Episodes

We have a special God Works Weekly featuring a conversation with Deb Ellinger from Elli's House. Show Notes: Find out more about Elli's House at ellishouse313.com Email Story Ideas to Jheisner@thecenter.info

God Works Weekly shares how a ministry goes to the UK to prepare for mission in the US and how a Minnesota church plant has blessed a long-time church in the Minneapolis. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God’s church and how God is working. This is episode #20 and debuts May 21st, 2025. Show Notes: Email Jeff: jheisner@thecenter.info Find out more about Chuch Doctor Ministries - https://churchdoctorministries.com Rev. Dr. William Utech’s book From Acts to Action is availa...

We check out the success of PLI, share some cool Holy Week resources from Tanner Olson and pray with a fury friend Jango. God Works Weekly highlights the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 14 for April 9, 2025. Show Notes: Find out more about PLI - https://plileadership.org/ Find out more about Tanner Olson and his Holy Week Resources: writtentospeak.com https://www.writtentospeak.com/holy-week?fbclid=IwY2xjawJiNElleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHuwr5vMMxWM-6qGIM1rDlB7mNqrdiciy32vVyF57AqV...

This episode features an unusual form of outreach in Detroit and an update on a fire that took out a Lutheran landmark. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 13 and debuts April 2, 2025. Show Notes: Rev. Trey Sansom video courtesy: Texas District, LCMS Pictures of Saxon Lutheran Memorial - Saxon Lutheran Memorial Facebook For more on Impact Bible Resources - concordiamarket.com/ibr What-cha reading suggestion from Jack Kalleberg: https://www.amazo...

God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today. Show Notes/Content for GWW Bible Sales Surge in 2024 story from: https://www.christianitydaily.com/news/us-sees-22-surge-in-bible-sales-compared-to-last-year.html https://christianresearchnetwork.org/2024/12/04/bible-sales-soar-as-americans-search-for-meaning/ https://www.foxnews.com/media/bible-sales-surge-thanks-fresh-editions-new-buyers-looking-things-feel-more-solid-report-finds T...

God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today. Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 2 Find out how to help the Pacific Southwest District during the wildfires - PSD-LCMS.org Article on Christian College Growth - https://www.christianitytoday.com/2025/01/christian-colleges-continue-enrollment-growth-record/ Find out more about Our Savior Lutheran Church and School - https://www.osva.org/ Check out Lead Time on Concordia Market - http...

God Works Weekly shares the statement from The Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership and some great resources that can help equip us for Kingdom work. This is episode 19 of God Works Weekly and will be released May 14, 2025. Show Notes: Send story ideas to jheisner@thecenter.info Find The Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership at thecenter.info/cmpl Rev. Dr. Bob Newton’s studies are available at: Church at the Crossroads - https://concordiamarket.com/product/the-church-at-the-crossr...

In Episode 4 of God Works Weekly, we look into the topic of discipleship. We hear from Zach Zehnder and Mike Omtvedt on the topic and check out an amazing finish at the Concordia Invitational Tournament. God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today, 1-29, 2025. Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 4 Find the Carey Niewhoff What-cha Reading book link: The Bomber Mafia https://www.amazon.com/Bomber-Mafia-Temptation-Longest-Second/dp/...

This episode features a mission that works to help 2nd generation immigrants become servant-leaders and shares more on the Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 8 and debuts February 26th, 2025. Show Notes: Find out more about Hope for a Second Generation - hope4secondgen.org More on The Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership - thecenter.info/cmpl For more on American Christian Tours - concordiam...

In Episode 5 of God Works Weekly, we check out a thriving immigrant ministry in Lansing, Michigan and meet a woman and her dog that help feed the hungry in Northeast Ohio. God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today, February 5, 2025. Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 5 Find out more about Living Word at https://www.facebook.com/livingword2016 Find the TLC Pamphlets at https://concordiamarket.com/tlc-pamphlets/ What-cha Reading...

This episode features how networks are shaping ministry, training to connect others to Jesus and with some words of encouragement with Nokukhanya Shabalala. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 11 and debuts March 19, 2025. Show Notes: Find out more about the Harvest Partnership - https://www.harvestpartnership.church/ For more information on Multipli - concordiamarket.com/multipli What-cha reading suggestion from Patricia Maier: Collaborating wi...

This episode features a brand new school for pastoral formation and shares work from The Songwriter Initiative. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 7 and debuts February 18th, 2025. Show Notes: For more information on the Center for Missional and Pastoral Formation - https://thecenter.info/cmpl/ For more on ILT - https://ilt.edu/ Check out Concordia Market at concordiamarket.com Find out more about The Songwriter Initiative - https://www.cui.edu...

God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today, 1-22, 2025. Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 3 Find out how to help the Pacific Southwest District during the wildfires - PSD-LCMS.org Article on Pastor Shortage - https://www.barna.com/research/pastoral-succession/ Find out more about Dr. Kristi Kirk - https://www.concordia.edu/about/office-of-the-president-and-ceo/ What-cha Reading book links: Agents of Flourishing - https://www.a...

This episode features Lutheran Hour Ministries' outreach, an older book that shares so much truth today and a word of encouragement from TX District President, Michael Newman. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 15 and debuts April 16, 2025. Show Notes: Pictures Courtesy of LHM.org, Concordia Market and amazon. For more on Rev. Michael Newman - https://txlcms.org/message-from-president-newman/ Find out more about Lutheran Hour Ministries - lhm.o...

This episode shares the story of how reading God's word for the first time changed a woman from Africa. It also explores mission work for aging congregations, and shares resources from TX District President, Michael Newman. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 16 and debuts April 23, 2025. Show Notes: Pictures Courtesy of Lutheran Bible Translators, Concordia Market and amazon. Find out more on The Center - thecenter.info Find out more on The Cen...

God Works Weekly explores a number of unique ministries this week. One is engaging the inner city, while another is getting into the trades. And one mission is bringing the fun to Youth Ministry. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 17 and debuts April 30, 2025. Show Notes: For more on Linc - linc.org For more on Rev. David A. Davis - https://michigandistrict.org/people/rev-david-a-davis/ Information on Actually Fun is available at concordiamarke...

This Week's Show Notes This episode features the joy and challenge of finding leaders in a very diverse church, retooling confirmation class and Rev. Dr. Ben Haupt with some words of encouragement. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 10 and debuts March 12, 2025. Watch the Video Show Notes: Find out more about Prince of Peace - https://popfremont.org/ More on Divine Redeemer - https://www.drlc.org/ For more on EO Tours - concordiamarket.com/...

This Week's Show Notes Show Notes: Find resources at ConcordiaMarket.com Send story ideas to jheisner@thecenter.info For more on the Mission of Christ Network - https://missionofchrist.org/ John Mehl is the Executive Director of the Mission of Christ Network Find out more about LakePointe Church - http://www.lakepointefamily.com/home What-Cha Reading with Charessa Koontz - 17 Questions of God is available at https://www.amazon.com/17-Questions-God-Charessa-Koontz-ebook/dp/B0DP5T8NNN Info and ...

This Week's Show Notes Show Notes: Find out more about Hope for a Second Generation - hope4secondgen.org More on The Center for Missional and Pastoral Leadership - thecenter.info/cmpl For more on American Christian Tours - concordiamarket.com/acts Rev. Dr. Ben Haupt serves as the Executive Director for Pastoral Leadership Institute. What-cha reading suggestions from Rev. Dr. Ben Haupt: Jayber Crow - https://www.amazon.com/Jayber-Crow-Wendell-Berry/dp/1582431604 Leading Through - https://www.a...

This Week's Show Notes This episode features a brand-new school for pastoral formation and shares work from The Songwriter Initiative. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 7 and debuts February 18th, 2025. Show Notes: For more information on the Center for Missional and Pastoral Formation - https://thecenter.info/cmpl/ For more on ILT - https://ilt.edu/ Check out Concordia Market at concordiamarket.com Find out more about The Songwriter Initia...

This Week's Show Notes Hi Guys Here’s the God Works Weekly. We’ve got Noks with a word of encouragement, Pat Maier with What-Cha Reading, and Steve Sohns talking about how Networks can shape Ministry. Watch the Video Topics: This episode features how networks are shaping ministry, training to connect others to Jesus and with some words of encouragement with Nokukhanya Shabalala. God Works Weekly looks at the missions and ministries in God's church. This is episode 11 and debuts March 19, 2...

This Week's Show Notes In Episode 6 of God Works Weekly, we check out innovative ways Pastors are reaching out and the mental health crisis in the church. God Works Weekly tales a look into the missions and ministries of the church and shows how God is working today, February 12, 2025. Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 6 Find out more about the Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast https://careynieuwhof.com/ Here are the 5 Disruptive Church Trends for 2025 https://careynieuwhof.com/church-trend...

This Week's Show Notes Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 5 Find out more about Living Word at https://www.facebook.com/livingword2016 Find the TLC Pamphlets at https://concordiamarket.com/tlc-pamphlets/ What-cha Reading book link: The Story https://www.thestory.com/ Find out more about Mary and Chico: splhungerwarriors.org Check out Most Ministires on Concordia Market - https://concordiamarket.com/most-ministries/ Find MOST Ministries at mostministries.org Learn more about Prepared to Serve f...

This Week's Show Notes Show Notes/Content for GWW Episode 4 Find out more about Carey Nieuwhof: https://careynieuwhof.com/ The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. The YouTube Link with Carey and Zach Zehnder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kIOZTXvFSyk Zach Zehnder's Red Letter Living is available: https://concordiamarket.com/product-category/the-shops/red-letter-living/ What-cha Reading book link: The Bomber Mafia https://www.amazon.com/Bomber-Mafia-...