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A Word from ZionStuck in a Bad Place? Acts 4Time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. As a congregation, we are walking with the Holy Spirit through the Book of Acts, one chapter at a time, to thrive as the Early Church thrived. With Acts, Chapter 4, we are challenged to look at our burdens differently. After listening to this chat, you may start thanking God for those “burdens,” but this will at least make those burdens a LOT lighter to carry. It is just one chapter but it is PACKED with treasures! To get the message from Sunday for this...
2026-06-0807 min
I Love Maryland HeightsBob Baker | Renaissance Man of Maryland HeightsMaryland Heights, Missouri, is filled with so many wonderful lives and stories to share. Our guest for this chat, “Improv Bob” Baker, is a jack of all trades and master of several! Bob is always up for a new adventure, which has turned him into a professional guitar playing, improv comedy show producing, book writing, class teaching, affirmation creating, theater (or is it theatre?) working, digital production coaching, networking, stutter overcoming, entrepreneurial man of many of skills and talents. As a bonus, he is actually funny! Come, enjoy one of the most enjoyable treasures of our community and meet anot...
2026-06-0637 min
A Word from ZionTimes of Refreshing, Acts 3Time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. As a congregation, we are walking with the Holy Spirit through the Book of Acts, one chapter at a time, to thrive as the Early Church thrived. With this chapter we are challenged to be patient when we don’t get “our miracle” and we see what God wants to do with those who tortured Him. It’s just one chapter but WOW is it packed with treasures! To get the message from Sunday for this chapter as well, please visit https://www.youtube...
2026-06-0107 min
A Word from Zion“I Just Want to Die”Time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. A very sad person shouted, “I just want to die!” in a group recently and we know others are also struggling with feeling happy or needed or noticed or important, so we thought we would share some powerful promises for you which you can also share with others. May God bless His promises to lift us up and empower us to soar.
2026-05-2805 min
A Word from ZionThe Holy Spirit Invades the World, Acts 2Time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. As a congregation, we are walking with the Holy Spirit through the Book of Acts, one chapter at a time, to thrive as the Early Church thrived. With Jesus up in Heaven and the Holy Spirit leading the Church, how does the launch go? This is the beginning of how the Church is today, an unbroken line of… well, you’ll see…
2026-05-2508 min
I Love Maryland HeightsAshley Hundelt | Stained-Glass Artist of Maryland HeightsMaryland Heights, Missouri, is filled with so many wonderful lives and stories to share. Our guest for this chat, Ashley Hundelt, is an artist sharing her creativity in so many ways and she is a scrappy problem solver as an “artrepreneur” with her stained-glass masterpieces, her dancing, her coaching, and so much more. Come, enjoy the colorful vibrancy of our community and meet another reason why I love Maryland Heights! To enjoy Ashley’s artwork and to pick out the perfect gifts and décor, you can find her at www.instagram.com/p/DSdOsA4krcm an...
2026-05-2046 min
A Word from ZionThe Journey Begins and Jesus Is Gone, Acts 1Time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. As a congregation, we are walking with the Holy Spirit through the Book of Acts, one chapter at a time, to thrive as the Early Church thrived. And now the journey begins… and Jesus… left…!? Also, did the prophecies make Judas betray Jesus?
2026-05-1806 min
I Love Maryland HeightsJoni Wallace | Family Fun This Summer in and Around Maryland HeightsMaryland Heights, Missouri, is filled with so many wonderful lives and stories to share. Our guest for this chat, Joni Wallace, is a professional Preschool teacher, which means she knows how to keep a room of children interested, engaged, safe, and excited. Joni is exceptionally good at finding all sorts of things and events in the home and in the area to share life with our little ones. Come, enjoy how exciting your Summer can be in and around Maryland Heights, giving us so many more reasons for why I love Maryland Heights!To connect...
2026-05-0635 min
A Word from ZionHalf Christians | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Even the closest friends and followers of Jesus struggled with only doing half the faith and it is so easy for us as well. To prevent them from being “half-Christians,” God sent them James, the half-brother of Jesus. To help you not be a half-Christian, He is sending you this faith booster. In less than nine minutes this may change everything for you in the most wonderful way.
2026-04-2409 min
A Word from ZionIn a Sick and Dying World… | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Sometimes we miss the gifts of God because we notice something we don’t like. What major things could we be missing out on enjoying? Can we become our own worst enemy? One simple phrase may turn this all around.
2026-04-1708 min
I Love Maryland HeightsJamison White | Chief of Police of Maryland HeightsMaryland Heights, Missouri, is filled with so many wonderful lives and stories to share. Our guest for this chat, Jamison White, has served as a police officer for nearly thirty years and has just been chosen to be the next Chief of Police for all of Maryland Heights. He joins us to share what it is like to be a police officer, great life tips, how to get out of a ticket, his hobbies, and so much more. Enjoy another wonderful peek into our great community and another reason why I love Maryland Heights! For...
2026-04-1538 min
A Word from ZionHoly Saturday and the Chaotic Silence | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. After Jesus died on the Cross, it was a very, very quiet Saturday, filled with terror, dread, chaos, fear… and painful silence. What do we do when God seems silent? What do we do when Heaven seems silent? What do we do when we believe all our hopes are dead, buried, and gone?
2026-04-0404 min
I Love Maryland HeightsAshley Salazar | Gymnast & Ninja Manager of Maryland HeightsMaryland Heights, Missouri, is filled with so many wonderful lives and stories to share. Our guest for this chat, Ashley Salazar, manager of Team Central and Ninja Central, is one of those people making the lives and stories of others so much more confident, connected, capable, and courageous. Enjoy another wonderful peek into our great community and another reason why I love Maryland Heights! To connect or see more on Ashley Salazar, Team Central, and Ninja Central, check out www.teamcentral.org or call 314.291.0101.
2026-04-0130 min
A Word from ZionDid Easter Really Happen? | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. If Jesus rose, it was 1,993 years ago, which is a long time ago. Is there any way to be certain that something so miraculous took place so long ago when all we have are things that ancient people wrote down? In less than 7.5 minutes, you may be surprised how much we can know for certain, without a doubt.
2026-03-3007 min
A Word from ZionWithout a Doubt | A Word from ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. A youth at Zion asked me to prove that God exists if you agree with someone about nothing. Can a Christian really make a case with nothing to go on? Absolutely. Here is one quick, easy way to be and to believe without a doubt.
2026-03-2604 min
I Love Maryland HeightsJaime Zayas | Circus Performer & Trainer of Maryland HeightsJaime Zayas left Puerto Rico for Maryland Heights, where he and his wife Vanessa started their own circus school, Kinetic Tapestry. He shares incredible stories from nearly becoming an engineer to building a life in the circus world. Ever thought about being a professional clown, or just finding a workout you actually enjoy? Can you juggle? Either way, you’ll love this conversation and Jaime is yet another reason why I love Maryland Heights.Do you want to learn the ins and outs of Circus arts or just get some exercise in a unique way ch...
2026-03-1846 min
A Word from ZionPatrick, I Wishest Thou Wert Irish | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Patrick knew this so well that he left his home to bring the Word even to his owners and he changed all of Ireland… and our calendars. Grab your green and give this a listen to see what makes Patrick worth a whole day
2026-03-1607 min
A Word from ZionA Word From Zion - Ep 32 - Revelation 1:1-11 | A Word From ZionWelcome to the first episode of Deep Bible Dive. The most common book requested for Bible study and the most argued about book in the Bible is Revelation, so take a deep dive into Revelation with us.
2026-03-0609 min
I Love Maryland HeightsRuss Wurl | An Extraordinary Retiree From Maryland HeightsRuss Wurl, a 92-year-old gentleman, who has lived in Maryland Heights for many decades comes to share his life stories and how Maryland Heights has been a critical piece of his happiness, family, and life. Russ continues to move, groove, and improve the lives of others. Russ is amazing and another reason why I Love Maryland Heights!Russ can be alway be found after Church services on Sunday at Zion Lutheran Church or at Higher Grounds playing domino's on any given day.
2026-03-0446 min
A Word from ZionBored in Eternity? | A Word From ZionHave you ever thought that eternity will be boring? Will we just play harps and sing? Will we ever get tired of partying, riding dinosaurs, and sharing stories? Once again, time in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother, even as we look forward to forever. Come, take a stroll with me!
2026-02-2008 min
I Love Maryland HeightsCindy Goodnetter | Massage Therapist & Instructor of Maryland HeightsCindy Goodnetter, Massage Expert, has a thriving massage place and school here in Maryland Heights, called, “A Gathering Place.” She has taught countless massage therapists over many years who do not just help people relax but also recover from injuries and limitations. Cindy has a vibrant love for people and is another reason why I Love Maryland Heights!If you need a massage or want to learn more about massage training reach out to Cindy or anyone over at their wonderful team who can be found at:https://www.agatheringplace.com/314.739.5559
2026-02-1531 min
I Love Maryland HeightsJohn Kistler | Computer Expert of Maryland HeightsDo you know John Kistler from J&B Tech? He fixes broken computers, recovers lost data, and turns tech disasters into minor speed bumps. John Kistler is one of the many reasons to love Maryland Heights.Maryland Heights is more than a dot on the map outside St. Louis. It’s a community full of great people, hidden gems, good food, and new experiences waiting to happen. This podcast explores what makes Maryland Heights, Missouri special. Come get to know it with us.If you need ANY computer help reach out to John or...
2026-02-0738 min
A Word from ZionYour Paradise Name, Revelation 2:17 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. One special perk is that God has a very personalized, individualized name planned for you in Paradise. Did you ever notice that in the Word of God before now? Take a peek at Revelation 2:17 and take this Word-walk with me!
2026-01-2410 min
Thy Strong Word from KFUO RadioJohn 2:1–11: The Magnificent 37: Water to Wine; Peter’s Mother-in-LawThe account of Jesus’ first recorded miracle begins with the observation: “They have no more wine” (v. 3) and ends with the host declaring, “you have saved the best [wine] till now” (v. 10)! With the arrival of Jesus, comes a time of miracles—signs—that the old wine is no more and the new wine of god’s grace and mercy has arrived. Christ is the Word, spoke the Word, and demonstrated it with power. From the quiet intimacy of water turning to wine at Cana to the earth-shaking reality of the empty tomb, the Gospels record thirty-seven distinct moments where Jesus suspended the...
2026-01-0956 min
Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness PodcastChristmas and the Nineteen Houses You Pass: Mark Femmel - Bonus Ep 47Text the Show or Leave a VoicemailThis is our Christmas Bonus Episode for 2025! Today's guest is police chaplain Mark Femmel from St Louis. We're talking about the goodness of police officers, ride alongs, Christmas services at church, and Mark has a special Christmas message for you.Music is by Audionautix and by Kevin MacLeodHey Chaplain Bonus Episode 47Tags: Christmas, Chaplains, Church, Holidays, Ministers, Morale, Police, Kansas City, St Louis, Kansas, MissouriSupport the show
2025-12-2220 min
A Word from ZionDealing with Demons | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. So, what IS the deal with demons? Can we be sure they even exist? Are those just things that kids believe in? Can we talk with the dead? Is there any real problem? Isn't it just a little fun? Well, here is what we know, not just from the Bible, but also from our own experiences. Here is the deal with Demons.
2025-10-2712 min
A Word from ZionHalloween, Costumes, and Demons | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. With Halloween coming up, here are a few thoughts to share.
2025-10-0308 min
A Word from ZionThe Fear of God | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Maybe "you ain't 'fraid of no ghosts!" but maybe you should be afraid of God? or maybe not? or maybe a little? The fear of God... let's get into it.
2025-09-1605 min
A Word from ZionThe Trinity, All Three... Err... One... Uhh... | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. How do you explain God to children... or to a friend... or to yourself? Is the God of the Old Testament one God and then God changed to Three in the New Testament? Welcome to important mysteries unraveled!
2025-06-1512 min
A Word from ZionPsalm 23, Part 2 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Here is the most popular Psalm, Psalm 23, and it has so much to enjoy. The next time you hear this, it will be so much deeper and so much more powerful, so let the gifts begin to flow!
2025-05-2912 min
Hey Chaplain: The Police Wellness Podcast113 - Frontline Chaplain Stories - Kids, Animals, and Patrol Chaplaincy: Mark FemmelText the Show or Leave a VoicemailToday's guest is chaplain Mark Femmel. Mark is a friend of mine who is a chaplain in St Louis, Missouri. I brought Mark on today because he's a kindred spirit and I know he has a lot of great experience to share. Today we're talking about chaplaincy generally and how it's the same and different between St Louis and Kansas City. We're also talking about the trauma police endure when confronted with innocent victims like children and animals.Music is by Chris Haugen and by LesF...
2025-05-1942 min
A Word from ZionPsalm 23, Part 1 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Here is the most popular Psalm, Psalm 23, and it has so much to enjoy. The next time you hear this, it will be so much deeper and so much more powerful, so let the gifts begin to flow!
2025-05-1510 min
A Word from ZionHow did I miss this every time until now!? Revelation 1–3 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. Have you ever read a part of the Bible and suddenly notice something you missed so many times? It just happened to me, AGAIN, in Revelation 1–3. There is always more to find... so many treasures! Check this out (and enjoy with me one of my favorite books of the Bible!)!
2025-05-0108 min
A Word from ZionYou Did Not Need the Cross | A Word From ZionWhat would have been different if Jesus never died on the Cross? Was it all that necessary? The answer may surprise you. After this chat, you may never look at the Cross the same way ever again.
2025-04-1609 min
A Word from ZionA Little More, from Matthew 14 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. This is the message Pastor Mark Femmel shared with the 400 students and staff of Lutheran North Middle & High School here in St. Louis this past Friday. It's a peek into why so many were drawn to Jesus and how He invites us to lead with Him.
2025-04-0311 min
A Word from ZionThrough the Lions' Den, Daniel 6 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. In case you missed our Wednesday messages or in case you need a quick recap reminder, here is a taste of our recent walking with Daniel, into and out of our lions' dens.
2025-03-2013 min
A Word from ZionStrolling with God, Luke 1:26–56 | A Word From ZionTime in the Word makes time in the world so much smoother. God's lifting up of outsiders and regulars continues as we stroll with Him through the biography of Jesus written by Luke. Come with us to Nazareth and a town that is too small to even be named, all as God reaches out to each of us.
2025-03-0515 min
A Word from ZionStrolling with God, Luke 1:1–25 | A Word From ZionWe are all outsiders, aren't we? What about when we feel outside of God's grace or outside of God's attention? Stroll with me as we stroll with God through His own biography, written by Luke and treasured ever since.
2025-02-2611 min
Family ShieldTeaching the Faith to Preschoolers – Part 1/5How do you talk to people that are much younger than you, that are facing a world much different than you, but take eternal truths and put it on their level? It's so easy to talk over the heads of our smallest of brothers and sisters, the smallest of people live and are entrusted to our care. So by the end of this short conversation you are going to have a lot more ability to take the phenomenal truths that God has breathed into you, to breathe that into the smallest of people entrusted to our care. Welcome to Family...
2025-02-2528 minFamily ShieldImagine Heaven Part 1 of 2What would it be like to just die right now? A lot of people would be terrified. A lot of people are just not ready–too much to do, and it's scary, we haven't been there before. But some have and they have a wonderful story to share. So today we have a blessing and an opportunity to have an incredible conversation with a pastor named John Burke, who if you have not already heard anything about him you are going to love him and love his work because he started out not knowing the answers and God has graciously al...
2025-02-1228 minFamily ShieldImagine Heaven Part 1 of 2What would it be like to just die right now? A lot of people would be terrified. A lot of people are just not ready–too much to do, and it's scary, we haven't been there before. But some have and they have a wonderful story to share. So today we have a blessing and an opportunity to have an incredible conversation with a pastor named John Burke, who if you have not already heard anything about him you are going to love him and love his work because he started out not knowing the answers and God has graciously al...
2025-02-1200 minFamily ShieldRev. Mark Femmel and Rev. Mark Frith Interview with Kay Meyer Part 3 of 3After being in broadcast ministry for about 40 years, Kay Meyer is about to take a step back, and we know what that means--she's gonna find something else to do.
"I'm waiting on the Lord to open doors," answered Kay.
That's right. But after 40 years, she has had an amazing track record with all sorts of guests and all sorts of topics and all sorts of opportunities that the Lord has opened up.
So this is our part three of a showcase of Kay Meyer, the founder and minister behind and under Family Shield Ministries.
She has washed our feet through...
2025-01-2900 minFamily ShieldRev. Mark Femmel and Rev. Mark Frith Interview with Kay Meyer Part 2 of 3Family Shield Ministries is based on Ephesians 6 – the shield of faith, not just for us but in ancient times sometimes shields are so big that they would interlock with the shield of the person next to you or it’s a big shield where he could protect not just yourself but like God, the mighty fortress. And so Family Shield Ministries from the very beginning and all along the way, has been about shielding the family under your care as God shields all of us, including your people, as a part of his family. So welcome to Family Shield Ministries. Toda...
2025-01-1500 minFamily ShieldRev. Mark Femmel and Rev. Mark Frith Interview with Kay Meyer Part 1 of 3Right now it is so easy to just get in your car in the garage, open the door, drive out, go about your life in your own cubicle, in your own little lane, and your own office, and then drive, home park in your garage, put the garage door down, and then then you just go inside and take care of your own family. But today we have an incredible opportunity to spend some time with somebody who refused to park in the garage and just keep her nose to herself and just keep her nose out of everybody else’s...
2024-12-3100 minFamily ShieldI Want Him to Want MeWelcome back to Family Shield Ministries listeners. It is a privilege and a delight to have a little bit of your time today. My name is Mark Femmel, Pastor here in St Louis and with Family Shield Ministries. I came across a book by somebody that I'm very excited to share with you today–Sheri Mueller. She is an incredible blessing because she put a book that addresses the pain that 30% of wives are silently struggling with. 30% of wives are critically unhappy in their relationship in their marriage because of the one thing we're going to talk about. Now that do...
2024-12-1127 minFamily ShieldSeven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry-Part OneWelcome back lovely listeners to Family Shield Ministries podcast and radio show. This is Mark Femmel, the pastor in St Louis and cohost. I'm excited to have this conversation because almost every church I have ever met has a problem-a youth problem, and that is, when we just kind of do business as normal, our kids grow up and graduate from the faith. Sometimes that's right there at confirmation. Sometimes that's when they graduate high school and go off to college and we never see them again. And today we have a person who is a specialist-well trained, well educated...
2024-11-1427 min
Family ShieldThe Disciple Dilemma: Rethinking and Reforming How The Church Does DiscipleshipWelcome back to Family Shield Ministries folks. I’m Mark Femmel, pastor in St Louis, and with Family Feud Ministries. I got an exciting opportunity. I got an opportunity to get my hands on a book by Dennis Allen called The Disciple Dilemma, and it is the answer to prayers and all the things that the church can do better; it's something that I've been struggling with. Can Christians thrive just showing up for church on Sunday morning; just an hour on Sunday morning? We’ve been doing it a long time, and we’re still here. So it must not be...
2024-10-2927 minFamily ShieldJourney Through Church HistoryMy name is Mark Femmel in St. Louis and I am blessed to have a conversation with somebody who has written the book that I wish I could give to myself as a kid. This is from Concordia publishing house and it is a journey through church history. Christa Petzold has written this book and is a tremendous gift of just short bedtime stories, or reading it in the car stories. It really showcases the people who have come before us that have handed down the faith to us telling us and raising us in the faith to say, that...
2024-10-1527 min
A Word from ZionA Conversation with Hope Kane, Part 2 | A Word From ZionHope Kane, a member of Zion and a college student, is walking closely with God and sharing her joy with us. Our conversation together showcases what it's like to be on a college campus today, what we can pray about, and shows us the great hands in which our future sits. Here is the second half of one conversation with a fascinating part of the Family of God.
2024-10-0234 minFamily ShieldGod’s Encouraging WordWelcome to all of our listeners to Family Shield Ministries. My name is Mark Femmel and I'm a pastor and I'm co-host of Family Shield Ministries. The big question we have today is how can you have the right words to help people, not hurt more? Sometimes at funerals and terrible tragedies or events or something that's bad news has just happened, and we say the worst things. So today with us is Faith Doerr, and she is here to be an incredible blessing, to help us say what we really wanna say, because as Christians, we have not just...
2024-10-0127 min
A Word from ZionA Conversation with Hope Kane, Part 1 | A Word From ZionHope Kane, a member of Zion and a college student, is walking closely with God and sharing her joy with us. Our conversation together showcases what it's like to be on a college campus today, what we can pray about, and shows us the great hands in which our future sits. Here is the first half of one conversation with a fascinating part of the Family of God.
2024-09-1828 minFamily ShieldThe Men We NeedHello Family Shield Ministries folks. This is Mark Femmel coming to you with a very unique book, The Men We Need. it's a very unique book because often times the church is for women, and women feel at home in the church, and women often times have a major struggle to bring their guys to church, and if you’ve got a guy like that in your life, or maybe your guy who doesn't see the joy of walking With Jesus, and the power and the triumph of walking with Jesus, or maybe you don’t feel like the kind of m...
2024-09-1828 min
A Word from ZionA Conversation with Rolland Woodcock, Part 2 | A Word From ZionRolland Woodcock, a member of Zion since AD 1939, has been around along time, not just at Zion but all around the USA and Canada as well, in addition to his international experiences during his time in the US Navy. He is filled with nearly a century of stories and experiences to share, including how he met his bride of more than 70 years, Miriam Woodcock. Here is the second half of one conversation with a fascinating part of the Family of God.
2024-09-0437 min
A Word from ZionA Conversation with Rolland Woodcock, Part 1 | A Word From ZionRolland Woodcock, a member of Zion since AD 1939, has been around along time, not just at Zion but all around the USA and Canada as well, in addition to his international experiences during his time in the US Navy for World War II. He is filled with nearly a century of stories and experiences to share. Here is the first half of one conversation with a fascinating part of the Family of God.
2024-08-1548 min
A Word from ZionA Conversation with John Rommel | A Word From ZionJohn Rommel, a member of Zion, has big news and is stepping up in a big way—he is hoping to be the Missouri State Representative for District 87 (which is all of Maryland Heights along with parts of Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, and Bridgeton, as well as several unincorporated areas of the St. Louis County). Since John is a part of the Family of God here at Zion, we asked him to share about his walk with God, why he is stepping into politics, and what is most important on his heart. Here is that conversation.
To follow up...
2024-07-3046 min
A Word from ZionJob, Part 5 - Finally, A Happy Ending | A Word From ZionWhy do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Why do terrible things happen across the world? Is God asleep? Is God confused? Is God good? Is He even paying attention? All great questions... and God's answers have been waiting for you in one of the hardest books of the Bible... Job. Enjoy this quick dive into the Book of Job, part 5 of 5.
2024-07-0807 min
A Word from ZionJob, Part 4 - The Tornado Pulpit | A Word From ZionWhy do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Why do terrible things happen across the world? Is God asleep? Is God confused? Is God good? Is He even paying attention? All great questions... and God's answers have been waiting for you in one of the hardest books of the Bible... Job. Enjoy this quick dive into the Book of Job, part 4 of 5.
2024-07-0415 min
A Word from ZionJob, Part 3 - Friends in Low Places | A Word From ZionWhy do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Why do terrible things happen across the world? Is God asleep? Is God confused? Is God good? Is He even paying attention? All great questions... and God's answers have been waiting for you in one of the hardest books of the Bible... Job. Enjoy this quick dive into the Book of Job, part 3 of 5.
2024-07-0114 min
A Word from ZionJob, Part 2 - Dear God, Are You Blind!? | A Word From ZionWhy do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Why do terrible things happen across the world? Is God asleep? Is God confused? Is God good? Is He even paying attention? All great questions... and God's answers have been waiting for you in one of the hardest books of the Bible... Job. Enjoy this quick dive into the Book of Job, part 2 of 5.
2024-06-2710 min
A Word from ZionJob, Part 1 - Why does God bless the Bad and gut punch the Good? | A Word From ZionWhy do good things happen to bad people and bad things happen to good people? Why do terrible things happen across the world? Is God asleep? Is God confused? Is God good? Is He even paying attention? All great questions... and God's answers have been waiting for you in one of the hardest books of the Bible... Job. Enjoy this quick dive into the Book of Job, part 1 of 5.
2024-06-2414 min
A Word from ZionWhat did we do!? May, AD 2024 | A Word From ZionYou saw what we do on Sundays in May, but you may have missed a lot of the other opportunities and calls to serve which we were blessed to embrace all month long, so, what did we do in May? Here is a ministry update of what we got to do together last month.
2024-06-1710 min
A Word from ZionWhere are MY miracles? - Something Different with Elisha | A Word From ZionJune 14: Elisha Day! Elisha was no Elijah, that's for sure! Elijah did way more powerful and epic miracles... then came Elisha... major letdown? maybe better? This is a great day to think about why we don't get all the miracles we see in the Bible. Is there something wrong with our faiths? Do we not trust enough? Are we just not among God's favorites? Here is another Word from Zion!
2024-06-1409 min
A Word from ZionWhy doesn't the Word of God Work? - God Shouted through Boniface | A Word From ZionJune 5... the Festival of Boniface! He wanted to reach to unreachables—the German barbarians! He was patient and then things started to move very quickly. It was not a good day... or century... to be Thor. With God's work through Boniface, Thor began to lose his borrowed throne.
2024-06-0508 min
A Word from ZionTaking a Stand When It's Hard (or Easy!) - Jesus Raised Up Justin | A Word From ZionJune 1... the Festival of Justin Martyr! He was brilliant and gifted with words, until some old man showed him how much he did not know... then he couldn't stop talking! Justin spoke in the marketplaces and even wrote letters to Roman Emperors! He was FEARLESS! How can we get that bold?
2024-06-0111 min
A Word from ZionLoving or Hurting Our Loved Ones - Jesus Enlisted Constantine | A Word From ZionMay 21... the Festival of Constantine! He was living for himself and hurting everyone around him... until Jesus. Constantine is a story like Paul, the Apostle. Though the Early Church was terrified of him, Jesus stepped in and changed everything. Check out what happened for us, for each of us, at the Milvian Bridge by the hand of God. From this epic history, we can see an instant way we can show love to others.
2024-05-2117 min
A Word from ZionThat One Missing Thing - Psalm 73:28a | A Word From ZionWhat if the reason something is going sideways in your life is something you can entirely avoid? Do you ever feel like you are missing something that others have figured out? I found a hidden treasure in Psalm 73:28. Enjoy!
2024-05-1706 minThy Strong Word from KFUO RadioProverbs 14:19-35: The Heart's ConditionSolomon offers a profound exploration of the righteous versus the wicked, the wise versus the foolish, and the tranquil heart versus the anxious spirit. Each verse serves as a mirror, reflecting back not only individual character but also societal values, urging readers to choose wisdom and integrity. As these proverbs unfold, they reveal timeless truths about humility, kindness, and the fear of the Lord, which promises to be a strong foundation in a tumultuous world.The Rev. Dr. Mark Femmel, pastor of Zion Lutheran Church in Maryland Heights, MO, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil...
2024-05-0257 min
A Word from ZionWhat will eternal life be like? | A Word From ZionWhat will eternal life be like? What will we do forever in Paradise? Will we just be singing all the time? Will we recognize anyone? Won't we all get bored? Will our pets make it? What about the dinosaurs? Will there be old people? Will there be babies? Come, listen in to enjoy the spectacular glory of God's promises. God has spoken too much for us to just keep scratching our heads about the day when the saints go marching in!
2024-02-1417 minFamily ShieldJews for Jesus – Part 2Hello and welcome to Family Shield Ministries. We are on mission to help families walk together and with each other, and of course to walk with God. I’m Pastor Mark Femmel, part of the Family Shield Ministries crew, and I am blessed to share the microphone, usually blessed by Kay Meyer. Today we have once again, a special guest David Brickner, who is the Executive Director of a pretty wonderful ministry, especially if you were listening last time, of all the wonderful doors that God is opening through the Old Testament. Executive Director of Jews for Jesus, which is an...
2024-01-3128 minFamily ShieldJews For Jesus – Part 1Hello and welcome to Family Shield Ministries. We are on mission to help families walk together with each other and with God. I am Pastor Mark Femmel, part of the Family Shield Ministries crew and I'm blessed to share the microphone, usually blessed, by Kay Meyer. Today we have a very special guest, David Brickner, who is the Executive Director of a very unique ministry, Jews For Jesus. Jews For Jesus is an international Christian missionary organization headquartered in San Francisco, California.
2024-01-2328 minFamily ShieldThe Museum of the Bible – Rev. Mark Femmel with Guest Dr. Jeffrey KlohaHello and welcome to Family Shield Ministries. We are both a podcast and a radio program, so it's pretty exciting. My question for you is have you ever been in that moment where you're sitting in church and the pastor does it again - he looks at you and somehow he knows you haven't been reading the Bible. And he looks at you and says, “You should really start reading the Bible. It’s the Word of Life, it’s good - the more you’re in the Word, the freer you are.” Then you do that thing where you nod but on...
2023-09-2028 minFamily ShieldWitnessing in Our Daily LivesHow can a coffee shop be used to introduce people to Christ? How can we as Christians learn to open up conversations and build trusting relationships with those we meet in our community? Join us today as I talk with Reverend Mark Femmel, a member of the Family Shield Ministries board of directors and pastor of Zion Lutheran Church in Maryland Heights, Missouri. We'll learn about Higher Ground Coffee Shop at Zion and we’ll learn what Rev. Femmel does as a volunteer police chaplain for the St Louis County and the Maryland Heights Police Department.
2023-05-0428 min
Let's Talk! The Pastor Is In - from KFUO RadioFriday Sharathon Edition - 2019/04/26On Sharathon today, Rev. Mark Femmel and Rachel Bomberger join Sarah Gulseth to talk about the mission of KFUO Radio and encourage you to support us. Give today at kfuo.org/sharathon.
2019-04-2700 min