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The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio
As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let’s be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. The Coffee Hour is underwritten by Concordia University Wisconsin. Live Uncommon. Learn more at cuw.edu.
Episodes
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Serious Joy, Part 3
How can we express joy even in sorrow? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church, Austin, TX) joins Andy…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Work Scholarships
How do Church Work Scholarships make a difference for church work students? The Rev. Patrick Gumz (Mission Executive, Central Illinois District of The Lutheran…
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Following the Formula, Article IX: Christ’s Descent into Hell — LW Searching Scripture, September 2026
In the 16th century, there were some disputes among Lutherans over the phrase of the Apostles’ Creed, “He descended into hell.” The FC explains its meaning…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Jon Braunersreuther
We head to the great state of Texas for today’s conversation! The Rev. Dr. Jon Braunersreuther (President, Texas District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri…
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Stories in Global Lutheranism: Evangelical Lutheran Church of Brazil (IELB)
What does the confessional Lutheran church look like in Brazil? We were honored to meet and share stories of global Lutheran church leaders at the…
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Stories in Global Lutheranism: Christian Evangelical Lutheran Church of Bolivia
What does the confessional Lutheran church look like in Bolivia? We were honored to meet and share stories of global Lutheran church leaders at the…
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Serious Joy, Part 2
Can you have joy even when you're suffering? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church, Austin, TX) joins…
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Set Apart to Serve: Caring for Church Worker Wellness
How does a congregation’s care for her church workers impact the congregation and the recruitment of future church workers? David Kuschel (Assistant Vice…
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Banana Ball! Meet Blake Benson, #17 Loco Beach Coconuts
How do Concordia Universities prepare students for their next chapter in life and service to their neighbor? Maybe even a career in the lively world of Banana…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Scott Murray
What are the duties of the 3rd Vice President of the LCMS? The Rev. Dr. Scott Murray (retiring as 3rd Vice President of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…
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Stories in Global Lutheranism: Evangelical Lutheran Church of Argentina
What does the confessional Lutheran church look like in Argentina? We were honored to meet and share stories of global Lutheran church leaders at the…
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Stories in Global Lutheranism: Lutheran Mission - Australia
What does the confessional Lutheran church look like in Australia? We were honored to meet and share stories of global Lutheran church leaders at the…
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Serious Joy, Part 1
What is joy? What is serious joy? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church, Austin, TX) joins Andy and…
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Set Apart to Serve: Classical Lutheran Educators
What is classical Lutheran education, and how are young people being prepared to serve as educators in classical settings? The Rev. Dr. Charles Schulz…
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LCMS Convention: Mission Work in Africa
What does mission work look like across the continent of Africa? The Rev. Shauen Trump (Regional Director, Africa, LCMS Office of International Mission) joins…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. James Maxwell
We head to the Rocky Mountains for today's conversation! Rev. James Maxwell (President, Rocky Mountain District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and…
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Stories in Global Lutheranism: Lutheran Church–Canada
What does the Lutheran church look like in Canada? We were honored to meet and share stories of global Lutheran church leaders at the International Church…
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LCMS Convention: Meet the Parliamentarian!
What does a Professional Parliamentarian do, and why is this role important at the LCMS Convention? Al Gage (current Parliamentarian for the National…
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Ministry in Rural and Small Town Communities: A Studia Vitae Course
Over half of the congregations of the LCMS are in rural or small-town communities. What is unique about ministry in these communities? Erika Petsch (Director…
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Set Apart to Serve: Connecting with Young People in Church
How can we use conversation to connect with young people in church? Tim Oberdieck (Youth Director at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Seward, NE) and Annie Ryan…
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I Will Uphold You: Ministry in Mental Health — Concordia Seminary Theological Symposium
How does Lutheran theology contribute to the care of souls, especially those struggling with mental health issues? Erika Petsch (Director, Continuing…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Nabil Nour
What are the duties of the 4th Vice President of the LCMS? The Rev. Nabil Nour (4th Vice President of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and Sarah…
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LCMS Convention: Lutheran Mission Work in Italy
What does the Lutheran Church look like in Italy today? The Rev. Tyler McMiller (LCMS Missionary serving the Lord in Italy) joins Andy and Sarah at the LCMS…
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LCMS Convention: Deaf Ministry with Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller
What does Deaf ministry look like at Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church in Austin, Texas? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf…
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Obadiah: The Kingdom Shall Be the LORD's
Obadiah addresses Edom, the nation descended from Esau. When Babylon sacked Jerusalem, Edom stood at the crossroads and watched his brother burn, then gloated…
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Set Apart to Serve: Athletics in Church Worker Formation
What role do athletics play in the formation of future church workers? Coach Matt Beisel (Head Cross Country and Track & Field Coach – Concordia University…
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LCMS Convention: Lutheran Heritage Foundation Global Work
How does Lutheran Heritage Foundation work around the globe? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Heise (executive director, Lutheran Heritage Foundation), the Rev. Dr. Dinku…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Bill Harmon (at the LCMS Convention)
We head Southeast for our conversation, recorded at the LCMS Synod Convention. The Rev. Dr. Bill Harmon (President, Southeastern District of The Lutheran…
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LCMS Convention: Founder of Lutheran Heritage Foundation
What is the origin story of Lutheran Heritage Foundation? The Rev. Dr. Robert Rahn (Founder of Lutheran Heritage Foundation) and the Rev. Dr. Matthew Heise…
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Following the Formula, Article VIII: The Person of Christ — LW Searching Scripture, August 2026
Article VIII of the Formula of Concord (FC), “The Person of Christ,” is closely related to Article VII, “The Holy Supper of Christ.” After Luther’s death in…
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Bach Week and Set Apart to Serve: J.S. Bach in Church Worker Formation
It's Bach Week! This week, we commemorate legendary church musician J.S. Bach with conversations about his work and influence on the church’s song over…
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Bach Week: Music and Bach in Spiritual Care
It's Bach Week! This week, we commemorate legendary church musician J.S. Bach with conversations about his work and influence on the church’s song over…
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Bach Week: Bach's Influence on Present-Day Church Music
It's Bach Week! This week, we commemorate legendary church musician J.S. Bach with conversations about his work and influence on the church’s song over…
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Bach Week: Bach Societies of St. Louis and Around the Globe
It's Bach Week! This week, we commemorate legendary church musician J.S. Bach with conversations about his work and influence on the church’s song over…
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Bach Week: The Bach Bible at Concordia Seminary
It's Bach Week! This week, we commemorate legendary church musician J.S. Bach with conversations about his work and influence on the church’s song over…
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Set Apart to Serve at the LCMS Convention: CUS Leadership Stories
How did the CUS leadership team become pastors in the first place? The Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy (President of Concordia University System) and the Rev. Dr…
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LCMS Convention: Erin Bode, Sounds of Mercy
We catch up with Erin Bode at the LCMS Synodical Convention about the release of a special collaborative album that has been in the works for years. Erin Bode…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Eric Skovgaard (at the LCMS Convention)
We take a tour of the Great Lakes region for today's conversation, recorded at the LCMS Synodical Convention. The Rev. Eric Skovgaard (Great Lakes Region 6th…
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LCMS Convention: Cristo en el Centro
How is a podcast in Puerto Rico reaching Spanish-speaking people seeking Christianity? The Rev. Sergio Maita (LCMS missionary serving in Puerto Rico) joins…
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LCMS Convention: Sing, Pray and Keep His Ways Participants
Children and youth are serving with the Sing, Pray and Keep His Ways project at the LCMS Convention, and we talk with them in this episode. Students Zoe…
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Set Apart to Serve: From Mechanical Engineering to Summer Greek
How does someone journey from a career in mechanical engineering to enrolling in seminary? Zachary Jacob (former mechanical engineer, now first year seminarian…
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Sacred Music Education in Kenya
What does sacred music theological education in a mission setting look and sound like? Rev. Brian Hamer (US Navy Chaplain, author of the monthly column “The…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Kevin Wilson
We head to Ohio for today’s conversation! The Rev. Dr. Kevin Wilson (President, Ohio District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and Sarah to…
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The Litany (Rebroadcast)
What is the Litany and why is it important in the life of the Church? The Rev. Sean Daenzer (Director of Worship for the LCMS and International Center…
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Theology + Trades: CrossPointe Center for the Trades
How can hands-on training in the trades along with Christ-centered formation form people in vocations to serve in their communities? Jenny Jaroneski…
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Set Apart to Serve: Serving as Principals in Northern Illinois
How do principals serve in Northern Illinois? Kevin Becker (Principal of Immanuel Lutheran School in East Dundee, Illinois) and Kate Thoelke (Principal of St…
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Mission Education in Tanzania
What are the benefits of a mission education experience for young adults? Dr. Shanna Opfer (Janet Cramer Endowed Professor of Education, Elementary Education…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher
We head out to South Dakota for today’s conversation! The Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher (President, South Dakota District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…
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The Devolving of an Increasingly Pagan Society (Rebroadcast)
How can Lutherans faithfully respond to an increasingly pagan society? The Rev. Dr. Matt Richard, pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Minot, North Dakota…
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Following the Formula, Article VII: The Lord’s Supper — LW Searching Scripture, July 2026
Article VII of the Formula of Concord confesses the biblical doctrine of the Lord’s Supper, distinguishing it from the teachings of the Zwinglians (“openly…
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Set Apart to Serve: Robert Finch's Story
We're sharing an inspiring story of a future seminarian! Robert Finch (2026 graduate of Concordia University, St. Paul), Dr. Reed Lessing (Professor of…
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Serving Youth Through Higher Things
Higher Things is wrapping up two weeks of conferences in St. Louis and heading to Ft. Collins, Colorado for the last conference of the summer. Today we get to…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Ryan Wendt
We head out to Montana for today’s conversation! The Rev. Ryan Wendt (President, Montana District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, pastor of Christ the…
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Art and the Christian Life
What is the place of art in the Christian life? Dr. Kristen Einertson (pastor’s wife, mother, co-founder of All the Household, and columnist for The Lutheran…
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The Coffee Hour — Life, Theology, and Word of Hermann Sasse, Part 3
How did Herman Sasse's time in Australia influence the church there? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison (President of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins us…
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Set Apart to Serve: The Role of Theology in Church Work Formation
How do theology professors at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne help shape future church workers? The Rev. Dr. Gifford Grobien (The David P. Scaer…
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Apologetics Boot Camp
Have you ever had questions about your faith that made you uncomfortable? Dr. Kirk Clayton (Assistant Professor of Theology at Concordia University Chicago)…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford
We head to southern Minnesota for today’s conversation! The Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford (President, Minnesota South District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…
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"Kingdom of Heaven" in Matthew's Gospel
What does "Kingdom of Heaven" mean in Scripture, specifically in the Gospel of Matthew? Dr. John Genter (outgoing Assistant Professor of Theology at Concordia…
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Life, Theology, and Word of Hermann Sasse, Part 2
What do we know about Hermann Sasse’s life as a pastor, theologian, and author? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison (President of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…