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Is $20M at Risk? The Last-Minute LCMS Concordia Debate
The Plan That Could Have Saved Concordia Ann Arbor
LCMS Convention: Kingdom or Castle? What Every Lutheran Should Know
Is the LCMS Too Strict? Closed Communion, Pastor Shortage & Confessional Courage
Should the LCMS Stop Selling Off Church Property?
The CMPL Controversy in the LCMS | Dr. Jeff Kloha Responds
CUWAA Leaders Respond | What Really Happened to Concordia Ann Arbor?
Did the LCMS Give Up on Concordia Ann Arbor Too Soon?
The LCMS Election Is Down to 14 Votes | Round 3 Could Change the LCMS
Is LCMS Bureaucracy Holding Back Ministry?
LCMS Runoff Shock: Can Biermann Beat Harrison?
The Future of the LCMS: Generosity and Tithing
The LCMS Pastor Pipeline Problem
Why Culture Can’t Be Faked
The LCMS Forgot This Part of its Story...
The Pharisee Living Inside Every Lutheran
Before LCMS Convention: The Future of the Concordias
The LCMS Bylaw Change Most Lutherans Aren’t Watching
The LCMS Ethics Crisis Behind Public Heresy Accusations | Dr. Jim Voelz & Dr. Mark Hoehner
What Should the LCMS Do About Decline? (From Presidential Nominee Brady Finnern)
Two Seminary Legends on the Future of the LCMS
Who’s Actually Joining the LCMS? | Looking at LCMS Data with Dr. Lyman Stone
Why Christians Should NEVER Sue Each Other…
ULC Booth Rejected from the LCMS Convention 2026
The Future of the LCMS (From a Presidential Nominee Dr. Joel Biermann)
The LCMS Giving Crisis No One Is Talking About
How Are LCMS Pastors Truly Formed? | Our Response to a Recent Seminary Podcast
First Article Gifts: A Leadership Framework for the LCMS
Is the LCMS Ignoring Its Biggest Crisis? | Implications of Officer Nomination Vote Totals
Is the LCMS in an “American Interim”? A Gospel-Centered Response
Priesthood of All Believers: The Debate That Still Shapes the LCMS
Joy, Curiosity, and Hard Conversations in the LCMS
Is This “Seminex 2.0”? Dr. Jim Voelz Responds to the Controversy
How Real-Time Insight Can Strengthen the Local Church
Confessing Jesus’ Mission in a Fragmented Church
BARNA Findings: Why Gen Z Is More Open to Faith Than You Think
Can the LCMS Truly Be Confessional and Missional?
Why Lutherans Can’t Afford to Lose the Sacraments
How Governance Shapes the Health of the LCMS (More Than You Think)
How AI Is Reshaping Humanity, Faith, and the Church
Is Engaging Culture “Selling Out” the Gospel? | LCMS Response...
Can Faithful Lutherans Disagree? | Adiaphora, Doctrine; Where Should the Lines Be Drawn?
Could Music Help Heal Our Synod? (A Vision for Unity)
Discussing the Ramifications of the New SMP Changes
Does Pastoral Formation Really ‘Threaten the Synod’? Joe Responds.
Is It Time to Redefine Lutheran Identity?
LCMS Health Crisis? Pastor Marcis on Conflict, Culture & What’s Next
Dr. Jamison Hardy on the Future of LCMS Education
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: PSD President Mike Gibson Talks Koinonia Gathering
What the Data Reveals: LCMS Districts, Growth, and the Future of the Church
Square vs. Tower: Why the LCMS Needs Both
LCMS Barrier Breakers Revisited: How Far Should We Go?
LCMS Pressure Point: Are SMP Pastors the Future or a Threat?
Faith vs. Feelings: Why the LCMS Might Have It Wrong...
Pastoral Leadership in a Divided Church
LCMS in Freefall? Hard Truths About Pastors, Pews, and the Future
LCMS Circuit Success Story: How Collaboration Can Actually Work
Responding to Evil: A Christian Reflection on the Charlie Kirk Assassination
Barrier Breakers or Distinction Keepers? The Tension Shaping the LCMS
Why Most Lutheran Congregations Are Stuck at 50 Members
LCMS at a Breaking Point? What We Learned at the PSD Convention
Why Most Lutherans Still Struggle With Identity
LCMS at a Crossroads: Decline, Growth… or Something Else?
The LCMS Political Engine: Who Really Gets a Voice?
The LCMS Has a Toxic Feedback Problem—And It's Killing Church Culture.
Why the LCMS Fails at Evangelism
10,000 Voices Silenced? Why Commissioned Ministers Still Can’t Vote
You Can’t Afford to Be a "Small" Church Anymore—Here’s the Math
The Messy Early Years of the LCMS...No One Talks About
The LCMS Almost Lost This Pastor...
Is the Term "Servant Leadership" Worth Using in the LCMS?
Is the LCMS Emotionally Healthy?
Bridging LCMS Theology: Intellectual Tradition Meets Digital Mission
Are We Using Too Much Secular Language?
The Genius of Jesus in Leadership
How Freedom Shapes Faith: Lessons from the AFLC
Conviction and Cause: The Lutheran Balance
Tim Ahlman Issues a Formal Apology to the LCMS...
Jesus Never Feared a Tough Conversation (And Neither Should the LCMS)
Your Body Matters: Ethics and Faith in the Age of AI
The Wittenberg Project: Mission, Collaboration, and Growth in the LCMS
From Liturgical Purist to Pragmatist: Rethinking Lutheran Worship
Rethinking LCMS Conflict: Lessons from Seminex to Today
The State of the LCMS: Insights from the New Pew Research Study
The Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership: A Big Announcement
The Lost Art of Listening with Pastor Brian Davies
Rethinking Ministry: The Power of Co-Vocational Leadership in Church Growth
The Biblical Case for Raising Up Leaders in Your Church
The Value of Walking Together: How Church Plans Protect Workers
How the LCMS Can Live in Concordia (Harmony)
Holy FOMO: How to Build an Invitation Culture
Feel Like Your Church is Invisible? Church Marketing Conversation from an LCMS perspective
Does Branding Matter for Churches? With James Saleska
Journey of Faith: Reverend Dr. Dale Meyer on Ministry, Culture, and Personal Growth
How the Light Shines Through with Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies | Part 2
How the Light Shines Through with Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies | Part 1
Discussing Church Growth - From a Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Perspective
Hope in the LCMS: Celebrating the Good - Lutheran Hour Ministries Speaker Rev. Dr. Michael Zeigler
Does the LCMS Even Need New Churches?! | Pastor Ted Doering
Did Jesus Really Say That!? | Rev. Dr. Chris Kennedy
Video Preaching in the LCMS...Yea or Nay?? | Aaron Engelman
Changing the Culture of LCMS Conventions with Rev. Dr. David Maier
Our Current Frustrations with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
Faith, Sacrifice, and the Future of the LCMS with Pastor Jeff Cloeter
We're Jesus People First - Gospel Centered Leadership with Pastor Tom Pfotenhauer
Managing Change within a Long-Established Community: Pastor Tim Niekerk's Journey at Salem Lutheran Church
The Challenge of Diversity in the LCMS with Pastor Gregory Manning
From Doctrine to Outreach in Lutheran Thought with Rev. Dr. John Pless
Beyond the Breakwater: Pastor Ed Doerner's Innovative Approach to Church Ministry
Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Pastor Zach Zehnder's Journey
Passion for the LCMS and Its Future with Pastor Scott Gress
Tim Ahlman Makes His Dad Cry - Insights from a Lifetime in Service with Pastor Dave Ahlman
Curious about How Rural Churches can Thrive? with Pastors Adam Finney & Mike Omtvedt
The Future of the Concordias with CU System President Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy
Was the Fate of CUAA Sealed? Gratitude in the Midst of Loss with Chance Childers
An Apology, the Prior Approval Process, and Healthy Communication with Rev. Dr. Scott Seidler
Embracing Grace: Transforming Church Leadership and Mission with Pastor Jason Scheler
Building Strong Foundations for Lutheran Education with Dr. Thomas Wrege
Revitalizing the Church One Small Community at a Time with Pastor Travis Hartjen
The Joy of Being Lutheran with Dr. Thomas Cedel
Leading with Questions: Adaptive Leadership Insights with Dr. Vanessa Seifert
Exploring Lutheran Mission Theology with Dr. Detlev Schulz: Bridging Mission and Confession
Revolutionary Ideas: Enduring Impact of Martin Luther's 95 Theses with Dr. Joel Okamoto
"Getting to Know Jesus" - Teaching the Bible with Relational Language with Rev. Paul Schult
Navigating Ethical Challenges: LCMS in a Politically Charged World with Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann
From Viral Video to Lifelong Mission | Mike Warneke: Journey of Faith and Hope in Uganda
The Intersection of Faith and Politics with President of Luther Classical College Rev. Dr. Harold Ristau
True Unity for a Divided World with Temeko Richardson
Innovative Seminary Education Models - Insights from the NALC with Rev. Jeff Morlock
Has God Put a Dream on your Heart? with Pastor Matt Peeples
Is There Demand for New Ordination Paths in the LCMS? with Ty Schommer
What Does It Mean to Be Lutheran? Intellectual Hospitality with Rev. Dr. Matt Borrasso
FACE TO FACE: How Lutheran Theology is Meaningful for Today's Christian Living with Dr. Robert Kolb
Is the Economy Crashing!? How Would It Affect the LCMS? Leadership Insights from Jim Sanft
PREACH! Does the LCMS Do It Right? with Rev. Dr. David Schmitt
Unlocking the Power of Specialized Roles in Ministry with Vince Parks
C.S. Lewis on Screen: Bridging Faith and Film with Todd Freeman | Hot Topic Friday
Faith and Reason: Navigating Theology in Secular Academia with Dr. Joshua Hollmann
Pastor John Stennfeld after 35 Years of Ministry: Traditional or Contemporary? and much more!
The Truth about Concordia Ann Arbor - Discussing the Future of Lutheran Institutions with Dan Burk
From ELCA to LCMS: Navigating Lutheran Challenges with Rev. Dr. Robin Dugall | HOT TOPIC FRIDAY!
Dreaming BIG in the LCMS with Pastor Matt Popovits
Michigan District President David Davis on the State of the LCMS in Michigan and Beyond
What It's Like Being a Pastor's Wife with Alexa Ahlman
Challenging Institutions with Grace, Love, and Humility with Rob Kelly
WE CONFESS JESUS: The Heart of Lutheranism with Pastor Trevor Sutton
Faith and Legal Challenges - Insider on Concordia Texas | Hot Topic with President Don Christian
Can the LCMS Be More Inviting? | The Ministry Journey of Pastor Greg Griffith
Baptismal Identity - A Response to Criticism with Pastor Dan Schepmann | Hot Topic Friday
Addressing the Perception Gap in Church Growth with Lyman Stone
Is It a Sin To Use Data As a Church? -- It's All About the Heart with Blue Van Dyke | Hot Topic Friday
Why Are We So Bad at Taking Negative Feedback? and More with Ryan Ermeling | Hot Topic Friday
Real Talk: How United is the LCMS? | Hot Topic Friday with Rev. Dr. Jeff Skopak
Empowering Lay Leadership: Navigating Challenges and the Future of Ministry with Reverend Erik Gauss
Does AI Belong in the Church? with Matt Engel | Hot Topic Friday
What is Stopping the LCMS from Casting A Vision For Growth? | Hot Topic Friday with Rev. Dr. Chris Holder
Maintaining a Strong LCMS Identity in Diverse Academic Settings with Concordia Irvine President, Dr. Michael Thomas
Embracing Growth: A Journal Entry with Tim Ahlman
A Response to Controversy: Navigating the Future of the LCMS with Lyman Stone
Is Your Pastor the Right Fit for Your Church? with Tim Nations
Real Talk: Does the LCMS Really Need More Pathways to Ordination? with Pastor Joe Beran | Hot Topic Friday
The Intersection of Theology and Leadership in Modern Ministry with Jim Sanft
Are Churches Businesses? | Hot Topic Friday with Candice Hilse
First Ever - Hot Topic Friday: Pastors Need to Understand Psychology.... with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere
Embracing the Missio Dei and Bridging Divides with Rev. Dr. William Utech
Innovative Education: Shaping the Future of the Lutheran Church with Rev. Dr. Robert Kasper
Have You Ever Heard of the LCMS Seminex? With Rev. Dr. Gerhard Bode
Blending Passions and Purpose: Dan Morton's Transition from Corporate to Church Leadership
Becoming a Community that Deeply Loves One Another with Rev. Chris Singer
Learn from the Culture and Mission of the LCMC with Pastor Mike Bradley
What Does 'Confessional Lutheran' Really Mean? with Reverend Dr. Joel Okamoto
What is 'Remnant Theology'? | The Future of Church Identity with Matthew Schultz
Viewing the World as Mission Field, not Apostates with Reverend Dr. Robert Newton
Are You Struggling with Church Communication? Let's Grow Together with Marlene Lamb
Empowering Gen Z: Blending Faith, Leadership, and Culture in Youth Ministry with Becky Chaplin
Curious Cases: Intersection of the Confessional Lutheran and Modern Challenges with Pastor Mark Renner
Psalms, Leadership and the Culture of the LCMS with Reverend Dr. Timothy Saleska
Conquering Cancer and Strategic Church Growth with Curtis Simonson
Get a Vision For Your Community with Reverend Keith Haney
Why the Health of Concordia Seminary Matters and Fostering Healthy Discourse with Reverend Micah Glenn
Visionary Leadership and the Power of Faith in Education with Dr. Steve Buuck
Rediscovering Luther's Vision for a Grace-Centered Church with Dr. Robert Kolb
From Reformed to Confessional Lutheranism (and MORE!) with Dr. Jordan Cooper
What is the Role of DCE in Parish Ministry? with William Prann
Speaking About What's Happening at CUW and CUAA - BONUS
Community is Vital for Spiritual Growth with Dr. Vanessa Seifert
Wisdom for the Flock: Overcoming Betrayal and Pride with Pastor John Kieschnick
Is the LCMS on Mission? with Pastor Steve Sohns
Why We Love Open Dialogue | ULC UPDATE
Is LCMS Liturgy Still Relevant? with Pastor Matt Peeples
Unlocking Biblical Language Secrets with Reverend Dr. Alec Fisher
How Tradition Shapes the Believer with Mark Stern
WILD Stuff Happening in the LCMS with Nick Graff
Cultivating Harmony in Theological Perspectives with Rev. Dr. Matt Borrasso
Missional Moonshots: Shaping the Future of Education with Dr. Bernard Bull
From Navy Enlistee to Spiritual Shepherd: Reverend Bill Maggard's Journey to Lutheran Pastorhood
Creative LLC's for Kingdom Expansion | Case Study - La Mesa Ministries | BONUS
From Tragedy to Transformation: Near Death Tale of Resilience and Faith with Brady Beran
The Delicate Dance of Leadership and Pastoral Care with Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy
Exploring Martin Luther's Impact on Modern Soul Care Practices with Rev. Dr. Rick Marrs
Impact of Societal Trends on the Church with Demographer Lyman Stone
Need for Evangelism in the LCMS with Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz
Vision-Based Budgeting and Donor Involvement with Joel Landskroener
Exploring the Influence of Lutheran Education and More with Jonathan Schultz
Lutheran Rapper FLAME Kicks off Season 5!
"The Ends of the LCMS” with Pastor Joe Beran
BONUS! Modern Israel: Theological Discussion with Rev. Dr. Mike Middendorf
Beyond Sunday Service: The LCMS' Role in Community Engagement with Andy Warner
Unity, Innovation and Love - Vision for the LCMS with Reverend Tom Eggebrecht
BONUS! A Wake Up Call - The State of the Synod
Anti-Catechism? Deep Dialogue with Pastor Jason Braaten
From Baptist to LCMS: A Theological Journey with Reverend Dr. Rick Serena
Revitalizing Lutheran Values in a Digital Age with Dr. Gretchen Jameson
The Heart of Lutheranism with Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb
From Dysfunction to Health: The Relational Journey with Dr. Justin Hannemann
Exploring the Evolution and Impact of the Unite Leadership Collective
Sports and Sermon Writing with Peter Nafzger
Forecasting Christian Congregations in 2050 - With Rev. Dr. Chris Holder
Uncovering the Collision of Doctrine and Leadership Development - Bonus Content
Worship Wars: Exploring Music, Ministry, and More with Rev. Dr. Jim Marriott
Final Take-Aways on the 2023 LCMS Convention with Jerry Rau
Lamenting, Listening and Liturgy - A Candid Discussion with President Brady Finnern
Navigating Burnout and Stress in Church Leadership with Rev. Dick Koehneke
Exploring Lutheran Heritage and Faith with Reverend Bill Hartley
Inside Concordia Texas: Campus Pastor Jake Boessling unpacks Teaching, Transition, and Transformation
Navigating the Tensions of Tradition and Innovation in LCMS - Bonus Lead Time!
Leading with Kindness and Wisdom: with Reverend Dr. Tim Klinkenberg
Convention Conversation: Confronting Church Challenges - With Amy Schweim
Acknowledging the Beauty of the Big 'C' Church - with Dr. Jeff Kloha
LCMS Convention - Maintaining Unity and Navigating Challenges with Pastor John Karolus
"Restoring Unity in the LCMS" with Rev. Dr. Christian Preus
Encouraging Healthy Debate and Discussion in the LCMS
"Role of Coaching for Pastoral Leaders" - With Larry Rietz
"The Church is Changing, and You Know It."...What Is Our Response?
"Casting Vision For Our Kids" - With Peggy Zilz
"A Conversational Response from CTX" with Pres. Don Christian and Provost Kristi Kirk
"What Is Going on with the Concordia University System?" - with Christian Preus
Massive Opportunities for Collaboration in the LCMS - With LCEF President and CEO Bart Day
PART 2 with Pat Ferry!
Policy Governance with Paul Zilz
President Don Christian of Concordia University Texas
"Hopes for the LCMS in 2033" with District President Richard Snow
"How Should LCMS Leaders Understand the 'Times We're Living In'" - Rev. Dr. Andy Bartelt
"Preach the Gospel and Love Your People" with Mark Zehnder
Is the Church "Selling Out" to the World by Tapping Into Systems? with Candice Hilse
"Leading amidst Tragedy" with Tim Lawson
Dr. Vanessa Seifert
Pastor Joe Beran
Director of Strategy for the Texas District of the LCMS - Jon Braunersreuther
"Should the Church Care about Physical Wellness?"
"WHO is Lutheran Education for?" with Ryan Bredow and Ryan Ermeling
"Why Does the 'Missio Dei' matter for Lutherans" with Jeff Skopak
"Starting a Micro-High School" with Tanya Calendo and Nathan Stevens
"Why Are Many Churches Reluctant to Get Feedback From Their Members?" with Ryan Ermeling
"Christians Should Be Joyful!" with Tim Runtsch
"The Art of Preaching" with Pastor Dave Ahlman
LCMS Pacific Southwest District President - Mike Gibson
"A Letter to the Christian Church” with Gary Brooks
Embracing Female Leadership in the Church with Dr. Mary Scott
Be A "Disciple Maker" Making Church, With Matt Engel
Should the LCMS Change? With Pat Ferry
Life On Mission with Lexi Schmidt and Micah Greiner
How Circuit Congregations Can Work Together
A Dope Podcast
District Leadership in the LCMS with Rev. Dr. Travis Guse
Just DO IT!
Hope for the Future of the LCMS with Chuck Mueller
The Power Trap - With Ben Griffin
Why Competency Based Theological Education? With Sarah Stenson
Five Reasons Why You Need An Executive Director
What the World Needs
Church Engagement Model - Multiply Stage
Church Engagement Model - Grow Stage
You Will Have Enemies
Systems Theory will Change Your Leadership
"I Want to Try Out Your Church"
Jesus is the Main Attraction
Bonus Episode! The Future of the LCMS with Joseph Beran
Exploring the Church Engagement Model
Meet Tim's Coach: Phil Heiser
A Vision for Discipleship with Dom Rivkin
LEGACY EPISODE - Evangelism Demystified with Erik Fish
LEGACY EPISODE - 5 Myths of Wellness
The Third Way
Turning Spiritual Disciplines into Habits
The State of the LCMS with Todd Peperkorn
What Matters Most with Dave Luecke
Living More Authentically
3 Strands are Better Than One
Execute with Excellence
Conquering False Dichotomies in Ministry
Conflict in the Church
Maximize the Geniuses on Your Team
The Passively Imbalanced Pastor
The Power of the Check In
How the U.S. Army Quadrupled it's Officer Development Capacity
Journey of the Soul | Part 3
Journey of the Soul | Part 2
Journey of the Soul | Part 1
CG Cares
Journey of the Soul | Part 2
Journey of the Soul | Part 1
Team Nedry!
Church Plant
Gen Z - The Good, The Bad, The Misunderstood
Special Throwback Episode!
Racism and The Church
Who's Your Coach? Who Are You Coaching?
Growing Younger
Good to Great!
Reopening Christianity
Procrastinate on Purpose | Part 2
Procrastinate On Purpose
Collaboration and Mission
Suffering with the Savior | Part 2
Suffering with the Savior
The Vulnerability of Divorce
Missionary to America: Part 2
Missionary to America: Part 1
Discover. Develop. Deploy.
Online Church
What is Alpha?
We're All Interns!
Limitless | Part 2
Limitless
Mothering Through the Mess
The Blizzard and the Best Job Ever!
The Gift of Being You
The Five Myths of Health
Turning Points
The Happiness Advantage
The Secret of Contentment
Working Mom, Meditation, and Mental Health
Real Life as Pastor's Kids
Reframation: Part 2
Reframation: Part 1
Raising Boys
The Power of Epic Moments
Special Episode: Financial Peace University
Listen up Easter Preachers!
Leading by Conducting
United in Mission: Jen Parks and World Vision
Question Your Questions
Rick McClellan | La Mesa Resource Center
Christ Greenfield | United in Mission
Rob Ney
Mayor Jenn Daniels
Canoeing the Mountains - Part 2
Canoeing the Mountains - Part 1
42 Seconds
Disruptive Emotions
The Devil You Don't Know
Pro Grace
4 Leadership Learnings from a Camp Counselor
Mentoring Teen Moms
Evangelism Demystified
Bivocational Ministry
The Simple Church
Run With Perseverance
Missional Accountability
Find Your Fit
Share Your Faith Story
Collaborative Sermon Writing
Stories Stick, Facts Fade
Overcoming the Fear of Rejection
The Heart and Hands of Worship
Unity Is a Catalyst
Stop Busy Start Boundaries
Faith and Finance
The Law of the Lid - 5 Tips to overcoming your lid
Adaptable Lutherans? Learning from Latin America.
The Past and Future of the LCMS
Women in Church Leadership
The Lazurus Life
5 tips for everyday health and wellness
The Art of the Ask
Sent to Start a Missional Community
Finances and Faith
Developing Prophetic Lay Leaders
Being a Pastor's Wife
Beer and Men's Ministry
Beer and Being a Positive Influence in the Community
Grow and Go: Part 2
Grow and Go!
Push Pause and Sleep
Pause: The need to push the pause button in your life!
Annie Tiberg | Leading Gen Z
Interview with Brian Smith
You Are What You Love
Change and Conflict: Part 2
Change and Conflict
The Art of Listening Well
Holistic Health
The Power of Vision
Meaningful Meetings
Everyday Discipleship
Lead Like Jesus
The Power of Visual Storytelling in the Church
The Case for Unity and Collaboration
Start Something New!
Surrender Through Suffering
Leadership Starts at Home
Finding and Living Your Personal Mission Statement
The Power of Brand
9 Tips to Create a Leadership Development Culture
The Power of Story
Interview with Shara Markwell from Sunshine Acres
Leading from the second chair.
Grit. Do you got it?
Interview with Jack Kalleberg
10 Tips For Our Younger Selves