Together 4 Good: Faith, Love, and Community, Conversations for Everyday Life

This is an old podcast episode that Pastor Nate released way back in September of 2020! Listen in to this short Bible Study all about the importance of water in our world, the scriptures, and our life of faith. Grab your Bible, a glass of H20, and listen along!⁠

As we begin the season of Lent Pastor Nate shares a poem he wrote several years ago (and shared on this podcast feed several years ago) that reflects on many of the themes of Ash Wednesday, Lent and Genesis chapter 3.

In this episode of Together 4 Good, Colleen Maki sits down with Bryan Jaster to explore One Simple Tool that can transform the way we experience God in our daily lives. This tool isn’t about adding more to your to-do list—it’s about pausing, noticing, and listening to how God is moving in your story. Bryan walks Colleen through how this practice helps break cycles of anxiety, organize life’s chaos, and recognize sacred moments—those Kairos times when God is doing something new. By learning to pause and reflect, we can respond to life in ways that bring more love, justice, and peace. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✔️ How to notice God’s presence in everyday moments ✔️ A simple tool that helps break patterns of stress and anxiety ✔️ What Kairos time is and why it matters for your faith journey ✔️ How listening to your life can lead to more love and justice Whether you’re seeking a way to slow down, gain clarity, or deepen your spiritual practice, this conversation will give you practical steps to recognize the sacred moments already unfolding in your life. Learn more at www.Bethany-denver.org [www.Bethany-denver.org] 🎧 Listen now and learn how to tune into God’s presence! #SpiritualGrowth #FaithInPractice #NoticingGod #KairosMoments #ChristianPodcast #MindfulFaith #Together4Good

What if mission trips weren’t about “helping” others—but about changing the way we see the world? 🌍 In this episode ofTogether 4 Good, Pastor Nate sits down with Deacon Debra, Kevin Dragseth, and Bryan Jaster to talk about their upcoming trip to Ecuador. But this isn’t your typical mission trip conversation. Instead of focusing on what they plan to "do," they wrestle with deeper questions: 🔹Do mission trips really make a difference? 🔹How does stepping into discomfort change our perspective? 🔹What can we learn about God by traveling and serving abroad? 🔹Why does faith feel more real when we take action? This episode is for anyone who has ever wondered:What does it mean to serve others with humility? Whether you’ve been on a mission trip before, have doubts about them, or just love stories about faith and transformation, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. Links & Resources: To learn more about the Ecuador Mission Tripclick here [www.bethany-denver.org/youth#togetherwewill]. Subscribe to theTogether 4 Good podcast today and explore how faith and daily life intersect. Share this episode with someone who might need encouragement in their creative journey! A Special Invitation: Together 4 Good is a podcast from Bethany Lutheran Church ELCA in Cherry Hills Village, CO, designed to offer practical and engaging episodes that support you without expectations. Whether you’re feeling disconnected from traditional religion or exploring faith, we’re here to walk alongside you. Join us for discussions on faith, love, and community as we explore what it means toKnow Love, Show Love in everyday life. Stay Connected with us:bethany-denver.org [https://www.bethany-denver.org/] #MissionTrips #FaithInAction #GlobalService #elca #RethinkingMissions #TravelWithPurpose #SpiritualGrowth #KnowLoveShowLove #ChurchBeyondSunday

Welcome to the Together 4 Good podcast! In this episode, Pastor Nate sits down with Garth Englund III to explore the beauty and depth of the liturgical seasons. Garth shares how a powerful Holy Week experience in his childhood sparked a lifelong love for the rhythms of the church year. Together, they discuss how these seasons help us align our lives with the life of Jesus, offering opportunities for reflection, anticipation, and spiritual growth. In this episode you'll learn: * How the liturgical seasons guide us through different aspects of faith. * Why Holy Week worship left a lasting impact on Garth’s spiritual journey. * Ways to engage intentionally with each season to deepen your faith. Links & Resources: Subscribe to the Together 4 Good podcast and explore how faith traditions shape our spiritual lives. Share this episode with a friend who wants to bring more meaning into their year! For more information about the liturgy check out this video from Pastor Nate [https://youtu.be/n97BIazsZRg?si=yNG3xRYAuEOvtLRx ] A Special Invitation: Together 4 Good is a podcast from Bethany Lutheran Church ELCA in Cherry Hills Village, CO, designed to offer practical and engaging episodes that support you without expectations. Whether you’re feeling disconnected from traditional religion or exploring faith, we’re here to walk alongside you. Join us for discussions on faith, love, and community as we explore what it means to Know Love, Show Love in everyday life. Stay Connected with us: bethany-denver.org [https://www.bethany-denver.org/]