Lutheran Church of The Cross Podcasts

Welcome to the weekly audio podcast for Lutheran Church of the Cross in Altoona, IA where we believe in practical faith - faith that makes a difference in your every day life. Our desire is that this podcast will give you tools to implement faith throughout your week. Visit us at lccaltoona.org.

Practice What You Preach: Relating with Compassion 10/20/2026

Practice What You Preach: Relating with Compassion Practicing What You Preach It’s one thing to say what we believe. It’s harder—and far more compelling—to live it. In a world that has grown skeptical of the church, God calls us to follow Him with humility, serve others with joy, and relate to people with compassion—even when no one is looking. Let's change people's perceptions of the church by practicing what you preach. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/43373709

Practice What You Preach: Serving With Joy 10/13/2026

Practice What You Preach: Serving With Joy Practicing What You Preach It’s one thing to say what we believe. It’s harder—and far more compelling—to live it. In a world that has grown skeptical of the church, God calls us to follow Him with humility, serve others with joy, and relate to people with compassion—even when no one is looking. Let's change people's perceptions of the church by practicing what you preach. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/43278338

Practice What You Preach: Following with Humility 10/06/2026

Practice What You Preach: Following with Humility Practicing What You Preach It’s one thing to say what we believe. It’s harder—and far more compelling—to live it. In a world that has grown skeptical of the church, God calls us to follow Him with humility, serve others with joy, and relate to people with compassion—even when no one is looking. Let's change people's perceptions of the church by practicing what you preach. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/43194213

Making Room: Find Your People 09/29/2026

Making Room: Find Your People Making Room This fall, we’re exploring what it means to Make Room—not just in our building, but in our lives. In a world that constantly fills our time, attention, and hearts, we’ll learn what it looks like to clear the clutter, simplify our lives, and make room for Jesus. Because when we make room for God, we discover that what we need most isn’t more—it’s Jesus. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/43073853

Making Room: AI, Tech and Practical Faith 09/22/2026

Making Room: AI, Tech and Practical Faith Making Room This fall, we’re exploring what it means to Make Room—not just in our building, but in our lives. In a world that constantly fills our time, attention, and hearts, we’ll learn what it looks like to clear the clutter, simplify our lives, and make room for Jesus. Because when we make room for God, we discover that what we need most isn’t more—it’s Jesus. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42993373

Making Room: Jesus is Everything 09/15/2026

Making Room: Jesus is Everything Making Room This fall, we’re exploring what it means to Make Room—not just in our building, but in our lives. In a world that constantly fills our time, attention, and hearts, we’ll learn what it looks like to clear the clutter, simplify our lives, and make room for Jesus. Because when we make room for God, we discover that what we need most isn’t more—it’s Jesus. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42911707

Making Room: Your Heart, Christ's Home 09/09/2026

Making Room: Your Heart, Christ's Home LCC Making Room This fall, we’re exploring what it means to Make Room—not just in our building, but in our lives. In a world that constantly fills our time, attention, and hearts, we’ll learn what it looks like to clear the clutter, simplify our lives, and make room for Jesus. Because when we make room for God, we discover that what we need most isn’t more—it’s Jesus. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42843770

Now Streaming: Run Your Own Race 09/01/2026

Now Streaming: Run Your Own Race Now Streaming Every day we experience stories. Some make us laugh. Some inspire us. Some challenge the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this series, we'll explore popular TV shows and discover how their themes point us to deeper truths about life, relationships, purpose, and the God who wrote the greatest story of all. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42645590

Now Streaming: Raising the Next Generation 08/25/2026

Now Streaming: Raising the Next Generation Now Streaming Every day we experience stories. Some make us laugh. Some inspire us. Some challenge the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this series, we'll explore popular TV shows and discover how their themes point us to deeper truths about life, relationships, purpose, and the God who wrote the greatest story of all. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42551265

Now Streaming: Loving Difficult People 08/18/2026

Now Streaming: Loving Difficult People Now Streaming Every day we experience stories. Some make us laugh. Some inspire us. Some challenge the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this series, we'll explore popular TV shows and discover how their themes point us to deeper truths about life, relationships, purpose, and the God who wrote the greatest story of all. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42476350

Now Streaming: Unconditional Love 08/11/2026

Now Streaming: Unconditional Love Now Streaming Every day we experience stories. Some make us laugh. Some inspire us. Some challenge the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this series, we'll explore popular TV shows and discover how their themes point us to deeper truths about life, relationships, purpose, and the God who wrote the greatest story of all. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42392050

Now Streaming: Believe 08/04/2026

Now Streaming: Believe Now Streaming Every day we experience stories. Some make us laugh. Some inspire us. Some challenge the way we see ourselves and the world around us. In this series, we'll explore popular TV shows and discover how their themes point us to deeper truths about life, relationships, purpose, and the God who wrote the greatest story of all. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42314445

Faith Under Construction: What God is Really Doing 07/28/2026

Faith Under Construction: What God is Really Doing Faith Under Construction As construction begins around us, God wants to do a deeper work within us. Join us for a journey through Nehemiah as we discover how God rebuilds our faith, calls us to a greater purpose, helps us persevere through challenges, and reveals what He's really building—not just a building, but His people. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42242180

Faith Under Construction: The Moment Most People Quit 07/21/2026

Faith Under Construction: The Moment Most People Quit Faith Under Construction As construction begins around us, God wants to do a deeper work within us. Join us for a journey through Nehemiah as we discover how God rebuilds our faith, calls us to a greater purpose, helps us persevere through challenges, and reveals what He's really building—not just a building, but His people. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42170750

Faith Under Construction: Everyone Builds 07/14/2026

Faith Under Construction: Everyone Builds Faith Under Construction As construction begins around us, God wants to do a deeper work within us. Join us for a journey through Nehemiah as we discover how God rebuilds our faith, calls us to a greater purpose, helps us persevere through challenges, and reveals what He's really building—not just a building, but His people. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/42071530

Faith Under Construction: Start With Me 07/07/2026

Faith Under Construction: Start With Me Faith Under Construction As construction begins around us, God wants to do a deeper work within us. Join us for a journey through Nehemiah as we discover how God rebuilds our faith, calls us to a greater purpose, helps us persevere through challenges, and reveals what He's really building—not just a building, but His people. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41993370

Won't You Be My Neighbor: When They Ask Why 06/30/2026

Won't You Be My Neighbor: When They Ask Why Won't You Be My Neighbor In a world marked by loneliness and division, Jesus calls us to love the people right in front of us. In this four-week series, inspired by Mr. Rogers and the way of Jesus, we'll learn how connection, compassion, prayer, and sharing our hope can change our neighborhoods—and us. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41907410

Won't You Be My Neighbor: Can I Pray for You? 06/23/2026

Won't You Be My Neighbor: Can I Pray for You? Won't You Be My Neighbor In a world marked by loneliness and division, Jesus calls us to love the people right in front of us. In this four-week series, inspired by Mr. Rogers and the way of Jesus, we'll learn how connection, compassion, prayer, and sharing our hope can change our neighborhoods—and us. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41744920

Won't You Be My Neighbor: The Problem with Passing By 06/16/2026

Won't You Be My Neighbor: The Problem with Passing By Won't You Be My Neighbor In a world marked by loneliness and division, Jesus calls us to love the people right in front of us. In this four-week series, inspired by Mr. Rogers and the way of Jesus, we'll learn how connection, compassion, prayer, and sharing our hope can change our neighborhoods—and us. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41664640

Won't You Be My Neighbor - Connecting Changes Everything 06/09/2026

Won't You Be My Neighbor - Connecting Changes Everything Won't You Be My Neighbor In a world marked by loneliness and division, Jesus calls us to love the people right in front of us. In this four-week series, inspired by Mr. Rogers and the way of Jesus, we'll learn how connection, compassion, prayer, and sharing our hope can change our neighborhoods—and us. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41586845

Knowing God: Why Do I Struggle? 06/04/2026

Knowing God: Why Do I Struggle? Knowing God Knowing God isn’t as simple as we thought—and that’s actually good news. In this series, we’ll explore the tensions at the heart of our faith and discover a God who is bigger, closer, and more personal than we imagined. If you’ve ever had questions, felt stuck, or wanted to understand God in a deeper way, this is the series for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41537775

Knowing God: He Gets You 06/04/2026

Knowing God: He Gets You Knowing God Knowing God isn’t as simple as we thought—and that’s actually good news. In this series, we’ll explore the tensions at the heart of our faith and discover a God who is bigger, closer, and more personal than we imagined. If you’ve ever had questions, felt stuck, or wanted to understand God in a deeper way, this is the series for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41537620

Knowing God: Why Isn't God Fixing Everything? 06/02/2026

Knowing God: Why Isn't God Fixing Everything? Knowing God Knowing God isn’t as simple as we thought—and that’s actually good news. In this series, we’ll explore the tensions at the heart of our faith and discover a God who is bigger, closer, and more personal than we imagined. If you’ve ever had questions, felt stuck, or wanted to understand God in a deeper way, this is the series for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41509155

Knowing God: You Belong Here 05/12/2026

Knowing God: You Belong Here Knowing God Knowing God isn’t as simple as we thought—and that’s actually good news. In this series, we’ll explore the tensions at the heart of our faith and discover a God who is bigger, closer, and more personal than we imagined. If you’ve ever had questions, felt stuck, or wanted to understand God in a deeper way, this is the series for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41266060

Knowing God: Your God Is Too Small 05/05/2026

Knowing God: Your God Is Too Small Knowing God Knowing God isn’t as simple as we thought—and that’s actually good news. In this series, we’ll explore the tensions at the heart of our faith and discover a God who is bigger, closer, and more personal than we imagined. If you’ve ever had questions, felt stuck, or wanted to understand God in a deeper way, this is the series for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41165580

The Benefit of Doubt: Why Are Christians So Hypocritical? 04/28/2026

The Benefit of Doubt: Why Are Christians So Hypocritical? The Benefit of Doubt Do you have questions about God? Ever wondered if He’s really good—or why Christians can seem so hypocritical? You’re not alone. Doubt isn’t the enemy of faith—it can be the doorway to something deeper. In this series, we’ll face honest questions head-on and discover how doubt can lead to a stronger, more resilient faith. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/41048235

The Benefit of Doubt: Can I Actually Hear God? 04/21/2026

The Benefit of Doubt: Can I Actually Hear God? The Benefit of Doubt Do you have questions about God? Ever wondered if He’s really good—or why Christians can seem so hypocritical? You’re not alone. Doubt isn’t the enemy of faith—it can be the doorway to something deeper. In this series, we’ll face honest questions head-on and discover how doubt can lead to a stronger, more resilient faith. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/40955500

The Benefit of Doubt: Why Should I Believe God Is Good?42312 04/14/2026

The Benefit of Doubt: Why Should I Believe God Is Good?42312 The Benefit of Doubt Do you have questions about God? Ever wondered if He’s really good—or why Christians can seem so hypocritical? You’re not alone. Doubt isn’t the enemy of faith—it can be the doorway to something deeper. In this series, we’ll face honest questions head-on and discover how doubt can lead to a stronger, more resilient faith. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/40870930

Easter - I Am: The Resurrection and the Life 04/08/2026

Easter - I Am: The Resurrection and the Life I AM Who Jesus Is—and Why It Matters Explore the bold claims Jesus made about Himself and discover how they speak directly to our deepest needs, questions, and hopes. If you’ve ever wanted to get to know Jesus deeply and personally, this series is for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/40774595

Good Friday - 2026 04/08/2026

Good Friday - 2026 I AM Who Jesus Is—and Why It Matters Explore the bold claims Jesus made about Himself and discover how they speak directly to our deepest needs, questions, and hopes. If you’ve ever wanted to get to know Jesus deeply and personally, this series is for you. /episode/index/show/lccaltoona/id/40773835

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