Talking Church

Episode 99: Pastor Rob Ketterling discusses the challenges pastors face, ways to stay strong and avoid burnout, and strategies for achieving longevity in ministry. He emphasizes setting guardrails, using up vacation time, staying in awe of the wonders of ministry. The episode concludes with practical advice for pastors to navigate challenges, build a strong team, and strive for longevity in minist...

Episode 98: Michael Murphy, a seasoned coach for pastors and leaders, joins Logan in this episode of the podcast talking about the core concepts of Michael’s recently released book “XLR8.” Michael highlights the significance of creating a DNA of multiplication within small groups and how it can lead to the organic growth of leaders and disciples.

Episode 97: Logan sits down with Pastor Justin Mack and Pastor Jesse Johannesen to talk about the impact of going on global teams and virtual global teams, practical ways you can approach starting these for your own church, and the importance of encouraging and supporting hosts on global teams. 

Episode 96: Pastor Rob Ketterling sits down with Logan to talk about how he stays organized with his busy schedule, how he doesn’t get burnt out, and how he stays healthy with his family, marriage, and ministry.  Download the calendar here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:df0654c9-313f-3409-9555-f45c3339fa2e 

Episode 95: Patraic and Daralee Utecht sit down with Logan to talk about being a blended family, creating a safe place for others, and having hard but needed conversations. 

Episode 94: Dr. Allen Tennison joins Logan on the podcast to talk about understanding context when reading the Bible, how to distinguish metaphorical language in the Bible, and how to bridge the gap between us and biblical texts.

Episode 93: Yoav Rotem is a Jewish Israeli guide, biblical historian and former IDF Soldier. Yoav sits down with Logan to discuss the tragedy that is currently happening in Israel, how his family has been affected, and the significance of how a visit to Israel can help you read the Bible in a different way. 

Episode 92: Paul Hurckman sits down with Logan Ketterling to discuss how we can still do great charity work while avoiding the "white savior" complex. Paul is the Executive Director of Venture, a ministry that helps to feed, rescue and lift people out of poverty all over the world.  Learn more at http://venture.org

Episode 90: Have you ever wondered how to start something? Ever had a great idea but struggled to get other people on board? Kirk Graham and Logan Ketterling talk about what it takes to get something new started. Kirk shares his best advice; the power of a whisper. Whether you're trying to get something going or just curious about an idea ahead, you'll be sure to get something from this episode!

Episode 89: Pastors Rick Mattson & David Clark are renowned biblical teachers and apologists. They discuss with Logan Ketterling how to defend our faith, the basis of good & evil and, so much more. 

“Since the 1960’s, women have been trying to be men. I don’t want to be a man, I want to be a powerful woman.” Tune into this week’s podcast to hear more from Lisa Bevere and Nathan Finochio on the lie of feminism. God designed women and men to be powerful as He created them. We need to rest in God designed strengths, not the strength or identity we try to create!

Episode 87: Pastor Joe Anderson shares his experiences and testimony with demonic possession in his lifetime, as well as advice and wisdom on how to handle these questions, conversations, and experiences you may have in your ministry. The demonic is real, and it is important to learn/prepare, but our Lord holds all power and authority! 

Episode 86: Pastor Rob Ketterling jumps into this week's episode to answer some current event/hot topic questions from the community! There is a lot going on in the world today, especially in Minnesota, and Pastor Rob shares amazing insight on some of these cultural conversations.

Episode 85: Pastor & Evangelist Micah Macdonald sits down with Logan to talk about social media's presence in the next generation, and the positives it can have onyour ministry. They also discuss standing for what is right online, and how we can best pastor through social media!

Episode 84: We hope you had a great Labor Day Weekend! We are taking this week to rewind back to River Valley Conference 2022, where Pastor Chris Hodges spoke to pastors and leaders on casting vision and implementing principles into the DNA of your church to help you grow!

Episode 83: As a young pastor in the ministry, how can you adecquately lead up to your lead pastor or manager? How do you bring up ideas in a healthy and respectful way? It can be difficult to manage that diachotomy, and this teaching answers so many more questions! Pastor Logan taught this breakout session a few months ago at River Valley Conference 2023!

Episode 82: The one and only 81 year-old Martha Tennison joined us for this week's episode live at General Council 2023! Martha discusses her testimony, history in the ministry as she pastored alongside her husband and now on her own, and her teachings on healing. There is endless wisdom to receive from Martha!

Episode 81: Live from General Council 2023 in Columbus, Ohio! Pastor & author of Parable Church, Mike Burnette, discusses leadership, the growth he's experiencing in his church, and the power of God. Logan and Mike also discuss the Barbarians to Bureaucrats. Mike Burnette is the Lead Pastor of LifePoint Church in Clarksville, Tennessee.

Episode 80: One of River Valley's own elders, Thomas Panikkar, took the time during our last all staff meeting to share what God put on his heart for faith needed in ministry, the posture us ministers and leaders need in ministry, and insight from his time in ministry.

Episode 79: Our Next Gen Pastor Terry Parkman and our Lead Youth Pastor Gabi O'Rourke sit down for a discussion with Logan about AI in the next generation, in the church, and within our youth ministires as next generation leaders. How do we pastor these students through an AI generated reality? How can AI actually be used for the Kingdom of God?

Episode 78: Dr. Preston Sprinkle and Logan discuss their biblical view on homosexuality, how to approach the rise of the LGBTQ community, and our role as Christians to come alongside those struggling in this tension.

Episode 77: Pastor Rob Ketterling dives into his thoughts on our church-wide Seek Week, where we sought after more of the Holy Spirit. He discusses his thoughts on the gifts of the Spirit, healings, miracles, and so much more!

Episode 76: Isabel Ketterling, Logan's grandmother and Pastor Rob's mother, joins Talking Church for a special episode! Logan and Isabel discuss her testimony, how she found Jesus, starting River Valley with Pastor Rob, praying over Justin Bieber, and more incredible stories!

Episode 75: We are thrilled to share with you one of our breakout sessions from River Valley Conference 2023! "A Dream Within a Dream" breaks down the relationship of a lead pastor having vision within his church, and the team members who steward that vision while dreaming of goals themselves. Pastor Rob Ketterling, Ryan Williams, and Aaron Johnson share their stories within realizing how to stewa...