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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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Set Apart to Serve: Campus Ministry Forming Church Workers
How does campus ministry play a role in forming church workers? The Rev. Jay Winters (Pastor, University Lutheran Church in Tallahassee, FL) and second-year…
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Concordia University System Update
What does the Concordia University System Board of Directors do? The Rev. Mark Braden (Chairman, Concordia University System Board of Directors) joins Andy and…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Richard Snow
We head to Nebraska for today's conversation! The Rev. Richard Snow (President, Nebraska District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and Sarah…
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From Private Investigator to Parish Pastor (and Radio Host!)
You know him as a host of KFUO's Thy Strong Word. But did you know he was a private investigator before becoming a pastor? The Rev. Dr. Phil Booe (pastor of…
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Life, Theology, and Word of Hermann Sasse, Part 1
Who was Hermann Sasse, and why is it important to study his work today? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison (President of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Work Recruitment at the District Level
How do LCMS District leaders support church work recruitment on the ground? Deaconess Melissa DeGroot (Assistant to the President for Mission and Mercy, LCMS…
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Christ Is Risen Indeed: 2026 LCMS Convention Bible Study
Why is there a Bible study for the LCMS Convention, and how does this study help us walk together as Synod? The Rev. Timothy Pauls (Pastor of Good Shepherd…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Brady Finnern
We hear a familiar voice today as we go to northern Minnesota for our conversation! The Rev. Brady Finnern (President, Minnesota North District of The Lutheran…
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Rooted & Restored: Soul Care for Those Who Serve
What are the needs of those serving in mental health and faith-based helping professions? Professor Kathy L'Heureux (Director of Counseling, Concordia…
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Supporting Classical Lutheran Education
How does CCLE support families considering Classical Lutheran education for their family or school? The Rev. Robert Paul (Vice Chair and Permanent Director…
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Set Apart to Serve: Journey from Germany to the Seminary
What happens when a family relocates from Germany to study at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis? Stephen Guzik (seminarian at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis) and…
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Faithful, Hopeful, and Bold: Encouragement for the Church
How can pastors, church workers, and congregational leaders be encouraged as they are called upon to encourage and care for the souls of their congregations?…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Paul Egger
This time we go to the west side of Iowa to continue our conversation with the Council of Presidents! The Rev. Paul Egger (President, Iowa District West of The…
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Learn Greek Online with Concordia Seminary!
Have you ever considered learning New Testament Greek? Concordia Seminary has an opportunity for exactly this! The Rev. Dr. John Genter (Associate Professor of…
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Celebrating By The Way and KFUO
We’re wrapping up Sharathon 2026 and also celebrating the work done through the By the Way program over the years! In this episode, we are highlighting this…
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Following the Formula, Article VI: The Third Use of God’s Law — LW Searching Scripture, June 2026
God’s Word plainly teaches, “The law is holy, and the commandment is holy and righteous and good” (Romans 7:12). And so, we do not discard the Law, which is a…
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Set Apart to Serve: CTSFW Regents' Scholarship Award Winners
We celebrate the two recipients of the merit-based Regents' Scholarship at Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne! Recipient Robert Finch (2026 graduate of…
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Making Physician Assisted Suicide Unthinkable
How can congregations make physician assisted suicide an unthinkable option for those who are suffering? Benjamin Parviz (Philosopher and Bioethicist at St…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola
We go Mid-South today to continue our conversation with the Council of Presidents! The Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola (President, Mid-South District of The Lutheran…
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Retreat on Lutheran Political Theology, the Doctrine of Two Kingdoms, Vocation, and the Limits of Politics
How does a retreat discussing Lutheran political theology, the doctrine of two kingdoms, vocation, and the limits of politics shape future church workers? Dr…
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Tell the Next Generation: LCMS National Offering
How will the 2026 National Offering support efforts by local congregations and ministries? The Rev. Dan Galchutt (Chief Mission Officer, The Lutheran…
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Set Apart to Serve: Recruiting New LCMS Teachers
How are districts of the LCMS reaching potential new Lutheran teachers? Josh Swartz (Education Executive for the Missouri District of the LCMS) and Bob Ziegler…
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Convention Cycle Updates: Elections, Overtures, and Floor Committees
Convention is getting closer! Where are we in the cycle, and what things are happening soon? The Rev. Dr. John Sias (Secretary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. David Davis
We travel to beautiful Michigan for today’s episode! The Rev. David Davis (President, Michigan District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and…
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God's Word for Every Language
As we approach Pentecost, how are Lutheran Bible Translators and its partners making God's Word accessible to more language communities every day? Jessica…
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Theology, Art, Culture, and History in the St. Andrews Encyclopaedia of Theology
What can we learn when we study theology alongside, art, culture, literature, and history? Dr. Brendan Wolfe (Principal Editor of the St. Andrews Encyclopaedia…
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Set Apart to Serve: Ongoing Conversations Encouraging Church Work Formation
What role do ongoing conversations play in encouraging young people to consider church work vocations? The Rev. Gregory Jans (pastor of Holy Trinity Lutheran…
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LCEF's Sabbatical Scholarship Program (Rebroadcast)
Why is sabbatical valuable for church workers? The Rev. Dr. Greg Walton (Grace Place Wellness, LCEF) and Rehema Kavugha (Director of Synod Relations, LCEF)…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Brian Saunders
We travel to eastern Iowa for today’s episode! The Rev. Dr. Brian Saunders (President, Iowa District East of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and associate…
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The Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord (Rebroadcast)
Rev. Dr. Jon Vieker, Associate Professor of Practical Theology and Dean of Chapel at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about a…
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Serving as a Regional Business Manager Overseas (Rebroadcast)
What is it like to serve overseas as a Regional Business Manager with the LCMS Office of International Mission? Regional Business Managers Joyce Erber (Africa…
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Set Apart to Serve: Supporting Lutheran Educators and Schools
How do Lutheran School Associations support LCMS teachers and schools? Dr. Cole Braun (executive director of The Association of Lutheran Secondary Schools -…
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Hymns of Comfort in Times of War (Rebroadcast)
What hymns bring you comfort when seeking peace? In this episode, Chaplain Brian Hamer joins Andy to explore the significance of hymns in the context of war…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Dr. Richard Stuckwisch
We travel to Indiana for today’s episode! The Rev. Dr. Richard Stuckwisch (President, Indiana District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and…
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Grief Ministry with Worship Anew
Do you know an older adult (or someone who cares for them) experiencing loss or loneliness who could use a little encouragement? Matthew Leighty (Executive…
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Following the Formula, Article V: Law and Gospel — LW Searching Scripture, May 2026
Luther famously said that students of the Bible need “to retain the distinction between Law and Gospel” (AE 26: 406). This became the official position of…
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Sharathon 2026: Set Apart to Serve Culture
How has Set Apart to Serve become a cultural shift in the LCMS? The Rev. Dr. James Baneck (Executive Director, LCMS Office of Pastoral Education and Set Apart…
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Sharathon 2026: Friends for Life
How can podcasts support Christians as they uphold the value of all life? Stephanie Neugebauer (Manager of Mercy Resource Development, LCMS Office of National…
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Sharathon 2026: Content Creation in the Age of AI
How does our current age of AI affect how we create content as humans? Dr. Bernard Bull (President of Concordia University, Nebraska) joins Andy and Sarah…
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Sharathon 2026: KFUO Team in the Lighting Round!
It's Sharathon 2026, and we're having a little fun! You hear KFUO team members on air or when you call in, but today you're going to learn a little more about…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. James Rockey
We head south to Florida and Georgia for today's episode! The Rev. James Rockey (President, Florida-Georgia District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…
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What is Catechesis? (Rebroadcast)
What is catechesis, and why does it matter for us in our daily lives? The Rev. Dr. Peter Bender (Senior Pastor of Peace Lutheran Church and Academy President…
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Family Devotions
What could family devotions look like for your household? The Rev. Andy Becker (Director of Family Ministry, LCMS Office of National Mission) joins Andy and…
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Set Apart to Serve: We're Going to Camp!
How do LCMS Camps help form future church workers? Bob LaCroix (Executive Director, Camp Omega, Waterville, MN) and Signe White (Executive Director, Camp…
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Supporting College Students through LCMS U Campus Ministry
Why is campus ministry important for the faith of young adults today, and how can we support those leading campus ministry? Julianna Shults, DCE (Program…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. John Pingel
We head out East for this episode (and learn what "East" actually means)! The Rev. John Pingel (President, Eastern District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri…
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Intersection of Christianity and Academia at State Universities
What does a Christian and academic gathering space do to benefit students at state universities? The Rev. Dr. Trevor Sutton (Senior Pastor, St. Luke in…
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Good Theology, Good Stories, and Gratitude: Sharathon 2026!
We're getting ready for KFUO Sharathon 2026, April 30-May 2! Sharathon is a time of gratitude, stories, and opportunities to give, and we're previewing…
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Set Apart to Serve: Behind the Scenes with LCMS Communications
What goes on behind the scenes to produce all of the Set Apart to Serve resources? Jennifer Duffy (Managing Director, Production, LCMS Communications) and…
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God's Mission in Germany with Persian Refugees
How are LCMS missionaries sharing the Gospel with Persian refugees in Germany? The Rev. Dr. Christian Tiews (LCMS Missionary serving in Hamburg, Germany) joins…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Michael Lange
We head out to the West Coast for this episode! The Rev. Michael Lange (President, California/Nevada/Hawaii District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod)…
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America's 250th with Concordia University Chicago
How do we celebrate America’s Semiquincentennial? Dr. Russell P. Dawn (President of Concordia University, Chicago) and Dr. Wilfred McClay (chair of classical…
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United in Praise: Concordia Seminary's Multiethnic Symposium
How is the Church across nations united in praise to God? The Rev. Dr. Ely Prieto (Associate Professor of Practical Theology, Chairman Multiethnic Symposium…
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Set Apart to Serve: Music in Formation
What role does music play in the formation of Christians for daily living and church work? Dr. Sam Eatherton (Assistant Professor of Practical Theology…
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Supporting Concordia Universities through CU Ventures
How do new ideas help monetarily support the Concordia University System? Curt Gielow (CU Ventures Executive Vice President) and the Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Justin Panzer
We head out to Kansas in this episode! The Rev. Justin Panzer (President, Kansas District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and Sarah to answer…
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Online Evangelism, Real-Life Church Planting in Puerto Rico
How does online evangelism lead to real-life church planting in Puerto Rico? The Rev. James Neuendorf (LCMS missionary serving in Puerto Rico) and the Rev…
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Bible Translation for Every Language
How has Lutheran Bible Translators made a difference for people who want to read the Bible in their own language? The Rev. Dr. Rich Rudowske (Executive…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Jeffrey Miskus
We go "non-geographical" today to learn about the English District! The Rev. Jeffrey Miskus (President & Bishop, The English District of the Lutheran…
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Concordia University Direct Admission for Lutheran High Schoolers
Concordia Universities have an exciting opportunity for Lutheran high school students! Dr. Jamie Kowalczyk (Vice President for Strategic Operations/Chief of…