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Why do so many of us get nervous when public speaking? Communication expert Lawrence Bernstein says the key to dealing with the pressure is as simple as having a casual chat. He introduces the "coffee shop test" as a way to help you overcome nerves, connect with your audience and deliver a message that truly resonates. After the talk, Modupe explains a similar approach in academia called the "Grandma test," and how public speaking can be as simple as a conversation with grandma. Want to help shape TED’s shows going forward? Fill out our survey ! Become a TED Member today at ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Collection of our weekly sermons.

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#Religion #WSCongo #Katherine Willis Pershey

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Ep. 17 Curious Kids Faithful Answers 3:18

4 days ago3:18

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Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: What made you want to be part of this Church? What's the funniest thing to ever happen to you during a Church Service? Are you a Curious Kid with Questions? Click the link below to submit your questions online with your parents' permission. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Curious Kids, Faithful Answers Podcast - First Congregational Church of Western Springs⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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June 1, 2025 - Sermon 12:51

5 days ago12:51

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Rich will preach the last installment in his sermon series on prayer. You do not need to have heard the first three, as each sermon stands alone. In this one, Rich asks the question, “does prayer work?“We will celebrate the sacrament of Communion and receive the gift of music from the strings at the Western Springs School of Talent Education.Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEh8YsmRWEs ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEh8YsmRWEs&t=2438s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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Words & Music - May 2025 - Gratitude - Rev. Rich Kirchherr 4:36

9 days ago4:36

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Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. For the Last Words & Music of the 2024-25 Season presents: KirchhFest Join us in Plymouth Hall for a joyful Celebration of Rev. Rich Kirchherr's 40+ years of faithful service and leadership! We're sending him off in style-with live music, big laughs, and plenty of love. Whether you've known him for decades or just want to be part of something special, come share joy (and maybe a few Hallelujahs) at KirchhFest! Words & Music will return in September for Our 2025-26 Season. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BANDWITH CHICAGO⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago’s East Garfield Park neighborhood, Bandwith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities. Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wscongo.org/music/⁠…

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Words & Music - May 2025 - Learning and Embarrassment - Rev. Rich Kirchherr 9:15

9 days ago9:15

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Words & Music - May 2025 - Wise Hearts - Rev. Rich Kirchherr 5:26

9 days ago5:26

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Our Words & Music Podcast brings the Words of our speakers directly to you in podcast format. For the Last Words & Music of the 2024-25 Season presents: KirchhFest Join us in Plymouth Hall for a joyful Celebration of Rev. Rich Kirchherr's 40+ years of faithful service and leadership! We're sending him off in style-with live music, big laughs, and plenty of love. Whether you've known him for decades or just want to be part of something special, come share joy (and maybe a few Hallelujahs) at KirchhFest! Words & Music will return in September for Our 2025-26 Season. All are welcome to join us at the intersection of pop culture and faith! Our monthly Words & Music programs take place typically on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday of the month at 5PM in Plymouth Hall from September to May! During these popular services, All In features songs interspersed with personal stories from guest speakers on a unique theme, and at every performance, a free will offering is collected to support ⁠⁠⁠⁠BANDWITH CHICAGO⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Founded in 2015, BandWith is a Chicago-based non-profit organization whose mission is to provide lasting access to high quality music and performing arts instruction to underserved Chicago communities. Beginning in Chicago’s East Garfield Park neighborhood, Bandwith is now providing free access to programs around dance, drumline, instrumental, choral ensemble and sound engineering activities. Find more of our Musical opportunities by going to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.wscongo.org/music/⁠…

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May 25, 2025 - Sermon 13:11

12 days ago13:11

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This Sunday we’ll hear how the Lord opened Lydia’s heart to listen to Paul’s preaching. Al Pedersen will be our soloist, and weather permitting we’ll gather for Holy Grounds on the front lawn. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUzigPYYzho ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUzigPYYzho&t=2412s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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May 18, 2025 - Sermon 13:52

19 days ago13:52

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Join us for worship as we hear Jesus share his commandment to love one another. It sounds so easy doesn’t it? Meredith’s sermon will explore this great commandment and why it’s so challenging to live into. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7L3YxwdgHE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7L3YxwdgHE&t=2123s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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May 11, 2025 - Sermon 11:26

26 days ago11:26

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This Sunday promises to be a special one in worship! We'll hear a heartfelt Mother’s Day reflection from graduating senior Alex Mudd, and a baccalaureate reflection from fellow senior Grace Whittingham. Rev. Rich Kirchherr will also deliver the final message in his sermon series on prayer—each sermon stands on its own, so it’s a perfect time to join in.Come and worship with us as we celebrate, reflect, and grow together in this vibrant community of faith. Link to Livestream: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AETDaD7o6DA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AETDaD7o6DA&t=2460s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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Ep. 16 Curious Kids Faithful Answers 4:28

5 weeks ago4:28

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Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: What is the difference between God and Jesus? Do you know all the stories in the Bible? Are you a Curious Kid with Questions? Click the link below to submit your questions online with your parents' permission. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Curious Kids, Faithful Answers Podcast - First Congregational Church of Western Springs⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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May 4, 2025 - Sermon 13:45

5 weeks ago13:45

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Rev. Dr. Richard Kirchherr will continue with his theme of prayer. preach on the theme of prayer. Too often our prayers are recitations of our burdens ir challenges in life, and not often enough are our prayers about blessings or for others. Rich will consider the Lord’s Prayer and why we pray debts and others pray trespasses. Link to Livestream: ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w1AAdeFpIU ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8w1AAdeFpIU&t=2370s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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Ep. 15 Curious Kids Faithful Answers 3:06

6 weeks ago3:06

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Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Faith Leaders is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Senior Associate Minister Rev. Meredith Onion (meredith@wscongo.org) a question that curious kids are wondering about. Question this episode are: What is your favorite way to talk to God? What made you want to be a pastor? Are you a Curious Kid with Questions? Click the link below to submit your questions online with your parents' permission. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Curious Kids, Faithful Answers Podcast - First Congregational Church of Western Springs⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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April 27, 2025 - Sermon 12:10

6 weeks ago12:10

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Rev. Dr. Rich Kirchherr will explore several kinds of prayers over the next two weeks — including the Lord’s Prayer and why some pray “debts” while others pray “trespasses” (on May 4). As we step into the post-Easter season, let us begin by reflecting on our life of prayer with God. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8ZNaCgw5TI ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8ZNaCgw5TI&t=3080s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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Ep. 14 Curious Kids Faithful Answers 4:32

6 weeks ago4:32

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Welcome to our Audio Podcast "Curious Kids Faithful Answers". Where one of Our Staff is asked questions by our Youth seeking Faithful Answers. This week we ask Our Interim Associate Minister Rev. Kathryn Price (kathryn@wscongo.org) questions that curious kids are wondering about. Questions this episode are: What is the difference to Catholicism and our church? Who initially wrote the stories in the Bible? Where did they come from? Are you a Curious Kid with Questions? Click the link below to submit your questions online with your parents' permission. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Curious Kids, Faithful Answers Podcast - First Congregational Church of Western Springs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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April 20, 2025 - Easter Sermon 14:51

7 weeks ago14:51

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On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the good news that Christ is Risen. On the highest of holy days in the Christian year, we remember the Resurrection in story and song, glorify God with special music, and cover the cross with colorful flowers. Link to Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo2o_jv_tF0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Link to Start of Sermon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wo2o_jv_tF0&t=1790s If you are new to our faith community and are interested in learning more, please go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to First Congo Online - First Congregational Church of Western Springs…

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April 13, 2025 - Sermon 13:50

8 weeks ago13:50