Encouragement from the LCMC SoCal District

Encouragement from the LCMC SoCal District

The TableCast is turning over the mic to the SoCal district today. Chuck Hunt delivered a message at the SoCal district gathering we hope will be encouraging to all. Districts are an important element to living out congregational and association life within the association. Districts meet throughout the year for education, fellowship, and business.

Introducing your host, Rev. Scott Hawkins

On today's episode of the TableCast question asker becomes question answerer as we get to know our host Pastor Scott Hawkins. Scott shares about growing up in the church, a wild cross-country trip, and life at Ascension Lutheran Church in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA.

A conversation with Trustee Chair Rev. Steve Turnbull

The TableCast sits down with Rev. Dr. Steve Turnbull. Steve is the Senior Pastor of Upper Arlington Lutheran Church in the Columbus, OH area and Chair of the LCMC Board of Trustees. Steve shares about his faith journey and hopes for LCMC.

Introducing the LCMC Global Mission Fellowship

"It's really about how God uses relationships and unexpected paths to draw people into his mission." In this episode of the TableCast, hosts Christian and Scott are joined at the table by Mike Wind, organizer of the LCMC Global Mission Fellowship. The conversation delves into the transformative power of relationships in global missions and personal evangelism. Mike recounts how a childhood friend’s family introduced him to church transformed his journey from a non-Christian upbringing in Chicago to becoming a champion of global missions. He emphasizes the importance of community and personal connections in fostering faith. Mike is the Director of Development for Spiritual Orphans Network, a global mission organization.

A Conversation with Brodie Taphorn

In this episode of the TableCast, hosts Scott Hawkins and Christian welcome Brodie Taphorn. a pastor and associate service coordinator for LCMC. They discuss Brody's journey from a non-church background to becoming pastor and a Navy chaplain. The conversation also touches on Brody's educational journey through seminary, transition to Lutheranism, current role at LCMC, and his vision for the future of the organization. The episode concludes with some fun rapid-fire questions, providing a light-hearted end to a deep and insightful discussion.