Together 4 Good
By Bethany Lutheran Church
For more information about Bethany, visit our website: www.bethany-denver.org
Together 4 GoodSep 05, 2023
Memorial Day with Vicky Daub
Pastor Nate sits down with the Executive Director of Veteran Servant Corps and Bethany member, Vicky Daub to talk about her important and exciting work with Veterans. The two discuss the upcoming Memorial Day holiday as well as the ways that small steps of faith can make a huge difference.
The Importance of Rest
As we head into the summer months, Pastor Nate shares some reflections on the importance of rest. Listen in and learn about the biblical roots of this instruction and the ways that rest is a part of God's hope for our lives.
Rainbow Trail Summer Preview with Cam Regennitter
In this episode, Pastor Nate shares a conversation with Cam Regennitter, the Director of Onsite Programming at Rainbow Trail Lutheran Camp. The two talk about the unique philosophy that guides Rainbow Trail programs, the upcoming "Created to Be" theme for the summer, and much more.
Habitat For Humanity with Kevin Dempsey
Colleen Maki interviews Kevin Dempsey about his work over the years with Habitat for Humanity. Kevin also shares details about the future plans for Bethany's Holy Hammers group and their 25th-anniversary celebration.
Sabbatical Preview with Pastor Gary
Colleen Maki and Kevin Dragseth sit down with Pastor Gary to discuss his upcoming plans for Sabbatical. Listen in to hear all of Pastor Gary's plans and how he hopes his time away can impact the future of Bethany.
Lived Vocation with Dr Tim Snyder
Pastor Nate interviews his long-time friend, Dr. Tim Snyder, about his recently published book "Lived Vocation: Stories of Faith at Work". In their discussion, the two explore the term vocation, what it means, and how we can understand our life of faith and the work we do.
Miracles | A Poets, Preachers, Prophets, and Practioners episode
This week's episode is another Poets, Preachers, Prophets, and Practitioners episode. Listen in as Pastor Nate provides a collage of voices that help us to explore miracles and the miraculous in our lives.
Poem: "We're the Ones we've been waiting for" by June Jordan
Prophets - Clip from "Everything is Spiritual" by Rob Bell
Practitioners - Opportunity International (https://www.opportunity.org) Intro Music by Rick Seaton
Other Music: "Crystal Lullaby", HUKU Music provided by https://Slip.stream Free Download/Stream: https://get.slip.stream/NdikXg
Holy Week Reflection
Pastor Nate looks back on Holy Week at Bethany and reflects on the larger message that shone through this year that connects all the services and stories from Palm Sunday to Easter. Listen in as Pastor Nate invites you to further ponder the mystery of this sacred week.
Bodily Resurrection Poem
As we conclude our journey through Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares one final poem. This longer poem is a reflection on the story of Christ's resurrection and the theological significance of Jesus' bodily resurrection.
Holy Saturday Poem
Throughout this Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares short poems that he's written that reflect on the various themes and stories throughout the week.
This episode is a poetic reflection on the day after Jesus' death but before his resurrection and the significance of the that space.
Good Friday Poem
Throughout this Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares short poems that he's written that reflect on the various themes and stories throughout the week.
This episode is a poetic reflection on Good Friday.
Maundy Thursday Poem
Throughout this Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares short poems that he's written that reflect on the various themes and stories throughout the week.
This episode is a poetic reflection on the events of Maundy Thursday.
Holy Week Poem
Throughout this Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares short poems that he's written that reflect on the various themes and stories throughout the week.
This episode is a poetic reflection on Matthew 21:18-22, the story of Jesus cursing the fig tree. An event that takes place on the day after Jesus entered Jerusalem.
Palm Sunday Poem
Throughout this Holy Week, Pastor Nate shares short poems that he's written that reflect on the various themes and stories throughout the week. This episode is a poetic reflection on Palm Sunday.
Signs Along the Way with Rev Peyton Williams
In another edition of our Signs Along the Way podcast series, Colleen Maki records a conversation with Rev Peyton Williams. Peyton is the priest-in-charge at St Andrew's Episcopal Church in Richmond, VA. In this conversation, Peyton reflects on her journey to ordination, the story of Jonah, Holy Week, and much more.
Signs Along the Way with Nick Donkoh
As we continue our Signs Along the Way podcast series, Colleen Maki sits down with Nick Donkoh to talk about Nick's journey to his current role in the Community Resources Department of the Denver Public Library. Nick offers great reflection on how his thinking evolved as he was led from Denver to Mississippi to Nashville and then back to Denver.
Signs Along the Way with Kristen Arends
Pastor Nate talks with his long-time friend, Kristen Arends about her many years of ministry and the journey to her current path as a seminary student. In their conversation, Kristen shares a host of valuable insights about the ways that God works within our stories and guides us, even if we can't notice it at first.
Signs Along The Way with Rev Drew Ludwig
Pastor Nate talks with Rev Drew Ludwig about his experience moving from congregational ministry to working as a hospice chaplain. In their discussion, the two reflect on different ways of discerning God's call and understanding the different seasons of our life.
Bethany Storytellers with Stephanie Davy
Arches | A Poets, Preachers, Prophets, and Practitioners episode
Thanks to your great response to the first Poets, Preachers, Prophets, and Practitioners episodes here's another episode in the series. This time we look at arches. An architectural feature that holds a lot of symbolism and meaningful for not only the ways we think about God, but also the ways that we dialogue with one another. Listen in as Pastor Nate provides a collage of voices that help us to dig into the spiritual significance of arches.
Water | A poets, preachers, prophets and practitioners episode
Pastor Gary’s thoughts on Stewardship
Join in January with Deacon Debra
Pastor Nate and Deacon Debra discuss the join-in January initiative at Bethany. Debra shares some great insights about how serving helps us learn and grow in our faith. She also talks about the importance of aligning our mission and ministry.
If you have not had the chance to complete the Join in January survey yet, here is a link:
Genesis 11 Bible Study
Bethany Storytellers with Anja Oss
This episode is part of an ongoing series of podcasts called "Bethany Storytellers". In this month's edition, Colleen Maki sits down with Anja Oss, a young adult who grew up at Bethany, to talk about her experiences here and her current passions and commitments at Bethany.
New Year’s Examen
Christmas Luke 2 Scripture Meditation
Merry Christmas! This is a rebroadcast of a scripture meditation based on the Luke 2 Christmas Gospel. Rest and relax into the promises of this sacred story.
Advent 4 Love Lectio Divina
Through readings, reflections, prayers, and music you'll be led through a devotional time that reflects on the Advent theme of love.
Track: "Lament of the Lonely Soul", HUKU
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Advent 3 Joy Lectio Divina
This Advent podcast is a guided Bible study that invites you to listen and reflect on a reading from Psalm 126. Through readings, reflections, prayers, and music you'll be led through a devotional time that reflects on the Advent theme of joy. Track: "Eclipse", HUKU
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Advent 2 Peace Lectio Divina
This Advent podcast is a guided Bible study that invites you to listen and reflect on a reading from Philippians 4:4-9. Through readings, reflections, prayers, and music you'll be led through a devotional time that reflects on the Advent theme of peace. Track: "Luna Rise Part One", Dream Songs
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Advent 1 Hope Lectio Divina
Through readings, reflections, prayers, and music you'll be led through a devotional time that reflects on the Advent theme of hope.
Track: "Crystal Lullaby", HUKU
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Special Episode: Welcome Deacon Debra!
In this special episode of the Together 4 Good podcast, Deacon Debra Alba sits down with Pastor Nate to share her story and sense of call. We are so excited to celebrate Debra's installation as Deacon on Sunday, November 26th. Listen in to hear Debra's story and unique sense of call.
Gratitude as a Spiritual Practice
Bethany Storytellers with Dave Craven
This episode is part of an ongoing series of podcasts called "Bethany Storytellers". In this month's edition, Colleen Maki sits down with Dave Craven, the current Bethany Council President, to hear about how his years of involvement at Bethany have deeply enriched his life.
Law and Gospel explained with Pastor Nate
Pastor Nate shares some insights about the theological concept of Law and Gospel. This would have been part of his Lutheran mini-retreat but he ran out of time. So, listen in this week for some fun stories and a careful explanation of how Lutherans read the scripture.
The Liv Project with Bryan Jaster and Carol Haller
Bethany's Director of Faith Formation Bryan Jaster sits down with Carol Haller to talk about an upcoming event at Bethany called "The Liv Project". This is a local organization that is doing important work with teen mental health and suicide prevention. On November 11 and 12, Bethany will be hosting workshops led by The Liv Project to further our commitment to caring for the mental health of youth at Bethany.
Listen in as Bryan and Carol discuss this great organization and important work.
Storytellers of Bethany with Kris Carr
In the year ahead, Colleen Maki, the Coordinator of Media at Bethany, will be interviewing members of Bethany and sharing their stories in an ongoing series we are calling "Storytellers of Bethany".
In this first episode, Colleen speaks with Kris Carr about her years at Bethany and her current work as the co-chair of the Hospitality Committee.
As part of this series, we invite you to check out Kris' blog!
Denver Rescue Mission with Madeline Brown
Habitat for Humanity with Kevin Dempsey
Bethany's Be The Blessing event is drawing closer (October 21st!) so we continue with another interview from one of our team leads that day. In this episode, Pastor Nate interviews Kevin Dempsey about his ongoing work with Habitat for Humanity. In their conversation, you'll hear about some of the history of Habitat for Humanity, the great work they do throughout the country, and how Kevin's faith has changed as he's volunteered with Habitat for Humanity for many years.
Project C.U.R.E. with Al Youngdahl
This week, as we continue, our series of Be the Blessing podcast interviews, Pastor Nate sits down with Al Youngdahl to talk about his ongoing work with Project C.U.R.E. and the ways that serving with this organization has strengthened Al's faith over the year.
Project C.U.R.E. is a locally-based organization that gathers and provides medical supplies to different organizations throughout the world that are in need. Listen in as Al describes the incredible work Project C.U.R.E. does throughout the world and the ways that you could be involved with Project C.U.R.E. during Bethany's Be The Blessing event on 10/21.
Extreme Community Makeover with Anja Oss
Our new podcast series continues as we prepare for Bethany's Be the Blessing Event on 10/21. In this episode, Pastor Nate interviews long-time Bethany member, Anja Oss, about her involvement with Extreme Community Makeover. This is a great organization that works to transform entire neighborhoods of the city through different clean-up and house maintenance projects. Listen in as Anja discusses the ways that working with this organization has strengthened and enriched her life of faith.
Project Angel Heart with Jean Scott
Our new series of podcast episodes explores different outreach ministries that Bethany will be serving on 10/21 as part of our Be the Blessing event. This episode is a conversation with Jean Scott about her involvement with Project Angel Heart, a local organization that delivers food to individuals with specific medical needs. Listen in as Jean shares her heart for this organization and the ways that serving at Project Angel Heart has strengthened her faith.
Peacemaking with Colleen Maki and Rev. Anita Peebles
Colleen Maki, Bethany’s Coordinator of Media, and friend Rev. Anita Peebles spent time reminiscing about the Baptist Peace Fellowship of North America – Bautistas por la Paz summer conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Colleen was able to attend with generous financial support from Bethany for continuing education and Rev. Anita has been a part of BPFNA-Bautistas por la Paz for many years. Tune in to learn more about progressive Baptists, ecumenical peacemaking, resources for young peacemakers, and more. Let’s move mountains together!
A week at Rainbow Trail with Evelyn & Solomon Preisinger
Identity, Belonging, and Purpose with the Faith Formation Team
Forgiveness and Unity, a Bible Study on Matthew 18:21-35
Thoughts on a New School Year
The Nones: Doing versus Believing with Courtney Byers
The Nones: Seeing the Needs Around Us with Erik Anderson
Pastor Nate once again welcomes on a long-time friend to discuss his relationship with the church and the practice of faith. This is another installment in The Nones podcast series, as we talk with people who currently do not have a religious affiliation. Listen in as Erik shares about his experiences seeing the needs of the world and how that changed his connection to faith.
The Nones: Authentic Questioning with Rachel Olsen
Pastor Nate continues the Nones podcast series with an exceptional guest: his older sister, Rachel! The two discuss their upbringings as people who were at church every Sunday (and 3-4 times on Christmas Eve) and then the questions and quest for answers that Rachel encountered through high school and college. Rachel talks about why she isn't involved in church today and how she finds spiritual connection through gardening. This is a great episode filled with many valuable insights.