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The TLC Show

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Pastor Jonathan Meraz and James Hoeft talk about life and the world from a confessional Lutheran perspective from their home church of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran in Norfolk, Virginia, which is part of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).

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Episodes

  1. Easter and Vicarious Satisfaction

    Episode 12 of the #TLCShow looks at the importance of Easter, "vicarious satisfaction", when do the faithful go to Heaven, and staying energized for Christ and His church after Christmas and Easter. Every Sunday: Bible Study at 9 am Worship at 10 pm Let us know your thoughts in the comments or...

  2. Sin and Suffering, Life, and Campus Ministry

    Lot's of folks we know have been getting sick lately, but God made us perfect? So, what does that mean? Is sin a punishment? Is it the devil who's behind it? We also discuss our upcoming Walk for Life in support of the Crisis Pregnancy Center of Tidewater and our newest ministry at Old Dominion...

  3. Should you fast during Lent?

    A look at Lenten traditions from a Lutheran perspective, including the imposition of ashes and fasting.

  4. Rev. Marcus Zill, LCMSU, and Campus Ministry at Old Dominion University

    Trinity is starting up campus ministry at ODU and here to help explain it is the director of LCMS Campus Ministry, Rev. Marcus Zill! Pastor Zill also hosts the radio show, "The Student Union."

  5. Sacred Music Appreciation 101

    Have you ever wondered why we have music in church and its importance? Rev. Jonathan Meraz and Director of Music Stephen Pruitt explore music and the church.

  6. Epiphanies!

    So, what does it mean to have an "epiphany"? What is it in the context of the church year? What about all these elected officials who are sworn in every January? Is there an "Intersection of Church and State"? What about belonging to a church community? Is the new year a good time for…

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  7. Pope on Lord's Prayer, ELCA gives Colorado pastor too much leeway, Christmas and Epiphany

    Pastor Jonathan Meraz helps us make sense of the role of the church, particularly with the Roman Catholic pope's thoughts on the Lord's Prayer and the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America's permissiveness to an ordained pastor in Colorado. We also discuss the 12 days of Christmas and Epiphany!

  8. Endings and Beginnings - It's Advent!

    "End Times" popular media preys on human fears, but there is no fear when you have Jesus. We connect the end of the church year with new beginnings. And look at how we should be "spending" our Advent.

  9. On Elections and Thanksgiving

    Every November in Virginia, two major events happen -- an election and Thanksgiving. However, they are both, as is everything, directly linked to God. In this episode: the meaning of the fourth commandment, Christian advocacy on issues, such as abortion, and being thankful.

  10. 501 Years & Counting - God's Grace Continues

    We look back at 501 years of reform with Pastor Jonathan Meraz as he helps us consider whether Martin Luther was an academic with a conscience or a rebellious priest. This week marks 501 years since Luther requested a discussion on 95 considerations, but the debate continues. What motivated…

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  11. Episode 1 - Introductions

    In this inaugural show, we introduce ourselves! Meet Rev. Jonathan Meraz, our shepherd, who helps us wrestle with the big questions and James Hoeft, the host, who is just as confused as anyone else. We also get right to it: How does God play a role in our lives?

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Pastor Jonathan Meraz and James Hoeft talk about life and the world from a confessional Lutheran perspective from their home church of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran in Norfolk, Virginia, which is part of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).

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tlcnorfolk

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Pastor Jonathan Meraz and James Hoeft talk about life and the world from a confessional Lutheran perspective from their home church of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran in Norfolk, Virginia, which is part of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).

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