Episode 142: Logan sits down with Pastor Russell Johnson from The Pursuit NW share how he handles criticism, his transition from politics to pastor, and what excited him about the next generation.
Episode 141: Dr. Joel Muddamalle joins Logan to talk about building our theology framework, working with multiple denominations and how we we can apply theology in our daily life.
Episode 140: Katherine Wolf join Logan to share her miraculous story of surviving a stroke, and how she had to relearn to eat, speak and walk. She encourages listeners that despite your circumstances, suffering may be a greater gift than you realize.
Episode 139: This week Logan is joined by Pastor Ebenezer Endiryas, host of "Shaping The Culture" podcast, to discuss growing up in an Ethiopian church, being a single pastor, church planting and his history in podcasting
Talking Church Episode 138: On this week's episode Logan is joined by Pastor Rob Ketterling. They discuss the tension between striving for success and maintaining humility, the importance of mentorship, and the dangers of entitlement.
Talking Church Episode 137: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan is joined by Thomas Pannikar. Thomas shares his journey of stepping out of full time ministry and going into the marketplace.They discuss identity struggles faced by pastors and the challenges of balancing their roles as spiritual leaders with their personal sense of self. They emphasize the importance of separating one’s identity from their job title and focusing on the broader calling of serving God and others.
Talking Church Episode 136: This week’s episode of the podcast is a breakout session from River Valley Conference. Executive Pastors Kirk Graham and Chris Book sit down with CFO Steve Chaney to talk about how to lead at an executive level. They discuss the church's operational and strategic framework, focusing on how the leadership team interacts and supports Pastor Rob's global mission.
Talking Church Episode 135: This week’s episode is Dr. Allen Tennison’s breakout session from River Valley Conference talking about the theology of work and rest. He elaborates on the importance of work in Christian theology, emphasizing that work is not merely a task to be avoided or escaped but an extension of God's work
Talking Church Episode 134: This week's episode is Pastor Terry Parkman's breakout session from River Valley Conference. He emphasizes the need to adapt ministry and educational models to engage effectively with Gen Alpha, who are growing up in a world dominated by rapid technological advancements.
Talking Church Episode 133: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Pastor Kirby Sato. Pastor Kirby and Logan discuss Kirby’s upbringing and how the Lord transformed his life. Kirby talks about a divine encounter with Christians who were worshipping on the streets that changed his life.
Talking Church Episode 132: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan is joined by Jackie Brewster. They discuss the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's behavioral patterns. They talk about how behaviors are not intrinsic to who we are but are learned responses that can be changed.
Talking Church Episode 131: On this week's episode Logan is joined by Dr. Allen Tennison. They discuss how modern churches manage tithing, the importance of transparency in church finances, and the role of the church in supporting its members and the broader community.
Talking Church Episode 130: On this week's episode Logan was joined by Jonsal and Jenna Barrientes from Elevation Worship live at River Valley Conference. They discuss the importance of flexibility, collaboration, and authenticity when it comes to leading worship.
Logan was joined by Pastor Rob Ketterling, Pastor Samuel Rodriguez, and Dr. Allen Tennison for this episode that was filmed live at River Valley Conference on Tuesday, July 9. They discuss how we as the church can prepare for the upcoming election and be the salt and light to this world. Even though this was filmed before the tragic events unfolded this past weekend, we felt the words shared in this episode remain true. Let's pray for the families of the victims involved and pray that these even...
Talking Church Episode 128: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan was joined by the CEO of Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge. The rehab center is the largest Teen Challenge program in the world. It is also the largest treatment facility in Minnesota. They discuss the drug crisis that is ongoing today.
Talking Church Episode 127: Pastor Rob joins Logan on this week’s episode of the podcast. They discuss accountability with your spouse, family, elders, staff members, your congregation, and more. We hope you feel inspired, informed, and ready to live with accountability in place!
Talking Church Episode 126: On this week's episode Logan is joined by Pastor Kirk Graham and Pastor Terry Parkman. They dive into the dynamic balance between visionary planning and spontaneous action in ministry. They discuss the importance of strategic foresight, the role of faith in decision-making, and the practical aspects of launching new initiatives.
Talking Church Episode 125: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Pastors Drew Snead and Katie LeBlanc. They discuss innovative strategies to engage parents in their children's spiritual journey. Katie and Drew share practical methods that help bridge the gap between church and home, ensuring parents are equipped to lead and nurture their children's faith.
Talking Church Episode 124: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Dr. Linda Seiler who is the executive director of ReStory Ministries. Linda felt like a boy trapped in a female’s body growing up and she discusses the transformation within her life because of Christian discipleship.
Talking Church Episode 123: Logan is joined by Pastor Rob on this week’s episode. They talk about the challenges of maintaining religious freedom in today’s culture and the balance between faith and political involvement.
Talking Church Episode 122: On this week’s episode, Logan is joined by Pastor Aaron Burke and his assistant Brandon Martinelli from Radiant Church. They talk about the strategy that has gone into growing Pastor Aaron’s social platform over the last year.
This week’s episode of the podcast is a message from Pastor Rob that he preached at this year’s ARC Conference. “You can go as fast as you were created as long as you keep your inheritance with you!”
Talking Church Episode 120: On this week’s episode Logan is joined by Pastor Daralee Utecht. They discuss the invaluable lessons learned while serving in various capacities within ministry, emphasizing the importance of humility, service, and recognizing God's calling in every season.
Talking Church Episode 119: Logan is joined by Worship Pastors Ryan Williams and Canaan Baca on this week’s episode. They discuss writing worship music, navigating the tension between authenticity and performance, and if it matters how worship leaders dress.
Talking Church Episode 118: On this week’s episode of the podcast Logan is joined by Pastor Rob and Joe Anderson. Joe and Pastor Rob open up about their tumultuous journey from estrangement to reconciliation. They discuss the power of forgiveness and the beauty of restored friendships.
Episode 117: Pastor & Evangelist Micah MacDonald sits down with Logan to talk about Generation Z and the importance of understanding who is coming and what is coming as a leader. Pastor Micah brings some startling statistics to the conversation.
Talking Church Episode 116: This week’s episode of the podcast is a rewind to last year’s River Valley Conference. Nathan Finochio talks about why we exist as a church. We exist to worship God! If you want to watch the video from River Valley Conference you can find it on YouTube!
Talking Church Episode 115: Logan is joined by Alisha Gelhar and Portia Allen, who are the founders of Imago Dei on this week's episode. They discuss the ways that River Valley Church has avoided DEI pitfalls. "You might not always know what to do, but there is always a way forward!"
Talking Church Episode 114: Logan is joined by two members of River Valley’s film team to talk about the behind-the-scenes of the behind-the-scenes team. They explore the nuances of project management, the delicate balance between humor and seriousness in storytelling, and the strategies for preparing volunteers to share their stories authentically on camera.
Talking Church Episode 113: Logan is joined by Dr. Gail Ferguson to talk about the impact media has on children's development. They discuss the role of parents in guiding their child's media consumption. The episode also dives into the nuances of social media usage, highlighting its effects on mental health and the importance of fostering media literacy skills. *The views expressed in this podcast episode are solely the responsibility of speakers and do not represent the official views of the Un...
