To hell with the hotdish!: Recent Episodes
Kyle, Jonathan, & Kyle
Join your hosts working to move the perception of church beyond its cliched casserole culture. They don't shy away from questions you felt couldn't be asked. With a bit of laughter and a heart for community, these friends tackle the task of discipleship and mystery of faith to challenge the faithful from being too comfortable.
Alice is back with a new book! Her newest creation is a wonderful reminder to us all that being human isn't easy, it takes practice but it's well worth it. Enjoy this interview that we had with her talking about some of the themes she covers in the book!
Featuring- Alice Connor
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Buzzwords: Been a while, Microphone demands, College ministry, Wisdom sayings, Day camp interruptions, Thank you brain, Breaking down binary, Spoiler alert, Asking is scary, Thought grenade, Safe vs. comfortable, Discomfort as invitation, Y'all and Jesus
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Alright! It's Summertime which means it's time to head out to the lake or beach. Who has time for church when the water is calling? This week we're talking about the trend of people leaving church (not over the summer), a couple of articles that discuss it and what our role might be in it.
“Dear Church, Here’s Why People are Leaving” - John Pavlovitz: https://johnpavlovitz.com/2019/05/14/dear-church-heres-why-people-are-leaving/
"10 Predictions About The Future Church And Shifting Attendance Patterns" - Carey Nieuwhof: https://careynieuwhof.com/10-predictions-about-the-future-church-and-shifting-attendance-patterns/?fbclid=IwAR108crcipCqLYxwYnwOR_CTGsj1iL7X9EN5faUA7TM8N5Pilzadfrgpgso
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Buzzwords: Who's bad?, #ordinationroadtrip, Eat a salad, Podcast is coming apart, Speak about what matters, No magic bullet, Gospel calling, Where are you centered, Relevant!, Emulating the voice of Jesus, Meet mystery
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Get ready for a live episode! Kyle and Jonathan did this episode during their Synod Assembly as after-dinner entertainment. They interviewed local Ft. Worth musician Josh Irwin who shared his strong "Struggle Well". Enjoy the interview in the live sound atmosphere!
Featuring- Josh Irwin
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Buzzwords: Different than normal, I'm gonna win!, Physical comedy, Life of a musician, Daniel Tiger incursion, Bells and boilers, Started w/ no, God knocking, Still learning, Rapid Fire Round
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Do you like gifs? Do you like Bitmoji? Do you even know what those are? The guys talk non-word ways of communicating including the things they have no idea about. There is also a fun challenge for you, our dear listeners.
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Buzzwords: Nerdy intros, Breakfast popcorn?,YOLO!, Easter clothes, Google is a friend of mine, Kyle's on fleek, Spiritual gifs, Safe text space, Texting devotions, On your side, Challenge
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What do a two-pound chicken strip, the NCAA, and trust have in common? We're not quite sure either except they all make an appearance in this episode. Come listen to us struggle to define trust because really... we'll know it when we see it.
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Buzzwords: Betrayed by knowledge, Helmet full of corn, Trust fall, Schrodinger's bracket, Bad Luther joke, Shady stuff, Showing up, Define by negative, Work to do (always)
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Have you ever thought about what you're purpose is in life? Then this might be the episode for you! (If you can make it past all the church words.) We're talking about the lovely path of discernment, where our world and faith and what God has to say about what we do all meet together.
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Buzzwords: A new car!, A lotta selfies, Back in my day, Hard to separate, Reserved?, Different Luther, Loving your neighbor, Finding fulfillment, Internal and external, Announcement, Church bells and Basement Boilers
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This episode we set the record straight: sometimes we need another perspective on things. That's why we brought on Lauren Wolcott who really changed our perspective on how to be a modern church looking to talk to modern people. It's about meeting human needs, not building robot pastors to try and be cool. Let's get modern!
Featuring- Lauren Wolcott
To Learn More check these out: https://caspertk.files.wordpress.com/2015/04/how-we-gather.pdf https://www.amazon.com/Clayton-M.-Christensen/e/B000APPD3Y
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Buzzwords: No long intro, Lutheran education, Fostering creativity, Ya missed me, Just Googled it, Love of Liturgy, Worship, New pair of lenses, Robe on the floor, Stabilize...enhance...expand, and Unapologetically uncool
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Want to play a game? Sometimes the way in which we try and welcome people ends up being...terrifying. Especially during the designated welcome hour. It's good that we try and we keep on trying, but we're not even close to having it all figured out. We reflect this week on how we present ourselves as church and try not to seem desperate.
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Buzzwords: All that shame worked, Squad of 1, Nervous sweating, Pencil shiv, Listener feedback, See me but don't smother, Kingdom looks a lot of different ways, Update your website, Open to opportunity, and Positives and negatives
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Like the weather in Texas, this episode is all over the place. From Game of Thrones to WWE. Church annual meetings to liturgical worship...this one has it all (with some Polar Vortex for good measure). There are a lot of things that can connect to our faith and connect us to God. What are some of those things for you?
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Buzzwords: Marvel at my vocabulary, It's just winter, Game of Thrones watch, Leaning into lame, New revelations, Are we gonna hit that number?, Another boring church thing, Concrete reminders, A glimpse of the kingdom, Bells and Boilers
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Do you have any friends? Do you have a best friend? Do they have a big coat too? Making friends can be hard sometimes. That's why you have your podcast buddies to be with you whenever you want! Seriously though, more and more folks seem to be looking for those elusive friends to share life with. That's, of course, why you come to us who have no idea what we are talking about for help. At the very least, we're in the same boat as you.
Article- Wish You Had More Friends? By Clint Schnekloth https://www.patheos.com/blogs/clintschnekloth/2019/01/wish-you-had-more-friends/
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Buzzwords: I do what I want, Laid back people, Coach Kyle, Run accolades, Where do you go?, Intentions change, Adapt with it, Just putting stuff out there, Jesus is a friend of mine, Would you rather?
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We have an interview that Lorne recorded in 2018, but it's a perfect way to start 2019. He talks with author Kathy Khang about her most recent book about finding your voice and some ideas on how to use it. Sometimes using your voice requires some listening. Sometimes it's about not jumping into the social media fray. Sometimes it takes some guidance to know what voices to listen to. We hope this episode inspires you to find your voice and raise it up in this coming year.
Featuring- Kathy Khang
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Buzzwords: Campus ministry impact, Shared experience community, Blown paradigms, Discipleship book, Faith impacting the way we live, Internalized messages, Listening outside yourself, Example of Christ, Mindful and thoughtful, Going to fail, Apologies
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Christmas is over, so now what? Epiphany! What are your Epiphany traditions? If you're like Jonathan probably just packing away Christmas decorations. There are actual traditions out there and we explore some of them this week. Come get an idea or two to try out on January 6th!
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Buzzwords: Eco-terrorist, Angel fight, Solar light fail, Public apology, The culmination, Kyle loves him some magi, 'Sence it up!, Could have had cake, The Witch's Revenge, Calorie Ridden Irresistible treats
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CHRISTMAS! Or ADVENT for the more liturgically minded among us. In the spirit of the season, we give you our Christmas episode with safety tips, reviews of a holiday beverage, the run to Bethlehem and a special gift for you at the end. Enjoy the season and have a Merry Christmas!
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Buzzwords: Reindeer naming conventions, Kyle's full of glitter, Stronger together, Juniper lattes for all, Only holly and jolly, Head on a swivel, Dip the unlit, Camp out!, Story speaks for itself, Get your run on
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We're going back to the future for this episode. Welcome to the very first episode that we recorded as Kyle, Kyle and Jonathan. We tackle the question of the church modernizing. We have all these different tools at our disposal but feel a bit behind in using it. What does the future hold for the church?
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Buzzwords: Da memes, Jonathan works on a laptop, Kyle's a caveman, Kyle's a tree killer, Tech terror, Getting out ahead, Geocities still open?, Not ready yet, Will robots take your job?, Angryaltarguild.com
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What parts of worship seem a little...stale to you? Do you feel like you're going a bit numb? Many of us want a faith that inspires us and has life changing implications, but that doesn't always come across. We talk this week about those times and what might help. Perhaps a run?
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Buzzwords: Kyle on the farm, The Moving-Baking-Farming Co., Run to Bethlehem, Dad bod, Have we mentioned we love questions?, Trying to help, This is my Cheeto..., Create space, Promises still happen
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Do you have a female pastor? Have you ever interacted with a female pastor? Wonder what sorts of things they have heard? Today we get a small taste of the stories and experiences of women in ministry from our friends Amy and Amy (also with the help of a Youtube video). Strap in church! We're going places.
Special thanks to the North Carolina Synod of the ELCA for their work on "Seriously? Women in Ministry Video" The full video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bTcaAkG86QQ&t=1s
Featuring- Pastor Amy Gillespie and Pastor Amy Diller
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Buzzwords: Nothing new, Taking it to another level, Jonathan inserts foot already!, Guidance would be nice, Appreciating perspective, The guys look sad, Just you wait, Local and larger church, start small...build larger, Don't assume,
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There comes a point in time in every podcast's life where some changes happen. This podcast is not immune. With this episode, we mark the closing of one era and the ushering in of a new one. Thanks to everyone who has loyally listened so far and we look forward to continuing with you into the future!
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Buzzwords: Big announcements, Alex is on a horse, Transitions, If you thought that was awkward, Fresh pastor, Dr. Lorne, Advice from the veterans, Grandpa Kyle, Your rest has begun, Looking back
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We've got a repeat guest from our early days and she is still propping us up. Jacqueline Bussie has a new book out called Love Without Limits. It has an interesting backstory and speaks profoundly to our current culture. Remember, you are loved by a God without limits and called to do the same in the world!
Featuring- Dr. Jacqueline Bussie
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Buzzwords: Break out your Patagonia's, Celebration of love, Can't delete your friends, Compassionate listening, Alex has homework, Goodwill and Good faith everywhere, Rediscovering of shared humanity, The lie of the single story, Engaging each other, Love is not agreement, Share the epic fails
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How do we kick off the next 100 episodes? Same way we always do...with a bunch of random transitions and topics. Fall is coming and it's an opportunity to get back in a church routine. It's also a good chance to try some new things. Get ready to bless your backpacks, kick-off Sunday School, and dive into the Fall.
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Buzzwords: Longevity award?, Trunk or treats, Lorne in a dunk tank, Video promotions, Worship Task Force, How can church help?, Committing to a new normal, Showing back up in the Fall, Trophies on trophies
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We've finally recovered from the ELCA Youth Gathering in Houston and it's time to reflect on it. You asked us so many great questions! Alex and Kyle talk about two of them this week in addition to some general reflections about the Gathering: How do we feel comfortable with change? How do you know if it's a feeling or a sign from God?
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Buzzwords: Haitian Hotdish, Face tattoos, Kyle's blown away, Alex's talk fuel, Booth comparison, DIY podcast, Non-stop event, Acute BS detectors, Growin in flexibility, Honoring the experience, Hearing God out and about
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Our last batch interviews from Houston! Cincinnati, OH, LA California, Team Lightning, MN, Sidney, OH, Winston Salem, NC & Much more!
More from Houston! Interviews with people from Worthington, Ohio, Anchorage, AK, Brainerd, MN, Charlotte, NC, Dubuque, Iowa, Duluth, MN
More from the gathering! Interviews with people from Madison, Alabama, Findley, Ohio, El Paso, Texas, Fort Dodge, Iowa, Georgetown, Texas & more!
More interviews! Kids from Littleton, CO and Abiding Hope Church, Highlands Ranch, & More!
We're getting back to our podcast roots this week as the guys tackle one of the many big things happening in the news cycle. Discussions on how faith speaks and influences to current events is a part of call as disciples. Alex, Kyle and Lorne are going to wrestle their way through it with us. Let's talk about it!
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Buzzwords: Lone's the OG, Alex is global, Looking for answers, Deffo not Gospel, Affecting real people, Faith and fear, Identity as Child of God, Help me! Teach me!, Pro-tips, Take courage
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Lorne's all by himself this week but has a great interview with a long time listener and first time caller. They talk about ministry context and traveling to the Holy Land. If you're planning to go see the sites over there or have ever thought about it this is a great episode for you!
Featuring- Pastor Scott Dalen
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Buzzwords: Joking/Serious, Why do you listen?, 8th career pastor, involved pastors, The 5th Gospel, Sites and stories, New life to sacrament moments, Cultures coming together, Walking as a pilgrim
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Stick around after the Outro to hear the track Potluck by Sam Noble
Sam Noble joins the guys for his second time. This time to talk about music and the tracks he's been working on. His song for the ELCA Gathering "This Changes Everything" reflects his style of modern music shedding a positive light with Lutheran theological roots. Get ready for a new earworm to enter into your brain.
Featuring- Sam Noble
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Buzzwords: This Magic Moment, BALL PIT!, Crushed it, Flexing about God's love, Kyle gets dunked on, "This Changes Everything" (Timestamp-14:11, Creative process, Uplifting, True to heart
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Don't call it a comeback! No really...don't. We just did the dang thing and got all the boys together to record an episode (A minor miracle to be sure). We did our jobs. Speaking of jobs: this week's episode is a reflection on how weird being a pastor can be. From talking about the work to getting paid for it, Alex, Kyle and Lorne run the conversational gambit the way only they can.
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Buzzwords: We lost that rhythm, Big Bad Pastor Boy, Window man mix tape, Gettin' free stuff, Clergy perceptions, Theology of Compensation, But really; what do you do?, Adding up jobs, Compelled to share the Gospel, Submit a question
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We have a great interview for you this time around about a project one of the congregations in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area did. In an effort to experience joyful generosity they doled out checks for their members and visitors to be a blessing to others. This is the story about a gift from an inspired few that has had some lasting ripple effects. To see more: www.prestonmeadowgives.org
Featuring- Pastor Paul Mussachio
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Buzzwords: Gathering hype, Vision and mission, Blessing to others, No carbon copy churches, Stewardship training, A happy burden, Going viral, The good news story, Who you are towards others, Concrete message
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Alex and Kyle did the improbable and recorded an episode during Holy week...and does it ever show. They play a little verbal Calvinball with the church seasons but raise some good points in the process. Our cultures affect how things get expressed. How far should that go? Also, the great Easter Candy Showdown of 2018.
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Buzzwords: Church: going for it, Passion Sunday okay?, Same bat time...same bat channel, He's dead already?, Perfect in the way of good, God is weeping too, Giving more time, MOAR HOLY WEEK, Chill our Lectionary police, Open to new directions
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This week Alex shares with us more about Manna. Not the bread adjacent stuff the Israelites ate in the wilderness, but the faith formation time he is a part of at his congregation. We hope it will inspire you to think in new and creative ways about what you do to help people engage faith in your setting.
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Buzzwords: Pastor Joke Watch 2018, Wasting a day at church, Free marketing, Edu-worship, Experiences, The Church Ecosystem, Connection points, High expectation, Reviewing and evolving
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It's a call-back to one of our first episodes as we celebrate our 2nd year in this podcasting business. Lorne and Kyle talk Lent for 2018 and wrestle a bit with the gospel text for the 4th Sunday in Lent.
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Buzzwords: Catching up with Kyle, Bring out your purple, An undivided journey, Dependence on God, We need Jesus, Preparing, March Madness ruins Lent, Kyle reads the Bible, Light and darkness
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Content Warning: Gun Violence
This week Alex and Lorne are diving deep into all the emotions, arguments and indifference surrounding the most recent school shooting in the US. All of it is an effort to try and see a path forward. Not sure if we get to some answers, but it's all in an effort to try and get closer to a Jesus centered response.
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Buzzwords: Diving right in, Stop it or Stop it, Lorne reads the internet, Fasting from indifference, Moving prayer into action, Investing in community, Roleplaying a bit, Cultural conversation, Bringing it local, Forming people, Be a gift
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Take an audio journey with us to the island nation of Haiti this week as we hear stories and learn more about the resilience of the people there. Among the hurt and pain, hospitality and hope are not far away. Learn more about how the Haitian Timoun Foundation is reflecting the light that is in Haiti and how you can be a part of it.
Featuring- Erin Murphy, Executive Director of HTF (www.htflive.org)
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Buzzwords: Alex-Podcast Dad, Lorne is stuck in the grey, Being for something, Grassroots accompaniment, Seeing with new eyes, Resurrection and restoration, Relationships, Immersion trips, Bright spots, Hope
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We're back this week with an interview with writer and pastor, Angela Denker. A piece she wrote on her blog in the wake of the news surrounding Pastor Andy Savage challenges us all to think about how the church can cause more problems and harm for victims of sexual assault and abuse. Not an easy conversation, but one worth having.
Featuring- Pastor Angela Denker
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Buzzwords: Sports to Jesus, Theologically strong, Public witness, Minimizing language, Church moving fast, Masking and manipulating, Money a contributing factor, Eyes on Jesus, An uneasy peace, Presence and hidden-ness
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With the end of one year approaching and a new one coming up we take a moment to reflect over our podcast year. 2 years in and we're still doing this dang thing. Thanks for continuing to support us and here's to new things in 2018!
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Buzzwords: Surprise intro, Baby watch 2017, Scavenger hunt exposition, Fart spray, A fierce year, Fruits of the Spirit, Lots of interviews, Bible Besties, Live Episode, What do you want/think?
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Advent time is here! Happiness and cheer! It's that time of year again when we wait for the coming of Jesus. This year we have some killer imagery to work with. What's your favorite imagery for Advent?
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Buzzwords: Alex ASMR, Still crushing it, Diaper's full, Rising temperatures, Growing light, Fostering light-bringers, Playdough metaphors, Being molded
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This week we have an exciting interview with artist William Butler. For him art and being a follower of Jesus intersect and it calls him to do some inspiring things! We hope that this episode would help you reflect on your own calling and vocation. How is Jesus showing up in what you do to transform others?
Featuring- William and Ronja Butler (http://thomaslift.com/)
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Buzzwords: Double Cinnci, Added drama, Transforming hearts, Seeing the neighborhood you're in, Bringing people together, Third places, Art inspiring art, Telling a story, Masterpiece reflects the Master, Unique witness, Trust in the process
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In recognition of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, we take you this week to the theater where the THWTH players have been preparing scenes from the life of Martin Luther.
Disclaimer: If you are looking for historically accurate information you will want to go elsewhere. If you are looking for sub-par German accents, you've come to the right place.
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Buzzwords: Celebrate good times, Luther lore, Party like it's 1400, You don't like ze church?, Monastery school, Tummy afflictions, Vas ist dis?, Gifted thespians, Donkey farts, God loves us to bits
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What happens when you hear the word Stewardship? Cold sweat? Anger rising? Feeling like you're equipped to serve? We have a great interview this week with someone who has felt a call to serve and is living it out. With an honest authentic story Leslie Herd shares her life and thoughts on serving.
Featuring- Leslie Herd
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Buzzwords: Dad throwdown, Walking together, Renewal, Equipping, Learning from others, Look for Jesus in others, Accountability piece, Isolation buster, Everyone can serve
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We have another great testimony interview this week with author and theologian, John H. Armstrong. He's written 14 books with his most influential being his last two. He shares with us his journey of transformation by costly love from the high points through the dark nights of the soul. He also offers practical advice for those seeking to follow the way of costly love.
Featuring- John H. Armstrong
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Buzzwords: Hurricane follow-up, Football superiority, Foot in two worlds, Props to the Spirit, Freedom, Write all the books!, Unity is closer, Lost in the mystery, Telling stories, Contemplative prayer, Incarnational relationships
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This week we have a really powerful interview with a pastor out of the Denver area. From the get go, know that we're going to be diving into the darker parts of life including tragic death, addiction and emotional pain. It's a great episode that reminds us the power of community, the power of sharing our story and the power of our faith.
Featuring- Pastor Ryan Canaday
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Buzzwords: Kyle's qualification, Growing up evangelical, Things fall apart, Secret shameful life, What are we going to do, Vulnerable, Open to love and healing, Walking together, Wounds vs scars, Connection is sobriety, Spiritual disconnect
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What's your favorite memory of camp? We're debriefing the summer with a new format for a Hotdish episode. Kyle did some interviews during his week of camp. You'll hear the interviews as well as some reflections from the guys. Something powerful happens during a week at camp and this episode helps to paint a picture of it.
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Buzzwords: No ham, Whatchu listening to?, Fill the feed, I CAMP MOANA, Some stereotypes stick, God showing up, Camp staff shout out, Walls come down, An oasis, Restoring faith
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This week we are taking this misguided adventure into Alaska to hear more about the Listening Post. It's a place where you can go to listen deep inside or have someone listen to you. No advice, no trying to fix, no trying to solve problems...just active listening.
Featuring- Pastor Marcia Wakeland www.listeningpostanchorage.com
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Buzzwords: Gangs back together, Summer memories, Kyle's big announcement, Dope Alaska life, Listening to the marginalized, Quiet space, Tell me more, Hearing the cries, Need the silence for a minute, Growing community
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It's a THWTH first! This episode was recorded live as a part of the BOLD gathering. Alex and Lorne talked with Tay Wilson, a pastor and musician who helped provide music for the gathering. He tells the story of his journey into ministry and they all answer a couple audience questions.
Featuring- Tay Wilson
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Buzzwords: The land of the Hotdish, Alex the jester, Handsome folks, Checklist Lutherans, Debunking a myth, Theology unites us, Transactional Christianity, Good good Lutheran boy, Loved from the start, Lots of grey areas
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Hey there! We have a special episode for you this week. You are getting an exclusive look at Alex and Lorne's new podcast, Bible Besties. You'll hear the story of Creation and Adam & Eve from Genesis 1-3. Bible Besties launches next week on August 1st. Enjoy the preview!
If you like what you hear, subscribe on iTunes, go to biblebesties.com to subscribe to the e-mail and follow Bible Besties on Facebook and Twitter
Remember APEST? No, we're not talking about the pest control start up from down the street or that kid that sat behind you in math class. We're talking about the 5 Fold Ministry parts. Our special guest this week helps us to see them everywhere. What if the 5 fold was foundational for the Body of Christ? Theologian and Missiologist Alan Hirsch discusses his new book 5Q. It's a deep dive into how we might bring reformation, healing and imagine the ancient church anew in our time.
Featuring- Alan Hirsch
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Buzzwords: Secret parts of Texas, 5 fold in movements, Luther the prophet, Forgotten who we are, Windows and keys, Archetype stories, Scenius, World transformation, Religious industrial complex, Getting out what Jesus put in, All there, Chewy books
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It's time to get fierce! Alice Connor is back to talk more about her book, which is now available. We go deeper than just the contents of the book to talk about the creative process, dealing with the highs and lows of putting art into the world, setting off on your own creative journey and what might be coming next. You don't want to miss this!
Featuring- Alice Connor
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Buzzwords: The Great Hope of Texas, Lorne can vouch, Indigestion in the Bible, Meat(Meet?) space, Look out Rob!, Cubism, Alex's novel, People's fears, Models...not mannequins, Stories are still happening, Pastor's Platitudes.
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This week we have on the Executive Director of Lutheran Men in Mission, an organization dedicated to helping men become better disciples. We learn more about the history of LMM as well as some of their hopes for the future. Spoiler alert: Men need relationships in order to grow in faith. It's not just about fixin' stuff and pancake breakfasts.
Featuring- Doug Haugen
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Buzzwords: Summer schedules, Alex's confession, Rage in a cage, Bold Gathering, Breaking down stereotypes, Mentoring, Relationships matter, Asking deeper questions, Assumptions, Men's ministry vs men's programs, Creating spaces
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This week we're taking a bit of a break from the norm. Consider this your heads up about what's coming up. We've got some interviews coming that will be excellent. Alex and Lorne also share about a new project that they have been working on. Lots of exciting things for the future!
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Buzzwords: Team recording, A Trinity thing, Schedules be wonky, Podflections, Hits and klunkers, Interviews incoming! WELCA kicks butt, Get ready Rob, Bible Besties, Lord help us
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We're taking it to the streets this week when Pastor Margaret Kelly (and her kiddos!)of the food truck ministry, Shobi's Table, joins us. We talk vocation for those who can't work, where God shows up and how their ministry addresses some of the issues for those who call St. Paul home. Grab some food and get ready to hear some testimony as we hear more about a very public, very inspiring ministry.
Featuring- Pastor Margaret Kelly
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Buzzwords: The preaching guru on break, Talkin' bout food, Not everyone gets Garrison, A preacher's elevator speech, Responding and solving, Vocation in community, Mobile ministry, Constant presence, Testimony Time!, Surprise! It's God!, Something to offer
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Lorne's back from the Festival of Homiletics, and he's bursting with new information to share and questions to ask. Intern Kyle from Calvary was also there, so we get to hear two perspectives! After hearing about their experience we go deeper into the art of preaching. What's the purpose behind it? What makes for good preaching? Does Lorne's last name really combine well with homiletics?
Featuring- Intern Kyle Symanski
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Buzzwords: Double Kyles!, San Antonio food scene, Lutheran Two-step, Wrestling, Synthesizing, The preaching x-factor, It's art!, Believing it in your bones, Dunk on 'em, Short final sermons, Rob's majestical eyes
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We're taking a deep dive behind the scenes this week when editor/producer, Jonathan, is on the show. Not only does he edit this thing, but he also works in ministry. He shares stories and new things that he is trying in the adaptive world of youth ministry. Come and play with the language of faith in this week's episode. Don't worry! It won't break that easily.
Featuring- Jonathan Lys
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Buzzwords: Blamin' Lorne, Mouth sounds, Audio wizardry, Sassy Kyle, Listening first, Adapting, Space for story sharing, Where have you seen Jesus?, This stuff matters, Created to be creators, A wider gate
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It's time to turn and face the strange. The way we do things together as church needs to change. Our particular brands and flavors of Christianity don't hold as much weight like they once did. Models from 2 years ago don't even work. The guys talk about the changes that influence the church and give their thoughts on what we focus on moving forward.
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Buzzwords: What's wrong with Lorne, Kyle's 10 years, Fast culture changes, Celebrating new gifts, All the evangelizing!, Chaplin to the culture, Equipping people, Don't sit around!, Vibrant by-product, Avoiding negative circles
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This week we are heading to the Big Apple to hear about mission development in Brooklyn. What does church look like when you're starting with outside relationships? Pastor Amy shares insights about wrestling with questions, relating to the surrounding neighborhood and what to do with the cool stuff you find in an old church building.
Featuring- Pastor Amy Kienzle
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Buzzwords: Summer dreamin', New York toughness, Kyle's salsa judgement, Getting involved in church, Treasure discoveries, Ministry partners, Say what you are, Relevant church, Radical openness, Saying yes
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What big things have influenced your faith story? We're talking this week with Sam Noble whose faith journey inspired him to create a theme song to submit for the 2018 ELCA Gathering. Built on the relational foundation of camp and church community his story is a reminder that Jesus changes everything,
Featuring- Sam Noble
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Buzzwords: Pastors be tuckerd out, Brass tearing it up, It's what Lutherans do, A very Buble Easter, Kyle the young pastor, A wild Millennial appears, Helping others grow, Bonding over the divide, Non-stop positivity, Alex's jingle, A lil' Lutheran pride
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We're goin' back to college on this week's episode. Grab your roommate. Grab that guy that sits behind you in math. Let's head to Jacob's Porch where we are talking about the important work campus ministry is doing in forming leaders, wrestling with doubts and beating back anxiety.
Featuring- Pastor Grant Eckhart
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Buzzwords: Who's that?, THWTH Secrets, All the Lives, Being shaped, Cool new slang, Missed references, Investing more, In group vs Out group, Come with questions!, Snow cone magic bullets, Engaging relationally
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The church is changing. The world is changing. We need leaders who are equipped and ready for the change. This week we are talking with the President of Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Dr. Rick Barger, about the challenges and future of leadership development in the church. He comes loaded with passion, statistics, new ideas and hope for future leaders.
Featuring- Dr. Rick Barger
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Buzzwords: 75 miles up 71, Nostalgic Lorne, Inspired leaders, New narrative, The shortage is real, Constantinian hangover, A great life!, Tearing down myths, Launching people, In for the long haul, Better together
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Millennials. People talk about them. People write about them. People blame them for stuff. We're taking some time to talk and listen to 2 millennials about their experiences with church. Looking for a new church home, seeking community, finding a place to belong and the God they want others to see. All this and more in this week's episode.
Featuring- Alex McWhirter and Carly Gritton
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Buzzwords: Alex's Therapy, Speak of the Devil, Lorne's audio nightmare, The 2 outta 10, Kyle gets nothing, Church Hunters, All the shout outs, LOL explanations, Grocery store metaphor, Past influences, God in the messy, #TryPod
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WE DID IT! Way to go gang! Made it to the end of the Fruits of the Spirit suite. Never mind everyone is horribly tired of it and we had to do the last two in one episode...it's still a wrap. We're talking gentleness, self control and why all these fruits make a difference this week. Come see what all this work has been leading up to.
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Buzzwords: NO MORE FRUIT!, We apologize, Fruit smoothie, Alex defeated, Don't hard pet the cat, Muppetcast, Mindful, Gentle Ben, The over/under on Kyle moving, Double Dare Heaven, Moral Police, Lorne's brand loyalty
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Yep...still here. It's a new week which means it's time for another THWTH. Are you ready? We're deep in the Fruits of the Spirit and it's time to talk Faithfulness. Where does it come from? Who's in charge of making it happen? I bet you know the answer. Tune in to see if you're right!
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Buzzwords: Kyle in the middle, Hello tangents our old friend, It's good for you!, Filled with faith, Gifts!, Confidence in the uncertainty, Mother Teresa, Expressing loyalty, Know by what we learn, Did we repeat?
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Goodness gracious me! We're continuing our Fruits of the Spirit suite with goodness. How do you hear "good"? Would you say that good is a part of your identity? Alex and Lorne are here this week to take you through the ins and outs of what it means to be good.
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Buzzwords: Kyle on blast, Zen places, Baby breaths, Tangents!, Pastor jokes, Bad Greek pronunciation, Good God!, Pure gift, Identity, Relationship reminders, Live into the story, You're good!
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Where have you seen kindness? It could come from an unlikely source or happen out of the clear blue. We know one thing...it's more than just nice. We continue on through our Fruits of the Spirit suite as we dive deeper into what we all could use a little more of.
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Buzzwords: Refresh your spirit, Irritable Pastor Syndrome, Uncharacteristic Kyle, Exploding heads, Church people gotta be nice, Proactive kindness, Growing mercy, Acting on behalf of, Something I can do here, Blessing vs tolerance, Reflecting God, Opposite of culture
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Truth telling time. Raise your hand if patience isn't your thing... good it's not just us... We're diving deeper into this Fruit of the Spirit to see what God's patience might look like and how we can mirror it because of the Spirit. Get ready to learn a thing or two about patience (if you can stick with us!)
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Buzzwords: The Nasty Nati, Let's Go!, Lorne is in-touch, Alex quotes Jay Z, Instant gratification, Google consultation, Grandpa's back!, Bringing out the Greek, Persevering, Community endurance, Difficult situations, Still unfolding
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What grounds you and keeps you rooted? This week we tackle the challenging topic of peace. Is it a presence or an absence? How does quiet factor in? The guys answer these questions and more than you ever wanted to know about the low clinging vine as we continue our journey through the Fruits of the Spirit.
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Buzzwords: How's the weather?, Lorne's multiple allergies, More fruit!, Alex's pea facts, Shalom, Finding center in the midst, Spirit doin' work!, Tense quiet, Grace with peace, The Holy Howdy, Engage conflict with a purpose, Non-anxious presence
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At THWTH we like to be topical...about a week late. We have a great guest in Paul Erbes from Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services. Through passion, helpful history, stats and storytelling Paul gives us some great thoughts on refugees and our call to welcome them. We hope you'll find this episode insightful and informative as you think about everything that's going on in the world these days.
Featuring- Paul Erbes
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Buzzwords: Health check, Who's honored? We're honored!, Spreading information, Neighbor to others, Guidance and expertise, Challenging work, Listening and understanding, Prayer is powerful, Peter, Paul and disagreement, God in each other, Solid stats, Ideological vetting, Debunking myths
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What is love? Baby, don't hurt me. Don't hurt me, no more. But seriously...the guys tackle this question this week as they struggle with love capacities, zero sum love totals and inanimate plastic objects. Our look at the Fruits of the Spirits, hotdish style, continues this week as we wrestle with God's challenge to love.
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Buzzwords: Geology cast, Chit Chat designs, Will of God, Lorne's death throws, Pastor voice, Alex's action figures, What am love?, 4 words for love, Kyle's country deep cut, Unexpected examples, Self sacrificial, "The tension of living intentionally"
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Does everyone seem a bit off to you lately? With everything that's going on in the world we're all looking for a little joy. Are we good? Cultivating joy can be a tough thing especially if you're unsure whether you're allowed to do it. This week the guys are talking joy and struggling with how it comes, when it should happen and more.
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Buzzwords: Cinncy Hotdish Studios, Everyone is mad, Jonesin' for some joy, Lorne's retraction, Fruit of the spirit, Valuing joy, Consulting Google, Tomb is still empty, Read the room, Worse thing not the last thing
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(Quick Note: The audio this week is different than what you are used to. We'll have it back to normal next week!)
We're crushing our resolution goals this week by welcoming on, not just one but two guests! They are missionaries to the Middle East and have a ton of great stories and insights to share. These aren't your typical run-of-the-mill, old school type of missionaries. Their insights are guaranteed to change your notions about who missionaries are and what they do.
Featuring- Missionaries to the Middle East
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Buzzwords: "Who doesn't know about Jesus?", Mission origin stories, Telling the story, Holy Spirit conversions, Serving neighbors, Long relationships, Leading with service, "Jesus is not a white person", Hospitality, The "Deep Questions" hours, Coffee shots, Cool smoke tricks
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This deep in the hustle the guys are lacking on a bit of energy so they've come up with some ways to shake it all up. We've gotten fired up for 2017 with more interviews, answering your church wonderments and talking more about them church words. 2017 is going to be the year to remember but we need your help to do it!
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Buzzwords: Mouth-sound Hlad, 2 Cinny too much, Change is in order, Disney movie review, Alex's deep sadness, Somewhere...out there..., Worn out jokes, Focusing our energy, "Get behind me Satan!", Lil' Jesus in a Patagonia vest
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Happy New Year! The gang's all back! What are your thoughts on resolutions? Do you make them or do you scoff at them? This week the guys do a deep dive into the world of making changes during this season of making (and sometimes breaking) resolutions.
Featuring- Intern Kyle Symanski
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Buzzwords: Cute combos, Texas New Year's traditions, Got them goals, Resolution goofs, Lore's all alone...but crushing it, Reset button, Formative moments, Kosher Alex, "For real?!?", What's broken, Step 1: Graph Paper
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We've rustled up another Hotdish Hero for you this week! Alex and Kyle talk to The Grumpy Pastor who thinks we're all a little grumpy sometimes. He's a blogger and a pastor who looks to get some conversation going in a world where we're not always interested in talking or listening.
Featuring- Pastor Lyle Snyder
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Buzzwords: Careful with baby names, Comic book goofs, Hotdish Iron Curtain, Boring spy, Lots of Grey, Intentionally instigate, Healthy conversations, Big picture stuff, Lots of real talk, Kyle needs some resistance, Listening helps understanding
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Time for the Christmas episode...at the end of Advent! This year we're going to have a Fierce one. This episode has it all: a special guest, sharing of treasured Christmas memories and a conversation about the fierceness of Mary. Have a Merry Christmas!
Featuring- Pastor Alice Connor
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Buzzwords: Lorne had a baby!, Well played mom, Books are crazy, Christmas vomit, Notes from Santa, Mary the prophet, Disney-fication, R-rated Bible, Mundane Good News, Preach!
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Who's that green guy hanging out in the corner? WAIT! He's taking all the...darn. Guess we're stuck with Advent songs now. Unless you tune into your local station that's playing 24/7 Christmas music. Hopefully the green dude hasn't gotten there yet. The guys welcome on a very talented guest this week to talk about when is the right time to bust out the Christmas carols. Where do you fall on the spectrum of before Thanksgiving or not until December 24th?
Featuring- Viktor Andersson
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Buzzwords: Continuous Christmas Creep, Advent traditionalists in Texas, In the desert, Cultural disconnect, Rhythm of Advent, Mary knew, Your new 2016 Christmas song recommendation, Music makes emotions, That's beautiful Dickens!, Tradition!, Humble hotdish
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We continue our Advent themed episodes by answering some church wonderment questions. You know it's about to get crazy and random. The guys get into some deeper theology this week but they get there in ways you wouldn't expect. There are even a couple of fun stories along the way, it's one of our Christmas gifts to you.
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Buzzwords: Alex's laundry fort, Highway analogies, Lorne triggers Alex, Water balloon confessions, #pringlesforkringle, Boring Bible, God the Novelist, Biblical interpretation, Jesus can fix it!, Are you ready? Active waiting
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It's after Thanksgiving which means it's time to pull out the Advent wreath, light that first candle and trim the tree...WAIT! Not that last one. We're in a new year in the church calendar and we're entering into a season of preparation and anticipation. How do you celebrate Advent? What do you do to get ready?
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Buzzwords: The Lone Ranger, Kyle Googles things, Et Tu Brute?, Starting over, Countdown to Babytown, Rad lizard baby, Lorne's reputation, Slowing down or ramping up?, Tales from Ikea, God showing up, Charles Dickens wisdom, Christmas Pep Rally, Active people of God, Not your Birthday.
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Big announcement from the Hotdish Studios this week which paves the way for the guys to process the transition time that's happening in the United States. Change can be refreshing to some and terrifying to others. Even more reason to get out there and listen to some stories. Put away the big ol' brush you might normally paint with and look through the lens of the Gospel during this time of transition.
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Buzzwords: A botched intro?, Old Timey PSA, Kyle's diggin' in, Return of Grandpa Lorne, Interior decorating tips, New opportunities, THWTH Lutheran Church, Cincinnati Bacon Burp, Honoring voices, Tough stuff, Echo chamber resurgence,
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Have you ever wondered about stuff? Apparently a lot of people have including most of the...internet. Without Lorne, Kyle and Alex go on a deep dive into the corners of the internet. The result? Lots of laughs answering random questions related to faith. Be sure and submit your questions for the next round of Church Wonderments.
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Buzzwords: Deep hole of questions, No plagiarism here, Wheel-ception, Grace throughout, Looney Tunes Bible, George Noory shout-outs, You broke fish!, Bookstore theology, Ebeneezer's crushing it, Gifts from Sky Dad
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Well, that happened...and no matter the result know that we are here for you. Now comes the fun part where we look forward, keep going and work towards some unity. Not unity where we all agree, mind you, but unity around working on listening and coming together. It's different than what we have been experiencing. It's not easy, but the fight is worth it.
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Buzzwords: (insert name here), Alex's growth, swearing 4 year olds, Pump the breaks, Practicality!, Find what you love, Common ground, Action items, Advocate for what you care, Lorne's rap, Encountering the other
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LET'S GET READY TO RUMBLE! Actually, not really...we're not entirely sure what's going on. That's why we invited a special guest on to help us navigate this confusing political environment. With some practical advice from him and some thoughts from the guys we might just make it through this election cycle.
Featuring- Greg Matusak
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Buzzwords: Buck Buck!, Fight night, The contestants, The More Perfect Union, Speak for yourself, Anxiety for days, Listen, Faith informing politics, Dialogue, Move toward understanding, What are you for?, Dessert fight!
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It's a spooky time of year and the guys are getting into the spirit of things during their THWTH brainstorming retreat. It's a good thing they brought their equipment with them to capture the experience. Listen, if you dare, as we regale you with tales from the Holy Book of Horrors!
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Buzzwords: S'more of what?, Camp Indiscriminate, Alex's remix, Clown avoidance tactics, Embellishments, Origin story of a duo, Ancient "bro stuff", A curse!, Canon: the bible is dusty, Paranoia, Adding witches to the game
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Distracted? What do you mean I'm distracted? I'm not...Hey! Look at that! Okay, so maybe as a culture we are a little distracted with all of the white noise around us. The guys risk biting the proverbial hand that feeds by discussing the ways we are easily distracted and how that affects things. PLEASE DON'T LEAVE US!
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Buzzwords: Cats and fish tanks, Our viral faves, The descent, Alex called out, News gets you!, The return of grandpa Lorne, Addicted to distraction, Werther's originals, Kyle the gumshoe, No space, Practicing silence
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You know what this podcast needs? More pastors. Wait! Before you run away, don't worry! This one is worth a listen. The guys welcome on two of their colleagues who also podcast. They talk about the art of podcasting and where they are finding hope in the church of today. There's a new frontier out there and all five of these guys are journeying into it.
Featuring- Pastors Geoff Sinibaldo and Joe McGarry
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Buzzwords: Sleepy Alex is sleepy, That shoutout game, Other podcasts?!?, Folically challenged pastors, Razor endorsement deals, Painting with words, Making a statement, Podcast-ception, Living day to day, Be a part of the story
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It's time for apples! It's time for pumpkins or pumpkin spice! It's time for cooler weather(in some places)! We're all hyped for fall this week and everything it brings. From out of control Texas traditions to trying new things as people get back into the routine the guys are talking all things Autumn. What gives you life as the season changes?
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Buzzwords: Water is life, PSL count, Pork on Pork on Pancakes, Porkopolis, Mumstrosities, Wicked mum stunts, Back from church lite, New things, Coming together, Faith formation stories, What gives life?
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2! 4! 6! 8! Rhyming chants are really great! There has been a lot of protesting going on in our country and the guys are giving their take on it this week. From standing to kneeling, they don't cover it all, but they hit a protest you've heard about and one you maybe haven't. Not an easy conversation, but one that leaves us wondering, what would cause you to protest?
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Buzzwords: Capri Sun Foley work, Lorne's exaggerations, Kyle's fantasy gaming, THWTH Sesame Street, Dakota Access Pipline, Colin Kaepernick, "IT's HAIRY", Alex is a thinker, Stay at the table, Makin' a stink, Seeking understanding, Holistic peace, Courageous conversations
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FINALLY we wrap up our never-ending contest. You can't say we haven't made good on our promises...it might just take a while. The guys read the winning submissions and welcome on a special guest. They also talk about feedback: when it's helpful, when it's not, why it's important, and one of the Christian versions of feedback, prayer.
Featuring- Drew McCaffery
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Buzzwords: Lorne's epic life, 5-Star podcast, Alex's deep sadness, Butter popcorn topping, Hoopies!, The Dance-Dance champ, Feedback as dialogue, Prayer as primary gift, Grandma's blood sugar!, Keeping the circuit together, Free prayer!
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Here comes the Bishop! And some toothbrush shaming? Bishop Mike Rinehart is down to earth and his humor matches our own. His take on the church is a wider one which means more great stories, more perspectives and more insights. Enjoy!
Featuring- Bishop Mike Rinehart
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Buzzwords: Alex's shame monster, Dark dental truths, Podcasts are your friend!, Lorne paints in silence, Helping out Lousiana, 1,000 year rain, What's a bishop?, Chess goofs, Listening to community, That water tastes good!, Innovators and Entrepreneurs
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The church is DYING! Well, that's what some folks claim. Today on the show the guys welcome a guest who has an...interesting...proposal for change in moving church forward. It looks like facing up to fears and living out words from Jesus. It looks like sacrifice and death, but trusting that it leads to beautiful resurrection.
Featuring- Tim Brown
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Buzzwords: Taco Tuesday!, Weather wrap-up, Buzzmarketing Bojangles, Lorne's foodie intentions, Dying well, Scarcity mentality. Naming fears, One church-one mission-multisite, Called and challenged, Consumer model, Faithful or successful?
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The academic meets the spiritual today as the guys welcome on a special guest to talk about his research into how religious freedom affects us all. It seems like a straightforward topic, but we quickly find out that it gets messy real quick. For people of faith that's okay because we know there is beauty to be found in the messiness.
Featuring- Jeff Gottlieb
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Buzzwords: Car safety tips with Lorne, Cheerful intro, Kyle cares naught for your tummy, Live in the nursery, Constant changing concept, Drawing principles out, A Christian nation?, Living out a divine story, Supporting other's faith practices, Protect for all people
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We start this week with some mail from you, our awesome listeners. One of the e-mails leads into a conversation about being "#Blessed." Counting your blessings and being grateful can be a good thing, but when it turns into hotdish culture you know the guys are going to talk about it. We may be blessed, but for what?
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Buzzwords: An Olympic sized intro, Lorne wants to go fast, Thank yous all around, Duck Tales deep cut, Read the room Christ followers!, Garden analogies, Medicating with gratefulness, Cupcake bagels, Blessed to be a blessing, Low hanging comedy fruit,
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How would you say you are feeling right now? Are you striving or are you thriving? I'm not really sure what that means...Today the guys dive into the language that we use that sometimes we don't even understand. We hope this conversation inspires and challenges you to reflect on the words we use to share faith so that we can overcome some language barriers in culture.
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Buzzwords: Kyle is out of the loop, All the buzzwords, Creating culture, Times are tough for Lorne, Attentive to words, Justice!, Illuminating the Gospel, Authenticity, Looking for balance, We went to the moon?, Irony of all ironies
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Coming this Summer...chills...drama...courage...love...all from a Bible story? You don't always have to go to the movie theater to find a great story. Often the stories in scripture can be just as engaging as the plot to a movie. Come test your knowledge on our second game show episode! Can you tell the difference between a Bible story or blockbuster?
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Buzzwords: A grammar discussion, Flyin' three sheets, Paraprosdokian, Lorne the game show contestant, Kyle's Feud Team, Throwing shade at Sajak, 90s game show cast, Tough questions, "That's Jesus!"
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Today we take you behind the curtain a bit to get to know the minds and the personalities behind THWTH. Don't worry! We don't tear down all the mystery. We hope you enjoy this quick glimpse behind the mic. We are so thankful for you, our listeners, and hope you'll continue on this journey with us!
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Buzzwords: Squad is at full strength, Extended contest, Assumptions were made, Kyle's brain child, Still in process, Lorne got stuff printed, Alex is a podcast fanatic, When world's collide, Hoping for more ideas, Come join the community!, Taking this to the next level
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BEER! ...Do we have your attention now? This week the guys welcome two, count 'em, two special game-changing guests to talk about a community of faith and craft beer that they are heading up in Orlando, FL. Raise a toast! To Castle Church Brewing and a new vision of a church community they are working towards.
Featuring- Brewmaster, Aaron Schmalzle and Pastor, Jared Witt
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Buzzwords: Hitting the charts, Alex's entourage, Many horses, A "tent-making" ministry, Luther's favorite beer, A new model, Learning from Jeff Goldblum, Resurrecting a beer, The hidden God, Living out faith in everyday life, Creating organic community, Doing stuff the long way
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We know you, you're good people and would never insult your pastor. At least not intentionally. Wait, maybe I have once before? The guys welcome a special guest this week to talk about 5 ways we may unintentionally (or intentionally?) insult our pastors, especially those who are female.
Featuring- Intern Anna Ernst
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Buzzwords: Alex kisses culture, Lorne goes to the real gym, Lady or Gentleman Pastor, Kyle is a solid guy (and not here), Marriage is a team effort, Little Pastor on the Prairie, Keep comments productive, The salary gap, Stand up! Speak out!, Be mindful
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We're going on an adventure! Grab your adventuring party and your 20 sided dice. The guys welcome a special guest to talk more about how playing a game can do a lot of great things for us as disciples. We're geeking out a little this week as we discover how epic our faith really is.
Featuring- Rory Philstrom
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Buzzwords: Alex is back and he has a note, Lorne's gone, Kyle loves him some Superman, Modern day myths, Complex imagination, Assumption of incompatibility, Referee of imagination, Hint of the epic, Play or observe?, Dungeon Master Apologetics, Speakin' like Jesus, We're not in this alone
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America is celebrating her 240th birthday and the trials for the Summer Olympic games are heating up. It's a great time to talk about how our faith and our national pride interact with each other. Which flag flies highest for you?
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Buzzwords: You hear that?, The cat's away, Kyle loves the Olympics, Lorne bleeds red, white and blue, The fireworks shed, Popsicle secrets, Patriotism/Christianity mash-up, Pledging allegiance, Personal wrestling, Texas pride, Citizenship influenced by faith
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Summertime and the livin' is...well...different. Different rhythms and a different pace lead to new space for relationship. What will you do during the summer to rejuvenate your faith?
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Buzzwords: Lake time!, Kyle has a question, The Belly Button Dilemma, Lorne is confident, Belly Button 4 is the worst, Leaf Lint, Getting macros right, Alex is silly excited, Practicing faith, Don't have to go far, A kickstart
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It's a week later but it's still important to talk about what happened in Orlando on June 12th. The guys share honestly the stories of their first reactions and the places where they are at now. With healthy conversation they turn the conversation to some difficult places. Mainly a look inside ourselves and a call to action: to be reminded that we are in this together and we are called to love.
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Buzzwords: In the midst of mourning, Again?, It's not one thing, Can't look away, Vulnerability and introspection, Answer is through love, In this together, Bracing for a debate, Standing with victims, I (We) get it, Value conversations
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We have a super helping of Hotdish! this week with a very special guest. The guys are interviewing Dr. Jacqueline Bussie about her new book "Outlaw Christian." The book and this episode are an exploration of pain, how we try to avoid it or cover it up, what we should do with it and how we are called to find authentic faith by breaking the rules.
Featuring- Dr. Jacqueline Bussie
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Buzzwords: Pop(Soda? Coke?)Talk, Go Cobbers!, Defying unwritten laws, Anger at God, In this together, Cultural cues into holy, Doubt is a part of the journey, Questions are essential, Composting pain, Vulnerability incarnate, Hope is a rope
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It's the last part of our 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Do people come to you for help with wrapping their mind around a concept? Do you love sharing ideas and seeing how they make a difference in someone's life? Then you might be a Teacher!
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Buzzwords: Alex teaches Lorne a thing or two, Mind blowingly revelatory, Connecting the dots, Light bulb moments, Lorne tries to diagnose his family, Point to truth or wisdom, Kyle comes from a line of teachers
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Part 4 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Are you passionate about something, so much so that everyone knows about it? Are you good at rallying people together? Then you might be an Evangelist!
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Buzzwords: Alex preaches Captain America, Always be selling, Lorne trolls Alex, Potentially uncomfortable images, Mr. America competitions, Bringing good news, People gather-ers, HYPE!, Joy vs passion
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Part 3 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Do you say a word or phrase that takes conversations deeper? Does it seem like you have an intuitive sense of the times? Then you might be a Prophet!
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Buzzwords: What's Alex doing at 3:00?, What's Kyle doing in the morning?, Lorne's got the vision, Volume!, Isn't just future prediction, Attuned to other rhythms, Truth tellers
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Part 2 of the 5 part series breaking it down Ephesians 4 style! Would you describe yourself as visionary or pioneering? Are you interested in leading people into the future? Then you might be an Apostle!
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Buzzwords: Pushing into new territory, Selling all our stuff, Explorers and innovators, Marginalized in Christian community, Can sometimes be snuffed out, "Change for change sake", We need each other.
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It's the first part of a five part series! Releasing all this week, the guys are talking about 5 distinct gifts that we can have. It's a journey of discovery for them and for you! Do you care about how people feel after a conflict? Do you have a heart to be with people when they are in need? Then you might be a pastor!
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Buzzwords: Alex goes fishing, The perfect donut, Kyle throws back with cookies, Master of everything!, Making a model Christian, Lorne's pastor hat, Khaki pants and comb-overs, Christians aren't cookie cutter, Pastor=Shepherd, Jobs vs. Vocations, A shepherd's heart.
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Faith formation, it's not just for the kids anymore! The guys welcome another guest on this week to talk about how his community is changing the way they do ministry with young disciples. Through story we hear how important it is to form and live out faith together across all ages, for all people. Let's get ready to blow some stuff up!
Featuring- Paul Moody
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Buzzwords: Kyle is loyal, "GET TO THE STEERING WHEEL", Lorne gives some shutouts, An interesting emotional roller-coaster, Better together!, Poking bears, Cultural shifts, Alex hard passes on math, Double the boat metaphors, Cake means you're done!
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Buckle up Hotdish! fans, we've got a good one for you. The guys welcome a special guest who is involved in a movement that is currently happening within the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America called #DecolonizeLutheranism. Through her story we are reminded about the power of relationships, our unity in mission and the multitude of voices that are out there. This episode is sure to give you something to think about!
Featuring- Kwame Pitts
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Buzzwords: The land has changed Alex, Faith and unity, Open to teaching each other, Kwame knows gumbo, Lots of wisdom, Lorne's organ story, One voice among many, Something about a relationship, Speakin' Kyle's language, Don't be afraid to do ministry!, Called to suffer together
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Happy Birthday, Church! This episode is full on liturgical as the guys talk Pentecost and how the spirit is moving today. What new place or thing is the Spirit calling you to? (Note: This episode contains FIRE and is not for the faint of heart)
Guest Spot- Anna Ernst
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Buzzwords: Lorne is earthy, The wear red conspiracy, Alex's social experiment, Wind and fire....missing earth, The Jerusalem club scene, Kyle didn't start the fire...but he keeps it going, Choose Your Own Adventure!, Summer mode engaged, Ministry mirroring the academic year, self fulfilling prophecies, Pentecost 2: Electric Boogaloo
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We're not the slickest podcast on the block, but the guys are sure trying. They are talking excellence this week and how it has a tendency to creep into church culture. Through goofs and stories they highlight what they think is important about community.
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Buzzwords: New shot at an intro, Alex knows the secret, Spilled crackers, Lorne with the Bible check, Excellence creepin' everywhere, The Way of Volume, Mad Scientist Kyle and his Holy Experiments, Darn it Suzie!, Lots of stories, Faith isn't measurements and metrics
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How ya feelin'? Feeling comfy and cozy? Then prepare to be woken up because the guys are taking on purely cozy culture. In the first breaking down of the "5 Signs" episode, we try and find a better balance between cozy and challenge.
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Buzzwords: Alex is swell, Breakin' down, Kyle chases his horses, Jesus baked cookies!, A boy and his shorts (Lorne), Goin' down for a nap, Burnout culture, Jesus made breakfast too!, Backwoods Jesus, Challenged to grow, Caring before competition
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We have the funny pastors! The Lights! The Experience! Come listen... Is it working? This week the guys talk how we share about our communities and what we share or should share. Are you attracting or inviting? Come listen and compare against the THWTH standard of challenging cliche casserole culture!
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Buzzwords: Kyle is a Ford man, Pretty solid Foley work, First cars, Lorne checks mail, Competing Senior Citizens, Pastors always be selling, Church Costco!: The Church Store, Alex does FIT, Putting on a show, Hearts bared open, Ensnaring and lighting a fire, Church splash zones, Coming full circle
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Recorded on St. Patrick's Day, we're digging deeper into some hotdish...culture by having on a special guest. He's a real "Hotdish Hero" from Minnesota. We jump right into what does it mean to cross boundaries, how do we interact with others, what role fear should play and how we build bridges between each other. Grab your hammer and hard hat so we can get building!
Featuring- Patrick Shebeck
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Buzzwords: Bring your friend to work day!, 2 on 2, Lorne likes both East and West side, Worlds collide, Kyle has a friend!, Busts made of butter, Battle make-up on, Alex's unintentional pun, Tire slashers, Charity vs service, Call to humanity, Live it out
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Am I contributing to hotdish culture? The guys are back with another top 5 list. This time it's ways to know you are leading a hotdish culture. Don't worry if you're not a leader! Listen in, so when you become a leader, you're ahead of the game and can nail it...like Alex.
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Buzzwords: Lorne adds a new dimension, Ivory towers of judgement, You like us-we like you-we're all likable!, Alex nails it, Inventing models, Worshipping worship?, Kyle wants people to like his church, Grinding the ax, CHURCH WORD ALERT!, New segment: shout-outs
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It's the newest game show around: HOLY SCRIPTURE OR HEATED SOAP OPERA! Before we get to the game the guys talk about the Bible and how we approach it. Who will win the Bible smack-down between Alex and Lorne? Listen to find out!
Buzzwords: Work-shopping new bits, More Alex impressions, the 'Bloids, Gospel fluency, Lorne invents words, Scapegoat pastors, Bible bully, Game show host Kyle, Dirt and Drama, Storytelling, Bringing it alive
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It's after Easter and the guys need some rest...seriously. They're not too tired to share the ways they take a break, which sometimes is a little too much sharing. Their exhaustion is your gain this week as they discuss resting and recharging.
Buzzwords: The newest member, Lorne goes "teenage girl", Raisin' the roof!, Alex gets giggly, The mysteries of crunch-coat, New inventions, Kyle goes to the golf yard, Whipty-Do Elixer, Finding time to focus, Working from rest
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IT'S HOLY WEEK! Okay... that's a bit much. The guys are excited and ready, with your guide to celebrating this "Super Bowl" of the church year. With interesting facts, stories, confessions, humor and more, you'll be prepared for everything that happens this week.
Buzzwords: Kyle-The Super Liturgist, Taco Tuesday, Final Countdown, Alex's on-point impressions, Trida...Trida...TRIDOOM!, Lorne's Confession, Something for everyone!, Good Friday Fanatics, Reconnecting with the story
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"It's easier to be alive when we're not killing ourselves." The guys welcome a guest to help them try and figure out the link between fitness and faith. Can she convict them to turn from their terrible eating habits before it's too late?
Featuring- Aubree Blomgren
Buzzwords: Alex's Intervention, Temple of Doom, Kyle's Twang, Literal Hotdish, Gutty-works (Ghetti-works?), Everyday is Sunday!, Mind, Body, and Spirit, Lorne buys too many workout programs, Gas station pizza, chocolate, BLT's...OH MY!
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It's Lent and Alex is super grumpy and confused. The guys explore Lenten disciplines and challenge the church to consider what it's really all about.
What is a hotdish culture you ask? Listen in as the guys discuss the symptoms of the cliche casserole culture that is WAY too prevalent in the church today.
We are 'To hell with the hotdish!' and we are committed to pushing the church beyond it's cliched casserole culture. We're challenging the faithful from getting too comfortable by engaging the church's time honored tradition of 'talking about it' - but now we can do it through the internet.