Latest Unite leadership Podcast Episodes
Exploring the Influence of Lutheran Education and More with Jonathan Schultz
Lead Time - November 28, 2023 21:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsJoin us for a fascinating conversation with Jonathan Schultz, the president of Concordia Publishing House. Jonathan's journey, from a home rooted deep in faith to serving as a volunteer missionary in Guatemala, is a testament to his devotion to the church. His experiences have moulded him into a...
Lutheran Rapper FLAME Kicks off Season 5!
Lead Time - November 21, 2023 12:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsFaith and music intersect in the most fascinating ways! Let us take you on a captivating journey with our guest, Grammy-nominated and Stellar award-winning hip-hop artist, Flame. He shares with us how rap has not only shaped his career but also helped him memorize scripture and excel academicall...
"The Ends of the LCMS” with Pastor Joe Beran
Lead Time - November 14, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsGet ready for a compelling discussion with Pastor Joe Beran as we journey into the heart of the Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS). We're cracking open the pages of Pastor Joe's new book, The Ends of the LCMS, as we delve into the modern challenges and transformational power of faith. This po...
BONUS! Modern Israel: Theological Discussion with Rev. Dr. Mike Middendorf
Lead Time - November 10, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWhat do the ancient scriptures reveal about Israel's role in the modern world? Grasp the complexity of this enigma as we sit down with Pastor Jeff Sutherland from Christ Greenfield and seasoned professor Reverend Dr. Mike Middendorf from Concordia University. We navigate through the maze of hist...
Beyond Sunday Service: The LCMS' Role in Community Engagement with Andy Warner
Lead Time - November 07, 2023 17:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsCan the decline of churches and pastors in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) be part of God's grand design? Join us in an engaging conversation with our longtime friend and listener, Andy Warner, who brings this intriguing concept to light. As a former Director of Christian Education who...
Unity, Innovation and Love - Vision for the LCMS with Reverend Tom Eggebrecht
Lead Time - October 31, 2023 11:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsImagine a church culture rooted in trust and love, where fear and division are things of the past. It sounds beautiful, doesn't it? That's the vision Reverend Tom Eggebrecht, a senior vice president of Ministry Solutions at the Lutheran Church Extension Fund, shared with us in our latest convers...
BONUS! A Wake Up Call - The State of the Synod
Lead Time - October 27, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsEmbark with us on this enlightening journey as we explore the 20-year trends of the Lutheran Church of Missouri Synod. We'll be pulling insights, dissecting the characteristics of adaptive leaders, and understanding the fine balance between managing stress, taking calculated risks, and maintaini...
Anti-Catechism? Deep Dialogue with Pastor Jason Braaten
Lead Time - October 24, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWho better to unpack the role of meaningful dialogue in understanding the complexities of faith than Pastor Jason Braaten? As we sit down with Jason, he shares his passionate journey into ministry and his firm belief that engaging in deep, thoughtful conversations can not only bring clarity to o...
From Baptist to LCMS: A Theological Journey with Reverend Dr. Rick Serena
Lead Time - October 17, 2023 16:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsImagine taking a deep dive into the theological roots of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, guided by the incredibly knowledgeable Reverend Dr. Rick Serena. Join us as we embark on an enlightening journey from the Evangelical Baptist churches to the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. We'll discuss...
Revitalizing Lutheran Values in a Digital Age with Dr. Gretchen Jameson
Lead Time - October 10, 2023 12:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsHave you ever pondered the deep roots of the Lutheran Church or how technology has reshaped our worship communities? Join us as we traverse these fascinating topics with Dr. Gretchen Jameson, a seasoned member of the LCMS. Gretchen sheds light on her longing to resurrect certain values within th...
The Heart of Lutheranism with Rev. Dr. Robert Kolb
Lead Time - October 03, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsImmerse yourself in the transformative journey of the Reformation with our esteemed guest, Reverend Dr. Robert Kolb. Dr. Robert A. Kolb is a professor emeritus of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. Kolb retired in 2009 after 16 years of distinguished service as missions profe...
From Dysfunction to Health: The Relational Journey with Dr. Justin Hannemann
Lead Time - September 26, 2023 12:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsDr. Justin Hannemann, founder of Grace Point Institute for Relational Health settles in for a deep and enlightening conversation. We uncover layers of his life as a husband, father, leader, and advocate for relational health. Together, we examine how relational health sits at the core of our con...
Exploring the Evolution and Impact of the Unite Leadership Collective
Lead Time - September 19, 2023 12:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsPrepare to navigate the evolution of the Unite Leadership Collective (ULC) alongside Tania Hilton and Renee Bennett. Experience first-hand the excitement shared as we explore how the ULC's mission, vision, and values are continuously advancing. Listen closely as discussions delve into the ULC's ...
Sports and Sermon Writing with Peter Nafzger
Lead Time - September 12, 2023 12:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWhat if the discipline and hard work you put in playing sports could be translated into a fruitful ministry? Join us in a captivating conversation with Peter Nafzger, a professor at Concordia Seminary, as we explore this exciting intersection between sports and ministry. Pete carries an enthrall...
Forecasting Christian Congregations in 2050 - With Rev. Dr. Chris Holder
Lead Time - September 05, 2023 12:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWhat does the future hold for Christian congregations and pastoral formation? A stimulating conversation with Reverend Dr. Chris Holder, a catalytic church planner and lead pastor at Bethel Lutheran, paints a vivid picture of this future. We explore Unite Leadership Collective's vision of equipp...
Uncovering the Collision of Doctrine and Leadership Development - Bonus Content
Lead Time - September 01, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsHow do you bridge the gap between academic theology and the real-world needs of a diverse, modern congregation? That's the question we're answering with guests Chris Croghan and Sarah Stenson from Luther House of Study, and Dr. Ryan Bredow of Grand Canyon University. Together, we dissect the dis...
Worship Wars: Exploring Music, Ministry, and More with Rev. Dr. Jim Marriott
Lead Time - August 29, 2023 12:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsJim Marriott, a committed musician, theologian, and pastor passionately reminisces about his lifelong journey with music and ministry. He shares about his childhood surrounded by church musicians, his love for the organ, and how his role as a director of music arts at Concordia Seminary was infl...
Final Take-Aways on the 2023 LCMS Convention with Jerry Rau
Lead Time - August 25, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsEver wonder what it takes to prepare for a large-scale church convention? Well, you're in for a treat as we sit down with lay delegate Jerry Rau. Jerry gives us an inside look at the intensity and extensive preparation that went into the LCMS convention. From the surprising amount of paperwork t...
Lamenting, Listening and Liturgy - A Candid Discussion with President Brady Finnern
Lead Time - August 22, 2023 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsGet ready to be enlightened as we welcome Brady Finnern, the insightful district president of the Minnesota North District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Brady pulls back the curtain on the intense world of the Synod Convention, emphasizing the significance of diverse perspectives and re...
Navigating Burnout and Stress in Church Leadership with Rev. Dick Koehneke
Lead Time - August 15, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsToday we're joined by Reverend Dick Koehneke, an experienced voice and guiding force in the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Reverend Koehneke sheds light on his conviction that God calls us to be faithful to whatever is put before us, a belief he nurtured through his admirable journey serving in...
Exploring Lutheran Heritage and Faith with Reverend Bill Hartley
Lead Time - August 08, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsOn today’s episode, we have an open and engaging conversation with Reverend Bill Hartley, who takes us through his unique faith journey - from the Jesus movement in the 70s, through various evangelical churches, and finally to the Lutheran Church. His recounting of both the triumphs and trials h...
Inside Concordia Texas: Campus Pastor Jake Boessling unpacks Teaching, Transition, and Transformation
Lead Time - August 01, 2023 12:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsGet a backstage pass to the diverse and Christ-centered community of Concordia Texas as we sit down with Reverend Jacob Boessling, the Campus Pastor. Discover the unique dynamics among the student body, the challenges faced by first-generation college-goers, and how Concordia maintains a welcomi...
Navigating the Tensions of Tradition and Innovation in LCMS - Bonus Lead Time!
Lead Time - July 28, 2023 12:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsIn today's bonus episode, we grapple with the stimulating debates surrounding 'The Zeal of His House' and the 'Worship Wars,' or pondering the complexity of roles between the pastor and the layperson in the LCMS culture. That's just a taste of our fascinating exploration in this episode. We pull...
Leading with Kindness and Wisdom: with Reverend Dr. Tim Klinkenberg
Lead Time - July 25, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWhat does it take to lead with kindness, courage, and wisdom amidst the trials and tribulations of our time? Reverend Dr. Tim Klinkenberg paints an inspiring picture in our enlightening conversation about his journey. From humbly playing football to receiving pastoral affirmation and now spearhe...
Convention Conversation: Confronting Church Challenges - With Amy Schweim
Lead Time - July 22, 2023 20:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsWhat if unity and powerful testimonies of Christ's love were the keys to addressing the challenges that plague the church? Join us as we converse with Amy Schweim, an experienced DCE leader in the local church and advisory delegate to the 2023 Synodical Convention in Milwaukee. With her vast exp...
Acknowledging the Beauty of the Big 'C' Church - with Dr. Jeff Kloha
Lead Time - July 18, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsJeffrey Kloha joined Museum of the Bible in summer 2017. He manages the Museum of the Bible Education, Scholars Initiative, Exhibits, Curatorial, and Collections departments and is responsible for executing those departments’ strategic plans, along with managing other professionals. Jeff previo...
LCMS Convention - Maintaining Unity and Navigating Challenges with Pastor John Karolus
Lead Time - July 14, 2023 23:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsEver wondered how the Lutheran Church of Missouri Synod maintains unity while navigating the challenges of a changing cultural landscape? Strap in as we explore this and more with Pastor John Karolus, a pastoral delegate for the upcoming convention, where he'll share his thoughts on speaking to ...
"Restoring Unity in the LCMS" with Rev. Dr. Christian Preus
Lead Time - July 11, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsPastor Preus has served as pastor at Mount Hope Lutheran Church since 2016. He is the son of Pastor Rolf and Dorothy Preus and comes from a large family with ten brothers and one sister. Seven of his brothers are also Lutheran pastors, which has to be some kind of a record. In any case, pastor i...
Encouraging Healthy Debate and Discussion in the LCMS
Lead Time - July 04, 2023 12:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsJoin Tim and Jack as they interview Noah Hahn, who graciously allowed us to have a fruitful discussion providing clarity on some comments he has made on previous Lead Time Episodes! Support the Show. Visit uniteleadership.org
"Role of Coaching for Pastoral Leaders" - With Larry Rietz
Lead Time - June 27, 2023 12:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsAbout Larry: With 28 years of experience as a senior executive (vice president) for a Fortune 100 company, Larry comes with a strong background in management, information acquisitions, customer service, team building and communication. He was responsible for launching new stores, creating stra...
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