102: Dr. Gerald Kieschnick on Leading the LCMS Through the 9/11 Terrorist Attack, Why Unity Still Matters, and How the LCMS Can Walk Together in the Future

Sep 23, 2025

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Dr. Gerald Kieschnick, the 12th president of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, reflects on his years of leadership, how he led through the 9/11 terrorist attack, what he has learned about unity in the church, and why the next generation needs courageous, faithful leaders more than ever. To learn more about the podcast or access the show notes, visit www.redletterpodcast.com.

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