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PRESS CLUB C Podcast with Ray KeatingEpisode #25: Time for Some Swell Nostalgia with Craig Donofrio, Host of the Mid-Modcast PodcastCraig Donofrio is a cool guy who happens to be a pastor, author, radio personality, podcaster, Mid-Century Modern fanatic, and Tikiphile. Oh, yeah, he also dabbled in rock ‘n’ roll and politics. Ray forgives Craig for the politics stuff. Join their discussion that celebrates nostalgia and the new podcast Craig cohosts called The Mid-Modcast Podcast, which celebrates all things yesteryear from the 1940s up to the early 1970s. Tune in, this episode is boss, swell and groovy.Tune in to the Mid-M...2020-08-1144 min
Sermons From St James.Matthew 4:12-25 The Lamb Makes Fishermen Epiphany 3A 1-26-20Jesus calls His first disciples as they enter into Messiah Seminary on their way to being Apostles and pastors.
Pastor Craig Donofrio of St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, Ohio delivers a sermon on how Jesus does all things necessary for our salvation.
www.stjameslcms.church 2020-01-3119 minSermons From St James.John 1 29-42 The Lamb of God Epiphany 2 A 1-19-20Jesus Christ is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world - the whole world, every man, woman, and child who lives, has ever lived and will ever live.
Join Pastor Craig Donofrio of St James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, OH as he preaches and teaches on this important section of Scripture.
www.stjameslcms.church 2020-01-3122 minSermons From St James.Matthew 3:12-20 Baptism of Jesus Epiphany 1 A 1-12-2020Why was the only one to ever be without sin baptized with a Baptism for repentance and what does this mean for you?
Join Pastor Donofrio and St James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio as we learn more about God's grace for us.
www.stjameslcms.church
2020-01-3128 minSermons From St James."The Sky Is Falling!" Luke 21:5-28Are we living in the end times? Does it scare you if we are?
There have been "Chicken Littles" those who get their followers all worked up because we are in the end times.
We are indeed in the end times and we have been since Jesus ascended into heaven, but there is nothing to fear.
Jesus has you covered.
Jesus is coming again, but it is not a thing of fear for all who are found to be in Christ will certainly live with Christ! 2019-11-1818 minSermons From St James.All Saints 2019 Rev 7:9-17When we celebrate All Saints Day, we are given to remember those saints who have gone before us to the "feast that has no end." We also anticipate the fact that we have seats waiting for us where we will live in the joy of Christ forever.
2019-11-0536 minSermons From St James.The Ungrateful Nine Luke 17:1-19When met by 10 Lepers, Jesus was moved to compassion and healed them all, but only one of them, an outsider returned to give thanks.
Are you the ungrateful nine, the grateful one, or are you both? 2019-10-1418 minSermons From St James.What is Communion About? 1 Corinthians 11Jesus promised us that He will never leave us, and so He is good to His Word as He comes to us through His appointed means, the Word in all of its forms through the Word proclaimed and through the Word attached to elements that we call "sacraments."
Jesus comes to us as a gift. Gifts can never be earned, but they are given freely without conditions.
We rejoice in all of the gifts of forgiveness, mercy, and peace with God through the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ Himself. 2019-10-1116 minSermons From St James.Christ is Risen Indeed - Alleluia John 20:1-18The darkness has departed, the light of Christ shines forth in the resurrection of Jesus. He laid in death's bonds for 3 days after being crucified.
In His resurrection, you too are given the promise of a resurrection to eternal life.
You're invited to St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio
Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15 am - Bible classes for all ages at 9:00 am on Sundays Our Address is 4771 Broadview Rd. Cleveland, OH. 44109 Phone: 216-351-6499
2019-10-0912 minSermons From St James.You Are Marked For Salvation - Ash Wednesday Matthew 6:1-21What makes us worthy of Christ's forgiveness and mercy? Is God merciful because we try hard enough or do enough good? No, God is merciful to us because the punishment that we deserve has been met out on Christ Jesus. He took the beating on the cross that our sin has earned. When we see how relentless Jesus is in saving us, we consider our unworthiness and we are then made to feel remorse and repentance. God always meets repentance with mercy.
You're invited to St. James Lutheran Church in...2019-10-0912 minSermons From St James.If You Forgive the Sins of Any, They are Forgiven. John 20:19-23If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven.
Confession and absolution is an often misunderstood thing. Jesus instituted the office of the ministry armed with forgiveness and peace. It is the job of every pastor to forgive the sins of all who will listen. Christ died for all and He desires to forgive all who will confess their need of mercy.
Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15 am - Bible classes for all ages at 9:00 am on Sundays
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4771...2019-10-0916 minSermons From St James.I've had an Epiphany about Jesus! Mark 1:4-11John the Baptizer comes from the desert and he looks scary and his message is disturbing and a little confusing.
After me comes one who was before me and I am not worthy to untie His sandals.
God's grace and how God will level the playing field. The unrighteous are proclaimed to be righteous and sinners are proclaimed saints in and through Christ Jesus.
You're invited to St. James Lutheran Church in Cleveland Ohio
Our worship services are on Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 10:15 am...2019-10-0927 min
The God Whisperers Classic350 - The Final EpisodeAfter over 10 years and 350 episodes, the Manly Doctors of Divinity bid farewell to the airwaves. A little reminiscing, a little reflection, and some looking ahead to new ventures. Thank you to all our listeners and supporters.2019-06-191h 40The God Whisperers Classic349 - PriesthoodThe GW are joined by Heather Choate Davis (heatherchoatedavis.com) for a lively discussion of the “priesthood of believers.” What was once a pillar doctrine of the 16th century Reformation seems to be largely forgotten today. What happened? How do we recover it? What does it mean for the church today?2018-12-111h 07The God Whisperers Classic348 - TheoLogoi Part 2 – Who Let the Dogma Out?The GW discuss being extoverted (Donofrio) or introverted (Cwirla) and what it means as a pastor in the public eye. They also kick the theological ball around the four corners of theology and talk about what makes doctrines and why we need them.2018-11-171h 07The God Whisperers Classic347 - TheoLogoi – What is Theology?After a discussion of the pitfalls of social media on theological conversation and the nature of hermeneutics (text interpretation), the Manly Doctors pursue the question “What is Theology?” and reflect on what it means when God deals with us through written texts using a soccer field analogy.2018-11-021h 14The God Whisperers Classic346 - In Memory of Eugene Peterson (1932-2018)The God Whisperers take time out to reflect on the life and work of Eugene Peterson – pastor, author, teacher, poet, and so much more.2018-10-261h 05The God Whisperers Classic345 - Evolving CertaintiesThe Manly Doctors are joined by Terry Defoe, author of the book Evolving Certainties, to discuss science and Scripture and how they are not really in conflict when we read them correctly. Warning: This episode may trigger independent thinking.2018-10-171h 12The God Whisperers Classic344 - Evolution, Cheap Grace, and MormonsAn episode that literally developed legs and crawled out of the primordial ooze. Does Evolution and Big Bang Theory even matter to the Christian faith? Can grace be cheapened? Can we have too much grace? Plus, the sketchy origins of the Missouri Synod and the name change of the choir formerly known as the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Make sense? We didn’t think so either. Enjoy.2018-10-111h 07The God Whisperers Classic343 - The Eye of the StormWeekly communion, assurance of salvation in view of sin, Pat Robertson rebukes Hurricane Florence, and the Florence gives him the finger, the foolishness of boycotts, comebacks by disgraced celebrities, and so much more.2018-09-181h 13
Let's Talk! The Pastor Is In - from KFUO RadioThe Rev. Craig Donofrio Is In: Do Lutherans have Humor? - 2018/09/14Rev. Craig Donofrio, pastor of Saint James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, Ohio, and program host Kip Allen discuss whether Lutherans have sense of humor (or any emotions at all).
Send us your questions! Email letstalk@kfuo.org with your questions for our guest pastors.2018-09-1400 minThe God Whisperers Classic342 - Shark WeekThe Manly Doctors of Divinity enter the shark tank of theology and discuss the Eucharist implications of John 6 along with boxing Polish nuns and a saint or sinner quiz. And sharks.2018-08-271h 00The God Whisperers Classic341 - One Scoop Over The LineWomen readers, blasphemously good ice cream, and a new take on Adam and Eve engage the Manly Doctors of Divinity.2018-08-191h 05The God Whisperers Classic340 - PreconsecratedIn a pre-consecrated edition of the GW, the Manly Doctors discuss the propriety of pre-consecrated Lord’s Suppers, the nature of the Verba, and also miraculous hard landings of Mexican airplanes. How long do the Verba last? Can only a priest/pastor say it? What does it all mean? Does God protect us when flying?2018-08-061h 05The God Whisperers Classic339 - Lucky Tiki VBSThe Manly Doctors of Divinity discuss illegal pop-up Tiki bars, signs, wonders, and the role of God in apparent dumb luck, and edgy alternatives for next year’s Vacation Bible School.2018-07-271h 10Let's Talk! The Pastor Is In - from KFUO RadioThe Rev. Craig Donofrio Is In: Being Saint and Sinner - 2018/07/20Rev. Craig Donofrio, pastor of Saint James Lutheran Church in Cleveland, Ohio, and program host Kip Allen discuss the concept of being simultaneously a saint and sinner, why Craig converted to Lutheranism and how God uses bad experiences for good.
Send us your questions! Email letstalk@kfuo.org with your questions for our guest pastors.2018-07-2000 minThe God Whisperers Classic338 - Arsenic and Old BooksThe God Whisperers engage in a spirited discussion on toxic old books, the meaning of “sanctification,’ an upskirt Marilyn Monroe statue overlooking a Connecticut church, and Jim Baker’s zombie apocalypse bunker in Branson.2018-07-201h 04The God Whisperers Classic337 - Lotto PharmakeiaThe Manly Doctors take on the issues of gambling, pharmaceuticals both natural and manmade, and immigration, legal and illegal.2018-07-131h 10The God Whisperers Classic336 - Spark A DoobThe Manly Doctors discuss the ins and outs of legalized cannabis, a punch-throwing Cyprian priest, and pistol-packing pastors in a scintillating hour of conversation.2018-07-091h 08The God Whisperers Classic335 - Deadly SeriousSetting aside their usual hijinks, Bill and Craig talk about the deadly serious topic of suicide in light of the high-profile deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain over the past week and discuss ways in which the church, as a community of believers, can help those who struggle with depression and despair.2018-06-161h 02The God Whisperers Classic334 - What Would Jesus Fly?A misdirected donation from a new listener prompts a lively conversation about offerings, shifting political winds, and televangelist Jesse Duplantis’ pitch for a $54 million Falcon 7X jet. What would Jesus fly?2018-06-081h 03The God Whisperers Classic333 - Three Persons, Three Uses, and Satanic YogaIn a stunning trilogy of manly theology, the God Whisperers take on the doctrine of God’s triunity and its analogies, the three uses of the Law, and the alleged satanic associations of yoga and martial arts, neither confusing the persons nor dividing the essence.2018-06-031h 04The God Whisperers Classic332 - Warrior Women, Alien Octopi, and a Royal WeddingThe Manly Doctors engage in a lively discussion of women in the military, the cosmic evolutionary origins of octopi, and the royal wedding of Harry and Megan in a slightly overcooked episode involving Flarp. A trifecta of disturbing yet compelling talk.2018-05-261h 05The God Whisperers Classic331 - We'll Drink To ThatIn an episode dedicated in memory of executive producer Rufus Donofrio, the Manly Doctors discuss the lasting effects of the LCMS’ Seminex controversy of the 1970s, a church devoted to salvific drinking in South Africa, and the organization formerly known as Boy Scouts of America.2018-05-121h 09The God Whisperers ClassicSpecial GW MashupIn celebration of the Manly Doctors’ return to the podosphere, longtime GW friend Brian Yamabe (of Cwirla App infamy) delivers a 10-minute mashup of God Whisperers highlights and lowlights from the last 329 episodes. Relive the greatness.2018-05-0810 minThe God Whisperers Classic330 - Return of the JediThe Manly Doctors return to podcasting with a retrospective of God Whisperers history, from its inception in a lounge at a pastors’ conference and its early days in guerrilla broadcasting to its corporate captivity and its ultimate return to freedom after healing and self-discovery. They relive their first “Home Schooler Alert” with Reed Lessing, answer some Mail Bag questions concerning Lutherans on Facebook and bad preaching, and round things out with a piece on a church that meets in a strip joint, aka “gentlemen’s club.” Disturbing yet Compelling™ returns to the podosphere.2018-04-2854 minThe God Whisperers ClassicTo All Our Friends in GW Nation - Thank You!A short thank you to all our friends who contributed to the God Whisperers Resurrection Fund. We’ll be up and running in a couple of weeks. Until then, here’s a tickler for your podcast feed.2018-04-1417 minThe God Whisperers Classic329 - DitchedNo Original Notes2016-08-2433 minThe God Whisperers Classic328 - OrdoNo Original Notes2016-08-2030 minThe God Whisperers Classic327 - ZombiesNo Original Notes2016-08-0830 minThe God Whisperers Classic326 - PoliticsNo Original Notes2016-06-3039 minThe God Whisperers Classic325 - BenchmarkingSpecial guest: Heather Choate Davis, author of “Elijah and the SAT.”2016-06-1836 minThe God Whisperers Classic324 - TrinityNo Original Notes2016-06-0930 minThe God Whisperers Classic323 - PentecostNo Original Notes2016-06-0929 minThe God Whisperers Classic322 - Strange ScienceNo Original Notes2016-04-2031 minThe God Whisperers Classic321 - Modern MissionNo Original Notes2016-04-2031 minThe God Whisperers Classic288 - Scum of the EarthThanksgiving. Computer history. Math. Skype calls: “George Takei,” Donofrio test call, does faith disappear with poor catechesis? The conflicted season of Advent. Technical difficulties! Festivus. Scum of the Earth Church. The Pope’s astronomer and aliens.2014-12-2649 minThe God Whisperers Classic273 - UndocumentedHigher Things. Craig’s birthday bash report (again!). Astronaut diapers. Incense and allergies. Email from a former Wiccan priest. Minor and major ban. The voice of Ellie. And Toribio Romo Gonzalez, patron saint of undocumented immigrants.2014-08-0551 minThe God Whisperers Classic272 - Midlife Crisis Edition - Donofrio turns 50The manly doctors are back in the same room for a face to face episode in CA. Craig’s IC schedule. Does God cause suffering? Asparagus and bacon. Excerpts from Luther’s Wittenberg sermons. Atheist Christian metal band. And a great Nagel sermon on John 21.2014-07-0952 minThe God Whisperers Classic271 - Special Face to Face EditionThe manly doctors are back in the same room for a face to face episode in CA. Craig’s IC schedule. Does God cause suffering? Asparagus and bacon. Excerpts from Luther’s Wittenberg sermons. Atheist Christian metal band. And a great Nagel sermon on John 21.2014-07-0250 minThe God Whisperers Classic270 - Tiptoeing through the Daniel PlanFalsetto and contratenor. Craig’s California adventure. Athanasian Creed. Email: Why pastors take or decline a call. Rick Warren and the Daniel Plan. Faith and Pharmaceuticals. St. Roberto Clemente?2014-06-2350 minThe God Whisperers Classic267 - Up!Ascension. Why Lutherans don’t go to church on Thursdays. Canadian hockey controversy and more from Ginny Dreadful. Donofrio tries to discuss women in the church without sounding sexist. Gender specific Bible studies. Luxury cry rooms. Academic pomposity. Three Ascension misunderstandings including whether “up” means up, and a great Ascension hymn.2014-06-0250 minThe God Whisperers Classic266 - Children's ChurchGuest female Ellie Corrow. Introduction to a Nagel sermon on the First Article that never gets played. Communication of attributes between bacon and asparagus. Listening to the GW in the ICU. Apology for Episode 245. Visiting a Lutheran church. Children’s Church. New GW addicts. Craig’s dating guide. Also: How do you know if your kid isn’t saved, Lutheran Rationalistic confirmation practices, Mrs. Miller and a creepy Italian counter tenor.2014-05-1951 minThe God Whisperers Classic262 - Metaphorically SpeakingPlanning Craig’s B-day Hawaii 5-O. Prayer and exercise. Skype call: Evolution of the liturgy. Listener email: Ovid, Nagel, and blushing water. Hard time forgiving others. Use of metaphor in the OT. More Christian cliches you never want to say.2014-04-2552 minThe God Whisperers Classic261 - Apocalyptic FetishesEarthquakes, tornados, and Judgment Day. Skype calls. Fighting with demons at night. Does parish size matter? Atheist Questions for Craig. Kids choosing their own religion. Ten Christian Cliches you should never say. And apocalyptic fetishes. Yes.2014-04-1851 minThe God Whisperers Classic260 - Liar, Lunatic, or Bono?Cwirla’s Birthday. Donofrio’s ongoing technical difficulties. Listener email – Has Donofrio become too cautious?. All Things Tiki and CFW Walther. Madonna mics on clergy. Donofrio’s Flarp. Are Pentecostal miracles the real deal? Weird atheist questions. Bono and apologetics. Cigars and Kosher bacon.
Always nice to see an oxford comma!2014-04-0350 minThe God Whisperers Classic259 - Mystery Science Theater 3KCwirla adopts his new name: He Who Irritates People. Donofrio’s computer and communication problems. Listener email: Would Luther have a concealed carry permit? Just war. Imprecatory Psalms. MST3K. More dumb atheist questions for Craig. Big Bang, space ripples, and cosmic time. And a great Lent sermon from Norman Nagel.2014-04-0252 minThe God Whisperers Classic258 - Squirrel Nut Zippers MayhemDonofrio’s lax church-going habits, Walther, Pieper, and Shatner, listener email on self-defense, “Were You There” and Romans 6, and is it an 8th commandment violation to criticize the God Whisperers. Plus more goofy atheist questions to confound Craig, abundant robbery at Lakewood church and sketchy CS Lewis quotes. What was this show about anyway?2014-03-2150 minThe God Whisperers Classic257 - She Who Makes Things Happen“Were You There” on the Mighty Cwirlitzer, Listener email on the Christian right of self-defense, Kairos/ Chronos, Dancing for rain in CA, and dumb atheist questions for Craig on the topic of miracles.2014-03-1251 minThe God Whisperers Classic256 - Beard Transplants and Other DelightsWeather: cold and drought, Listener email: Nuclear nun redux, Atheist Questions for Craig about rich churches and legislating against temptation; the AZ governor’s veto and the freedom to discriminate and take consequences, and it that wasn’t enough: beard transplants.2014-03-0951 minThe God Whisperers Classic254 - St Valentine's Day Massacre EditionDonofrio’s broadcast career blunders, Saint Valentine (any and all three of them), armed chaplains, Olympic curling pants, Quizzing Craig, Darwin Day, science, faith and stuff.2014-02-1651 minThe God Whisperers Classic253 - Up In Smoke!Lawn mowers, home ownership, life sunday, lwml sunday and other specialty sundays, Questions for Craig on direct revelation, legalization of marijuana.2014-02-1251 minThe God Whisperers Classic250 - High Church HijinksListener mail-epiclesis, Western liturgy, eucharistic prayers, high church/low church, liturgical innovations, 40 atheist questions for Craig, stupid pastor stunts.2014-01-2251 minThe God Whisperers Classic241 - St. Louis BluesFirst long-distance episode with mixed results; Craig goes corporate church; a riveting discussion of Rufus’ post-move digestive issues; Cascione recap and wrap-up; organ stops; congregational Donatism, “mehr als” or “supra.” Craig’s voice is a little thin over Skype, but his personality is still extra large.
Music Creds:
Heaven and Hell – The Who
Shaking All Over – The Who
My Generation – The Who
One Toke Over the Line – Lawrence Welk2013-10-141h 02The God Whisperers Classic236 - Singing the Post-Convention BluesDonofrio’s new job, Cwirla’s speaking engagements, a little post-convention redux, an email on the priesthood of believers by Dr. Paul Schrieber, and the meaning of the term “sacerdotalist.”
Music Creds:
More Than a Feeling – Boston
Raisins – Barenaked Ladies
Nights in White Satin – The Dickies
Jesus is a Friend of Mine – Sonseed
Adios, Au Revoire – Lawrence Welk2013-08-2759 minThe God Whisperers Classic222 - The Bloody Eye EditionDonofrio suffers from an inexplicably bloody eye. High school chemistry class. Gay marriage and the Supreme Court. Donofrio and Cwirla discuss their domestic partnership. Self-communion of the presider. And a Nagel sermon on John 21 and the catch of fish.
Music:
“Beat My Guest” – Adam and the Ants
“Just a Girl” – No Doubt
“Institutionalized” – Suicidal Tendencies
“Jesus is a Friend of Mine” – Sonseed
“Adios, Au Revoir, Aufwiedersehen” – Lawrence Welk2013-04-0258 minThe God Whisperers Classic216 - The Show That Goes Like ThisA special musically themed show featuring Shatner’s World, Jason Kaspar, Andrew Lloyd Weber, the cast of Glee, pulled pork, and the inaugural prayer. With cameo appearance by Rick Warren and an analysis of Donofrio’s church growth potential. Like “The Song That Goes Like This,” this episode just goes on and on and on.2013-01-3058 minThe God Whisperers Classic214 - BaconnaiseThe Manly Doctors sample Baconnaise as they ponder psychopathic professions and Donofrio evaluates Cwirla for his psychopathic tendencies from the comfort of Craig’s mom’s kitchen table. In the second half, more Baconnaise and some shop talk on homiletics. We think there’s theology in here somewhere, but hey, there was Baconnaise! Thanks to Sally and John for the deliciousness. Just another day in the neighborhood.2013-01-1758 minThe God Whisperers Classic206 - Special Non-Sequitur EditionIn the first half: Dave Ramsey, P90X and drinking, shirtlessness on Facebook, listerner email, and whatever happened to Craig’s guide to Christian dating. In the back half: what is this “faith” that is counted as righteousness and why is it alone? Also some Dropkick Murphys and a few other gems.2012-11-2158 minThe God Whisperers Classic205 - Post Election EditionMDDs Donofrio and Cwirla suffer through post-election traumatic stress syndrome and babble endlessly over Mom’s basement, smoking weed in Denver, technology induced brain shrinkage, “Lutheran Amish,” the establishment of “Christianopolis,” Lutheran reproduction, and Epitome article III on justification as imputed righteousness. Good luck keeping up with this one.
Oh, and lots of Dropkick Murphys just to keep things lively.2012-11-1459 minThe God Whisperers Classic204 - Moving into Mom's BasementBeer and Germans, a medley of GW solid gold music hits from the Rudy playlist, MDD Donofrio’s upcoming move into his mom’s basement, and Formula of Concord article 3 on the righteousness of faith in Christ with a little side riff on objective and subjective justification. And who says we don’t talk about theology?2012-11-1059 minThe God Whisperers Classic196 - IRS Threats and Other DelightsIn a rather dazed and confused episode of the GW, Manly Doctor Donofrio receives news that the IRS is going repo his condo, a Norwegian Skype caller reports on a 19-episode binge listening experiment while playing Minecraft fueled by candy, coffee, and Swedish chewing tobacco. And a lively discussion of the Epitome Rule & Norm including the catechism as the layman’s bible, Scripture and Tradition as it applies to women’s ordination and closed communion. And best of all: Louie Prima.2012-09-0559 minThe God Whisperers Classic192 - Manic MondayAnother manic Monday with the Manly Doctors of Divinity. We deal with some listener email including a child’s question on the distinction between hypostasis and ousia in the doctrine of the Trinity, a pericopal discussion on Mark 6:1-13, and a revival of Mrs. Miller in addition to Donofrio having some sort of “moment.” Hey, it’s Monday after all!2012-07-0359 minThe God Whisperers Classic189 - Breaking Pentecostal WindF-bombing priests, the Gospel of Barnabas, an enlightening word study on “pissing on the wall” in the KJV, and a great sermon from Norman Nagel on Acts 4 on the Name of Jesus with a special visit by Robert “Pastor Gas” Tilton. And Donofrio momentarily loses his wedding band on air. Wow!
Music creds:
Theme from Dennis the Menace
Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin
Jesus is a Friend of Mine – Sonseed2012-06-0757 minThe God Whisperers Classic187 - "I Think You're Remembering Something Else"The Manly Doctors of Divinity engage the functional differences of Calvinism vs. Lutheranism, theses 20-26 of the Heidelberg Disputation and why the harder you look at good works the less good they look. Then in a brilliant moment of middle-aged dementia, thinking he is quoting the Scriptures, Donofrio begins to channel the Council of Trent on faith as the “first work,” while Cwirla desperately tries to find it in the Greek text, concluding with this memorable line: ”I think you’re remembering something else.” Kyrie Eleison!
Music creds:
Themes from The Three Stooges and Sanford & Son.
P...2012-05-2358 minThe God Whisperers Classic177 - Flarp, The Law, and Girl FightsThe Manly Doctors take theology to a whole new e-scatological level thanks to a can of Flarp! courtesy of MDD Donofrio’s lovely wife Paula. Jasan Kaspar entertains with “I Want to Tell the Story,” Chris Loemker delivers a rousing reprise of “Skate Onward” on the mighty Cwirlitzer. The GW Mailbag gives occasion for discussions on liturgical over-politeness, monks vs friars, and 7th day Sabbatarianism. The second half has some observations about girl fights in view of the “Ordain Women Now,” a discussion on how the Law always ticks people off as it mortifies the old Adam, and finally, yes, a thesis from...2012-02-2158 minThe God Whisperers Classic175 - Heidelberg Disputation (Pt 2)A trip to the GW mailbag prompts whisperings of assurance of salvation, a really bad bear joke from MDD Donofrio, serpents, temptation, and Genesis 3, and pastors’ continuing education or the lack thereof. On the back end, there are Theses 5 and 6 of Luther’s Heidelberg Disputation and the idea that everything man does is sinful, even when God is behind it, closing out with something on the Presentation of Our Lord. It’s all good.2012-02-1058 minThe God Whisperers Classic173 - A Sweetly Scented SacrificeThe Manly Doctors splash on some Hai Karate, fend off the ladies, and offer up this sweetly scented sacrifice of divine whisperings on baptismal exorcisms, Cwirla’s reflections on the Doxology pastoral enrichment program, Donofrio’s “Do Whatever You Want” sermon on 1 Corinthians 7, and pastoral compassion fatigue. Also, some musical offerings by composer-in-residence Jason M. Kaspar and a beautiful baptismal hymn in German complete with the howling of the old Adam as he goes kicking and screaming to his baptismal death. As always, compelling and disturbing.
Music:
Astrud Gilberto – Meditation
Ramones – California Sun
Sonseed –...2012-01-2357 minThe God Whisperers Classic167 - Advent BenedictionsAfter sustaining a major iced beverage spill in the GW studios, the Manly Doctors regroup for a scintillating mailbag discussion on Donofrio’s educational philosophy, Cwirla’s distaste for the Assemblies of God and speaking in tongues, miracles natural and unnatural and overly wordy conditional absolutions. We also touch on Joel Osteen’s proposed reality TV show and round out the hour with a discussion of the Benediction in the Divine Service with a reading from Luther Reed. Mele Kalikimaka.
Music:
Veni, Veni – Mannheim Steamroller
Mele Kalikimaka – Bing Crosby
Sleigh Ride – Bella Fleck an...2011-12-1259 minThe God Whisperers Classic165 - Agnus Dei, Nunc Dimittis, and the DruidsThe Manly Doctors discuss the backstory to “Now Thank We All Our God” as well as the Agnus Dei and Nunc Dimittis of the Liturgy. Donofrio talks about his upcoming cruise and there is a lively debate over whether Rowan Williams really is a Druid. Add a bit of Thanksgiving and Advent, shake, pour over ice, and you have some vintage GW.
Music Credits:
“Now Thank We All Our God” – Cambridge Singers, John Rutter, cond.
“Stonehenge” – Spinal Tap
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen
“Turkish Delight” – Don Tiki
“Lo, He Comes With Clouds Descending2011-11-3058 minThe God Whisperers Classic162 - Ska-Metal Sanctus TypologiesAncient church typologies, a revisit to Family Radio, MDD Donofrio’s liturgical innovations, and a detailed discussion of the Preface, Proper Preface and Sanctus of the Liturgy along with Mrs. Miller, the Ramones, and a Ska-Metal version of “Jesus is a Friend of Mine” from a Finnish listener. Who says we don’t bring content?
Music:
“Jesus is a Friend of Mine” – Andy Rehfeldt
“Sweet Pea” and “A Lover’s Concerto” – Mrs. Miller
“What a Wonderful World” – The Ramones
“Jesus is a Friend of Mine” – Sonseed
Liturgical bits from Liturgy Audio Files.2011-11-0759 minThe God Whisperers Classic160 - The Life of Craig DonofrioManly Doctor Donofrio talks about his favorite topic in the world, himself, and the career benefits of dropping out of school. Also another musical offering from listener Jason M. Kaspar called “Dreifache der Gottesfuesterer” (whatever that means), readings in the life of Mrs. Miller, the patron saint of the GW, a rare track from GW organist Chris Loemker entitled “Organtallica” and a brief but scintillating discussion on sacrificial thankofferings from 2 Corinthians.
Music credits:
“Loving You is Like Frying Bacon Nekkid” – Roger Alan Wade
“Strangers in the Night” – Mrs. Miller
“Theme from Gilligan’s Island”
...2011-10-1158 minThe God Whisperers Classic157 - The Episode About NothingA post-modern pastiche of random nothingness including: the Zagats, Hyundai dealerships, intimate Italian restaurants, some guy who calls himself the God Whisperer not to be confused with the Manly Doctors of Divinity, the church of “foggy boundaries,” the intermediate state between death and resurrection, Jehovah’s Witnesses, 7th Day Adventists, Adventists, “soul sleep,” listener mail bag, MD Cwirla goes on a brief verbal strike, the short version of “In the Tavern,” Loemker serenades us with “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” from the mighty Cwirlitzer, and some reflections on 9/11 from MD Donofrio. This show is a bargain at the price.
Mus...2011-09-2259 minThe God Whisperers Classic152 - Prayer and the Mighty WurlitzerListener email causes the Manly Doctors to consider the existential question, “Am I really a Christian?” along with unreality of Rob Bell’s hell. Donofrio’s eyes and his iPad are acting up. There is a devout in-depth discussion on the five-part collect form of the liturgy. Plus, the sonorous tones of the mighty GW Wurlitzer.
Music credits:
“I Love Bacon” – Jason M. Kaspar
“Zip A Dee Doo Dah” – Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong
“One Week” – Barenaked Ladies2011-08-1559 minThe God Whisperers Classic150 - Viva Las Vegas Edition Pt 2The second hour of our special Las Vegas edition recorded at the Higher Things Coram Deo conference on the campus of UNLV. We’re talking with Revs. Ian Steward Pacey and Sam Schuldheisz on Narnia, Tolkien, CS Lewis, symphonic symbolism, Bart Ehrman, textual criticism, email from Henning, Rick Warren’s “Daniel Weight-loss Plan” and more. All this, while Donofrio chows down on Panda Express.
Music Credits:
“Stick to Your Guns” – Modern Mission
“Vegas’ – Frank Sinatra2011-08-021h 00The God Whisperers Classic146 - July 4th EditionThe Manly Doctors set off a few fireworks of their own with some 4th of July reminiscences, a lively discussion of liturgical gestures, both meaningful and meaningless, and a startling revelation that links the Calvary Chapel of Donofrio’s youth with the Indian shows at the Wisconsin Dells of Cwirla’s childhood. And if that isn’t enough, we forgot to turn off the microphone so listen to the very end for a bonus laugh or two.
Music Credits:
“Swinging on a Star” – Bing Crosby
“Get Rhythm” – Johnny Cash2011-07-0558 minThe God Whisperers Classic133 - Civic Prayer, James 2, and MorePrayer in the public square, Norman Nagel on James 2. And Manly Doctor Donofrio’s condo problems. Oh, and we’re too sexy for our cassocks.2011-03-3057 minThe God Whisperers Classic101 - Special Luau EditionWe’re back in Craig’s backyard for a special luau edition of the God Whisperers. In addition to Mai Tais and other delights, we’re offering up some free range conversation at our third microphone along with some Law / Gospel distinctions in the way of Walther’s thesis 17. So pour yourself a mai tai, get into the aloha spirit, and tune in to another scintillating episode.2010-07-1458 minThe God Whisperers Classic099 - The Law and Gospel Pt 15A little silliness with the special effects board, a somewhat garbled call by a disgruntled listener, Craig’s confusing 2010 for 2001 – A Space Odyssey, and of course, more whisperings of Law and Gospel and their proper distinction from C. F. W. Walther’s theses 15 and 16. The right understanding of conversion, repentance, and faith. Good fun, great theology, here on The God Whisperers.2010-06-2359 minThe God Whisperers Classic098 - The Law and Gospel Pt 14A caller takes issue with one of Donofrio’s statements about forgiveness. Donofrio gets slapped around by Cwirla at the caller’s request. And then it’s on to Thesis 14 of the Proper Distinction of the Law and the Gospel and the improper understanding of faith as a cause of justification. All here on a very physical smack down edition of the God Whisperers.2010-06-1658 minThe God Whisperers Classic096 - The Law and Gospel Pt 12It’s snack time at the God Whisperers. We’re talking Thesis 12 of Walther Law & Gospel and the right relationship of contrition and faith. And oh, by the way, some Barenaked Ladies along with Donofrio’s goofy diet. Great theology and snacks!2010-05-2557 minThe God Whisperers Classic094 - The Law and Gospel Pt 10Craig plays his ukulele (sort of), and we talk about the nature of sin, grace, faith and love from Thesis X of Walther’s Proper Distinction of the Law and the Gospel. Also “Spinal Tap” and a few other cinematic digressions.2010-05-1256 minThe God Whisperers Classic092 - The Law and Gospel Pt 8Cwirla talks about his new iPad, Donofrio discusses his upcoming trip to Hawaii, and then some whisperings about the target of the Law and the Gospel – smug sinners, repentant sinners, and sinners in general. Can you tell the difference? We’re talking about it.2010-04-2857 minThe God Whisperers Classic070 - Augsburg Confession (Article 19)A special “bacon edition” of the God Whisperers. Everything goes better with bacon, right? We’re talking the cause of sin and article 19 of the Augsburg Confession along with frying bacon in the nude. You’ll have to hear it to believe it. Craig has put to together some amazing bump music to top it all off. Wow!
For a good discussion on this article see Concordia: The Book of Concord.2009-11-0258 minThe God Whisperers Classic063 - Augsburg Confession (Article 12)FaceBook culture, Donofrio’s vacation in Hawaii, swimming with sea turtles, Blue Hawaiians, time-shares, 9/11, and finally, a scintillating discussion on AC 12 and the nature of repentance.
A little something for everyone in a very chatty edition of The God Whisperers.2009-09-1557 minThe God Whisperers Classic036 - Confession (Pt 2)More Confession & Absolution talks on The God Whisperers as Craig continues to revel in our “Manly Drs” phone number. There’s some solid catechism talk here on why we shouldn’t neglect confession & absolution. Tune up your ears and listen.2009-01-1958 minThe God Whisperers Classic026 - David MurrowWe have David Murrow at the 3rd microphone in this testosterone-driven edition of The God Whisperers. David is the author of “Why Men Hate Going to Church” and “How Women Help Men Find God.” He also has a couple of guy-oriented web sites: Church for Men and Speaking of Men. Listen to David give Donofrio more ideas for his Guy Church.”2008-11-1156 minThe God Whisperers Classic025 - The Our Father (Pt 5)“Forgive us in the same way as we forgive.” Petition 5 is on the table, though it does take us a while to get there. Lot’s of stuff packed into this episode including why guys are quitting church, Donofrio’s spelling, and Greek food.2008-11-0457 minThe God Whisperers Classic016 - The Creed (3rd Article)Donofrio’s rolling on the floor and Cwirla’s barking like a dog on this installment of the God Whisperers. No, check that. Donofrio’s dog Rufus is rolling and on the floor and barking. Sorry about that. We’re talking the person and work of the Holy Spirit, the bashful member of the undivided holy Trinity. Not every spirit is holy, and not everything “spiritual” is of the Holy Spirit. Have a listen to our whisperings on the 3rd article of the Creed.2008-09-0256 min
The God Whisperers Classic014 - Special BBQ EditionWe’re whispering live from Craig’s backyard in a special “3rd microphone” edition of the God Whisperers. While the steaks and brats are browning on the BBQ, we’re talking with anyone who can take the heat in front of the 3rd mic, including Chris Rosebrough, the founder of Pirate Christian Radio, apologist and campus pastor Mark Jasa, marriage and family therapist Steve Lownes (whose 55th birthday was the occasion of the BBQ), and more. It’s Lutherans gone wild in Craig’s backyard here on The God Whisperers.2008-08-2055 min