#110: How to Write a Sermon: Moving from Task to Sacred Practice
Discover a transformative approach to how to write a sermon with the Rev. Dr. Lisa Cressman, founder of Backstory Preaching.
#109: Ministry Education in Crisis? Why Seminary Leaders Are Actually Hopeful
In this episode of the Pivot Podcast, Luther Seminary President, the Rev. Dr. Robin Steinke, shares how theological education is evolving.
#108: Advent Hope: A Gift We Receive with Rolf Jacobson
Where does Advent hope truly come from? In this special reflection, Professor Rolf Jacobson of Luther Seminary shares how hope isn't something we manufacture but a gift we receive from God.
#107: Church Leadership Q&A: How to Lead Change When Your Congregation Resists
Alicia Granholm, Dwight Zscheile, and Terri Elton address listener-submitted questions about navigating resistance, fostering trust, and discerning God's will in church leadership today
#106: Beer Church and Beyond: Creating Spiritual Community in Breweries, Parks, and Public Spaces
Discover how Beer Church and Trail Church redefine spiritual community in everyday spaces with Bryan Willkom of Jesus Fit.
#105: Reclaiming Advent — Simple Church Activities for Sacred Presence
Rev. Dr. Steve Thomason shares how to simplify Advent with art, stillness, and meaningful spiritual practices.
#104: Can the West Be Converted?
Discover how to move beyond quick fixes and embrace a deeper transformation in your church with Dr. Michael Goheen.
#103: Church Community Building: How a Café Created a Church
Learn practical, inspiring strategies for authentic church community building from scratch with guest Fiona Mayne.
#102: Political Theology Reimagined: Dr. Joel Lawrence on “Sabbath Politics” in a Polarized World
Dr. Joel Lawrence introduces "Sabbath politics" on the Pivot Podcast, guiding church leaders to foster unity and trust in God amid political division.
#101: Reformation Day Wisdom for the 21st Century Church
Commemorate Reformation Day by exploring how Martin Luther's revolutionary insights can transform your ministry!
#100: Church Planting Reimagined: Nick Warnes on Discernment, Adaptability, and Inclusive Leadership
Discover the future of church planting with Nick Warnes, founder of Cyclical Incorporated, in this insightful episode of the Pivot Podcast.
#99: The Future of Church Planting: Innovating for God’s Mission with Len Tang
Discover the future of church planting with expert Len Tang in this eye-opening episode of the Pivot Podcast.
#95: Fresh Expressions of Church and the Mixed Ecology
Discover how Fresh Expressions of Church are transforming the landscape of ministry in this eye-opening episode with Rev. Dr. Dwight Zscheile.
#93: Beyond Church Growth Strategies: Is Innovation a Helpful Category for the Church? (2 of 2)
Dr. Andy Root, Rev. Dr. Michael Binder, and Rev. Dr. Dwight Zscheile suggest true ministry innovation may come from slowing down, not speeding up.
#92: Beyond Church Growth Strategies: Is Innovation a Helpful Category for the Church? (1 of 2)
Is innovation a helpful category for churches seeking to thrive in changing times? (Part 1 of 2)
