordanBCooperJust and Sinner - https://www.justandsinner.org/Just and Sinner Publishing House - https://www.jspublishing.org/Just and Sinner Podcast - https://justandsinner.libsyn.com/APPSBlue Letter Bible - a Bible commentary apphttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.blueletterbible.blb&hl=en&pli=1Catena - a Bible app with verse-by-verse commentary from the church fathershttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.catena&hl=en_AUiBIBLE - a visual and interactive Bible app by RevelationMediahttps://www.i.bible/BOOKSPaul E. Kretzmann’s Commentaries - https://www.amazon.com.au/s?i=books-single-index&rh=p_27%3APaul+Kretzmann&s=relevancerank&text=Paul+Kretzmann&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1Concordia Publishing House Commentarieshttps://www.cph.org/c-2890-concordia-commentaryJust and Sinner Commentarieshttps://www.jspublishing.org/complete-catalogue/category/scripture-and-commentariesFIND HERE SHE STANDSListen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newestFacebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Welcome to our very first Q&A! Last month we asked our listeners to send in their questions relating to 1 Corinthians 11, which talks about headship within the Christian marriage and head coverings. Today’s guest is Dr. Gregory Lockwood from Adelaide, South Australia. Dr. Lockwood is an emeritus professor who has worked at Concordia Theological Seminary at Fort Wayne, Indiana, as well as at the Australian Lutheran College in Adelaide. His commentary on 1 Corinthians was published by Concordia Publishing House in August, 2000 and has been distributed worldwide. We hope that this episode will serve you in your own personal study of God’s Word on these topics.   COMMENTARIES 1 Corinthians Commentary by Dr. Gregory Lockwood https://www.cph.org/1-corinthians-concordia-commentary First Epistle to the Corinthians Commentary by Gordon Fee https://reformers.com.au/products/9780802871367-nicnt-first-epistle-to-the-corinthians-fee-gordon-d   VIDEOS Mike Winger - Women in Ministry Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HQSlQLYQsE&list=PLZ3iRMLYFlHuBtpJlwi7F5JYw3N5pKyLC   BIBLE VERSES Genesis 1:26-27 - God creates male and female in His image Genesis 2:23 - Adam’s poetry to Eve Exodus 20:3 - The First Commandment (of the Ten Commandments) Psalm 19:5 - poetic metaphors of the sun Proverbs 31:23 - A godly woman brings honour to her husband’s reputation John 5:39 - The Old Testament testifies of Jesus Christ John 10:30 - Jesus and the Father are one John 13:15 - Jesus gives His disciples an example to follow John 13 - Jesus washes his disciples feet at the Passover Feast John 14:28 - The Father is greater than the Son John 21:15-17 - Jesus instructs Peter to pastor His people Acts 14:23 - Paul and Barnabas appoint elders in the church Acts 17:18 - Paul debates the Greek philosophers Acts 20 - Paul calls the pastors together Romans 6 - Christians are dead to sin and alive in Christ 1 Corinthians 1:12 - divisions within the church at Corinth 1 Corinthians 6:12 - “all things are permissible for me” - a Greek Stoic belief 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 - Paul’s instructions to the church regarding male headship and head coverings 1 Corinthians 14:23 - when the church assembles together 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 - women are to abstain from judging prophetic words in the church assembly 1 Corinthians 15:32 - “let us eat and drink for tomorrow we die” - a Greek Stoic belief Ephesians 5:22-33 - Paul’s instructions to husbands and wives 1 Thessalonians 2:20 - Paul calls the church “his glory” 1 Timothy 2:11-12 - women are not to have pastoral authority over men in the church assembly James 1:15 - Warnings against letting your temptations grow and becoming sinful acts James 3:17 - The characteristics of a wise Christian 1 Peter 3:1-5 Peter’s instructions to Christian wives and husbands 1 Peter 5:2 - Peter’s exhortation to the elders   OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED VI: Theses on the Office of the Ministry -  Theses of Agreement of the Lutheran Church of Australia and New Zealand (LCANZ) https://lca.box.net/shared/static/eu94q385nbnfae2lzs12.pdf   EPISODE TRANSCRIPT https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AFt4u47SLSuZ5cffugcXqSSgMqIiRAXw/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115810904247971165084&rtpof=true&sd=true   FIND US Listen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HereSheStandsPodcast Website - https://hereshestands.online/    

In today’s episode, Sonja and Lexy chat with Karen Kerber from Tanunda in the Barossa Valley. Karen is married to Paul, a Lutheran minister and together they have six grown children. Karen and Paul have both completed extensive training through Ambassadors of Reconciliation - an organisation that equips people to respond to conflict biblically.  They were also heavily involved in the biblical reconciliation ministry of the Lutheran Church of Australia for several years. In the first part of today’s episode, Karen digs deep into what the gospel of Jesus Christ is and explains why it is so important. She also takes us through some of the most popular misconceptions that people have about the gospel and explains what the truth is. Afterwards, she rolls up her sleeves and helps us apply the gospel to our everyday lives, especially within our own homes.   Karen not only provides us with valuable teaching on this foundational truth, but she also gives practical demonstrations to give us ideas on how to proclaim the gospel within our own homes and communities.   QUOTES “The Gospel is so clear that it does not need a great deal of interpretation, but it wants to be carefully looked at and deeply taken to heart” - Martin Luther “The Gospel gives peace to the aching soul and awakens our hearts so we joyfully serve God and each other, giving glory and thanks to our Heavenly Father” - Karen Kerber   BIBLE VERSES Romans 5:8 Galatians 5:1 1 Peter 2:24   RESOURCES RECOMMENDED BY KAREN Ambassadors of Reconciliation - Bookmarks https://www.aorhope.org/bookmarks Ambassadors of Reconciliation - “Proclaiming God’s Forgiveness” Download https://www.aorhope.org/product-page/proclaiming-god-s-forgiveness-form Martin Luther’s Small & Large Catechisms - https://www.cph.org/martin-luthers-small-and-large-catechisms    FIND US Listen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Elisabeth Dreckow grew up in the church and her proud Lutheran heritage dates back many generations. However, she didn’t fully realise the richness of Lutheran theology until several years ago. In today’s episode, Elisabeth shares her story of rediscovering her faith and the importance of not neglecting the rich Lutheran theological resources available to us. In the second half of the conversation, we dig into the topic of God’s design for marriage and how the distinct roles that He gave to husbands and wives are good and beautiful gifts that benefit us.   Q&A WITH DR. GREG LOCKWOOD ON 1 CORINTHIANS 11 Please submit your questions to [email protected] by Tuesday, 16th April, 2024. The Q&A will be aired on Tuesday, 7th May, 2024 on YouTube and all major podcasting platforms. About Dr. Lockwood:  https://alc.edu.au/about/alc-staff/view/greg-lockwood/ Buy his commentary on 1st Corinthians: https://www.cph.org/1-corinthians-concordia-commentary Read 1 Corinthians 11: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1+Corinthians+11&version=ESV   EPISODE SHOWNOTES   BOOKS ‘Broken’ by Jonathan Fisk https://www.cph.org/broken-7-christian-rules-that-every-christian-ought-to-break-as-often-as-possible ‘Small Catechism for Kids’ https://www.cph.org/luthers-small-catechism-for-kids ‘A Reader’s Edition of the Book of Concord’ https://www.cph.org/concordia-the-lutheran-confessions-a-readers-edition-of-the-book-of-concord-2nd-edition   BIBLE VERSES 1 Corinthians 11 - Paul’s passage on God’s order for man and woman/headcovering passage Genesis 3:16 - The Fall makes unity within marriage more difficult.  Ephesians 5:22-32 - Paul’s instructions to husbands and wives 1 Peter 3:1-7 - Peter’s instructions to husbands and wives 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - Efficacy of the Word 1 Timothy 3:1-7 - Qualifications of a pastor   FIND US Listen Here- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today's episode, Lexy chats with Meryl Schiller from Adelaide, South Australia.  Meryl is a public servant who works within the environment sector, as well as with Indigenous communities. We invite you to listen in as Meryl shares her story and talks about how she has navigated the challenge of living out the gospel whilst working under workplace restrictions on expression of faith.  Through her experiences, she highlights the power of having genuine conversations, asking thought-provoking questions, and trusting in Jesus' grace and mercy.   BIBLE VERSES Psalm 139:9-10 John - chapters 3, 7, 19 - Nicodemus Matthew 10:16 Romans 13 - submitting to governing authorities   FIND US Podcast Episodes- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2MDhR6Qa8DrTNl8Xvtj_0w Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today’s episode, we chat with sisters Bec Nuske and Danielle Brown from Pinnaroo, South Australia. Together they share their stories of how they became Lutheran. Both coming from a Pentecostal background, they embarked on a faith journey that led them to question their theology and seek a deeper understanding of God's Word. Through the guidance of discernment ministries and the study of Scripture, they discovered the beauty and simplicity of Lutheran theology, especially the doctrine of vocation.   FIND US Listen Here - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today’s episode, Sonja and Lexy talk with Brianna Graham, a pastor’s wife from Lowood, Queensland.  Brianna shares her personal journey with infertility and miscarriage. With vulnerability, she reveals the challenges and heartbreak she has faced, whilst offering hope and encouragement to women who may be experiencing similar struggles. Through Bible verses and words of wisdom, Brianna shares valuable advice for women going through infertility and miscarriage, emphasizing the importance of leaning on support networks, taking time to heal, and surrendering to God's plan. Her story serves as a reminder that even in the midst of pain, there is hope and God's love remains unwavering.   BIBLE VERSES Isaiah 40:11 Romans 8:38-39 John 14:27   RESOURCES A comforting blog post for women who have experienced miscarriage - written by Rev Matt Harrison https://mercyjourney.blogspot.com/2010/04/luther-comfort-for-women-who-have-had.html?m=1&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email   FIND US Podcast Episodes- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

In today’s episode, Lexy is joined by a range of young women* who recently attended the Young Adults Retreat in Halls Gap, Victoria. This annual retreat is hosted by Creative Word Fellowship and offers teaching sessions, fellowship, and free time for exploring the beautiful surroundings. This year’s guest speaker was Pastor Brian Kachelmeier from Crown of Life Lutheran Church in Texas. Brian is the author of Reading Isaiah with Luther and has been a frequent guest on the Issues, Etc. and Thy Strong Word radio programs. *Some of the attendees being interviewed are 7 and under. Episode may include criticisms of the camp plumbing, breaking into song, and cornflakes. —--------------------------------------------------------- CREATIVE WORD FELLOWSHIP CWF’s previous episode with Here She Stands:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jy2E-3zcTFc&t=2s Website: https://cwfellowship.net/   PS BRIAN KACHELMEIER Listen to Ps Brian: https://www.kfuo.org/tag/brian-kachelmeier/ Ps Brian’s book: https://www.amazon.com.au/Reading-Isaiah-Luther-Brian-Kachelmeier/dp/0758660065 Biography: https://www.redeemertheologicalacademy.org/pastor-kachelmeier/   BOOKS The Story Bible https://www.cph.org/the-story-bible Luther’s Small Catechism for Kids https://www.cph.org/luthers-small-catechism-for-kids Follow & Do Gift Set https://www.cph.org/follow-and-do-boxed-gift-set-pack-of-6 Pew Sisters https://www.cph.org/pew-sisters-ebook-edition Illuminated Hymnal https://www.cph.org/the-illuminated-hymnal Ladylike: Living Biblically https://www.cph.org/ladylike-living-biblically   OTHER Psalm 62 is chanted and lead by Sarah Richter Ruby’s previous episode with Here She Stands:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvCxzCyL_HY&t=929s   FIND US: Podcast Episodes- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!

Yoga is a popular practice today, especially among women. But what exactly is it? Is it simply a relaxing form of exercise or is there a deeper spiritual meaning to it? Today we are joined by former yoga instructor and meditation coach, Tatiana Overduin from Adelaide, South Australia. Tatiana will explore the origins, beliefs, and potential consequences of yoga from a Christian perspective. She will also discuss its spiritual aspects, the use of Sanskrit words, and the subtle influence that this practice can have on Christians. This thought-provoking conversation challenges Christians to reflect on what practices they choose to participate in and why the “empowerment” message found in today’s culture is contradictory to the Christian life of repentance and humility. SHOW NOTES This is Tatiana’s second appearance on the Here She Stands Podcast. Here is her first episode on the topic of the Christian’s identity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRnq5Nz3nyI&t=1270s We misreferenced some of the Bible verses in today’s episode. Here are the correct references: Matthew 18:6 1 Peter 5:6-8 Ephesians 4:27   Find Us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/    - you can also sign up to our newsletter here!

In today's episode, we chat with Tara, a mother of two children with severe disabilities. She opens up about the mixed emotions, guilt, and feelings of inadequacy that often accompany raising children with special needs. However, she also highlights the profound joy and blessings that her children bring to her life. Tara discusses her family's reliance on God's comfort and provision, finding solace in knowing that her children's salvation is secure through baptism. She emphasizes the importance of celebrating small achievements and cherishing the unique qualities of her children, even in the face of societal pressures to 'fix' them. Through her intimate experiences, Tara offers insight and encouragement to families navigating similar challenges.   SHOW NOTES Hymn 415 “Whatever God Ordains Is Good” - S. Gastorius (1674), Lutheran Hymnal with Supplement, verses 4-6   FIND US HERE Podcast Episodes- https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Website - https://hereshestands.online/ - you can also sign-up to our newsletter here!  

In this episode, hosts Lexy and Sonja sit down for a friendly chat to reflect on the incredible journey that the podcast has been. They discuss the joys and challenges of running the podcast, sharing stories and testimonies that have touched their hearts. They express their gratitude for the support and encouragement they have received, and the impact that the podcast has had on listeners. The hosts also discuss future plans for the podcast and share their personal experiences and changes happening in their lives.  SHOW NOTES: Stay tuned for Season 2 on the 16th of January!!! We pray that you are blessed and encouraged!

In this episode of Here She Stands, Julie Klenick, wife of the LCA's Interim Ministry Pastor focusing on reconciliation, shares her insights and experiences in supporting her husband in this important ministry. The conversation explores the challenges and joys of reconciliation ministry, the biblical foundations for conflict resolution, and the role of forgiveness in restoring relationships. Julie highlights the importance of addressing conflict in a biblical manner and shares resources and advice for individuals navigating conflict in their own lives. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Julie emphasizes the transformative power of reconciliation and the role of the Holy Spirit in guiding individuals and communities through the process of healing and restoration. Listeners are encouraged to embrace conflict as an opportunity for proclaiming the gospel and to seek reconciliation in their relationships, both within the church and in everyday life.   SHOW NOTES:   Lysa TerKeurst - Forgiving When You Can’t Forget   Find Us: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/  

In this Interview we explore the journey of Sal Huckel, as she discusses her experience with minimalism. From decluttering her home to creating intentional spaces for education and music, Sal shares how minimalism has brought peace and clarity to her family. By focusing on what is truly important and letting go of excess, they have found more time for faith, hospitality, and serving others. Our chat also highlighted the connection between minimalism and the Christian faith, emphasizing the importance of aligning possessions with God's calling on our lives and being generous towards others.   Show Notes: Some Scriptures recommended by Sal: Exodus 20: The Ten Commandments Deuteronomy 6: Living our everyday faith and life with our children Luke 12:13-21 The Parable of the Rich Fool Matthew 6:19: Treasures in Heaven Matthew 18:9 What causes us to sin? Mark 6: 8-9 Jesus sends out the 12 Acts 2:44-46 How the early church shared their possessions   Websites: https://www.theminimalists.com/ (Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus) https://www.becomingminimalist.com/ Joshua Becker https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ (Dave Ramsey) http://www.flylady.net/ Documentary: The Minimalists: Less is Now (2021) (Netflix) Facebook group: Minimalist Homeschooling Recommended Facebook page to follow: Becoming Minimalist (Joshua Becker)   Find Us: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Happy Reformation Day! On this day 506 years ago, Martin Luther nailed his 95 Theses onto the Castle Church door in Wittenberg.  His intention was to challenge the Roman Catholic church to debate their practice of selling indulgences as a form of penance.  This simple act started the Lutheran Reformation and brought much needed attention to the true gospel. To celebrate such a monumental day for Lutherans, we are chatting with Kim Pfeiffer.  She will be talking about what it means to be Lutheran and the importance of our Lutheran Confessions. Kim is married to Pastor Joshua Pfeiffer, and together they have 4 children. Originally from Adelaide, they are currently living in St Louis Missouri, where Pastor Joshua is studying his PhD and where Kim is now also studying a Masters of Arts in Theology.   SHOW NOTES Book of Concord (Lutheran Confessions) - To purchase https://www.cph.org/concordia-the-lutheran-confessions-a-readers-edition-of-the-book-of-concord-2nd-edition Book of Concord - Read free online https://bookofconcord.org/ Treasury of Daily Prayer https://www.cph.org/treasury-of-daily-prayer-regular-edition English Translation of the Martin Luther’s 95 Theses http://reverendluther.org/pdfs/The_Ninety-Five_Theses.pdf  

Lexy may be the host of a Lutheran podcast, but she hasn’t always been Lutheran. Before coming into the Lutheran church, she spent years in the Word of Faith/NAR movement. Her daily spiritual life included forms of gnosticism, mysticism, and “soft” occultism, which eventually resulted in spiritual oppression and confusion. In today’s episode we hear how Jesus Christ pulled her out of this darkness, gave her a love of Scripture, and brought her into the Lutheran church.   That “guy on YouTube” who makes bingo games out of false prophecies: Chris Rosebrough - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQJ09KmcApQ   YouTube Channels about Word of Faith/NAR/New Age: Chris Rosebrough - https://www.youtube.com/@Fighting4theFaith Steven Kozar - https://www.youtube.com/@StevenKozarMessedUpChurch Justin Peters - https://www.youtube.com/@JustinPetersMin Melissa Doughtery - https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty Doreen Virtue - https://www.youtube.com/@Doreen_Virtue Steven Bancarz - https://www.youtube.com/@StevenBancarz Jesse Westwood - https://www.youtube.com/@thewestwoodhome   Lutheran Channels: Bryan Wolfmueller - https://www.youtube.com/@PastorBryanWolfmueller Jordan Cooper - https://www.youtube.com/@DrJordanBCooper Joshua Pfeiffer - https://www.youtube.com/@JoshuaPfeiffer John Kleinig - https://www.youtube.com/@johnkleinig2602   Dramatised Audio Bible on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=depMGA0umrY   Find us on: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast Host - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/   Recorded on 25th August, 2023

In today's episode, I (Lexy) sit down and chat with Ruby, the *14-year-old daughter of a Lutheran minister.  Ruby talks about being a special needs sister, her recent move to Tasmania, the challenges of being a pastor's kid, and the beauty of hymns (#memorisehymns).   *This episode was recorded at the end of July 2023.  Since recording, Ruby has turned 15 and has a beautiful new baby brother. “Ruby” - Artwork by Daisy Martin Luther Yells About Inferior Anglican Christmas Hymns - Lutheran Satire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dR67HSs4RPI The Christ Key - Chad Bird https://www.amazon.com.au/Christ-Key-Unlocking-Centrality-Testament/dp/1948969521  

In today’s episode we chat with emergency nurse and foster mum, Hannah, from Adelaide.  Hannah talks about her experience as a foster parent, the challenges of navigating foster parenting, and how God called her and her husband to open their home to care for the little ones.   Show Notes: Lutheran Care Website - Information on Foster Care https://www.lutherancare.org.au/foster-care/   Part of Hannah’s interview has also been featured in Lutherans for Life’s bi-annual newsletter, Life News.  You can read it here: https://www.lutheransforlife.lca.org.au/public-resources/life-news/   Find Here She Stands: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/ Email - [email protected]

Tatiana is a school teacher from Adelaide who has a passion for writing, music, and theology.  In this episode she will be sharing her testimony and talking about how our identity as Lutherans is found in the identity of someone else; Jesus Christ.   Find Here She Stands: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HereSheStandsPodcast Website - https://hereshestands.online/

Sarah Joy lives in Burrumbuttock, New South Wales and is married to Christian, a Lutheran minister and medical GP.  Together they have 7 children, whom they homeschool.  To add to the uniqueness of this family, many of their children are neurodivergent and have specific learning needs.  Sarah Joy is passionate about classical education and shares how she uses it to bless and nurture her family. SHOW NOTES Homeschool Resources Simply Charlotte Mason Website https://simplycharlottemason.com/ Institute for Excellence in Writing https://iew.com/ Simply Charlotte Mason Bible Memory System https://simplycharlottemason.com/timesavers/memorysys/ Prodigy https://www.prodigygame.com/main-en/ Teach Your Monster To Read https://www.teachyourmonster.org/monster-news/teach-monster-learn-to-read-app-free-coronavirus   Books Twenty and Ten by Claire Huchet Bishop https://www.amazon.com.au/Twenty-Ten-Claire-Bishop/dp/0140310762 The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom https://www.amazon.com.au/Hiding-Place-Young-Readers/dp/0800796276/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3AZJ6DWU5G2E7&keywords=the+hiding+place+corrie+ten+boom&qid=1692527921&s=books&sprefix=the+hiding+place+corrie%2Cstripbooks%2C1339&sr=1-3 Educating the Wholehearted Child by Clay Clarkson and Sally Clarkson https://www.amazon.com.au/Educating-Wholehearted-Child-Sally-Clarkson/dp/1888692324 The Well Trained Mind: A Guide to Classical Education at Home by Jessie Wise and Susan Wise Bauer https://www.amazon.com.au/Well-trained-Mind-Guide-Classical-Education/dp/0393253627 Home Education Series in 6 Volumes by Charlotte Mason https://simplycharlottemason.com/store/the-original-home-schooling-series-study-edition/ Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Timothy Keller https://reformers.com.au/products/9781444750171-prayer-experiencing-awe-and-intimacy-with-god-keller-timothy?variant=10489778012203&currency=AUD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw84anBhCtARIsAISI-xcasRgxaLYDNOPn-i6Ke0nWjVZU9PDElO5JS7IHl-CVRWz3lmkxrWwaApGAEALw_wcB The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis https://reformers.com.au/products/9780007461240-screwtape-letters-the-letters-from-a-senior-to-a-junior-devil-lewis-c-s?variant=10488760139819&currency=AUD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&gad=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw84anBhCtARIsAISI-xd1Dv0QBoWuruX3lqcUvC8ffYxLf1HgRWHQC9AvYOrt2_Nls4rHIn0aAhSXEALw_wcB   Podcasts Issues, Etc. https://issuesetc.org/category/podcast/ White Horse Inn https://whitehorseinn.org/ Undeceptions https://undeceptions.com/podcast/   Other Barnabas Prayer Calendar https://www.barnabasaid.org/au/pray/prayer-diary/ Common Sense Media https://www.commonsensemedia.org/ Plugged In https://www.pluggedin.com/ Dr Anita Collins The Benefits of Music Education TED TALK video https://www.ted.com/talks/anita_collins_the_benefits_of_music_education?language=en   Find Here She Stands: Facebook: - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091391019981 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hereshestandspodcast/ Podcast Host - https://hereshestandspodcast.alitu.com/1?order=newest Website - https://hereshestands.online/  

Come and join us as we talk with Melanie Wittwer from Creative Word Fellowship (aka CWF).  CWF is a Lutheran teaching mission that works to help people understand their Bibles. Not only will MeIanie talk about the incredible work and future plans of CWF, but she will also discuss the importance of biblical literacy and why theology is not just for pastors and theologians.   SHOWNOTES Creative Word Fellowship Website - https://cwfellowship.net/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CWfellowship    2023 Speak Lord Conferences There will be two conferences held this year in Hamilton (VIC) and Adelaide (SA).  The guest speaker this year will be Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller from St Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church in Austin, Texas (USA). Register for a conference here - https://cwfellowship.net/speak-lord-2023-hope-found-in-jesus-christ-and-him-crucified/  Bryan Wolfmueller’s website - https://wolfmueller.co/    Find us on: Facebook Instagram Podcast Host Website