Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Revelation 12:7-12 with the theme War in Heaven.

Sept. 26, 2024 Students at Minnesota State Mankato are holding a "Put a Women in Charge" event to encourage fellow-classmates to get out the vote and empower women. KMSU's Karen Wright spoke with Avalon Luehman (Students for Reproductive Justice) and Abigail Andree (College Democrats) about the upcoming concert.…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Ephesians 6:10-18 with the theme Followers of Christ Are Armed for Battle.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Mark 7:31-37 with the theme Jesus Meets Us Where We're At.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Sept. 4, 2024 Dr. Johnna Leddy, a researcher at U of Iowa holds 32 U.S. patents and studies how electrochemistry will change the energy distribution of the planet. Leddy is the keynote speaker for the 34th Leonard Ford Lectureship at MNSU and explains how her research looks at solutions to lower environmental loads and energy costs through chemistr…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on Deuteronomy 4:1-9 with the theme Pay Attention to God's Instructions

Aug. 27, 2024 Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch sat down with KMSU's Karen Wright to talk about the upcoming school year - budget cuts, student enrollment, new programs, the use of A.I. in the classroom and more.بقلم KMSU

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Sermon for August 25, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Today we worship at the farm, courtesy of the Koser family near Nicollet, MN. Pastor Matt speaks about patience and letting God handle things, even when we want control. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato…

Sermon for August 18, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. On a trip to Scotland in 2019, while Bishop Lanette was stepping onto a bus, the driver instructed her to “mind the gap” between the platform and the vehicle. “I believe God has uniquely positioned the United Methodist Church in Minnesota to be trailblazers as we mind the gaps of society,” she sa…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on John 6:24-35 with the theme Don't Miss the Point: Jesus is the Bread of Life.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Sermon for August 4, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer. In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Exodus 16:1-15 with the theme "God Provides for Grumbling People."

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Pastor Wiechmann preaches on Hebrew 13:7-8, 17-21 with the theme Faithful Shepherds Point to the Great Shepherd.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This Sunday we have a thought-provoking and heartwarming message inspired by the beloved movies “Inside Out” and “Inside Out 2.” Abbie Page, our youth director, will delve into the fascinating world of our complex emotions and explore how each plays a crucial role in our lives. As Christians, we …

Sermon for July 14, 2024

Whether you're a seasoned player, an avid fan, or simply attending to celebrate and worship, welcome to this softball /baseball themed worship service. In baseball and softball, we witness the power of teamwork, the thrill of competition, and the joy of community. These team sports teach us valuable lessons about perseverance, discipline, and the i…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on Mark 6:1-6 with the theme Hometown [Zero] Hero.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This week we welcome pastor Brad Herman, who shares his journey. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy t…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on 2 Corinthians 4:7-15 with the theme The Living Lord Changes Our View of Death.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Sermon for June 23, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Mark 4:26-34 with the theme "From the Tiniest Seed Grows the Largest Kingdom."

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

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Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Every social group is shaped by its core stories, customs, and histories, which collectively contribute to its character. These formative traditions serve as the foundation of a collective identity, akin to pieces of a mosaic. In the context of our faith, each story represents a building block in…

Worship is Love expressed in a way that brings Glory, Honor, and Adoration: It’s a showing of Appreciation towards someone or something that we believe is Worthy. Worship is bowing down; not just in posture but in bowing down your life. It’s a submitting of your life through the beauty of serving, obedience, and sacrifice. We Worship through our li…

DAILY INSPIRATION As we celebrate Good Friday, let us reflect on the amazing sacrifice that was made for all of us on the Cross. Honestly, I can’t really find the words to fully capture all that God the Father has done for us; through the life, death and resurrection of His Son Jesus. Here are a few scriptures that tell the story: John 3: 16,17 - “…