The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio

Rev. Dr. Alfonso Espinosa, senior pastor at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Irvine, California, and author of “Faith that Sees through the Culture” and now “Faith That Engages the Culture“ available from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what it takes to witness effectively in today's world; the three touch points of person, place and perspective that help us witness effectively; and how we can use this knowledge and empathy to witness on today's current topics. Find Pastor Espinosa's books at cph.org.

Rev. Philip Robbins, pastor of Crown of Life Lutheran Church in Sun City West, Arizona, which is KFUO Radio's Church of the Week for February 14-20, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the community of Sun City West, what makes Crown of Life a unique congregation, and how members have been able to serve the community. Learn more about Crown of Life at colchurch.com.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about growing in intimacy for our spiritual and mental health, including intimacy versus isolation as a developmental conflict, how Satan tries to drive us apart especially in our most intimate relationships, the Old Adam versus New Adam in our struggles in intimacy, and how personality plays into this dynamic. Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Rev. Sean Daenzer, Director of Worship for the LCMS and International Center Chaplain, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the legacy of Michael Praetorius, including his education and experiences in Germany at the turn of the 17th century, the amount of church music he composed and influenced, and what is legacy is for us today. Find the book mentioned in this episode, "Heaven Is My Fatherland," at Amazon.com.

Natyra Crawford, Graduate of Project Invest through Concordia University Wisconsin, joins Andy and Sarah to share her story of Project Invest, including her journey to becoming an educator, how this program has been immensely helpful for her and her cohorts, the successes she's had in the classroom, and how Project Invest has helped her achieve her educational goals. Read her story at blog.cuw.edu/project-invest and learn more about Project Invest from Concordia University Wisconsin at cuw.edu.

Jessica Ingraham, Director of Education with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, joins Andy and Sarah to talk SoundLab, about a wonderful free music education resource for families, including how music education helps kids and families work through social and emotional aspects of social distancing and stress, the amazing impact this program has already had in classrooms nationwide, the science and technology incorporated into music, and how families can participate. Learn more and register for the digital downloads and watch parties at slso.org/family.

Rev. Dr. Jon Furgeson, Senior Pastor at Peace Lutheran Church in St Louis, Missouri, and Burnell Hackman, Director Music Ministry at Peace Lutheran, join Andy and Sarah to talk about how Lenten services serve the Body of Christ during this penitential season, the organ recitals that will follow Lenten services broadcast on KFUO Radio, and how these things are edifying for the Church. Listen to these services and recitals beginning at 11:00 a.m. CT at kfuo.org (or AM850 in St. Louis) during Wednesdays in Lent. Learn more about Peace Lutheran at peacelutheranstl.org and the schedule for the organ concerts at peacestlmusic.org.

Coach Lewis Smith, Head Coach of Concordia University Wisconsin Esports, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what Esports are, how they began at CUW, how the teams have thrived during the coronavirus pandemic, and how the teams compete. Learn more at cuwfalcons.com/sports/esports/index and follow their matches at twitter.com/CUWEsports.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what intimacy is and isn't, how intimacy is different from connection and community, skill sets such as communication and being known, and intimacy versus isolation. Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Rev. Roy Askins, Managing Editor of The Lutheran Witness, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching the Scriptures” feature in the February 2021 issue of the Lutheran Witness titled "In Jesus Christ," about the first phrase of the Second Article of the Apostles' Creed. Follow along and search the Scriptures and Apostles' Creed with us! Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

FLAME, Grammy-nominated hip hop artist, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why he creates hip hop music with deep Lutheran theological thought, how he's been able to have a variety of theological conversations based on the music he creates, details on his latest EP "Christ For You" on the Lord's Supper, and what's next in the Extra Nos series. Follow him on social @Flame314 on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Find his music at clearsightmusic.com and on any digital music platform.
 
 Included in this episode: FLAME’s title track, “Christ For You,” from his new EP “Christ For You,” and "2KR" from the original "Extra Nos" EP. Used with permission. Find all of FLAME's music at clearsightmusic.com.

Signe White, Executive Director of Camp Perkins near Hailey, Idaho, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how Camp Perkins plays a part in Christian formation those who attend camp there, opportunities for youth and families this summer, what makes Camp Perkins a unique camp, and opportunities for summer staff. Learn more about Camp Perkins at campperkins.org. Find out more about all Lutheran camps for attendees and staff through the National Lutheran Outdoors Ministry Association at nloma.org.

Deaconess Tiffany Manor— Director of LCMS Life Ministry, and Deaconess Rachel Jaseph Director of The Shepherd's Hand Community Outreach Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the life-affirming events that have been happening around the country, how Shepherd's Hand serves the community around Fort Wayne, and the life-affirming message that is proclaimed through these events. Learn more about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life and Shepherd's Hand Community Outreach Center at shepherdshandfw.org.

Rachel Bomberger—writer, editor, home-educator, mom, wife to US Navy Chaplain, and co-host of The Lutheran Ladies Lounge podcast—joins Andy and Sarah to talk about her experiences entering into the traditions and culture of military life, her encounter with the tradition of Morning and Evening Colors, and how this tradition has become part of her own life. Read her article in the online Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org/2020/praying-colors-morning-and-evening. Read and listen to LW online at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness. This is a rebroadcast from October 6, 2020.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about resilience and growth, including what resilience is, where we see stories of resilience in the Bible, where we have resilience in our own lives, and and skills for building resilience in ourselves and others. Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Mr. Mike Schiemann, Principal at Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School in Cornelius, Oregon, and students Parker, Shani, Alina, and Micah join Andy and Sarah during National Lutheran Schools Week to talk about why their families chose Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School, what a typical day looks like for these students, when they learn about Christ during their day, and how Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School serves the families of the students who attend there. Learn more about Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School at fhlcs.org.

Rev. Dr. Mark Kiessling, Director of Youth Ministry for the LCMS, and Julianna Shults, DCE, Program Manager of Youth Ministry for the LCMS, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the support that leaders in youth ministry need, how National Lutheran Youth Workers Conference offers support to those serving in youth ministry, and what youth can learn in YouthLead at National. Learn more and find details for National at lcmsgathering.com/national-2021.

Dr. Craig Oldenburg, Camp Director at Camp Concordia in Gowen, Michigan, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how Camp Concordia plays a part in Christian formation those who attend camp there, opportunities for youth this summer, what makes Camp Concordia a unique camp, and opportunities for summer staff. Learn more about Camp Concordia at campconcordia.org. Find out more about all Lutheran camps for attendees and staff through the National Lutheran Outdoors Ministry Association at nloma.org.

Mr. Timothy Merritt, high school principal and teacher at Faith Lutheran School in Plano, Texas, and high school students John, Olivia, David, and Slade join Andy and Sarah during National Lutheran Schools Week to talk about why their families chose Faith Lutheran, what a typical day looks like for these students, when they learn about Christ during their day, and how Faith Lutheran serves the families of the students who attend there. Learn more about Faith Lutheran School at flsplano.org.

Dr. Mark Bender— Minister of Music at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, Missouri, Kelly Schumacher— Liturgical artist, and Erin Bode— recording artist, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the upcoming Art & Song event at St. Paul's, including the aim of liturgical art, what art Kelly will be showing, how hymnody has influenced Erin's musical formation, and the sons Erin will be singing. Find all of Kelly's work at agnusdeiarts.com and Erin's music at erinbode.com. Sunday, January 31, 2021 Art Exhibit 2:00-6:00 p.m. Concert 4:00 p.m. Covid guidelines will be followed and pre-registration is required. Find details at stpaulsdesperes.org/music and register through signupgenius.com.

Mrs. Jocelyn Benson, Head Teacher for Wittenberg Academy, and Scholars Douglas, Joanna, and Sarah join Andy and Sarah during National Lutheran Schools Week to talk about why their families chose Wittenberg Academy, what a typical day looks like for these scholars, when they learn about Christ during their day, and how Wittenberg Academy serves students in a variety of places. Learn more about Wittenberg Academy at wittenbergacademy.org.

Professor Eugene Pitchford, professor in Concordia University Wisconsin's School of Education and a program director of Project Invest, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how Project Invest began, who is served by this program, the successes that have come from the program, and how the students who complete this program serve their communities. Learn more at blog.cuw.edu/project-invest and cuw.edu/academics/schools/education/outreach/project-invest.html.

Rev. Bob Riggert, Author of the "Sent to Serve" Chapel Talks for LCMS School Ministry, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why Lutheran Schools are important today, what happens in a Lutheran chapel service, and the theme for the National Lutheran Schools Week chapel talks. Learn more about National Lutheran Schools Week at lcms.org/lutheranschoolsweek and the Chapel Talks for 2020-2021 at files.lcms.org.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about relationships and growth, including how we begin relationships, how we make and receive bids for connection with those around us, and how we grow relationships with our friends and family. This week, pay attention to how you bid for connection with others, and how you react to others when they bid for connection with you! More info at: heidigoehmann.com/blog/bids-for-connection gottman.com Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Bobby Schroeder— Pianist and Director of Music Ministry St John’s Lutheran Church in Arnold, Missouri, and Daniel Burroughs, Producer, join Andy to talk about Bobby's musical journey, the aim of his music, what goes into the process of making a new album, and his approach to composing new original music. Learn more and listen to Bobby's music at bobbyschroeder.com. Music in this episode: Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me ©2021 Bobby Schroeder, used with permission.

Rev. Brady Finnern, new host of Thy Strong Word on KFUO Radio and pastor of Messiah Lutheran Church in Sartell, Minnesota, joins Andy to share his story, explain just how Minnesotan he really is, what he's looking forward to as host of Thy Strong Word, why it's important to study the Word of God, and what he hopes to accomplish with Thy Strong Word. Read his bio at kfuo.org/author/bradyfinnern and find all Thy Strong Word episodes at kfuo.org/thystrongword.

Steve Johnson, Executive Director of Lutheran Valley Retreat in Woodland Park, Colorado, joins Andy to talk about how LVR plays a part in Christian formation those who attend camp there, opportunities for children and youth this summer, what makes LVR a unique camp, and opportunities for summer staff. Learn more about Lutheran Valley Retreat at lvr.org. Find out more about all Lutheran camps for attendees and staff through the National Lutheran Outdoors Ministry Association at nloma.org.

Bethany Andrews, Director of Engagement for Camp Lutherhaven in Albion, Indiana, joins Andy to talk about how Camp Lutherhaven plays a part in Christian formation for everyone who visits, what makes Camp Lutherhaven unique, opportunities for children and youth this summer, and openings for summer camp staff. Learn more about Camp Lutherhaven at lutherhaven.org. Find out more about all Lutheran camps for attendees and staff through the National Lutheran Outdoors Ministry Association at nloma.org.

Rev. David Fleming, Executive Director for Spiritual Care with DOXOLOGY: The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care and Counsel, joins Andy and Sarah during Mental Health Awareness Week to talk about how DOXOLOGY supports pastors in their own spiritual care and caring for the souls in their congregations, the critical nature of pastors and church workers (and really everyone) to receive spiritual and mental health care, and where we start to seek our own support, both with pastors and counselors. Learn about the wonderful opportunities for pastors and congregations through DOXOLOGY at doxology.us. This is a rebroadcast from October 9, 2020. Resources for mental health and wellness: doxology.us for pastoral and congregational spiritual and counseling care lcms.org/wellness for LCMS resources Insurance or medical sharing programs, supplemental coverage programs EAP (Concordia Plans members, look here) 211.org – find your local resources for each state / area ruralhealthinfo.org – find information for rural health. (Behavorial health: ruralhealthinfo.org/toolkits/telehealth/2/specific-populations/behavioral-health) nami.org/Videos/NAMI-Basics-OnDemand – National Alliance on Mental Illness. This link is for Mental Health Basics. mhanational.org/ – Mental Health America, mental health screenings hazeldenbettyford.org – substance use and treatment, other addiction treatment va.gov and lcms.org/armedforces for veterans and military personnel Resources if you need immediate help: thehotline.org – National Domestic Violence Hotline – (800) 799−7233 or chat online crisistextline.org – Crisis Counseling via text message – text HOME to 741741 suicidepreventionlifeline.org – National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – (800) 273-8255 or chat online

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how to have empathy on social media, including these five points: Find Their Face Know When to Abort or Relocate Utilize the Facebook Disclaimer Be Real, but Understand the Intimacy Level Just Be Happy for Them. This is a rebroadcast from June 15, 2020. Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Christina Roberts, Kantor at Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Grand Rapids, Michigan, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the upcoming NIKE: A Marathon of Hymns Celebrating Christ's Victory at Our Savior on Friday, January 29th, 8:30am ET / 7:30am CT, including what inspired this idea, how the children of Our Savior Lutheran School will be an integral part of this festival, why singing hymns is so important, and how you can participate. Learn more at oslsgr.org/nike-hymn-marathon and RSVP to the event on Facebook at facebook.com/events/443704623332498.

Sara Correnti, MS RD LD, Manager of Health and Wellness with Concordia Plan Services, joins Andy and Sarah to highlight two great services from CPS, 98point6 and Grand Rounds, that help you take control of your health care with better quality care. Both of these are available to CPS Members through the Member Portal and in App Stores. Learn more at concordiaplans.org.

Rev. Todd Kollbaum, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church & School in Madison, Nebraska, and Director of Rural and Small Town Mission with the LCMS, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the challenges faced by rural and small town congregations, how these congregations may be uniquely positioned to weather the COVID-19 pandemic, how partnerships have proven immensely beneficial for these congregations, and what some of these partnerships look like. Learn more about LCMS Rural and Small Town Mission at lcms.org/rstm.

Rev. Dr. Geoffrey Boyle, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church and Grace Lutheran Church in Wichita, Kansas, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what we learn from the Church Fathers, how these writings are especially beneficial for us today, a few recommendations of where to start, and some wonderful examples of teachings. Read Dr. Boyle's series on "Reading the Old Testament with the Early Church Fathers" at witness.lcms.org/2020/reading-the-old-testament-with-the-early-church-fathers. Recommended Writings: St. Athanasius "On the Incarnation" — amazon.com or svspress.com/on-the-incarnation-english-only. Melito of Sardis "On Pascha" — amazon.com or svspress.com/on-pascha-second-edition-pps55.

Rev. Peter Ill, Senior Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, Illinois, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what Jesus’ Baptism mean for us, why this is significant in the life of the Church, and how we observe this day in the season of Epiphany.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what God’s memory has to do with growth, what God remembers (i.e. His character, His children, truth), how God's memory is wonderfully different than our own, and how remembering God's faithfulness is part of our growth. Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Rev. Roy Askins, Managing Editor of The Lutheran Witness, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching the Scriptures” feature in the January 2021 issue of the Lutheran Witness titled "I Believe," all about the First Article of the Apostles' Creed. Follow along and search the Scriptures and Apostles' Creed with us! Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Dr. Joel Biermann, Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his article in the January 2021 issue of The Lutheran Witness "A Chaste and Decent Life" including how we value virtues in our modern society, why chastity is an awkward thing for us to talk about, and how chastity relates to our vocations. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Erin Mackenzie— Volunteer Coordinator for the Latin America and Caribbean Region, based in the Dominican Republic, and Anne Gonzalez— Manager of Short Term Mission Training and Engagement with the LCMS Office of International Mission, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the upcoming month-long free virtual event Missions Unpacked, including what exciting things participants will experience during this event, the regions and cultures that participants will visit, and how to participate. Learn more and register at calendar.lcms.org/event/missions-unpacked-jan2021.

Rev. Dr. James Marriott, Director of Music Arts at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 399, "The star proclaims the King is here." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Christina Roberts, Kantor at Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Grand Rapids, Michigan, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 362, "O Sing of Christ." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Benjamin Kolodziej, member of Faith Lutheran Church in Plano, Texas, and contributor to the Lutheran Service Book Hymnal Companion, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 969, "Sweet flow'rets of the martyr band." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Matt Machemer, Associate Kantor at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 382, "We praise You, Jesus, at Your birth." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Dr. Jerrode Marsh, Director of Music at St. Paul Lutheran High School in Concordia, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 386, "Now sing we, now rejoice." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Chaplain Brian Hamer, Chaplain in the US Marine Corps, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 358, "From heaven above to earth I come." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Rev. Sean Daenzer, LCMS Director of Worship and International Center Chaplain, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 897, "O rejoice, ye Christians loudly." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Paul Soulek, Director of Parish & School Music at St. John Lutheran Church in Seward, Nebraska, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 389, "Let all together praise our God." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Deaconess Sandra Rhein, Missionary, Sacred Music Educator in Asia, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 360, "All my heart again rejoices." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Rev. Dr. Jon Vieker, Senior Assistant to the President of the LCMS, joins Andy and Sarah to explore our rich hymnody for the season of Christmas! Today, we learn about Lutheran Service Book 372, "O Jesus Christ, Thy manger is." Find your edition of the Lutheran Service Book at music.cph.org/lutheran-service-book/related-products and the LSB Companion to the Hymns at cph.org/p-33586-lutheran-service-book-companion-to-the-hymns-2-volume-set.aspx. Find more research at hymnary.org and tips at music.cph.org/blog/diy-hymnology-research-tips-for-studying-hymns.

Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, Admission Counselor at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and host of KFUO Radio's Cross Defense, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about life as an Admissions Counselor at CTSFW, his (maybe crazy) idea to visit all 6000 congregations in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, what he's looking for to in this uber LCMS travel vlog project, and what he hopes to learn at each congregation. Find all of Pastor Bramwell's vlogs on YouTube at youtube.com/c/tyrelbramwell, and find him on social at instagram.com/tyrelbramwell and facebook.com/TyrelBramwell. St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Taken by Rev. Tyrel Bramwell at the beginning of his #SeeTheSynod tour. Used with permission.