The Church Basement

Why ELCA Lutheran? 30.09.2022 24:37 ↓

Both Pastor Amanda and Dawn ended up choosing to be Lutheran after very different upbringings. Join us to learn why...

Sharing Stories of Loved Ones Who Have Died 23.09.2022 19:34 ↓

Pay close attention to the story Pastor Amanda tells about if you ask a question that steps on toes. It's something we all worry about and it's great advice...

Ordinary Time 09.09.2022 15:44 ↓

TLDR: Parables and Bread. Wanna dig a little deeper into the longest church season? Join us to learn more...

When To Say "Jesus" (And When Not To) 02.09.2022 27:27 ↓

Does it seem unusual that a Lutheran Pastor doesn't like to say the word "Jesus?" There are reasons- join us to learn more!

Being Ecumenical 26.08.2022 22:03 ↓

Pastor Amanda has thoughts on what it means to be ecumenical and how it differs from being inter-faith...

Frederick Buechner 19.08.2022 21:34 ↓

One of Pastor Amanda's favorite writers who passed away this week. We take a look at some of her favorite of his works...

Finding The Question 12.08.2022 31:00 ↓

Our discussion of what Central should do with it's building repairs continues...

Cuppa Angels 05.08.2022 17:29 ↓

5 years in the making and we only scratch the surface...

Content Warning for the Bible 29.07.2022 23:13 ↓

Let's be honest, parts of the Bible- both Old and New Testament- are pretty brutal. Wouldn't it be nice to get a warning?

All Creation Sings 22.07.2022 21:34 ↓

Sometimes you just want some new content without having to recreate the wheel...

Galatians 6 vs 11 15.07.2022 18:11 ↓

This week we take a deep dive into one verse...

The Unexpected 08.07.2022 21:06 ↓

Moments of joy and peace can be fleeting so this week we talk about how to recognize the unexpected moments that move us.

Reparing The Facility 01.07.2022 24:51 ↓

The building needs repairs- as most old buildings do. Just what to do and for whom is the next question for Central...

Communionware 17.06.2022 19:18 ↓

It's a cuppa about cups- join us!

Supply Pastors 10.06.2022 20:56 ↓

Different from an Interim Pastor, the supply pastor has the job of giving a sermon to a congregation they most likely are seeing for the first time...

Pride 03.06.2022 26:55 ↓

Come and find out what Pride is like in a clerical collar!

Interim Ministry 27.05.2022 25:59 ↓

It's an interesting gig being the person in charge in between calls...

The Call Process 20.05.2022 27:13 ↓

Lots of steps. Lots of meetings. Lots of interviews. Curious how a rostered leader even gets a call? Join us to learn more...

Call vs Job 13.05.2022 24:27 ↓

Curious how Pastor Amanda makes the distinction? Join us to learn more...

Psalm 27 06.05.2022 20:03 ↓

Let's face it, the news is terrible. Sometimes it pays to turn to the psalms for help and this time Pastor Amanda has picked #27...

Wedding Service Planning 29.04.2022 27:19 ↓

Weddings are looking much different than the traditional ones we used to see...

Accessible Egg Hunts 22.04.2022 25:57 ↓

Think beyond the chocolate and give all kids a hunt to enjoy...

Prayers Of The People 15.04.2022 22:07 ↓

It's a part of the church service and there is no real way to get it wrong- hurray!

NE Youth Collective 08.04.2022 24:01 ↓

Portland is divided into quadrants and that is how we decided to get the youth of various denominations together? Why? Join us to learn more...

A Grounded Faith 01.04.2022 32:43 ↓

As Central's anti-racism training continues, we look at land and what it means to be on stolen land...