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In this second of two episodes, President Sommerfeld shares some thoughts on the future of Concordia, some of the great opportunities for new students, and responds to the question often asked by parents, "How much does Concordia cost?" This is an excellent episode for students and families considering Concordia.

In the second installment of the Lent sermon series, Pastor John describes the benefits of taking the Sacrament.

In this first of two episodes, we welcome a familiar voice to many at Holy Cross - the Rev. Dr. Russ Sommerfeld, Interim President of Concordia University Nebraska. President Sommerfeld shares a joke that makes Pastor John and Pastor Tim look like amateurs, and reflects on his experience at Concordia and what makes it unique.

In this first episode of the Lent sermon series, Pastor John Rasmussen describes the Sacrament.

On this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim reflect on Lent and the battle every Christian has with the unholy trinity.

In this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim discuss the meaning of Lent, polar vortexes, fish frys, and some good and not so good reasons to give something up for Lent... as well as some thoughts about what to give up.

In this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim discuss the best kind of coffee, inspirational wall quotes, and the difference between nominal and genuine Christianity.

On this episode, Pastor John, Pastor Tim, and Spencer (a Zion alum), welcome Tony Splittgerber, the principal of Zion Lutheran School, to discuss what makes classical Christian education a unique resource in helping parents teach their children God's word.

In this episode, a group of millennials - Pastor John, Pastor Tim, and Megan - discuss the question of why millennials are leaving the church, as well as how the church can better serve this age group.

What does the world need right now? Political stability? Access to vaccines? Economic recovery? Sure. But what the world really needs now, more than ever, is... meekness. In the end, only meekness wins. Join us as we learn what meekness is, what it's not, and the true source of meekness - Jesus Christ. Sermon Text: Matthew 5:5

On this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim try to get to the roots of why our nation is so divided right now.

Martin Luther said, "I have no use for cranks who despise music, because it is a gift of God. Music drives away the Devil and makes people joyful; they forget thereby all wrath, unchastity, arrogance, and the like."  Join Pastor Tim and Music Director Jolene as they talk about the power of holy music in disturbing times and look forward to Holy Cross's Lenten musical sanctuary - Holden E...

This episode we hear Pastor John read chapter three from the book he authored, "Head, Heart, Habits".

In this brief episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim discuss ugly Christmas sweaters, why you can't rush Christmas, and a preview of our first sermon series of 2021 - #Blessed: The Beatitudes. This episode is better than egg nog!

In this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim devote an entire episode to a question asked by one of our listeners - "How do I overcome sexual temptation?" This episode is for single and married listeners alike. Pastor Tim also tells a rated G dad joke that is suitable for all audiences. Enjoy.

This episode we hear Pastor John read chapter two from the book he authored, "Head, Heart, Habits".

This episode we hear Pastor John read chapter one from the book he authored, "Head, Heart, Habits".

This episode is the introduction to the book "Head, Heart, Habits" written and read by Pastor John. 

Unable to speak for the 9 months his son was in the womb of Elizabeth, Zechariah finally is given his powers of speech back.  What comes out of his mouth? Complaint? No. Doubt? No. Instead, Zechariah sings a song blessing God for his faithfulness to his promises.  God has fulfilled his promises to Abraham by sending a "horn of salvation" for David's house - One who would rise with p...

In this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim shoot the breeze about Advent, reflect on the not very nice words of the Magnificat, and answer two bonus questions about waiting for answered prayers and discovering the will of God for our lives. Pastor John even succumbs to telling a dad joke. Enjoy.

The Magnificat - or Mary's Song - is a bold expression of faith in the God who reverses the fortunes of this World.  When the powerful put their thumbs on the weak, when God's people are down-trodden and abused, God bears his mighty arm.  He throws down the exalted and lifts up the humble.  God does not forget his promises, and all who trust in them have their faith rewarded. S...

In the last of our three-part sermon series on generosity, we explore the "why" of generosity. God uses our gifts to accomplish great things - even things that are eternal. When we grasp the eternal significance of our giving, the practice of generosity becomes a way of life for us.

In this episode, we invite a man of many skills to join us on the podcast - Spencer Hinrichs, our Parish Administrator. After giving a brief overview of his position, we discuss some of the successes and challenges of doing ministry this past year, as well as look ahead to 2021.

Last week in our "Generous God, Generous Church" series, we saw how the grace of God given to us freely in Jesus Christ is the motivation for our generosity. We give because he first gave to us. This week we see what God's word has to say about  how  we give. Like with any gift we give, it's not just the gift that matters, but also the way we give such a gift. Join us as we see how the g...

In this episode, Pastor Tim generously unveils the long awaited Baptist joke, as well as discusses with Pastor John how God has worked to shape their understanding and practice of generosity. This is truly a generous episode, as Pastor Tim also promises a generous helping of Lutheran jokes in the next episode.