First Lutheran Podcast

Oct 11 2024 18 ep. 19 mins

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Welcome to the First Lutheran Church podcast, produced by First Lutheran Church in Janesville, Wisconsin. We are a congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, who are seeking to “embrace Love’s adventure” together. In this podcast series we explore some of the contours of that adventure through conversations with friends and members of the community who are on the journey with us. We’re glad you’ve joined us!

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Jason Coon: Kindness in the Corners

Oct 11 2024 13 mins

Let me introduce Jason Coon. He’s been on staff for a decade and you likely have not had the privilege of meeting this introvert. Enjoy this podcast with Jason and the next time you see him around ask what he has on rotation.

4 Kids, 13 Pets, and 1 PHD

Sep 25 2024 19 mins

Arwen Twitchett works in the First Lutheran Office to keep the financials in order but that’s just the tip of the melting iceberg. Listen in as Arwen, mother of 4 and a PHD in something Renee can’t remember, shares about parenting, faith, and preserving our natural resources.

At the Heart of Jude Tropp

Jun 03 2024 22 mins

You know Jude Tropp. He works hard to maintain the building at First Lutheran. Did you know he also maintains excellent relationships, fosters an environment where all people are treated with respect, sings like an angel, and has a kick butt collection of lunch boxes. Check out this month’s podcast where Jude shares his heart along with a few tears. Yes, we made each other cry. E

Aubrey McMeen: A Passion for Life

Mar 20 2024 22 mins

Listen in as First Lutheran staff member, Aubrey McMeen, shares her passion for life, her thoughts on parenting, and considers the silent H in herbs.

Loving Well: An Interview with Michael Palmer

Feb 21 2024 19 mins

Who can you find in the river, in a tree, or in the sound booth at First Lutheran? It’s Michael Palmer and no matter where you find him he will likely be wearing a huge goofy grin. He will be happy to talk to you about the goings on at the old brewery or the state of the river. In this podcast, we hear about Michael’s faith and how he loves others well. Enjoy.

Faith, mentors, service trips, and student life with Willow Gravert

Dec 23 2023 19 mins

Willow is an upper-level high school student at a local high school. Join Renee and Willow as they discuss the importance of mentors, service, and loving God well.

A Place of Grace

Nov 16 2023 28 mins

Jessi Garvin is a young adult and long time time member at First Lutheran. She enjoys learning and loving people exactly the way they are. Listen in as Jessi shares her experience of learning and living faith with her First Lutheran church family.

Getting to Know Violinist Extraordinaire Zachary Peterson

Oct 04 2023 27 mins

Amy Hartsough and Zach Peterson chat about real life in music, Lego violins, and the use of social media in music promotion.

Canoeing the Mountains - Episode 5: Change will impact leaders first

Sep 02 2023 16 mins

As the church of the 21st century goes "off map," writes Bolsinger, "those on the margins are ahead of those who were dominant figures in the older world." Effective leaders will listen well and include more voices in the conversation, especially voices of those on the margins, where new wisdom is to be found.

Canoeing the Mountains - Episode 4: Transformation is needed, but expect sabotage

Sep 02 2023 13 mins

Systems prefer equilibrium and seek to return to the status quo, so intentional change inevitably produces some kind of pushback from the system. Leaders should be prepared for sabotage -- this is not a personal attack but the system in discomfort, seeking relief. The healthy response is to stay the course and stay connected to those who are opposed to change or who are experiencin