Whistle the Feast

Reuniting for a short time over Spring Break, co-host Norah Kratz returns to the show from the streets of Florence, Italy where she spent the semester abroad. Host Jason Jaspersen discovers what she's learned about the culture, environment around her, and new things about herself throughout this amazing opportunity. Enjoy the ambient noise of the streets in Florence as Whistle the Feast continues to make its way around the world.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Where we Lay Our Scene: Piazza di Santo CroceCalcio StoricoPalio di SienaNorah's New Painter Discovery: Dolci CarloPalatine GalleryOrsanmicheleThe Theology of BeautyClive BellCupidHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

In memory of his father, Bethany Lutheran College Alumni and Professor, Benjamin Faugstad, commissioned Beret Finken to compose this piece, The Faithful Farmer. Featured on this show before, enjoy this new rendition performed by the Bethany Lutheran College Chamber Orchestra pulled from their 2026 winter concert.View the full concert.*All Rights Reserved to Beret FinkenHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This Chapel Sermon from Bethany Lutheran College was delivered by ELS Seminary President Tim Hartwig on April 13, 2026.The message reveals the need for a real resurrection. Even at times where we are as doubtful as the disciples in the upper room when Jesus first revealed himself to them.The devotion follows Luke 24:36-43Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.Find past chapel devotions here on the Bethany Lutheran College Site.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. This sermon delivered by Bethany Lutheran College biology professor, Doyle Holbird is a special one. This is the final chapel sermon that Reverend Doctor Holbird will give as a professor of the Bethany Lutheran College campus community. The text for this sermon is Psalm 23Watch the full chapel service.Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.Find past chapel devotions here on the Bethany Lutheran College Site.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

As biology professor and campus minister Doyle Holbird approaches his retirement, host Jason Jaspersen would rather focus on the origin stories. Joined by co-host Claire Marcus, and Bethany student Briana Kelly back in the false spring of February, the conversation follows a winding road from evolution, to biology, to the places they call home. Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Creation and EvolutionThe Third Way of EvolutionHalf-Life GraphLouis PasteurSignature in the Cell: by Stephen C. MeyerBill Provine Biology Professor at CornellThe Great Divorce: by C.S. LewisRobber BaronsBrisbane, AustraliaAustralia Desert DistributionBlue Bottle JellyfishGaolThe Twelve Seasons of MinnesotaBecause Our Producer's A Nerd:                 Loon Call                 Fox CallHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This track is titled Travels and was composed by Bethany Lutheran College designer Benji Inniger for the 2025 Fall production of Little Women. This version of the beloved Louisa May Alcott story was adapted for the Bethany stage by Emily Kimball and Maren Boucher.Musicians involved in recording:Violin - Sabrina Tabby, Lilyanne Thoroughman, Megan WehrweinCello - Sharon Mautner-RodgersPiano/Guitar - Benji InnigerRead the book: Little WomenWatch the production: Little WomenListen to more of Benji's music!Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Bethany Lutheran College Media Arts student, Briana Kelly, recites the first five verses to the book of Genesis. The first day of creation.Follow along with Briana:In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.  The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was on the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.Then God said, “Let there be light”; and there was light.  And God saw the light, that it was good; and God divided the light from the darkness.  God called the light Day, and the darkness He called Night. So the evening and the morning were the first day.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen takes a seat on the opposite side of the table to have a talk with Bethany student Lauryn Messner. If you were ever curious what it is like inside the head of Jason Jaspersen, there is insight to his teaching methods, creative and re-imaginative mindset, and both he and Lauryn discuss influence on their lives in this little corner of the world.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Sloyd (slojd) KnivesMaida's Capstone: Let There BeLauryn's previous episodeTreasure HausBill Bukowski's Art Gallery Presentation (Jan 2026)The Great ConversationMaya LinSabin Howard MonumentHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Today's reading comes from the book Dear Theo. A collection of letters that famous Dutch post-impressionist Vincent van Gogh wrote for his brother Theo.Who was Vincent van Gogh?Dear TheoHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This rehearsal cut of an original piece of music is composed by Benji Inniger as inspiration for the Bethany Lutheran College 2026 production of The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. This piece of music was recorded with the Budapest Scoring Orchestra, and meant to underscore the prophecy written in the script:Wrong will be right, when Aslan comes in sight,At the sound of his roar, sorrows will be no more,When he bares his teeth, winter meets its death,And when he shakes his mane, we shall have spring again.When Adam's flesh and Adam's bone,Sits at Cair Paravel in throne,The evil time will be over and done.*All Rights Reserved to the C.S. Lewis Estate, and Benji Inniger*Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

It's finally a reality. Dr. Jonathan Stadler, psychology professor at Bethany Lutheran College has stumbled his way to the table to provide a hearty feast. Alongside Bethany students Claire Marcus and Sebastian Rosenthal, Jason Jaspersen proctors a journey through Dr. Stadler's sabbatical studies, and his vast knowledge of nineties rock bands. Blockbuster Video doesn't know what they missed out on.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Rod Serling of The Twilight ZoneExploring Psychology & Christian Faith -  Donald J. Tellinghuisen, Paul MoesComing to Peace with Psychology -  Everett L. Worthington Jr. Jr., Everett L. Worthington Jr.The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind - Mark NollThe Window Jason Fell Out That One Time (and the window below it)All the Bands (or at least most of them):           Stryper          Smashing Pumpkins          The Wooten Brothers          Cake          Jars of Clay          King's X          Andy Grammer          Nothing More          They Might Be GiantsCommunityAdvanced Dungeons and DragonsGoodbye, Mr. ChipsHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Bethany Lutheran College Psychology Professor, Dr. Jonathan Stadler, prepared a reading from the C.S. Lewis book The Four Loves. The Four Loves - by C.S. Lewis              Passage Learn more about C.S. LewisBibliographyHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This surprise course of Whistle the Feast showcases the student perspective on a "secret" side of campus. Health communication student, Naomi Valleau, joins host Jason Jaspersen and Bethany Lutheran College Fine Arts Coordinator, Jenna Thompson, to discuss what makes the Liberal Arts spirit of Bethany such an incredible atmosphere.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:WakandaYlvisaker Fine Arts CenterPainting RoomJenna's OfficePenn Jillette Quote              "How much do you have to hate somebody to believe everlasting life is                       possible and not tell them that? I mean, if I believed, beyond the shadow                   of a doubt, that a truck was coming at you, and you didn’t believe that                       truck was bearing down on you, there is a certain point where I tackle                         you. And this is more important than that.”Join the Bethany community for daily chapel online!Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Bethany Lutheran College Psychology Professor, Dr. Jonathan Stadler, prepared a reading from C.S. Lewis sermon The Weight of Glory. The Weight of Glory - by C.S. Lewis              Passage - Page 10/11Learn more about C.S. LewisBibliographyHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Setting the menu for a feast with Joe Lundsten is a mighty task, but host Jason Jaspersen guides a hearty conversation. Join the two as they go from describing the room they're in and the pens they are using, to the callings of Jesus and the uniquely human activity of washing dishes. Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Zebra Pens F301 and G301Iain McGilchrist Hemispheres TheoryHagrid's Hut - Harry Potter MoviesWabi SabiMore Iain McGilchrist Books to Discover               The Master and His Emissionary               The Matter with ThingsThe Voices of Silence - Andre MalrauxMartin Luther's Theology of BeautyHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Host Jason Jaspersen reciting Ephesians 2:10 as we prepare for another round table discussion.Follow Along Ephesians 2:10Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Reunited across the seas on a sunny Christmas Eve morning, host Jason Jaspersen is joined by his daughter Maida Jaspersen-Neville from her porch in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Recapping her new experiences as a Friends Network missionary, and coming to terms with some of the uncertainties that a position like this holds, Maida describes how the gifts God has given her are helping as she embraces a new culture. Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Maida Jaspersen-NevilleMaida and Colin - Whistle the FeastJonah and the WhaleMaida's Senior Capstone - Let There BeAristotle quoteMaida's FrogThe Chronicles of Narnia - C.S. Lewis                    Lucy and Aslan passage - Prince Caspian                    Sketch it InspiredHeart PostureThe Great Divorce - C.S. LewisStephen Weisenauer EpisodeGod is BiggerHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Listen to the response by Bethany studio art major and Whistle the Feast co-host Norah Kratz. Responding to the quilting work of Iku Poetter (grandmother of our wonderful host, Jason Jaspersen) Norah delves into the concept of "The Great Conversation". While we are not able to directly interact with these famous figures of the past, they stick around through their various works preserved through time.Watch the Art Show ReceptionHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

For those familiar with Coral Cady-Metcalf from her days teaching at St. Paul's in New Ulm, MN, to her various travels around the world, the glowing beam of positivity that radiates from her creates a strong environment. This episode hosted by Jason Jaspersen attempts to capture a small piece of that experience. Listen along with co-host Claire Marcus as they discuss various forms of evangelizing throughout the world.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Coral Kingdom Workers                 Work in Southeast AsiaMulti-Language ProductionsCross Cultural Children's Ministry ResourcesCoral Returns to IndonesiaWater System for MariThe Houdini Solution by: Ernie SchenckMacGyverCracked Pot DevotionalTerry Schultz Episodes 1 and 2Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Song sung by Coral Cady-MetcalfHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen recites a quote from Mr. Fred Rogers about how christians are created to repair the world.Tikkun OlamFred RogersA fun Mr. Rogers nugget to digestHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Andy Overn is many things to the campus of Bethany Lutheran College: graphic design professor, faculty chair, drummer of The Divers, but theologian has never been one of his descriptors. In this course of the feast, co-host Norah Kratz joins Professor Overn to discuss a brief essay he wrote trying to grapple with concepts of Free Will and Fate with a Christian outlook. Feel free to wonder along with them!Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Miracles by C.S. LewisHarry Potter StaircasesFollow Along in the Essay (10:29 - 21:44)Thomas Sowell BooksThe Dunning-Kruger EffectDoyle Holbird ChapelThe Screwtape Letters by C.S. LewisThe Tree of Life directed by Terrence Malick             Creation SequenceRomans 8: 37-39Zephaniah 3: 16-17Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Spring is a featured season from the Benji Inniger nature documentary: Bold North. Recorded by a mixture of Inniger himself, the Mankato Symphony Orchestra, and the Budapest Scoring Orchestra in Hungary, enjoy the backing track to the awe inspiring nature documentary!Helpful Links for References in the Episode:Watch the full Bold North documentaryHumans Don't Exist - Benji Inniger's Bethany Gallery Reception (Spring 2025)Benji Inniger's SpotifyHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Helena Stevens, professor to the Bethany Lutheran College graduate program in Christian Mental Health Counseling, is handed the torch for this edition of Whistle the Feast. Listen along as Jason Jaspersen, Norah Kratz, and Gracen Lukasek describe their respective journeys to discovering art at Bethany Lutheran College. Enjoy the reminiscing on core memories in this wonderfully reflective episode.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Learn more about graduate studies at BethanyJust Add Water ColorbookBatman: A Death in the FamilyKoineHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen recites a quote from Socrates for this snack portion. The key to education is the fire it begins, not the filling of what's already there.Learn More of SocratesEducation according to SocratesHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen reads A Liturgy for Students & Scholars from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey.Learn More About Douglas Kaine McKelveyRead Every Moment HolyScroll Through Season 1 for more excerpts from Every Moment Holy.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Joining us for this course of the feast are some familiar members of the Bethany Lutheran College Community, Carl Bloedel (Father to Peter Bloedel) and Ingrid Bloedel. Enjoy this trip down memory lane steered by host Jason Jaspersen and co-host Claire Marcus as the four discuss their memories of each other, and the wonders of childhood across three generations.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Shout Out To All Those Bloedels Out There!Helicopter GamePeace Lutheran Church and School (Fort Wayne, IN)Little PeopleHyvee CookiesWooden Puzzles           Ball           CubeThor Washing MachineHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Co-host Claire Marcus provides a passage from author Aldous Huxley. The best advice Huxley was ever given was to take things lightly as they come. In the next week or two, remember to take things lightly.Follow Along HereLearn More About Aldous HuxleyHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

The Scarville Lutheran Church Youth Choir, directed by Constance Langhorst, sang in Bethany's Chapel back in November. This is the "Dies Irae (Day of Wrath)" arrangement by Constance Langhorst that they blessed our chapel with.If you wish to watch the chapel service.Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.Find past chapel devotions here on the Bethany Lutheran College Site.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen recites the wisdom spoken in the eigth chapter to the book of Proverbs. Follow along with him here.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

From the Jaspersen Residence, we hear an incredible conversation with Abby Skorenkyi about her life since graduating from Bethany Lutheran College. Follow along as they unpack certain discoveries of a studio art classroom from both a student and educator perspective.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Wisconsin Lutheran High School (Wisco)Shoreland High SchoolThe Screwtape Letters by C.S. LewisDrawing on the Right Side of the Brain by Betty EdwardsBut Not All Is Lost (Abby's Capstone Showcase)Disney's Robin HoodJason's WorksHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Listen as host Jason Jaspersen recites a verse from chapter 16 of the book of Psalms.Follow along here!Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

How You See Me - written and performed by Natalie HennigHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

The journey you'll encounter when you chat with the Terry Schultz is always a treat. Join Jason Jaspersen as he is joined by recent graduate of Bethany Lutheran College, Lizzy Strackbein, and friends of the podcast Faith Belt and Terry Schultz. Where will the conversation take our crew in this delightful second course to our feast.Links to References in the Episode:Doulos = SlaveAll of Terry's Psalms References             Psalm 46:2              Psalm 6:5-7             Psalm 23:4Every Moment HolyBeowulf (origin of border stalkers)Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen recites a powerful quote from author and preacher Frederick Buechner.Who is Frederick Buechner?If you're interested in his books start here!Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Carlitos DelaVega returns to showcase his song he wrote about saying goodbye to vices.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Join co-host Norah Kratz and Bethany Lutheran College professor and professional photographer Denice Woller as they unpack the nature of legacy. Photographs can encapsulate so many emotions and memories within them, and maintains a piece of those subjects once they leave. Enjoy hearing the life enriching process that goes into preserving these moments and the way in which they are naturally captured.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Interested in viewing Denice's work?                     -Woller PhotographyWatch the Distinguished Characters art gallery reception.Flashback to that Nora Roberts juggling article.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen reads A Liturgy for the Ritual of Morning Coffee from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. Allow God to be with you during those few moments of stillness.Learn More About Douglas Kaine McKelveyRead Every Moment HolyScroll Through Season 1 for more excerpts from Every Moment Holy.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Little Bird - written and performed by Natalie HennigHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Listen to the response "Grown Where You Aren't Planted" written by Bethany Education and Music major, Allison Rygh in response to a quilt called Dandelions in the Wind by Teri Polson. This quilt is a commentary on what we are called to do no matter where we start or what our surroundings are. Seeking out that plan that has been provided to us.Watch the Art Show ReceptionHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Crossing international waters to the streets of Chiang Mai, Thailand is no ordinary feat, but that is nothing compared to the amazing work done by Pastor Stephen Weisenauer. Host Jason Jaspersen is joined by Colin Neville to discuss the many ways that Stephen is able to serve different communities and share the message of Christ in several different ways, most notably in his service with the Free Burma Rangers. Accomplish all things as Christ did, with love, and serve the Lord with gladness!Recorded and Edited by Colin NevilleHelpful Links to References in the Episode:Psalm 23:4Stephen Weisenauer              Feature on On The Line Podcast Free Burma RangersBurma Civil WarPhilippians 4:13Forward in ChristMuskegon, MichiganHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This Chapel Sermon from Bethany Lutheran College was delivered by ELS Seminary President Tim Hartwig on December 4, 2025.The devotion follows Romans 13: 11-14Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.Find past chapel devotions here on the Bethany Lutheran College Site.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Right outside of Meyer Hall on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College, there is a collection of people who couldn't care less about what is happening on the ground among them. With their eyes on the skies from August to mid December, the Bethany Hawkwatch is organized by Professor Chad Heins who is alongside Jason Jaspersen for this lovely feature with brief interjections from God's creation.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Hawkwatch.orgAll Raptors That Fly Through Southern Minnesota              Broad-winged Hawk              Bald Eagle              Juvenile Bald Eagle              Red-Tailed Hawk              Turkey VulturesCorpus Christi HawkwatchThe Hudson River SchoolForest BathingGod & Guinness - by Stephen MansfieldSeason at the Point - by Jack ConnerHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

This Chapel Sermon from Bethany Lutheran College was delivered by Chaplain Don Moldstad on November 7, 2025.The devotion follows 1 Peter 2: 9-12Tune in to more Bethany Chapel Services here every school day at 10am.Find past chapel devotions here on the Bethany Lutheran College Site.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Jason Jaspersen reads A Liturgy of Praise to the King of Creation from the book Every Moment Holy by Douglas Kaine McKelvey.Learn More About Douglas Kaine McKelveyRead Every Moment HolyScroll Through Whistle the Feast for more excerpts from Every Moment Holy.Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

In a special episode of Whistle the Feast co-hosted by students of Bethany Lutheran College, Gracen Lukasek and Claire Marcus, our crew discusses their approaches to friendship. The conversation wanders from relaxing ways to experience moments to relationships with others to core memories and so much more. Put yourself in this environmental conversation and enjoy the feast it provides!Helpful Links to References in the Episode:Support Sweet Haven Tonics - New Ulm, MNWay of the CrossSeriously...read this bookThe Reenchantment of the World - Morris BermanDisney's Robin HoodChild HurdlesThat song Norah sand for like two seconds (Espresso - Sabrina Carpenter)Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Host Jason Jaspersen is joined by Bethany student Carlitos de la Vega to discuss the story and thought behind his musical background on the streets of Madrid, Spain. Featuring a song he wrote inspired by his grandmother, and the ways he discovered the gifts God has given him. Host - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Listen to the prose piece written by Whistle the Feast co-host Claire Marcus in response to a quilt by Koleesa Dirksen. This quilt is a good descriptor for everyday life as well as this show, a variety of different materials and pieces joined together to create something new and exciting.Watch the Art Show ReceptionHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Joined by englishman turned Minnesotan, Richard Stokes, host Jason Jaspersen has a wonderful talk about how others experience the Bethany environment, shifting religions in other places of the world, and many of Richard's stories from growing up in England.Helpful Links to References in the Episode:C.S. LewisLarry NormanArthur Ransome BooksArthur Ransome - SpyWest Ham United Futbol ClubLearn more about FivesSix Thinking HatsIain McGilchristQuantum Entanglement TheoryCharles DickensHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu

Host Jason Jaspersen reminds us with this passage that there is so much beauty around us. We are created to enjoy the art made by the same being that created us.Learn More About Robert BrowningHost - Jason JaspersenCo-hosts - Norah Kratz, Claire Marcus, Silas GawrischProducer - Jaksyn GrahamMusic Provided By: Renee GevingIf you have any feedback for the show, or have any questions you can reach the podcast at [email protected] the Feast is recorded on the campus of Bethany Lutheran College in association with the Christ in Media Institute. Bethany Lutheran College encourages their students, faculty/staff, and community to discover what God has given them at the place for Christian Creatives.If you wish to learn more about the college, or would like to schedule a visit, visit blc.edu