The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio

Rev. Merritt Demski, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Waterloo, Illinois, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about season two of The Mandalorian, including the connection between this series from Disney+ and other shows in the Star Wars universe, themes that are present throughout the series, and what we can gain from this from a Christian worldview.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about roadblocks to identity like isolation from people and spiritual platitudes, what happens when we try to use social media to determine our identities, and how our communities around us help to shape those identities. 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, The Lutheran Witness, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching the Scriptures” feature in the December issue of the Lutheran Witness titled "God Comes for Scallywags," all about what the lineage and genealogy of Christ means for us today. Follow along and search the Scriptures with us! Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Rev. Dr. Rick Serina, associate executive director of the Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR), who replaces the Rev. Dr. Larry Vogel who retired in January, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his journey to the CTCR, the important work the CTCR does, and why he enjoys and looks forward to continuing this work. Learn more about him at blogs.lcms.org/2020/serina-accepts-call-to-ctcr and find all CTCR documents at lcms.org/ctcr.

Bishop Risto Soramies of The Evangelical Lutheran Mission Diocese of Finland (ELMDF) and Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, President of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the history of The Evangelical Lutheran Mission Diocese of Finland, how altar and pulpit fellowship is declared among church partners, and what this fellowship now means for both the ELMDF and the LCMS. Read more on this declaration of fellowship at ilc-online.org/2020/11/25/finnish-lutherans-enter-into-fellowship-with-the-lcms.

Alex Lobo— Concordia Music and Art Conservatory in Jackson, Tennessee, affiliated with David’s Harp, and Rev. Nathan Sherrill— Executive Director of David’s Harp, join Andy and Sarah to talk about Alex's journey to a love of Lutheran music and liturgy, why music is important for congregations and communities, and how David's Harp helps congregations and organizations bring music education to communities. Learn more about David's Harp and how to start a music conservatory in your community at davidsharpmusic.org.

Erin Alter— Director of Short-Term Missions with the LCMS, and Amy Jo Vorwark— Volunteer for Conversation Partners, join Andy and Sarah to talk about Amy Jo's experience as a conversation partner, the wonderful benefits from participating in this program, the need for volunteers, and how to sign up to participate. Learn more and sign up at servenow.lcms.org.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about questions that build identity, how we consider who Jesus says we are, some deeper questions about building identity, and the importance of people in our lives who ask these questions and help us work through the answers. We were experiencing some technical difficulties with our live programming, so the full program is brought to you in this podcast! 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. Dr. Mark Seifrid, Professor of Exegetical Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the upcoming Lay Bible Institute on Galatians at Concordia Seminary, including what we know about the Galatians, the major themes in this letter, and what this letter means for us today. Learn more and register for this virtual event at csl.edu/resources/continuing-education/lay-bible-institute. Galatians: Hearing Paul's Gospel Afresh Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. CT Due to concerns about the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic, this event will be held online. Registration: $20 Registration deadline: Jan. 24, 2021

Rev. Dr. David Lewis, Assistant Professor of Exegetical Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about The Faith and Film Festival in January 2021, including how this year's film festival will be different than last year's, the lineup for the films, and the exciting new things that participants will experience this year. Find details and register at csl.edu/resources/continuing-education/faith-and-film-festival.

Rev. Dr. Kevin Golden, pastor of Village Lutheran Church in Ladue, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his new book from Concordia Publishing House Blessed Be His Name, including what is so important about names, where we find God's name in scripture and what we learn about Him from those names, what God binds to Hs name, and how we use God's name both in our liturgy and in our daily lives. Find details and download a sample at cph.org/sacrednames. Preorder will be available in late December 2020.

Rev. Jon Smithley, Active Duty Air Force Chaplain, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his path to military chaplaincy, how KFUO Radio played an integral role in this journey, the importance of relationships among pastors and parishioners, and the role chaplains play in the armed forces. Learn more about chaplaincy and LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces at lcms.org/armedforces.

Scott M. Hyslop, DMA, Director of Parish Music at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church in Frankenmuth, Michigan, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the traditional Christmas concerts at St. Lorenz for the last 70 years, the virtual Christmas concert this year, and the exciting music they will be sharing. Learn more and watch the concert at stlorenz.org, facebook.com/MusicAtStLorenz, and facebook.com/StLorenzFrankenmuth. Virtual Music at St. Lorenz Saturday, December 12, 6:30 p.m. ET / 5:30 p.m. CT Sunday, December 13, 3:00 p.m. ET / 2:00 p.m. CT

Deaconess Tiffany Manor, Director of LCMS Life Ministry, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how the National March for Life and other life events have been helpful in communicating the sanctity of all human life, plans for the 2021 National March for Life and regional events like the Chicago March's "March on the Move" in January, and plans for an LCMS Life Conference. Find details for all of these things at lcms.org/life.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why a sense of self matters, what it means to have resilience, and how we can think of self-worth from a Lutheran perspective. 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. Dr. Matthew Heise, Executive Director of Lutheran Heritage Foundation (LHF), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about where the Lord is working through LHF to bring the Gospel to people in their first language, the projects in progress for Spanish-language materials, and how the pandemic has affected their work. Learn about the vast amount of resources and how to support the work of LHF at lhfmissions.org.

Rev. Dr. Joel Lehenbauer, Executive Director of the LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about different understandings and teachings on the End Times, what is false teaching and what is true Biblical teaching, what the Bible says about the signs of the End Times, and what we can learn from Scripture about the End Times. Read all CTCR documents at lcms.org/ctcr and find the document on End Times mentioned in this episode at The End Times: A Study of Eschatology and Millennialism. This is a rebroadcast from October 2, 2020.

Dr. Jerrode Marsh— Director of Music at St. Paul Lutheran High School (SPLHS) in Concordia, Missouri, and Kent Kunkel— Director of Development at SPLHS, join Andy and Sarah to talk about the upcoming (outdoor) Christkindlesmarkt happening December 11-13, including why they're bringing a traditional German Christmas market to SPLHS, what visitors will enjoy, and what to expect from the experience. Learn more and plan your visit at splhs.org/events and facebook.com/Saint-Paul-Christkindlesmarkt-105971921281969.

Rev. Andrew Dinger, pastor of Timothy Lutheran Church in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the unique community that makes up Timothy Lutheran, how the congregation reaches into the surrounding community, and how they've been able to carry on with ministry and services during the pandemic. Learn more about Timothy Lutheran at timothystl.org and facebook.com/timothystl.

Rev. Dr. Steven Hokana, Associate Director of LCMS Ministry to Armed Forces, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the challenges our troops and chaplains have faced during COVID-19 pandemic, why our military chaplains are a vital resource for our armed forces, and the need for more Directors of Religious Education and Chaplains. Learn more about LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces at lcms.org/armedforces. Interested in becoming a chaplain? Email [email protected]. This is a rebroadcast from July 31, 2020.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what identity is, how identity and vocation constantly overlap, and the foundational core of our identity in Christ. 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. Merritt Demski, pastor of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Waterloo, Illinois, joins Sarah to share Advent traditions in his home, the proper place of Thanksgiving in the church, the role of thankfulness in the Christian life, and being content in the midst of all the sales! This is a rebroadcast from November 27, 2019.

Rev. Dr. Ryan Tinetti, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Arcadia, Michigan, joins Sarah to talk about the themes we hear about in 1 and 3 year lectionary for the 1st Sunday in Advent, the wonderful "Stir Up" collect for this Sunday, and the hymn of the day we'll get to sing. Find more about Lutheran lectionaries and hymns at lcms.org/worship. This is a rebroadcast from November 27, 2019.

Rev. Dr. Rick Marrs, Associate Professor of Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri, joins Sarah and guest host Rev. Peter Ill, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, Illinois, to talk about the difference between pastoral care and counseling, when you should talk to your pastor, and why pastors need to know what you're going through. They also discuss what to expect in your conversation with your pastor, how to approach him with your question, and why you aren’t a burden on him. This is a rebroadcast from March 12, 2018.

Rev. Sean Daenzer, Director of Worship for the LCMS and International Center Chaplain, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what the season of Advent is all about, how this season brings us comfort and hope, how we bring this season into our homes, and resources from the LCMS for families. Learn more at lcms.org/advent and cph.org/advent.

Lisa Clark, Senior Editor for Curriculum Resources with Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Advent resources available this year from CPH, the wonderful "Jesse Tree" theme in the materials, and how families and churches can use these materials. Find all of these resources, including the family activity kit, at cph.org/advent. This is a rebroadcast from November 12, 2020.

Rev. Jon Fergeson, Senior Pastor of Peace Lutheran Church in St. Louis, Missouri, and KFUO Radio's Church of the Week, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the history of Peace Lutheran, traditions that shape congregational life, and why it's important for Peace to support KFUO Radio. Learn more about Peace Lutheran Church at Peacelutheranstl.org.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about roadblocks to industry, including being too busy for boredom, wanting complete happiness and contentment, and staying out of touch with our gifts and talents. 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. Matthew Wood, serving the Lord in Indonesia working with the Indonesian Christian Lutheran Church (GKLI), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the “Searching the Scriptures” feature in the November issue of the Lutheran Witness, all about receiving the physical body and blood of Christ Jesus in the Sacrament of the Altar. Follow along and search the Scriptures with us! Read about Pastor Wood and how to support his work at lcms.org/wood. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Sara Correnti, MS RD LD, Manager of Health & Welfare – Member Wellness Products with Concordia Plan Services, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about delicious (and healthy!) recipes for Thanksgiving, including Mediterranean Breakfast Muffins, Whole Grain Farro Stuffing with Miso Mushrooms, and Roasted Balsamic Brussel Sprouts. Mediterranean Breakfast Muffins by Rima Kleiner, RD, author of Dish on Fish Set oven to 350 degrees Combine 2 eggs, 2 ounces cooked / canned salmon, and 1/4 cup feta; combines and pour evenly into muffin tins Bake for about to 20 to 25 minutes These freeze well, making them perfect for busy mornings! Whole Grain Farro Stuffing with Miso Mushrooms cookinglight.com/recipes/farro-stuffing-with-miso-mushrooms Cooking spray 1 3/4 cups uncooked farro 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 pound mixed fresh mushrooms (such as shiitake caps, cremini, and oyster), chopped 1 cup chopped carrots 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1/4 cup white miso 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 4 ounces fontina cheese, grated (about 1 cup) 2 teaspoons sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a 2-quart glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Cook farro according to package directions to yield about 4 cups; drain and set aside. While farro cooks, melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Add carrots, sage, and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in miso; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add stock; simmer until liquid is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Combine cooked farro, mushroom mixture, cheese, vinegar, pepper, and salt in a large bowl. Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish. Bake at 400°F until top is lightly toasted, about 20 minutes. Roasted Balsamic Brussel Sprouts 1-2 pounds Brussel sprouts, washed and halved 1 Tbsp garlic powder 1-2 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp balsamic glaze /reduction 2 Tbsp shave Parmesan (optional) Preheat oven to 425 degrees For crispy Brussel sprouts, after chopping sprout in half, pull off 1-3 layers of leaves as you arrange on rimmed baking sheet Drizzle olive oil and sprinkle on garlic powder, tossing to combine Bake for 25-30 min or until tender, stirring halfway Drizzle with balsamic glaze; sprinkle lightly with Parmesan cheese as desired.

Kimberly Laube, Director of Life Ministries with Lutheran Family Service of Iowa, joins Andy and Sarah during the Adoption Stories series to talk about the work of Lutheran Family Service, how LFS helps birth parents and potential adopting parents, and the different routes to adoption. Learn more about Lutheran Family Service of Iowa at lutheranfamilyservice.org, and find Lutheran Family and Children Services in your area at lcms.org/rso and search keyword "adoption."

Rev. Paul Becker, pastor of Concordia Lutheran Church in Kingsport, Tennessee, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his article “Singing at the Supper: Teaching, Praising and Praying in the Lord’s Supper” in the November issue of the Lutheran Witness, including what we confess when we sing during the Supper, how these hymns teach us about the faith, and a few examples of beautiful texts. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Rev. Roy Askins, Managing Editor of The Lutheran Witness, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the themes in the November issue of LW, why it's important to have these hard conversations about the Lord's Supper, and what we can learn about doctrine and practice through this issue. Read this article at witness.lcms.org/2020/fellowship-at-the-table-for-you. Find online exclusives of the Lutheran Witness at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what it means to build industry with building relationships, thoughts and ideas, and emotions, how we make time for relationships in our vocations, and what contributes to our feelings of purpose. 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.

Matt Machemer, Associate Kantor at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, joins Sarah to talk about the themes we hear at the end of the church year, a few of the hymns we sing during this time, and what we learn about our God and the end times in these hymns. Learn about Lutheran Service Book 508, 511, 512, and 516. Find your copy of the Lutheran Service Book Companion to the Hymns at cph.org.

Lisa Clark, Senior Editor for Curriculum Resources with Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Advent resources available this year from CPH, the wonderful "Jesse Tree" theme in the materials, and how families and churches can use these materials. Find all of these resources, including the family activity kit, at cph.org/advent.

Rev. Kevin Robson— Chief Mission Officer of the LCMS, Rev. Steven Briel— Chair of the Board for National Mission for the LCMS, and Rev. Bernhard Seter— Chair of the Board for International Mission for the LCMS, join Andy and Sarah to talk through Resolution 4-04A from the 2019 LCMS Synodical Convention: "To Expand and Strengthen the Input with Which the Synod’s Triennial Mission and Ministry Emphases Are Determined." They discuss what this resolution means for these boards, the mission and ministry planning at the synodical level, and what congregations can expect to see in the coming year. Find the 2019 Convention Proceedings at here.

Grant and Sarah De Jong join Andy and Sarah during the Adoption Stories series to talk about what made adoption important to them, the process of their adoption of a child with Down Syndrome, and what they learned in this experience that would be helpful to other families considering adoption. Learn more about Lutheran Family Service of Iowa at lutheranfamilyservice.org, and find Lutheran Family and Children Services in your area at lcms.org/rso and search keyword "adoption."

Chaplain Eric Malmstrom— US Navy, retired, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his path to becoming a Chaplain in the Armed Forces, the stories of difficult and rewarding times in the service, and how we can support our military veterans. Read more about his story at blogs.lcms.org/2020/christ-on-the-front-lines-remembering-the-fallen and view photos of his retirement ceremony at facebook.com/MinistryArmedForces.LCMS/posts/3373535976048896. Learn more about LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces and becoming a chaplain at lcms.org/armedforces.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about industry and purpose, industry versus inferiority, identity and vocation, and finding our identity and purpose in Christ. 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.

Dr. John Lennox, professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Oxford and internationally renowned speaker and author, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Against the Tide documentary, how we can approach conversations about science and faith, the connections between science and faith, and why it's important to ask questions and be curious. Learn more about Against the Tide at againstthetide.movie and find tickets for limited Fathom Event Nov. 19 and 23 at fathomevents.com/events/against-the-tide. About Against the Tide: Against the Tide is a new feature-length documentary on the life, work, and mission of legendary University of Oxford professor, mathematician, and philosopher Dr. John Lennox. Lennox has devoted a lifetime in a rigorous investigation of the critical question “Do science and history refute the validity of the Bible and the Christian worldview?” In Against the Tide, veteran Hollywood actor and director Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead, Let There Be Light) outlines some of the most challenging accusations that science makes against scripture. Through compelling conversations and visual explorations, Professor Lennox sets the record straight, as he stands against the tide of disinformation and proclaims the undeniable Truth. Created by Pensmore Films, Against the Tide takes viewers on a journey from Oxford to Israel as Lennox and Sorbo unpack theological and scientific evidence of God, culminating in the Holy Land to experience the verifiable evidence about the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Viewers will be educated, informed, and edified in their faith, giving them the confidence and tools to defend their own faith as they also stand Against The Tide. About John C Lennox: Dr. John Lennox, professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Oxford, is an internationally renowned speaker and author. His books, which span the fields of science, philosophy, and religion, include God’s Undertaker: Has Science Buried God?, God and Stephen Hawking, Can Science Explain Everything?, Gunning for God, Where Is God In A Coronavirus World? and, 2084: Artificial Intelligence, the Future of Humanity, and the God Question. Prof. Lennox has traveled the world defending the rationality of Christianity and belief in God, and has debated some of the world’s most prominent atheists, including Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and Peter Singer. Throughout, Lennox stands firm: “Properly understood, the evidence inexorably points to the existence of a creator God.”

Kevin Sorbo, Actor, most widely known for his role as Hercules in the 1990’s TV series 'Hercules: The Legendary Journeys,' joins Andy and Sarah to talk about Against the Tide documentary and Faith Under Fire film, why he is a part of these projects about sharing our Christian faith, and what he hopes people gain from these productions. Learn more about Against the Tide at againstthetide.movie and find tickets for limited Fathom Event Nov. 19 and 23 at fathomevents.com/events/against-the-tide. Learn more about Faith Under Fire, opening Nov. 27 - Dec. 1, at faithunderfirefilm.com. About Against the Tide: Against the Tide is a new feature-length documentary on the life, work, and mission of legendary University of Oxford professor, mathematician, and philosopher Dr. John Lennox. Lennox has devoted a lifetime in a rigorous investigation of the critical question “Do science and history refute the validity of the Bible and the Christian worldview?” In Against the Tide, veteran Hollywood actor and director Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead, Let There Be Light) outlines some of the most challenging accusations that science makes against scripture. Through compelling conversations and visual explorations, Professor Lennox sets the record straight, as he stands against the tide of disinformation and proclaims the undeniable Truth. Created by Pensmore Films, Against the Tide takes viewers on a journey from Oxford to Israel as Lennox and Sorbo unpack theological and scientific evidence of God, culminating in the Holy Land to experience the verifiable evidence about the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Viewers will be educated, informed, and edified in their faith, giving them the confidence and tools to defend their own faith as they also stand Against The Tide. About Faith Under Fire: After an exhausting night saving a young girl from a raging house fire, Fireman Tom Hatcher is at the end of his rope. He couldn’t save his wife from cancer – and worse yet – his six year old daughter, Tiffany, is now facing the same possible fate. When he finds himself in a cold jail cell after attacking a pastor out of frustration with a seemingly absent God, Tom begins to reflect on his downward spiral into despair. But with the help and persistent friendship of the very man he assaulted, Tom is challenged to face his grief and embrace faith in the darkest hours of his life. About Kevin Sorbo: In 1993, Kevin Sorbo emerged as a full-fledged international TV star when he was cast as the lead role of Hercules in a series of TV films that would lay the groundwork for the immensely popular series, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. He also guest-starred as Hercules in episodes of the successful spin-off series Xena: Warrior Princess as well as providing his voice to the animated Hercules films. In 1997 Sorbo accepted his first leading film role in the fantasy action feature Kull the Conqueror. Along the way, he played characters in video games such as Mortal Kombat 4, God of War and The Conduit. He guest-starred on the sitcom "Two and a Half Men" and played a recurring role on the final season of "The O.C.." In addition to his work onscreen, Sorbo now also produces films, recently serving as Executive Producer and star of the movie Abel's Field. Currently he is promoting his upcoming feature film Faith Under Fire, and the theatrical release for his documentary Against the Tide. When asked about Against the Tide, Sorbo says, “I am frequently berated by Hollywood compatriots for my Christian faith. Bringing Against The Tide to the screen seemed a great opportunity to learn how to respond from a master in turning the atheist manifesto on its head. Furthermore, I get to appear as ‘myself!’” Besides his successful career in entertainment, Sorbo has always devoted a hearty portion of his time to causes he believes in. In 2005 he was named successor to Arnold Schwarzenegger as the national spokesperson for The Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit working to ensure that all children have access to quality after school programs, and since ‘97 Kevin has donated his time as the spokesperson for the non-profit organization, A World Fit For Kids. Sorbo recently authored the widely praised book, "True Strength," that recounts the painful recovery from serious health setbacks that changed his life during his Hercules years. He married actress Sam Jenkins, whom he met during her guest appearance on Hercules in 1998. They have three children together, Braeden, Shane and Octavia.

Carol Buckman, Advisor for Education Ministries with Christian Friends of New Americans (CFNA), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how CFNA welcomes new neighbors to their community, how CFNA has made a difference for someone new to United States, and how virtual trivia nights will benefit CFNA. Learn more, bid on auction items, and register for trivia at cfna-stl.org/trivia-night. Online Virtual Trivia Benefits Youth & Family Ministry to refugees and immigrants. November 7 and 14, 2020 Registration Deadline is November 5 or when full, so register NOW! 6:30 p.m. CST – CFNA “Around the World” Entertainment 7:00 p.m. CST – Trivia begins $20/person $160/team of eight (seminary students are free)

Bethany Andrews, Director of Engagement with Camp Lutherhaven in Albion, Indiana, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what outdoor education is, how this season (and any season, really) is a great time for outdoor education, and the opportunities for homeschool outdoor education at Camp Lutherhaven. Learn more at lutherhaven.org/homeschool-outdoor-education-program.

Kevin and Sara Skinner join Andy and Sarah during the Adoption Stories series to talk about what made adoption important to them, the process of their adoption, and what they learned in this experience that would be helpful to other families considering adoption. Learn more about Lutheran Family Service of Iowa at lutheranfamilyservice.org, and find Lutheran Family and Children Services in your area at lcms.org/rso and search keyword "adoption."

Rev. Warren Woerth, pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Arnold, Missouri, this week's KFUO Radio Church of the Week, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why Good Shepherd Lutheran partners with KFUO Radio, where we find comfort in Scripture for trying times (like election day), and how to use the vast amount of resources on creation to teach the faith at home. Learn more about Good Shepherd at goodshepherdarnold.org.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how industry is about more than just usefulness and contribution, what it means to talk about being good, and how true goodness comes from God. 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.

Kristyn Getty — wife, mother, and recording artist, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how singing the faith at home is a wonderful habit for families, how she and Keith work singing into their family routine, and their new album Evensong, available at gettymusic.com/evensong.

Cheryl Swope, MSEd, and author of Simply Classical: A Beautiful Education for Any Child (now in its 2nd Edition), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about why they chose homeschooling for their family, what was most helpful in their first year, how routines make homeschooling more manageable, and additional benefits of homeschooling on family life. Find Simply Classical: A Beautiful Education for Any Child at memoriapress.com/curriculum/special-needs.

Travis and Katie Hansen join Andy and Sarah during the Adoption Stories series to talk about what made adoption important to them, the process of their adoption, and what they learned in this experience that would be helpful to other families considering adoption. Learn more about Lutheran Family Service of Iowa at lutheranfamilyservice.org, and find Lutheran Family and Children Services in your area at lcms.org/rso and search keyword "adoption."