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  Word and Work Session 26

  Dale Meyer, Christoph Barnbrock, and Chrisitian Neddens

  In this episode, Dr. Dale Meyer is joined by two distinguished professors from Lutherische Theologische Hochschule, Oberursel, Germany: Dr. Christian Neddens, professor of Systematic Theology, and Dr. Christoph Barnbrock, rector and professor of Practical Theology.

  Neddens and Barnbrock talk about the close ties between our two institutions, including the exchange program. Both professors describe the seminary process in Germany, the structure of the Church and the challenges and possibilities for the Gospel today. Rounding out the episode is a recording of Dr. Neddens’ recent sermon that he gave at the Seminary’s Chapel of St. Timothy and St. Titus.

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  Word and Work Session 27

  Dale Meyer and Kou Seying

  In this episode of Word and Work: An Intersection, Dr. Dale Meyer is joined by Rev. Kou Seying, associate dean for Urban and Cross-Cultural Ministry, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, to talk about cross-cultural ministry. Seying reveals the important implications of second-generation immigrant students entering the seminary next school year, and the ever-increasing ministry opportunities Christians have with immigrant communities. Seying also shares his journey to pastoral ministry that began in the mountains of Laos.

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  Word and Work Session 28

  Dale Meyer and David Peter

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer interviews Dr. David Peter, dean of faculty and professor of Practical Theology, about his new book, Maximizing the Midsize Church: Effective Leadership for Fruitful Mission and Ministry with Kregel Publications. The two men highlight the specific needs of the midsize churches — congregations with an average worship attendance of 150 to 400 — in the handbook for pastors and church staff. Later in the audio program, Dr. David R. Schmitt, the Gregg H. Benidt Memorial Professor of Homiletics and Literature, chats with Assistant Professor of Practical Theology Dr. Peter Nafzger about a chapel sermon in a Preacher’s Studio segment.

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  Word and Work Session 29

  Dale Meyer and Travis Scholl

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer interviews Dr. Travis Scholl, managing editor of Concordia Journal and Seminary Publications, about his role at the Seminary as well as with the Seminary’s Faith and Writing Workshop and Continuing Education offerings. Scholl is one of the presenters at the writing workshop, set for July 30-Aug. 1, 2019. The Faith and Writing Workshop explores various forms of creative writing — starting a blog, creating a sermon or devotion, “traditional” forms of creative writing (story, nonfiction, drama, poetry) — and everything in between. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 31

  Dale Meyer and Ronald Rall

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer interviews Dr. Ronald Rall, retired pastor of Timothy Lutheran Church in St. Louis and missionary to Papua New Guinea, about his life and ministry and the many experiences he has had over the years in Papua New Guinea, where he continues to teach at the seminary. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 32

  Dale Meyer and James Marriott

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer chats with Dr. James Marriott, the Seminary’s director of Musical Arts and the Kreft Chair for Music Arts, about the annual Concordia Seminary Concert Series, the musical offerings at the Seminary and the importance of music in the life of the church. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 33

  Dale Meyer and Leopoldo Sanchez

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer dives into the new book Sculptor Spirit: Models of Sanctification from Spirit Christology (InterVarsity Press) with its author, Dr. Leopoldo A. Sánchez M. Sánchez is the Werner R. H. and Elizabeth R. Krause Professor of Hispanic Ministries, professor of Systematic Theology and the director of the Center for Hispanic Studies at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. Sculptor Spirit considers the role of God’s Spirit in the life and mission of Jesus. The book also outlines five distinct models of sanctification that can help Christians discern how the Spirit is at work in our lives. Find the book at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 34

  Dale Meyer and Peter Nafzger

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer explores the topic of preaching with Assistant Professor Dr. Peter Nafzger, whose research and teaching focuses on homiletics. The two men delve into an article Nafzger wrote in the Concordia Journal Winter 2019 issue, “The Preacher as Worldmaker: Reflections on the Nature and Purpose of Christian Preaching.” Find the issue at The Preacher as Worldmaker: Reflections on the Nature and Purpose of Christian Preaching. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 35

  Dale Meyer and David Schmitt

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer explores the topic of “devotion” and “devoted” with Dr. David Schmitt, the Gregg H. Benidt Memorial Professor of Homiletics and Literature. Schmitt is a plenary speaker at the Seminary’s 30th Annual Theological Symposium, with the theme “Devoted: (Re)Forming the Devotional Life” Sept. 17-18, 2019. Additionally, in the audio-only segment, hear from Associate Professor of Historical Theology Dr. Timothy Dost from a presentation he gave on Martin Luther’s Heidelberg Disputation from the 2018 Theological Symposium. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 36

  Dale Meyer and Jeffrey Kloha

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer receives a virtual walk through the Museum of the Bible floor-by-floor with former Seminary Provost Dr. Jeff Kloha, now serving as the chief curatorial officer at the Washington, D.C., museum. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 37

  Dale Meyer and Gregory Seltz

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks religious liberty with Dr. Gregory Seltz, executive director of the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty in Washington, D.C. LLCRL is a religious Liberty organization in Washington D.C. The center provides input, education, advice, advocacy and resources in the areas of religious liberty, life and marriage. It seeks to establish partnerships and resources in our nation’s Capital for the sake of our churches, schools, universities, and seminaries. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 38

  Dale Meyer and Kent Burreson

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer discusses all things worship with Dean of Chapel Dr. Kent Burreson. The two men also discuss a worship grant project aimed at exploring congregations with successful catechumenate programs. Read more about the Seminary’s grant here: Concordia Seminary receives worship grant. Learn more at Concordia Theology

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  Word and Work Session 39

  Dale Meyer and Will Schumacher

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer delves into the topic of missions with Dr. Will Schumacher, the mission professor of Historical Theology, director of the Institute for Mission Studies and the Buehner-Duesenberg Professor of Missions at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. The two men discuss Schumacher’s time at the Seminary and his experience as a missionary in Botswana, Africa. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 40

  Dale Meyer and Timothy Saleska

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks with Dr. Timothy Saleska, dean of Ministerial Formation, about Saleska’s family history in ministry, the importance of Old Testament and the Psalms, and how the Holy Spirit has brought students to the Seminary. The two men also chat about the importance of physical health of students and Preachers Basketball in which Saleska serves as the head coach, as well as Saleska’s presentation during the 2019 Theology Symposium about the Psalms and the devotional life. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 41

  Dale Meyer and Benjamin Haupt

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis President Dr. Dale A. Meyer delves into the topic of recruiting and the need for more church workers with our new Associate Provost Dr. Benjamin Haupt, assistant professor Practical Theology. In the audio version, also hear a recent chapel sermon from Haupt about having hope and living a devoted life to Christ. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 42

  Dale Meyer, David Benson, Michael Neidow, and Jonathan Rockey

  In this special alumni version of Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer discusses the ups and downs of ministry with three longtime pastors and alums: Dr. David Benson (’79, ’18), Rev. Michael Neidow (’84) and Dr. Jonathan Rockey (’79, ’09) on the heels of the 2019 Alumni Reunion. In the audio version of the program, also hear a chapel sermon by Rev. Rodney Otto (’69). Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 43

  Dale Meyer and Thomas Zelt

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks with Dr. Thomas “Tom” Zelt, pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Fremont, Calif., about the Seminary course, "Exegesis and Teaching from a Biblical Context.” For seven years, Zelt has taught the course about Israel and led students on a trip there.. The on-site study, which is offered once a year during the summer term, equips students with an understanding of the stories in the Bible in their geographic, historic and cultural settings. Anonymous donors make the trip possible for students taking the class. In the audio version of the program, listen to part of the class. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 44

  Dale Meyer and Richard Lischer

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks theology and ministry with Seminary alum Dr. Richard Lischer (’69), professor emeritus of Duke University. In the audio version of the program, listen to a chapel sermon by Rev. Dar Karsten, also from the class of 1969. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 45

  Dale Meyer and Douglas Rutt

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer talks with Provost Dr. Douglas L. Rutt about his background, his duties as provost and cross-cultural ministry. In the audio version, also hear a chapel sermon from Rutt. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 46

  Dale Meyer and Rick Marrs

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer chats with Dr. Richard “Rick” Marrs, director of the Master of Divinity and Residential Alternate Route Programs and associate professor Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. The two men discuss ministry and counseling, including Marrs’ new book, Making Christian Counseling More Christ Centered. The book is available from WestBow Press in softcover for $19.95, hardcover for $35.95 and e-book for $4.99. A majority of royalties from purchases made through WestBow Press and the Concordia Seminary Campus Store will be donated to DOXOLOGY and the Christian care organization Ambassadors of Reconciliation. The book also is available from the Ambassadors of Reconciliation. In the audio version, also hear two chapel sermons sermon 1 and sermon 2 from Marrs. Learn more at Concordia Theology

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  Word and Work Session 47

  Dale Meyer and Kenneth Haugk

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer chats with Dr. Kenneth Haugk, founder and executive director of Stephen Ministries. Stephen Ministry is the one-to-one lay caring ministry that takes place in congregations that use the Stephen Series system. Stephen Ministry congregations equip and empower lay caregivers to provide high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting. In the audio version, hear from those who have been involved with Stephen Ministry. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 48

  Dale Meyer, Kent Burreson, and David Schmitt

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer explores the new stained glass windows that are being installed in the Chapel of St. Timothy and St. Titus thanks to a generous gift from the Eugene E. and Nell S. Fincke Memorial Trust with project committee members, Dr. Kent Burreson and Dr. David Schmitt. Burreson is the dean of chapel and Schmitt is the Gregg H. Benidt Memorial Professor of Homiletics and Literature, both at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. The chapel is now slated to have stained glass installed in all windows, as originally planned when the chapel was constructed. Find all of the details about the new chapel stained glass windows at https://www.csl.edu/chapel. In the audio segment, listen to a recent chapel sermon from Schmitt. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 49

  Dale Meyer and Peter Nafzger

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer explores the topic of confirmation with Dr. Peter Nafzger, assistant professor of Practical Theology and director of Student Life at the Seminary. The two men discuss the alarming number of children who stop attending church after confirmation. Nafzger explains how his former congregation created a new confirmation process to try and deepen the ties of children to their faith. “Confirmation should serve the holistic formation of the Christian and bring them into the Christian life as it’s manifested in the church,” he says. “We can do it and we’ve got to.” In the audio version, also hear a recent chapel sermon from Nafzger. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 50

  Dale Meyer and Kelly Schumacher

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer explores the topic of the arts with Kelly Schumacher, founder of Agnus Dei Liturgical Arts in St. Louis, which has the goal of reestablishing classical religious art in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Learn more about Agnus Dei. In the audio version, hear an interview with participants from the Seminary’s first Faith and Film Festival, held in January 2020. Learn more at Concordia Theology.

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  Word and Work Session 51

  Dale Meyer, Timothy Saleska, and David Lewis

  In Word and Work: An Intersection, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, President Dr. Dale A. Meyer breaks down the creation of the Seminary’s first Faith and Film Festival, held in January 2020, and the importance of film in communicating the Good News with Dr. Timothy Saleska and Rev. David Lewis. Both Seminary professors served as presenters at the festival. “I think it’s good for Christians and Christian pastors to interact with the culture,” said Lewis, assistant professor of Exegetical Theology. “We should know the people to whom we are bringing the Gospel.” In the audio version, also hear from the co-creators of the festival, Heather Choate Davis and Rev. Jacob Wampfler. Learn more at Concordia Theology.