Echoes of Sunday

This episode explores the Beatitudes through the lens of biblical characters, focusing on themes like peacemaking, identity, and living out faith in everyday life. Pastors Dan and Randy share insights on conflict resolution, biblical peacemaking, and the significance of names and identity in Christian living.

In this episode of Echoes of Sunday, Pastor Steve and Pastor Dan continue the “Glimpses of Glory” series by exploring Jesus’ challenging call in Matthew 16–17 to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him, a call that flows directly from Peter’s bold confession and the surprising rebuke that follows. Together they unpack the narrative that moves from the messianic secret to the Transfigurat...

In this episode of Echoes of Sunday , Dan and Pastor Steve dive deeply into Matthew 16–17, reflecting on Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God, and exploring how that unshakable truth becomes the foundation for the Church and for every believer’s life. Their conversation moves naturally from theology to real‑life ministry as they discuss the beauty of glimpsing Chr...

Why do so many Christians feel awkward about sharing their faith, especially in traditions that once used the word Evangelical? In this conversational episode, Pastor Steve and members of the congregation explore the history behind the term, why many Lutherans tend to avoid conflict, and how simple, everyday encounters, like talking with someone at the dog park about the church comfort dog named J...

In this episode, Pastor Randy joins us to kick off The Gospel According to Angels . We unpack what Scripture actually says about angels — their purpose, their role in God’s story, and how they point us back to Christ. We tackle your submitted questions: Are angels created? Do new angels exist? Are they physical or spiritual? Do our loved ones become angels? What do angels do today? What’s the deal...

In this episode of Echoes of Sunday , Pastor Steve Garrabrant sits down with Jason Phelps, Discipleship Director , for a deep dive into what it truly means to live fully alive in Christ. Building off the All Saints Day message, they unpack how discipleship isn’t just about learning, it’s about becoming . Jason breaks down his simple but powerful formula, Character × Calling = Impact , and shares h...

In this episode, Pastor Dan Schepmann joins host Steve Garrabrant to wrap up Gloria Dei’s Giving Challenge series. Together, they dive into the story of Peter walking on water, exploring what it means to follow God’s call even when it leads straight into a storm. Drawing from Malachi 3 and Matthew 14, they connect themes of obedience, generosity, and trust. Challenging listeners to move from a sca...

Host Steve Garbrandt and Pastor Dan Schepmann dig into one of the most honest parts of the Giving Series — what actually keeps people from being generous. With over 170 real responses from the congregation, they talk through fear, scarcity, trust, and what it really means to believe that God will provide. It’s a down-to-earth conversation about faith, money, and mindset — with plenty of practical...

In this first episode of Echoes of Sunday, Pastor Steve Garrabrant sits down with Pastor Dan Schepmann to dive deeper into the Sunday message on dating and Godly Relationships. Together, they tackle tough questions about cohabitation, purity, and what it means to pursue relationships rooted in Christ. Pastor Dan shares stories from his own family, practical wisdom for parents and singles alike, an...