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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.
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Children's Place in the Church
How can we encourage children's presence and participation in the worship service? Professor Jared Stiek (Assistant Professor, Lutheran Teacher Education…
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Set Apart to Serve: Pastoral Recruitment & Church Planting
What role does pastoral recruitment play in Set Apart to Serve? The Rev. James Baumgartner (Manager, Pastoral Missionary Recruitment with the LCMS Office of…
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Serving God's People Over Spring Break
How do students from the Peace Lutheran Campus Center at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point serve God's people through their Spring Break mission trips?…
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Meet the Council of Presidents: Rev. Benjamin Ball
We launch a new series today, answering this question: Who is on the LCMS Council of Presidents, and what do they get to do? The Rev. Benjamin Ball (Senior…
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The American Kantorei Performs Bach's St. John Passion
Have you heard the 1725 version of Bach's St. John Passion? You have a chance to hear it live in St. Louis during Holy Week! Dr. Maurice Boyer (Artistic…
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Serving Military Families through Operation Barnabas (Rebroadcast)
How can Lutheran congregations support military service members and veterans through Operation Barnabas? Jill Tendler — Operation Barnabas volunteer at St…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Work Programs at Concordia University Irvine (Rebroadcast)
What's it like to be a student in a church work program at Concordia University Irvine? The Rev. Dr. Jonathan Ruehs (Assistant Dean of Christ College at…
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Updates from Lutheran Heritage Foundation
What’s unfolding right now at the Lutheran Heritage Foundation? The Rev. Dr. Matthew Heise (Executive Director, Lutheran Heritage Foundation) and the Rev. Dr…
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Finally Free, Episode 3: Resulting In Joy
How does the Parable of the Prodigal Son end? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church in Austin, Texas)…
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The Legacy of St. Patrick (Rebroadcast)
Rev. Sean Daenzer, LCMS Director of Worship and International Center Chaplain, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the history and legacy of St. Patrick, what…
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Life Ministry Topics at the 2026 Men's Gathering
What will men be learning about at this year's Men's Gathering at Lakeview Villages? Men's Gathering organizers Joshua Vandercar and Luke Vandercar join the…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia University, Nebraska
How are music and theology students formed at Concordia University, Nebraska (CUNE)? Dr. Jeffrey Blersch (Professor of Music, Concordia University Nebraska)…
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What is a FORO? (Rebroadcast)
What is a FORO? The Rev. Dr. Brian Gauthier (Managing Director, Global Mission Operations, LCMS Office of International Mission) joins Andy and Sarah to talk…
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Finally Free, Episode 2: Despair
Where do we see despair in the Parable of the Prodigal Son? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Church in…
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Lutheran Visitation Education
How can church workers and graduate level church work students refine their God-given talents and skills in spiritual care from a historic Lutheran…
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Lutheran Maternity Home Expanding to St. Louis
How do we as Lutherans support women facing unplanned pregnancies? Deaconess Jessica Thompson (Director of Program and Ministry Services for Redeeming Life…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
How are students formed into faithful future pastors and deaconesses at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis? The Rev. Dr. Jason Lane (Associate Professor of…
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Seeds of Generosity at Concordia University, Nebraska
How has Concordia University, Nebraska (CUNE), been equipping students for service in God’s church and the world for over 130 years? Derek Englebart (Vice…
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Finally Free, Episode 1: Belly Slaves
What can we learn about freedom in Christ from the Parable of the Prodigal Son? The Rev. Bryan Wolfmueller (Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Jesus Deaf…
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Following the Formula, Article III: The Righteousness of Faith Before God — LW Searching Scripture, March 2026
Article III of the Formula of Concord addresses doctrinal errors spread by two 16th-century teachers, Andreas Osiander (1498–1552) and Francesco Stancaro…
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Lutheran Educator Academy
How is Concordia Publishing House's new Lutheran Educator Academy strengthening Lutheran teachers? Dr. Lisa Clark (Senior Editor, Curriculum Resources…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia University, Irvine
What do church work students experience at Concordia University, Irvine? The Rev. Dr. Scott Stiegemeyer (Associate Professor of Theology and Bioethics…
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Vocatio and Christ Academy for High School Students
Do you know a high school student who might be interested in becoming a church worker? The Rev. Craig Reiter (Admissions Officer, Director of Vocatio – High…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 8: Synodical Conference and Doctrinal Unity
How did unity in doctrine and practice affect the formation of the Synodical Conference? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances H. Ellis…
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The Litany
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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St. Matthias, Apostle (Rebroadcast)
Dr. Robert Sorensen, Professor of Theology and Foreign Languages at Concordia University Chicago in River Forest, Illinois, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia St. Paul
How are church work students formed at Concordia St. Paul? The Rev. Dr. Reed Lessing (Professor of Theology & Ministry; Director of the Pre-Seminary Program…
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The Doctrine of Election
Has God chosen some to go to heaven and some to go to hell before they were even born? The Rev. Dr. Joel Lehenbauer (Executive Director, LCMS Commission on…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 7: Establishing Fellowship
How did early Lutheran synods join in fellowship? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances H. Ellis Professor of Historical Theology at…
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Preparing for Armed Forces Sunday
How can churches prepare to celebrate Armed Forces Sunday? Chaplain Craig Muehler (Director, LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces) joins Sarah to share the work…
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Remembering Paul Devantier
For several decades the Rev. Dr. Paul W. Devantier served both the church and his neighbors graciously. You may recognize his voice from the long-running…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia Chicago
How are church workers formed at Concordia University Chicago? The Rev. Dr. Kirk Clayton (Assistant Professor of Theology, Director Pre-Seminary program…
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Prevallet Hymn Workshop & Festival: Celebrating Women Hymn Writers
Why is it important for the Church to encourage the creation of theologically rich and musically beautiful hymnody? Dr. Jon Vieker (Associate Professor of…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 6: General Synod, General Council, and Church (Dis)Unity
How did small synods fight for church unity during the Civil War years? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances H. Ellis Professor of…
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Learning from Youth in the Gathering Youth Poll
What does the LCMS Youth Ministry team learn from each Gathering's Youth Poll? The Rev. Mark Kiessling (director, LCMS Youth Ministry) and DCE Julianna Shults…
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The "Getting Through What You're Going Through" Show
Are you ready to be refreshed through an evening of poetry, storytelling, and music? Tanner Olson (author, poet, speaker) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about…
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CFNA Grand Market for the Community
How does a community market support the mission of CFNA to support new Americans? Amy Ziegler (Community Engagement Associate, Christian Friends of New…
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Set Apart to Serve: Engaging Youth in the Divine Service
How are laypersons involved in church worker formation? John Schmall and DoRena Wirgau join Andy and Sarah to talk about where they live and how they serve in…
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Following the Formula, Article II: Free Will — LW Searching Scripture, February 2026
“Free will” is not a phrase found in the Bible. The concept seems to have been brought into Christian theology by the church father Tertullian (160–240), who…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 5: Synods Unite and the Civil War Divides
How did Samuel Simon Schmucker and Benjamin Kurtz influence the development of American Lutheranism? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances…
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NEW Online Book of Concord from CPH!
Concordia Publishing House has launched free online access to the Book of Concord! The Rev. Dr. Jacob Corzine (Vice President of Publishing, Concordia…
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Convention Updates: President/VP Nominations, Overtures, Floor Committee Weekend
Where are we in the current convention cycle? The Rev. Dr. John Sias (Secretary, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about where…
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Applying for MO Scholars
How can families participate in MO Scholars for next school year? Joshua Swartz (Director of Schools, Missouri District – LCMS) joins Andy and Sarah to talk…
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Set Apart to Serve: Church Worker Formation at Concordia University Wisconsin
How are church work students formed at Concordia University Wisconsin? The Rev. Dr. Aaron Moldenhauer (Vice President for Mission and Church Relations and…
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Advance with Purpose at Concordia University Chicago
How does Concordia University Chicago help graduate students Advance with Purpose? The Rev. Dr. Chad Kendall (Associate Vice President for Church Relations and…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 4: American Lutheranism Develops
How did Samuel Simon Schmucker and Benjamin Kurtz influence the development of American Lutheranism? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances…
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National Lutheran Schools Week: Concordia Academy
It is National Lutheran Schools Week, and we're celebrating the gift of Lutheran schools in our communities! Dan Snyder (Headmaster, Concordia Academy…
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National Lutheran Schools Week: Christ the King Lutheran High School
It is National Lutheran Schools Week, and we're celebrating the gift of Lutheran schools in our communities! Mr. Sam Eckman (Principal, Christ the King…
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National Lutheran Schools Week: Faith Lutheran High School
It is National Lutheran Schools Week, and we're celebrating the gift of Lutheran schools in our communities! The Rev. Joey Bluege (Executive Director and…
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National Lutheran Schools Week: Springfield Lutheran High School
It is National Lutheran Schools Week, and we're celebrating the gift of Lutheran schools in our communities! Stephanie Grandestaff (Executive Director…
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Set Apart to Serve: Mentoring and Service in the Church
Today we continue our Set Apart to Serve series, now hearing from the layperson’s perspective! Tom Jennings and Blake Pieper join Andy and Sarah to talk about…
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Fostering Faith That Lasts
How does a congregation foster faith that lasts in the young people of the church? The Rev. Roger Drinnon (Associate Pastor, St. Paul Lutheran Church…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 3: German Lutherans and the English Language
What happens to Lutheran identity when faced with cultural decisions, like adopting the English language? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and…
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Callia Nutt, KFUO Radio Intern!
Today, we're introducing our current KFUO Radio Intern, Callia Nutt! She has been with us for Fall 2025 and will continue for Spring 2026. Maybe you've heard…
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CUS Update: Visits, Christmas, and Scholarships
What's the latest from our Concordia Universities? The Rev. Dr. Douglas Spittel (Vice President of Concordia University System) joins Andy and Sarah for the…
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The Prelude to the Service (Rebroadcast)
What is a prelude, and why does it happen (or not happen) before a church service? Dr. Mark Bender (retired Minister of Music from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church…
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Set Apart to Serve: Lessons from the Tractor
In many of our Set Apart to Serve conversations, we’ve spoken with church workers about their experience becoming and serving as a church worker. Today we…
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The Confession of St. Peter
What do we learn from The Feast of the Confession of St. Peter, celebrated by the Church on January 18? The Rev. Dr. David Lewis (associate professor of…
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Battle for the Augsburg Confession, Ep. 2: The Lutherans Come to America
What happens to the Augsburg Confession as Lutherans cross the ocean to settle in America? The Rev. Dr. Cameron MacKenzie (the Forrest E. and Frances H. Ellis…
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Opportunities to Serve in International Mission!
What does it look like for laypeople and rostered church workers to spread the Gospel overseas? The Rev. Dr. Mark Rabe (Director of Missionary Recruitment…