Developing Volunteer Worship Teams

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 devel...

George Kamel on Faith, Confidence and Working for Dave Ramsey

Episode 108: George Kamel from Ramsey Solutions joins the Talking Church podcast on this week’s episode. Logan and George talk about what he has learned working for Da...

Decoding the Book of Revelation, End Times, 666 with Dr. Phil Mayo

Episode 107: Dr. Phil Mayo joins Logan on the podcast to talk about the book of Revelation. Whether you're a seasoned theologian or someone curious about the text, thi...

When Plans Change - Chris Durso Talks Authenticity and Humility

Episode 106: Pastor Chris Durso joined Logan this week to talk about the importance of recognizing when something isn't working and the nuances of ministry and leaders...

Staying Sane as a Ministry Family

Episode 105: For the first time on Talking Church, the Ketterling Family sits down together to discuss how they not only have stayed sane but have thrived as a family ...

The Differences Between Pro-Life and Abolitionism | Russell Hunter

Episode 104: Logan Ketterling is joined by Russell Hunter, who is the founder of Abolitionist Rising. Russell discusses the differences between the abolitionist moveme...

The Data Is In: Pastors Aren't Praying

Episode 103: Co-Founder of Venture, Ryan Skoog, joins Logan to discuss the journey behind his newly launched book, "Lead with Prayer." The book originated from a surve...

The Tension of "Celebrity Pastors"

Episode 102: Logan and Pastor Terry Parkman talk about the "Celebrity Pastor." They share personal experiences and observations about how individuals in influential po...

The Sin Most Pastors Don't Talk About

Episode 101: Logan and Davey talk about the often-overlooked connection between faith leaders and physical well-being. As the conversation unfolds, Pastor Davey reveal...

100th Episode: Year in Review

The 100th episode of Talking Church reflects on the remarkable journey so far. Logan expresses gratitude for the audience's support and shares key moments. The episode...

Avoiding Burnout (Part 2) Ministry Longevity | Rob Ketterling

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 ...

Doubling Your Church and Isolating Insecurity with Michael Murphy

Episode 98: Michael Murphy, a seasoned coach for pastors and leaders, joins Logan in this episode of the podcast talking about the core concepts of Michael’s recently ...

A Practical Guide to Short Term Missions

Episode 97: Logan sits down with Pastor Justin Mack and Pastor Jesse Johannesen to talk about the impact of going on global teams and virtual global teams, practical w...

Calendar Hacks to Avoid Burnout with Rob Ketterling

Episode 96: Pastor Rob Ketterling sits down with Logan to talk about how he stays organized with his busy schedule, how he doesn’t get burnt out, and how he stays heal...

From Teen Pregnancy to Pastoring Teens

Episode 95: Patraic and Daralee Utecht sit down with Logan to talk about being a blended family, creating a safe place for others, and having hard but needed conversat...

Defending The Accuracy of Scripture | Dr. Allen Tennison

Episode 94: Dr. Allen Tennison joins Logan on the podcast to talk about understanding context when reading the Bible, how to distinguish metaphorical language in the B...

An Israeli Tour Guide's Tension For His Homeland

Episode 93: Yoav Rotem is a Jewish Israeli guide, biblical historian and former IDF Soldier. Yoav sits down with Logan to discuss the tragedy that is currently happeni...

Avoiding the "Savior Complex” with Paul Hurkman

Episode 92: Paul Hurckman sits down with Logan Ketterling to discuss how we can still do great charity work while avoiding the "white savior" complex. Paul is the Exec...

Is Israel Still Significant to Christians? w/Quovadis Marshall

How to Start Something with Kirk Graham

Episode 90: Have you ever wondered how to start something? Ever had a great idea but struggled to get other people on board? Kirk Graham and Logan Ketterling talk abou...

How can God be GOOD if he allows EVIL?

Episode 89: Pastors Rick Mattson & David Clark are renowned biblical teachers and apologists. They discuss with Logan Ketterling how to defend our faith, the basis of ...

The Lies of Feminism & The Truth of Our Identity with Lisa Bevere & Nathan Finochio

“Since the 1960’s, women have been trying to be men. I don’t want to be a man, I want to be a powerful woman.” Tune into this week’s podcast to hear more from Lisa Bev...

Demons & The Battle for Our Soul with Joe Anderson

Episode 87: Pastor Joe Anderson shares his experiences and testimony with demonic possession in his lifetime, as well as advice and wisdom on how to handle these quest...

Sermons, Marijuana, Abortion and Persecution with Rob Ketterling

Episode 86: Pastor Rob Ketterling jumps into this week's episode to answer some current event/hot topic questions from the community! There is a lot going on in the wo...

Standing Up, Social Media, and Evangelism with Micah MacDonald

Episode 85: Pastor & Evangelist Micah Macdonald sits down with Logan to talk about social media's presence in the next generation, and the positives it can have onyour...

Chris Hodges: 5 Keys for Church Growth

Episode 84: We hope you had a great Labor Day Weekend! We are taking this week to rewind back to River Valley Conference 2022, where Pastor Chris Hodges spoke to pasto...

Help, I’m young! Leading Up w/ Logan Ketterling

Episode 83: As a young pastor in the ministry, how can you adecquately lead up to your lead pastor or manager? How do you bring up ideas in a healthy and respectful wa...

Humility, Tragedy and Revival: Lessons from 81 y/o Martha Tennison

Episode 82: The one and only 81 year-old Martha Tennison joined us for this week's episode live at General Council 2023! Martha discusses her testimony, history in the...

Barbarians to Bureaucrats with Mike Burnette

Episode 81: Live from General Council 2023 in Columbus, Ohio! Pastor & author of Parable Church, Mike Burnette, discusses leadership, the growth he's experiencing in h...

Is Faith a Lagging Indicator? All Staff with Thomas Panikkar

Episode 80: One of River Valley's own elders, Thomas Panikkar, took the time during our last all staff meeting to share what God put on his heart for faith needed in m...