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Welcome to “Processing,” your weekly podcast where we discuss faith and culture hosted by Pastor Kirk Graham and Pastor Logan Ketterling. Each week, we dive into how faith and pop culture and what it means to live out our faith in today’s world. We answer questions submitted by our listeners with honest and biblically grounded answers. Join us as we process the big and small questions of life and faith together, one episode at a time. To learn more, visit our website at https://www.rivervalley.org/ or download the River Valley Church app.
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Logan and Kirk take this episode to process the emotions around the recent events that have taken place in Minnesota. Kirk debriefs his interview on Fox News, then they discuss the shooting of Alex Pretti and the weight of seeing this much tragedy on social media. Lastly, they answer some questions about the ins and outs of 2026 and how to lead people older than you.
Logan is joined by Anthony and Josiah to discuss the recent disruption at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. They react to Pastor Kirk's interview on Fox News regarding the incident, elaborate on why this was wrong, and further discuss what has occurred in our state regarding ICE and protesting. They also have a conversation about why we fast as we are in the last week of 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting.
Logan and Kirk are back, and are joined by the one and only Pastor Rob! They debrief Pastor Rob's vision for our church this year, and dive into our topic for prayer and fasting this week, "How to Hear God's Voice." They spend the rest of the episode responding to the myriad of current events that have come up in the past few weeks: ICE raids and the death of Renee Good, the revolution in Iran and the new food pyramid.
Pastors Josiah and Anthony kick off the first episode of the year by processing faith, current events, and spiritual formation. From Venezuela and Stranger Things to a deep dive into the Lord’s Prayer, the conversation unfolds during 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting. This episode sets the tone for a year centered on prayer, discernment, and growing closer to God.
Episode 65: As the final episode of the year, Logan and Kirk slow down to reflect on everything this season has held—personally, spiritually, and culturally. From Christmas traditions and reading Scripture as a family to parenting, work, generosity, and the rapidly changing world around us, this conversation captures what the Processing Podcast is really about. Together, they look back with gratitude, share honestly about lessons learned, and talk through what it means to live with purpose and conviction as they head into a new year following Jesus.
Logan is back from paternity leave and gives updates on how their family of three is doing. He and Kirk then dive into a lengthy discussion about the Bondi Beach shooting, and what we know of the shooters. They process what it means that the shooters were Muslim and what this reveals about the nature of Islam.
Episode 63: Pastor Zeus is back on Processing! This week Zeus and Kirk kick off the episode talking about changes in culture; Gen Z is more religious than their parent's generation (Gen X), and over half of LGBTQ characters are being removed from TV shows in the next year. Zeus then goes on to share his perspective on immigration as an immigrant in America and the power of an invite to church at Christmas. Lastly, they respond to Kirk Cameron's take that he no longer believes in eternal conscious torment.
Episode 62: We're back from Thanksgiving with a fresh group - Anthony, Dave and Josiah! After reflecting on their Thanksgiving weekend , they jump into viewer questions. They consider how you should dispose of a Bible and share their takes on different styles of preaching. They also answer a question about demonic possession in the Bible and why it seems like we don't see it as often in the U.S. Lastly, they discuss the fraud taking place in Minnesota government.
Episode 61: Happy Thanksgiving, Processing family! This week Logan and Kirk reflect on the Live Episode and share some highlights. They also respond to a reel from Neeza, a former transgender female, sharing how he encountered the Gospel for the first time and how we should have more urgency in sharing the Good news. They talk more about discipline in parenting and consider the implications of AI music.
Episode 60: Check out our first ever live audience episode! Pastors Logan and Kirk are joined by Pastors Josiah and Anthony to have some fun conversation and answer viewer questions. They talk Northern Lights, disciplining children, Israel, AI, and hit many other topics, thanks to our amazing listeners. We hope you love the episode as much as we did!
1Episode 59: Kirk and Logan return with a thoughtful yet entertaining episode that balances humor and depth. After a surprise guest appearance, they discuss the rise of 50-year mortgages and what it means to approach finances with wisdom and faith. They also explore topics like spiritual stillness, prophetic discernment, and the role of government and stewardship—all through a grounded, biblical lens. It’s a rich conversation about living wisely, thinking critically, and keeping Christ at the center of everyday life.
Episode 58: Logan and Kirk dive into a lengthy debate about Christian Nationalism versus Islamic Nationalism. What are the comparisons between Christianity and Islam, and how do they impact our country? They also react to reels that ignite their love for God and bring new language to what God is worthy of. Lastly, they clarify what is sexually immoral in dating and marriage.
Episode 57: Logan and Kirk take this week to process the "No Kings" protests happening around the country and Trump's claim that "nothing could get him into heaven." They consider the lack of theological understanding and emphasize the beauty of the gospel. They also discuss Allie Beth Stuckey's Jubilee debate and how well she respected her opponents. And and exciting update, tickets for the Live Processing Podcast are available NOW! https://brushfire.com/rivervalley/liveprocessingpodcast/616889
Episode 56: In light of the upcoming holiday, Logan and Kirk deep dive into whether Christians should celebrate Halloween. Last year, they discussed the historical basis and how that can shape our view. This year they consider the disputable matters we should bring to the Lord versus ways to "celebrate" that are sinful. Pastor Kirk clarifies his family's decision to not go trick-or-treating, and Logan addresses what we should avoid altogether. Stay tuned until the end for an update on the Live Processing Recording!
Episode 55: Anthony and Josiah are back for Processing! They spend this episode answering viewer questions - what's the origin of the pyramids, and how should we navigate conspiracies, is God a male or female, and did Jesus really descend to hell? Tune in for a fruitful conversation that doesn't just answer these questions, but give deep insight into how you can process topics like these.
Episode 54: This week on The Processing Podcast, Logan and Kirk dive into the incredible stories of celebrities encountering Jesus and being transformed by the truth of Scripture. They challenge us to consider the power of boldly sharing our own testimonies and the Gospel — and explore why so many believers hold back when it comes to living out their faith publicly. Plus, they tackle a big question: Are Mormons really Christians? Stick around to the end for an exciting update about the upcoming live episode!
Episode 53: This week on the Processing Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Joel Muddamalle for an eye-opening conversation on faith, spiritual battles, and what it means to follow Jesus in today’s world. Joel unpacks big themes from his book The Unseen Battle—like the three rebellions in Scripture—and shares how they still play out in our lives right now. You’ll hear both deep theology and practical wisdom that will encourage you to stand firm and live with confidence in Christ.
This week on the Processing Podcast, Logan and Kirk continue the conversation about the life and passing of Charlie Kirk. They reflect on the powerful memorial service, noting the remarkable number of people who boldly shared the gospel message and highlight Erika Kirk’s inspiring grace and ability to forgive. They also give their input on whether Jimmy Kimmel's cancellation was an overreach of the government or not. Finally, they dive into a discussion on how Christians should approach the complex issue of the death penalty.
Episode 51: In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Logan and Kirk unpack the many layers of this tragedy. They reflect on his influence, his unwavering boldness in faith, and the wide range of emotions people are experiencing. Together, they also grapple with how to respond to those who are openly celebrating his death and speak to the spiritual battle that is happening in the midst of all this.
Episode 50: Fall is here—and so is football season in full swing! Logan gives Kirk a crash course on how Fantasy Football works and shares ways to enjoy the season without compromising character. They also react to a clip of Bryce Crawford’s conversation with the Island Boys, highlighting his inspiring heart for evangelism. Among many other topics, they tackle a viewer’s question about why the church hasn’t addressed gluttony. And stick around until the very end—we’ve got a fun way for you to engage with Processing soon!
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