Michigan District, LCMS Podcast

The Michigan District Podcast is a collection of episodes produced and curated by the staff of the Michigan District, LCMS. The purpose of the podcast is to equip professional church workers and lay leaders for effective ministry by discussing trends in applied theology, sharing ministry tools, and exploring the innovative missional ministries throughout the district.

1.7 From Faithless to Faithful: Conversions, Convictions, and Reaching Gen Z | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: In this episode, Rev Dr. Randy Duncan shares his personal faith journey and insights on engaging with Gen Z. Both once unaffiliated with any religion, Adele and Randy […]

11-05
01:06:36

1.6 Truth in a Shifting World: Responding to a Culture of Blended Beliefs | Part 2 of 2 | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: In part two of our series on Neopaganism and spiritual blending, host Adele Werner continues the conversation with Pastor Gabe Kasper and Pastor Maxx Fisher. Together, they explore […]

10-22
01:07:40

1.5 Borrowed Rituals, Modern Longings: Why Neopaganism Speaks to Present-Day Hearts | Part 1 of 2 | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: Crystals. Tarot. Horoscopes. “Spiritual but not religious.” For many today, spirituality is no longer about dogma or tradition but about borrowing rituals that feel meaningful in the moment. […]

10-08
40:30

1.4 Body, Desire, and Dignity: A New Conversation for the Church | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: How do we faithfully talk about sex, purity, and relationships in the church today? In this episode, we sit down with Deaconess Sarah Rusche and Deaconess Rebekah Lukas […]

09-24
01:18:55

1.3 Bold Belief: Leading with Conviction in an Emmy-Winning Documentary | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: What happens when your faith is captured on camera—and broadcast to millions? In this conversation, Emily Worthmore reflects on her role in the Emmy-winning documentary “Girls State.” She […]

09-10
01:28:42

1.2 Same Grace, Different Sound: What Lutheran Worship Can Be | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Show Notes: Worship can be both faithful to Lutheran tradition and culturally resonant. During this episode, we’ll explore the complexities of worship practices within the Lutheran church and discuss the […]

08-27
01:23:24

1.1 A Calling and a Career: Church Work in Real Life | Conversations on Culture & Faith

  Show Notes: In the inaugural episode of Conversations on Culture and Faith, host Adele Werner is joined by members of her family to explore their diverse paths in serving […]

08-13
50:10

Season Trailer | Conversations on Culture & Faith

Trailer Notes: In today’s ever-changing world, we need the never-changing God to guide us. Conversations on Culture & Faith is a podcast exploring how Lutheran theology is lived out in […]

08-08
02:04

1.7 Meet the Director of Mission Development | Rev. Dr. Scott Yakimow | Mission in the Mitten

1.7 Meet the Director of Mission Development | Rev. Dr. Scott Yakimow | Mission in the Mitten Show Notes: In the season finale, we talk with Scott Yakimow, the Michigan […]

08-07
01:07:06

1.6 Is the pro-life movement anti-women? | The Luke Clinic | Mission in the Mitten

  1.6 Is the pro-life movement anti-women? | The Luke Clinic | Mission in the Mitten Show Notes The Luke Clinic proves that compassionate care can help women choose to […]

07-09
01:21:59

1.5 Do the incarcerated want to be ministered to? | Reproducible Prison Ministry w/ Madi Carter | Mission in the Mitten

1.5 Do the incarcerated want to be ministered to? | Reproducible Prison Ministry w/ Madi Carter | Mission in the Mitten Show Notes: Prison ministry is vital spiritual care that […]

07-02
54:20

1.4 What’s the wisdom in attending a conference over “doing” ministry? | BPM: Heartland | Mission in the Mitten

What’s the wisdom in attending a conference over “doing” ministry? | BPM: Heartland Show Notes: In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Joel Kaiser to discuss the upcoming Best […]

06-11
30:33

1.3 Is my pastor okay if he goes on a retreat? | Good Friend Ministries | Mission in the Mitten

Is my pastor okay if he goes on a retreat? | Good Friend Ministries Show Notes: Pastor Mark Hannemann discusses the critical importance of church worker wellness. As stressors faced […]

05-28
55:20

1.2 How is Gen Alpha changing the Family Discipleship Model? | Concordia Center for the Family | Mission in the Mitten

1.2 How is Gen Alpha changing the Family Discipleship Model? | Concordia Center for the Family | Mission in the Mitten Show Notes: Todd Biermann from Concordia Center for the […]

05-21
56:33

1.1 What challenges do inner city missions face? | Gifts For All God’s Children | Mission in the Mitten

What challenges do inner city missions face? | Gifts For All God’s Children Show Notes: On today’s episode, we’re joined by Patti Jacques and Hailey Noonan from Gifts For All […]

05-14
46:33

Mission: Remember

The Michigan District’s Director of Stewardship Ministries, Rev. Dr. Richard Wolfram, joins the podcast to discuss a new form of outreach–writing books for teens. Rev. Wolfram talks about the process […]

11-25
14:24

Universal Pre-K and Great Start Readiness Program (GSRP)

The Superintendant of schools for the Michigan District, Travis Grulke, discusses the benefits and outreach from Universal Pre-K and the Great Start Readiness Programs with Lisa May and Barb Ackerman. […]

11-18
18:24

Pray for your Church

Rev. Chris Paavola joins the podcast to talk about a new initiative: Pray for your Church.   Show Notes: Find out more about Pray for your Church: prayforyourchurch.com Find out […]

11-11
22:36

Serving Homeschoolers in the Michigan District

Michigan District Superintendent of Schools, Travis Grulke, leads the discussion on the growth of homeschool ministries as we hear from two leaders in our District sharing their experiences with homeschool […]

10-28
25:08

Tri-Parish Ministry

Rev. Kyle Kuehl shares the joys, adventures, and challenges of a tri-parish ministry in the Upper Peninsula.   Show Notes: Find out more about Trinity Lutheran Church in Newberry: facebook.com/tlcnewberry/ […]

10-21
22:29

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