Chatting With the Bishop

04/12/21 • 47 min

So...I forgot to hit record! I left in the outtake! Take Two! In this episode Pastor Dan Smail and Wendy Farone chat with Bishop Kurt Kusserow serving the Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod. Discussion focuses on what a synod is and does and how it fulfills the mission "To serve, connect & equip ELCA congregations in southwestern Pennsylvania to tell the story of Jesus." Further, we discuss "vocation" and how we can serve others using our God-given talents. Here is a Spiritual Gifts Assessment Tool to help you figure out yours!

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Parables: What's Your Point?

In this podcast, Pastor Dan Smail and Wendy Farone discuss “the point” of a parable. Jesus was genius in His design and approach to teaching in this way. We discuss three main parts to look for in a parable including a complete thought, a point being made (spiritual wisdom), and a deeper understanding of the truth. The book, Luther’s Aesop, is linked below as are the 2 Bible Project videos with even more information about parables!!

Watch: How to Read the Parables of Jesus Video | BibleProjectTM

The Purpose of Parables Podcast | BibleProjectTM

Luther's Aesop (Early Modern Studies): Springer, Carl P. E.: 9781612480008: Amazon.com: Books

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Pulling Out All The Stops: The Importance of Music in Worship

Pastor Dan Smail and Wendy Farone are joined by Director of Music, Laura Henri, to discuss the importance of communion with Christ and each other through music in worship. We found out some secret talents of our Bethlehem pastors, too! Lots of links in the show notes to explore!

Living Lutheran Transcribing Our Musical Heritage https://www.livinglutheran.org/2021/05/transcribing-our-musical-heritage/our musical heritage - Living Lutheran

Palestrina: Missa pro defunctis [Requiem]: II Kyrie https://youtu.be/m9pIrwWg7PM

Martin Luther said, “Next to the Word of God, music deserves the highest praise” (Luther’s Works, Vol. 53).

Johanne Sebastian Bach, “The aim and final end of all music should be none other than the glory of God and the refreshment of the soul.”