The Coffee Hour from KFUO Radio

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about what it means to build industry with building relationships, thoughts and ideas, and emotions, how we make time for relationships in our vocations, and what contributes to our feelings of purpose.Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Matt Machemer, Associate Kantor at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, joins Sarah to talk about the themes we hear at the end of the church year, a few of the hymns we sing during this time, and what we learn about our God and the end times in these hymns. Learn about Lutheran Service Book 508, 511, 512, and 516. Find your copy of the Lutheran Service Book Companion to the Hymns at cph.org.

Lisa Clark, Senior Editor for Curriculum Resources with Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Advent resources available this year from CPH, the wonderful "Jesse Tree" theme in the materials, and how families and churches can use these materials. Find all of these resources, including the family activity kit, at cph.org/advent.

Rev. Kevin Robson— Chief Mission Officer of the LCMS, Rev. Steven Briel— Chair of the Board for National Mission for the LCMS, and Rev. Bernhard Seter— Chair of the Board for International Mission for the LCMS, join Andy and Sarah to talk through Resolution 4-04A from the 2019 LCMS Synodical Convention: "To Expand and Strengthen the Input with Which the Synod’s Triennial Mission and Ministry Emphases Are Determined." They discuss what this resolution means for these boards, the mission and ministry planning at the synodical level, and what congregations can expect to see in the coming year.Find the 2019 Convention Proceedings at here.

Grant and Sarah De Jong join Andy and Sarah during the Adoption Stories series to talk about what made adoption important to them, the process of their adoption of a child with Down Syndrome, and what they learned in this experience that would be helpful to other families considering adoption. Learn more about Lutheran Family Service of Iowa at lutheranfamilyservice.org, and find Lutheran Family and Children Services in your area at lcms.org/rso and search keyword "adoption."

Chaplain Eric Malmstrom— US Navy, retired, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about his path to becoming a Chaplain in the Armed Forces, the stories of difficult and rewarding times in the service, and how we can support our military veterans. Read more about his story at blogs.lcms.org/2020/christ-on-the-front-lines-remembering-the-fallen and view photos of his retirement ceremony at facebook.com/MinistryArmedForces.LCMS/posts/3373535976048896.Learn more about LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces and becoming a chaplain at lcms.org/armedforces.

Deaconess Heidi Goehmann, LCSW, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about industry and purpose, industry versus inferiority, identity and vocation, and finding our identity and purpose in Christ.Hear Mental Health Mondays each Monday at 9am CT! Find all episode with the tag "Mental Health Monday." View Deaconess Heidi's Mental Health Playlist on Youtube and find all of her writings at heidigoehmann.com.

Dr. John Lennox, professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Oxford and internationally renowned speaker and author, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Against the Tide documentary, how we can approach conversations about science and faith, the connections between science and faith, and why it's important to ask questions and be curious. Learn more about Against the Tide at againstthetide.movie and find tickets for limited Fathom Event Nov. 19 and 23 at fathomevents.com/events/against-the-tide.About Against the Tide: Against the Tide is a new feature-length documentary on the life, work, and mission of legendary University of Oxford professor, mathematician, and philosopher Dr. John Lennox. Lennox has devoted a lifetime in a rigorous investigation of the critical question “Do science and history refute the validity of the Bible and the Christian worldview?” In Against the Tide, veteran Hollywood actor and director Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead, Let There Be Light) outlines some of the most challenging accusations that science makes against scripture. Through compelling conversations and visual explorations, Professor Lennox sets the record straight, as he stands against the tide of disinformation and proclaims the undeniable Truth. Created by Pensmore Films, Against the Tide takes viewers on a journey from Oxford to Israel as Lennox and Sorbo unpack theological and scientific evidence of God, culminating in the Holy Land to experience the verifiable evidence about the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Viewers will be educated, informed, and edified in their faith, giving them the confidence and tools to defend their own faith as they also stand Against The Tide.About John C Lennox: Dr. John Lennox, professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Oxford, is an internationally renowned speaker and author. His books, which span the fields of science, philosophy, and religion, include God’s Undertaker: Has Science Buried God?, God and Stephen Hawking, Can Science Explain Everything?, Gunning for God, Where Is God In A Coronavirus World? and, 2084: Artificial Intelligence, the Future of Humanity, and the God Question. Prof. Lennox has traveled the world defending the rationality of Christianity and belief in God, and has debated some of the world’s most prominent atheists, including Richard Dawkins, Christopher Hitchens, and Peter Singer. Throughout, Lennox stands firm: “Properly understood, the evidence inexorably points to the existence of a creator God.”

Kevin Sorbo, Actor, most widely known for his role as Hercules in the 1990’s TV series 'Hercules: The Legendary Journeys,' joins Andy and Sarah to talk about Against the Tide documentary and Faith Under Fire film, why he is a part of these projects about sharing our Christian faith, and what he hopes people gain from these productions. Learn more about Against the Tide at againstthetide.movie and find tickets for limited Fathom Event Nov. 19 and 23 at fathomevents.com/events/against-the-tide. Learn more about Faith Under Fire, opening Nov. 27 - Dec. 1, at faithunderfirefilm.com.About Against the Tide: Against the Tide is a new feature-length documentary on the life, work, and mission of legendary University of Oxford professor, mathematician, and philosopher Dr. John Lennox. Lennox has devoted a lifetime in a rigorous investigation of the critical question “Do science and history refute the validity of the Bible and the Christian worldview?” In Against the Tide, veteran Hollywood actor and director Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, God’s Not Dead, Let There Be Light) outlines some of the most challenging accusations that science makes against scripture. Through compelling conversations and visual explorations, Professor Lennox sets the record straight, as he stands against the tide of disinformation and proclaims the undeniable Truth. Created by Pensmore Films, Against the Tide takes viewers on a journey from Oxford to Israel as Lennox and Sorbo unpack theological and scientific evidence of God, culminating in the Holy Land to experience the verifiable evidence about the life and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Viewers will be educated, informed, and edified in their faith, giving them the confidence and tools to defend their own faith as they also stand Against The Tide.About Faith Under Fire: After an exhausting night saving a young girl from a raging house fire, Fireman Tom Hatcher is at the end of his rope. He couldn’t save his wife from cancer – and worse yet – his six year old daughter, Tiffany, is now facing the same possible fate. When he finds himself in a cold jail cell after attacking a pastor out of frustration with a seemingly absent God, Tom begins to reflect on his downward spiral into despair. But with the help and persistent friendship of the very man he assaulted, Tom is challenged to face his grief and embrace faith in the darkest hours of his life.About Kevin Sorbo: In 1993, Kevin Sorbo emerged as a full-fledged international TV star when he was cast as the lead role of Hercules in a series of TV films that would lay the groundwork for the immensely popular series, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys. He also guest-starred as Hercules in episodes of the successful spin-off series Xena: Warrior Princess as well as providing his voice to the animated Hercules films.In 1997 Sorbo accepted his first leading film role in the fantasy action feature Kull the Conqueror. Along the way, he played characters in video games such as Mortal Kombat 4, God of War and The Conduit.He guest-starred on the sitcom "Two and a Half Men" and played a recurring role on the final season of "The O.C.." In addition to his work onscreen, Sorbo now also produces films, recently serving as Executive Producer and star of the movie Abel's Field. Currently he is promoting his upcoming feature film Faith Under Fire, and the theatrical release for his documentary Against the Tide.When asked about Against the Tide, Sorbo says, “I am frequently berated by Hollywood compatriots for my Christian faith. Bringing Against The Tide to the screen seemed a great opportunity to learn how to respond from a master in turning the atheist manifesto on its head. Furthermore, I get to appear as ‘myself!’”Besides his successful career in entertainment, Sorbo has always devoted a hearty portion of his time to causes he believes in. In 2005 he was named successor to Arnold Schwarzenegger as the national spokesperson for The Afterschool Alliance, a nonprofit working to ensure that all children have access to quality after school programs, and since ‘97 Kevin has donated his time as the spokesperson for the non-profit organization, A World Fit For Kids. Sorbo recently authored the widely praised book, "True Strength," that recounts the painful recovery from serious health setbacks that changed his life during his Hercules years. He married actress Sam Jenkins, whom he met during her guest appearance on Hercules in 1998. They have three children together, Braeden, Shane and Octavia.

Carol Buckman, Advisor for Education Ministries with Christian Friends of New Americans (CFNA), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how CFNA welcomes new neighbors to their community, how CFNA has made a difference for someone new to United States, and how virtual trivia nights will benefit CFNA. Learn more, bid on auction items, and register for trivia at cfna-stl.org/trivia-night.Online Virtual Trivia Benefits Youth & Family Ministry to refugees and immigrants.November 7 and 14, 2020Registration Deadline is November 5 or when full, so register NOW!6:30 p.m. CST – CFNA “Around the World” Entertainment7:00 p.m. CST – Trivia begins$20/person $160/team of eight (seminary students are free)