Dr. Gordon Anderson
Leadership Development
River Valley Podcast
Dr. Gordon Anderson
Episode 99: Pastor Rob Ketterling discusses the challenges pastors face, ways to stay strong and avoid burnout, and strategies for achieving longevity in ministry. He emphasizes setting guardrails, using up vacation time, staying in awe of the wonders of ministry. The episode concludes with practical advice for pastors to navigate challenges, build a strong team, and strive for longevity in ministry.
"A steward is someone employed to manage someone else's property." Pastor Rob preaches on the importance of being a good steward with what the Lord has generously given us.
Pastor Kirk talks about Pastor Rob’s message Behold Messiah, a TikTok Testimony who walked into the Apple Valley campus, and the power of inviting someone who doesn’t have a relationship with the Lord to the Christmas Spectacular! Stay until the end of the episode for prayer and worship!
What do you need to put down to pick up what God is asking you to carry? Pastor Gabi O’Rourke preaches on the Bible and what happens when we fear the Lord.
Pastor Davey Collins preaches on praise! "A lot of the things we wonder about and worry about on this side of eternity is not going to occupy any of our mind or thoughts as we get to Heaven." We need to start thinking with a heaven-minded perspective and praise no matter what is going on!
Talking Church Episode 113: Logan is joined by Dr. Gail Ferguson to talk about the impact media has on children's development. They discuss the role of parents in guiding their child's media consumption. The episode also dives into the nuances of social media usage, highlighting its effects on mental health and the importance of fostering media literacy skills.*The views expressed in this podcast episode are solely the responsibility of speakers and do not represent the official views of the University of Minnesota.*“What should I know about my child’s media use?” Top 10 screen time recommendations for parents: | Culture and Family Life Lab
On this week's episode of the podcast, Pastor Kirk and Pastor Logan talk about the recent tragedy that happened in Burnsville, Minnesota. They also recap the message from this weekend, which was by guest George Kamel, who is from Ramsey Solutions. Stay until the end of the podcast for a time of prayer and worship.
Episode 109: A few members of the worship team at River Valley Church join Logan on the podcast this week. Ben Cruse, Bella Stebbins, and Emily Havens talk about developing volunteer worship teams and practical ways they have encouraged and led their teams in different areas.
Pastor Logan and Pastor Kirk talk about spontaneous baptisms at the Eagan campus, the light of Jesus Christ, and demonic forces. Stay until the end of the episode for prayer and worship!
Pastor Kirk and Logan are back on this week's episode of the River Valley Podcast. They talk about Logan and Pastor Rob's trip to Singapore, hating your job, and about the MN Senate Update. Stay until the end of the episode for a time of prayer and worship.
Pastor Logan and Pastor Kirk talk about the resilience of chickens in the freezing temperatures in Minnesota, about the vision of 247 that the Lord gave Pastor Rob for the church this year, and there is also a testimonial from a family that is apart of the 500. Stay until the end of the podcast for prayer, praise, and worship!
There is not a new episode of the podcast this week, but tune in next week for a new episode. In the meantime, feel free to watch the Christmas Spectacular here: We hope you had a great Christmas!