Emmaus Northfield Podcast: Recent Episodes
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This podcast provides access to our weekly sermons and bonus material from Emmaus Church in Northfield, MN.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
Please join us as we hear the diverse and personal stories of some of God's beloved children.
In this podcast episode pastor Abe has a conversation with pastor Will Healy on the recent protests and riots in the aftermath of George Floyd's death at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Abe and Will talk about racism, privilege, prayer and ministry. Will offers depth of wisdom and some of the lessons he has learned during his time as lead pastor at Park Avenue Church in the heart of Minneapolis.
In this episode pastor Abe has a conversation with Dan Kahl about birds and birding. They discuss what birds to be looking for this time of year, how to attract birds to your backyard or window, and Dan also dispels some common misconceptions about birds. If you have a love and fascination with birds this will be an episode you will enjoy!
In this episode pastor Abe talks with Elaine Nesbit and pastor Susan Quinnell about mental health. Elaine and Susan have insightful things to share on the topic. They talk about what can be helpful for our health in a time of limited social interaction, and they also share some thoughts about the Emmaus mental illness preaching series from February. Hope you enjoy!
In this episode Nate Engle and Judd Lohmann join pastor Abe to talk about money. There is a lot of uncertainty right now around money. Nate and Judd each weigh in on money management during this time of uncertainty: what to consider regarding stimulus checks, what to make of the stock market right now and the importance of helping people out. Enjoy!
In this episode pastor Abe analyzes Ecclesiastes 3:5. What do the phrases "cast away stones" and "gather stones together" refer to? How do these phrases fit within the poem of Ecclesiastes 3:1-8? And what material in the Old Testament can help our understanding? Abe offers six different interpretations and weighs some of the strengths and weaknesses of each of them.
In this episode pastor Abe has a conversation with Lois Lindbloom about spiritual discernment, spiritual companionship. Right now, during the COVID-19 epidemic, we have collectively been tossed into a wilderness with no map. Voices like Lois' are a non-anxious presence for each one of us. This episode is a must listen.
In this bonus podcast pastor Abe interviews Rob Ryden about music. They discuss the role music plays for us in times like these, the influence of our kids and our parents, how Rob came to Emmaus as the Worship Director and how music impacts Holy Week. Lots of great stuff here. And some fun along the way! Enjoy.
In this bonus podcast pastor Abe interviews principle Sam Richardson about distance learning. How do parents navigate it? How can students succeed? What do we need to know about it? Lots of information here! And some fun along the way. Enjoy!