To hell with the hotdish!
123 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 5 years ago - ★★★★★ - 332 ratingsJoin your hosts working to move the perception of church beyond its cliched casserole culture. They don't shy away from questions you felt couldn't be asked. With a bit of laughter and a heart for community, these friends tackle the task of discipleship and mystery of faith to challenge the faithful from being too comfortable.
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Episode #19 | Summertime
June 27, 2016 15:42 - 29 minutes - 33.3 MBSummertime and the livin' is...well...different. Different rhythms and a different pace lead to new space for relationship. What will you do during the summer to rejuvenate your faith? Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Lake time!, Kyle has a question, The Belly Button Dilemma, Lorne is confident, Belly Button 4 is the worst, Leaf Lint, Getting macros right, Alex is silly excited, Practicing faith, Don't have to go far, A kickstart Check out tohellwiththehotdish.com for show notes,...
Episode #18 | Orlando
June 21, 2016 12:29 - 33 minutes - 37.6 MBIt's a week later but it's still important to talk about what happened in Orlando on June 12th. The guys share honestly the stories of their first reactions and the places where they are at now. With healthy conversation they turn the conversation to some difficult places. Mainly a look inside ourselves and a call to action: to be reminded that we are in this together and we are called to love. Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: In the midst of mourning, Again?, It's not one thing, ...
Episode #17 | Outlaw Christian
June 14, 2016 23:39 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBWe have a super helping of Hotdish! this week with a very special guest. The guys are interviewing Dr. Jacqueline Bussie about her new book "Outlaw Christian." The book and this episode are an exploration of pain, how we try to avoid it or cover it up, what we should do with it and how we are called to find authentic faith by breaking the rules. Featuring- Dr. Jacqueline Bussie Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Pop(Soda? Coke?)Talk, Go Cobbers!, Defying unwritten laws, Anger at Go...
Episode #16e | Are You A Teacher?
June 11, 2016 18:03 - 18 minutes - 20.6 MBIt's the last part of our 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Do people come to you for help with wrapping their mind around a concept? Do you love sharing ideas and seeing how they make a difference in someone's life? Then you might be a Teacher! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Alex teaches Lorne a thing or two, Mind blowingly revelatory, Connecting the dots, Light bulb moments, Lorne tries to diagnose his family, Point to truth or wisdom, Kyle comes from a line of...
Episode #16d | Are You An Evangelist?
June 11, 2016 00:14 - 15 minutes - 17.2 MBPart 4 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Are you passionate about something, so much so that everyone knows about it? Are you good at rallying people together? Then you might be an Evangelist! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Alex preaches Captain America, Always be selling, Lorne trolls Alex, Potentially uncomfortable images, Mr. America competitions, Bringing good news, People gather-ers, HYPE!, Joy vs passion Check out tohellwiththehotdish.com for show n...
Episode #16c | Are You A Prophet?
June 09, 2016 12:34 - 15 minutes - 17 MBPart 3 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Do you say a word or phrase that takes conversations deeper? Does it seem like you have an intuitive sense of the times? Then you might be a Prophet! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: What's Alex doing at 3:00?, What's Kyle doing in the morning?, Lorne's got the vision, Volume!, Isn't just future prediction, Attuned to other rhythms, Truth tellers Check out tohellwiththehotdish.com for show notes, to subscribe to the...
Episode #16b | Are You An Apostle?
June 08, 2016 12:34 - 14 minutes - 15.8 MBPart 2 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Would you describe yourself as visionary or pioneering? Are you interested in leading people into the future? Then you might be an Apostle! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Pushing into new territory, Selling all our stuff, Explorers and innovators, Marginalized in Christian community, Can sometimes be snuffed out, "Change for change sake", We need each other. Check out tohellwiththehotdish.com for show notes, to sub...
Episode #16a | Are You A Pastor?
June 07, 2016 14:09 - 32 minutes - 36.9 MBIt's the first part of a five part series! Releasing all this week, the guys are talking about 5 distinct gifts that we can have. It's a journey of discovery for them and for you! Do you care about how people feel after a conflict? Do you have a heart to be with people when they are in need? Then you might be a pastor! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Alex goes fishing, The perfect donut, Kyle throws back with cookies, Master of everything!, Making a model Christian, Lorne's past...
Episode #15 | Cross + Generational
June 01, 2016 16:49 - 36 minutes - 40.5 MBFaith formation, it's not just for the kids anymore! The guys welcome another guest on this week to talk about how his community is changing the way they do ministry with young disciples. Through story we hear how important it is to form and live out faith together across all ages, for all people. Let's get ready to blow some stuff up! Featuring- Paul Moody Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Kyle is loyal, "GET TO THE STEERING WHEEL", Lorne gives some shutouts, An interesting emot...
Episode #14 | #Decolonize
May 24, 2016 12:45 - 37 minutes - 42.2 MBBuckle up Hotdish! fans, we've got a good one for you. The guys welcome a special guest who is involved in a movement that is currently happening within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America called #DecolonizeLutheranism. Through her story we are reminded about the power of relationships, our unity in mission and the multitude of voices that are out there. This episode is sure to give you something to think about! Featuring- Kwame Pitts Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: The l...
Episode #13 | The Pentecostisode!
May 17, 2016 13:14 - 33 minutes - 37.4 MBHappy Birthday, Church! This episode is full on liturgical as the guys talk Pentecost and how the spirit is moving today. What new place or thing is the Spirit calling you to? (Note: This episode contains FIRE and is not for the faint of heart) Guest Spot- Anna Ernst Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Lorne is earthy, The wear red conspiracy, Alex's social experiment, Wind and fire....missing earth, The Jerusalem club scene, Kyle didn't start the fire...but he keeps it going, Choos...
Episode #12 | Excellence
May 10, 2016 12:33 - 30 minutes - 33.3 MBWe're not the slickest podcast on the block, but the guys are sure trying. They are talking excellence this week and how it has a tendency to creep into church culture. Through goofs and stories they highlight what they think is important about community. Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: New shot at an intro, Alex knows the secret, Spilled crackers, Lorne with the Bible check, Excellence creepin' everywhere, The Way of Volume, Mad Scientist Kyle and his Holy Experiments, Darn it S...
Episode #11 | Cozy Culture
May 03, 2016 12:37 - 30 minutes - 32.8 MBHow ya feelin'? Feeling comfy and cozy? Then prepare to be woken up because the guys are taking on purely cozy culture. In the first breaking down of the "5 Signs" episode, we try and find a better balance between cozy and challenge. Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Alex is swell, Breakin' down, Kyle chases his horses, Jesus baked cookies!, A boy and his shorts (Lorne), Goin' down for a nap, Burnout culture, Jesus made breakfast too!, Backwoods Jesus, Challenged to grow, Caring be...
Episode #10 | Church Bait
April 26, 2016 12:49 - 33 minutes - 37.9 MBWe have the funny pastors! The Lights! The Experience! Come listen... Is it working? This week the guys talk how we share about our communities and what we share or should share. Are you attracting or inviting? Come listen and compare against the THWTH standard of challenging cliche casserole culture! Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Kyle is a Ford man, Pretty solid Foley work, First cars, Lorne checks mail, Competing Senior Citizens, Pastors always be selling, Church Costco!: The...
Episode #09 | Building Bridges
April 19, 2016 15:08 - 33 minutes - 40.5 MBRecorded on St. Patrick's Day, we're digging deeper into some hotdish...culture by having on a special guest. He's a real "Hotdish Hero" from Minnesota. We jump right into what does it mean to cross boundaries, how do we interact with others, what role fear should play and how we build bridges between each other. Grab your hammer and hard hat so we can get building! Featuring- Patrick Shebeck Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Bring your friend to work day!, 2 on 2, Lorne likes b...
Episode #08 | 5 Signs You're Leading a Hotdish Culture
April 12, 2016 04:49 - 34 minutes - 38.4 MBAm I contributing to hotdish culture? The guys are back with another top 5 list. This time it's ways to know you are leading a hotdish culture. Don't worry if you're not a leader! Listen in, so when you become a leader, you're ahead of the game and can nail it...like Alex. Rate! Review! Share! Subscribe! Buzzwords: Lorne adds a new dimension, Ivory towers of judgement, You like us-we like you-we're all likable!, Alex nails it, Inventing models, Worshipping worship?, Kyle wants people to lik...
Episode #07 | Holy Scripture or Heated Soap Opera
April 05, 2016 05:52 - 32 minutes - 36.9 MBIt's the newest game show around: HOLY SCRIPTURE OR HEATED SOAP OPERA! Before we get to the game the guys talk about the Bible and how we approach it. Who will win the Bible smack-down between Alex and Lorne? Listen to find out! Buzzwords: Work-shopping new bits, More Alex impressions, the 'Bloids, Gospel fluency, Lorne invents words, Scapegoat pastors, Bible bully, Game show host Kyle, Dirt and Drama, Storytelling, Bringing it alive Check out tohellwiththehotdish.com for show notes, to sub...
Episode #06 | Holy Hangover
March 29, 2016 02:19 - 26 minutes - 29.2 MBIt's after Easter and the guys need some rest...seriously. They're not too tired to share the ways they take a break, which sometimes is a little too much sharing. Their exhaustion is your gain this week as they discuss resting and recharging. Buzzwords: The newest member, Lorne goes "teenage girl", Raisin' the roof!, Alex gets giggly, The mysteries of crunch-coat, New inventions, Kyle goes to the golf yard, Whipty-Do Elixer, Finding time to focus, Working from rest Check out tohellwiththeh...
Episode #05 | Holy Week
March 22, 2016 02:18 - 30 minutes - 33.2 MBIT'S HOLY WEEK! Okay... that's a bit much. The guys are excited and ready, with your guide to celebrating this "Super Bowl" of the church year. With interesting facts, stories, confessions, humor and more, you'll be prepared for everything that happens this week. Buzzwords: Kyle-The Super Liturgist, Taco Tuesday, Final Countdown, Alex's on-point impressions, Trida...Trida...TRIDOOM!, Lorne's Confession, Something for everyone!, Good Friday Fanatics, Reconnecting with the story Check out toh...
Episode #04 | Faith and Fitness
March 15, 2016 02:05 - 31 minutes - 33.5 MB"It's easier to be alive when we're not killing ourselves." The guys welcome a guest to help them try and figure out the link between fitness and faith. Can she convict them to turn from their terrible eating habits before it's too late? Featuring- Aubree Blomgren Buzzwords: Alex's Intervention, Temple of Doom, Kyle's Twang, Literal Hotdish, Gutty-works (Ghetti-works?), Everyday is Sunday!, Mind, Body, and Spirit, Lorne buys too many workout programs, Gas station pizza, chocolate, BLT's...O...
Episode #03 | It's Lent and Alex is Grumpy
March 07, 2016 21:58 - 23 minutes - 28.2 MBIt's Lent and Alex is super grumpy and confused. The guys explore Lenten disciplines and challenge the church to consider what it's really all about.
Episode #02 | 5 Signs You're Living in a Hotdish Culture
February 26, 2016 23:48 - 29 minutes - 34.5 MBWhat is a hotdish culture you ask? Listen in as the guys discuss the symptoms of the cliche casserole culture that is WAY too prevalent in the church today.
Episode #01 | An Introduction
February 22, 2016 20:58 - 5 minutes - 7.03 MBWe are 'To hell with the hotdish!' and we are committed to pushing the church beyond it's cliched casserole culture. We're challenging the faithful from getting too comfortable by engaging the church's time honored tradition of 'talking about it' - but now we can do it through the internet.