The Church Basement

As we head into Easter Sunday we take a look at the 2 endings of the Gospel of Mark. Why 2? How do they differ? Which do you hear in the Lutheran church? Join us to learn more.

Instead of looking at a specific saint, this we we tackle them all and how they fit in Lutheran theology.

This week as Purim has just wrapped up we sit down to discuss Esther. Join us to learn more!

This week we examine a new way to enter into a bible study called "I wonder, I notice." Curious how it differs and what its strengths are? Join us to learn more.

Ah, the 10 Commandments. Even non-christians seem to know them. This week we take a look at what are they and why they are important even today.

Have another glass of wine or piece of chocolate and this time try giving up fear for Lent. Think about what a difference it could make in our lives!

Do you notice the seasons changing in church not unlike they do outside with the weather? Ever wonder how much or how little planning it takes to do so? Listen in to find out more.

It's only fitting that Pastor Amanda's least favorite Sunday to preach comes before Dawn's least favorite church season. Join us to learn more about the Transfiguration.

This week we take a look at this year's line up for Lent Madness. Saints vs. Mystics vs Modern and Misc people in a bid for the Golden Halo!

This week we take a look at the Presentation of the Lord. Found in the Gospel of Luke it tells the story of Simeon and Anna.

This week we move beyond websites to take social media. Does the church belong on social media? Can they afford NOT to be on social media in this day and age?

This week we take a look at what it means to say "I'm sorry" in our culture. Is it always heartfelt? Necessary? Meaningful? Or a subtle way to oppress?

This week we take a look what hopefully follows failure in our lives- confession and forgiveness. It is not a sacrament in the Lutheran church but can still play a roll.

This week we take a look at failure and sin and the roll they play in our lives.

This week we take a look at some of the more common things that make up Christmas traditions for those of us in the ELCA.

This week we discuss something that Martin Luther never would have imagined necessary- the church website!

This week we take a look at the hymnal used by the ELCA- what's in it, who decides what's in it and who uses it.

This week we look at the Nativity Set itself. Whom gets included, how they have changed through the years and why they are useful.

What is Grace and who gets it? We tackle this subject this week on the Church Basement.

This week we talk about making Thanksgiving more than about food and bringing thoughtfulness to your celebration.

This week we take a look at navigating situations where families and friends have mixed faith traditions.

This week we ask the question of whether or not reading the Bible is necessary to be a good person of faith.

This week we take a look at the seal that Martin Luther created to express what his theology means.

This week I talk to a guest about what it is like to play the organ and get some background on the instrument's history.