The sermon podcast of Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
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We believe the American church needs reformation. To go forward we must go back. This podcast will explore the theology and practices of the early church and other eras of discipleship multiplication and apply those learnings to our post-Christian/secular American culture. American Reformation is a podcast of the Unite Leadership Collective. Follow us at uniteleadership.org. We consult, bring together cohorts of congregations for peer to peer learning, and certify leaders for work in the chu ...
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7/14/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Preaching as Poetry with Rev. Steve Zank
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Discover how to navigate the delicate balance between legalism and flexibility in worship practices with Reverend Steve Zank, Director of the Center for Worship Leadership at Concordia University, Irvine. Steve shares his profound insights on maintaining theological fidelity while being pastorally attentive. We discuss the critical need for context…
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6/30/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Shifting the Titanic: Joyful Church Revitalization with Pastor Jeremy Jacoby
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Ever wondered how a seasoned pastor reinvigorates hope in struggling churches? Join us on the American Reformation podcast as we welcome Pastor Jeremy Jacoby, a trailblazer in church planting and revitalization. Pastor Jeremy opens up about his transformative journey from founding new congregations to breathing new life into established churches th…
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Cross-Cultural Ministry and Adaptive Leadership with Walker Nery: Embracing Diversity and Overcoming Adversity
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What happens when you blend adaptive leadership with intercultural ministry? In our latest episode, we sit down with Vicar Nery to uncover the secrets to thriving in diverse cultural landscapes without losing theological integrity. Drawing from the wisdom of the Apostle Paul and Walker’s rich experiences in Brazil, we explore humility, the value of…
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6/9/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Faith, Film, and the Future: Art's Role in Modern Evangelism with Todd Freeman
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How can the power of art transform the Christian Reformation? Join us for a compelling conversation with the talented Todd Freeman, a masterful screenwriter, producer, and director, who offers a fresh perspective on leveraging filmmaking to communicate the gospel authentically. Todd’s journey through the independent film world serves as a powerful …
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6/2/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Power of Grace: From Mormon to Lutheran with Ryan Barlow
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Ryan Barlow's journey from Mormonism to Lutheranism is a story that pulses with the transformative power of grace. As he shares his personal odyssey on our podcast, we witness the trials and triumphs of embracing a new faith tradition, and the impact it has on family, community, and personal identity. Navigating the waters of change, Ryan's insight…
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5/26/24 Sermon by Deacon Michael. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Igniting the Next Generation: Mobilizing College Students for a Modern Reformation with Brian Smith Sr
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I do ministry in a denomination that struggles to engage college students and young adults. If you’re listening and you’re an LCMS Lutheran I pray you have an open heart to the Hope Church story. We have much to learn from our brothers and sisters in other Christian faith traditions. PLUS, I have come to know and highly respect my guest Brian as a …
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5/19/24 Sermon by Deacon Michael. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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A Call to Action for Dynamic Youth Ministry Leadership with Daniel Meyer
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Join me as I welcome my dear friend and Concordia, Nebraska alumnus, Daniel, to explore the transformative power of worship and its lasting impact on our ministry work. We take a nostalgic trip back to our college days, where we spearheaded a contemporary worship service, igniting a diverse community's passion for Jesus. Our heartfelt conversation …
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5/12/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Why Do We Sometimes "Hush" the Holy Spirit? with Pastor Mark Surburg
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Embark on a profound exploration of the Holy Spirit's transformative power as Pastor Mark Surburg joins me to illuminate its pivotal role from the early church in Acts to contemporary American Christianity. Our dialogue begins to unravel the mysteries of the Spirit's work in both communal empowerment and personal faith, revealing its subtle yet sig…
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Sermon for Easter 6 and the celebration of Deacon Michael's 25th Anniversary serving Holy Cross. Preacher: Gerald Lewis General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Transformative Love and the Church's Engagement with the LGBTQ Community with Rev. Mark Schulz
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When Reverend Mark Schulz joins us, we open our hearts to a conversation where deep-rooted beliefs confront modern challenges. Together, we examine what it means for the American Christian church to be truly impactful in today's society. We wrestle with the powerful notion that it is not the church which possesses a mission; rather, it is the missi…
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4/28/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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4/21/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Reviving the Missio Dei in Today's Digital Faith Landscape with Rev. John Koczman
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When the soul craves a deeper, more meaningful connection with its faith, where does one turn? This week, my father-in-law, Reverend John Koczman, joins me for an earnest conversation that goes to the heart of the American Christian church's need for reformation. As we sit down, we grapple with the question of how to cultivate genuine discipleship …
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4/14/24 sermon by guest preacher, Pastor Andy Jones, Foreign Missions Sunday General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Success Redefined - Unity is Key with Stella Yau Lok
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Join Stella Yau and me as we traverse the landscape of an American church in the throes of reformation, where the confines of worship expand into the vibrancy of community engagement. Stella shares her profound journey from intercultural ministry with Link to an upcoming venture in Southeast Asia, revealing the profound impact of intentional relati…
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4/7/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Spirit, Truth, and the Quest for Unity with Rev. Dr. Andrew Jackson
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Embark on an intellectual pilgrimage with the esteemed Reverend Dr. Andrew Jackson as we dissect the delicate interplay of the Holy Spirit and profound scriptural truths that are steering today's church reformation. Our exchange delves into the historical ebbs and flows of spiritual revivals, offering listeners a unique lens through which to view t…
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3/29/24 Sermon by Deacon Michael General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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3/31/24 Easter Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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3/28/24 Maundy Thursday Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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"Reclaiming the Joy of Ministry" with Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman
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Imagine the transformation that could unfold within the American Christian Church if unity prevailed. Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman joins me to shed light on this pressing issue, emphasizing the potential for the Church to exemplify Christ's love amidst societal divisions. Our heartfelt conversation traverses the challenges of harmony, both among …
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Revitalizing the American Church: Must Listen Conversation with Peyton Jones
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Embark on a transformative expedition with church planting luminary Peyton Jones as we uncover the bedrock principles necessary for a modern-day spiritual awakening within the American Christian Church. In a world where the definition of church success is often measured by size, we invite you to reconsider what it means to sow seeds of faith and fo…
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3/24/24 Palm Sunday Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Powerful Impact of Bible Translators with Reverend Dr. Rich Rudowske
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Venture with us as we sit down with Reverend Dr. Rich Rudowske, a figure of profound impact in the sphere of Bible translation, and journey through the intersections of faith, language, and culture. His experiences, from the sands of Botswana translating the Gospel of Luke to leading expansive translation projects across Southern Africa, weave a na…
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3/17/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Valley of Shadows Deepens the Walk with Jesus with Tess Wolthuis
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When Tess Wolthuis and I sat down to talk, the air buzzed with an unmistakable charge of both joy and solemnity. Tess, a beacon of faith and unity within the American Church, and a treasured family friend who stood by my wife in her darkest hours, brings a perspective on discipleship that is as refreshing as it is profound. Our conversation wove th…
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3/10/24 Sermon Podcast by Pastor Brett. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Holy Disruption: Reimagining Worship and the Arts in the American Church with Lyndsay Ermeling
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Embark on a transformative exploration with Lyndsay Ermeling, former Miss California and arts educator, as she brings her vision for a reimagined American Christian Church to our latest podcast discussion. Lindsay's artistic insights and experiences as a parent weave through this episode, revealing how creativity and change can revitalize our spiri…
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3/3/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Reformation Echoes in American Christianity with Dr. David Maxwell
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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Reverend Dr. David Maxwell, whose profound work translating Cyril's commentary on John opens a window to the soul-stirring depths of early church patristic exegesis. Our discussion traverses the landscape of scriptural interpretation, revealing the intricacies of a bygone era where texts wove together t…
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2/25/24 Sermon by Deacon Michael. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Healing in Trauma: The Church's Call to Be a Sanctuary of Hope with Jeffrey Fellman
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Jeffrey Fellman brings us compassionate insights due to his unique experience that intersects pastoral care, child abuse investigation, and foster care program direction. Join us for a riveting conversation that draws upon Jeff's expertise to address the imperative of a trauma-informed church, exploring the potential within our congregations to bec…
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2/18/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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'Gatherer-Shepherd-Explorer': Church Planting Revolution with Tony Webb
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Embarking on a transformative mission can redefine not only our own paths but the lives of countless others. That's precisely what Tony Webb of Vision USA Church Planting has done, transitioning from leading established congregations to pioneering a church-planting movement that's igniting an American Reformation. Our dialogue with Tony uncovers th…
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2/11/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Mentoring Young Athletes in Spirit and Strength with Former NFL Tight End John Carlson
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When the discipline of sports intersects with the spiritual fervor of faith, remarkable transformations occur. John Carlson, the former Notre Dame standout and NFL tight end, joins our heartfelt conversation to share how these two worlds have shaped his life and vision. As we unravel John's story, from his early days dreaming on high school fields …
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2/4/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Reviving the Church's Mission of Unity in Diversity with Dennae Pierre
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Have you ever felt the tug in your heart for a deeper, more unified Christian church in America? Dennae Pierre joins me as we navigate the complex terrain of faith, confronting the cultural entrapments of individualism and consumerism. Our earnest dialogue traverses the landscape of church reformation, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ…
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1/28/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett. General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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Gospel Beyond Borders with Reverend Tiago Albrecht
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Embark on a transformative journey with Reverend Tiago Albrecht as we explore the pressing need for a resurgence of Biblical foundations in today's Christian church. Delving into the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ, Tiago imparts wisdom on the importance of spiritual connection over material gain. His insights illuminate the path …
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1/21/24 Sermon by Pastor Brett General podcast introduction using "Be Thou My Vision." General podcast outro using "Be Thou My Vision."By Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church
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