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Central Lutheran Church - Elk River
Weekly sermons from our Central Lutheran Church preaching team plus quick reflections from Pastor Ryan Braley.
Real talk, ancient wisdom, and honest questions — all designed to help you learn, grow, and find encouragement when you need it most.
At Central, our mission is simple: FOLLOW Jesus together, be a community where you BELONG, and LOVE our neighbors across the street and around the world.
Think deeper. Live freer. Share an episode with a friend and visit us in person anytime — you’re always welcome here in Elk River, MN.
Podcasting since 2023 • 252 episodes
Central Lutheran Church - Elk River
Latest Episodes
#116 - Stop Filling The Silence
Ever caught yourself writing a whole tragic novel because someone didn’t text back? We dive into that gap between message and reply, the story machine in our heads, and the quiet panic that follows. I share a vulnerable moment with a close frie...
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The Chronicles of Advent: Mary with Pastor Ryan Braley
A teenage girl sings, and suddenly the world’s balance tilts. We dive into Mary’s Magnificat not as a cozy carol, but as a revolutionary anthem that names a new order where the proud are scattered, the lowly are lifted, and the hungry are final...
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#115 - SNAP Benefits, A Christian Response
Hunger isn’t an abstract statistic when it lands on your block. With SNAP benefits tightening for millions of Americans, we ask a pointed question: what does a faithful, practical response look like for local churches right now? Rather than wad...
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The Chronicles of Advent: Simeon with Pastor Ryan Braley
The hardest part of waiting isn’t the clock—it’s the uncertainty that pulls at your nerves and the loss of control that makes every minute feel heavier. We open the door to that tension and walk through it together, blending neuroscience, a fre...
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#114 - You Don’t Have to Know Who’s Right {Reflections}
Ever notice how some arguments leave you colder, even when one side seems technically correct? We dive into why being “right” can still ring hollow when it’s cut off from love, humility, and a life that actually bears good fruit. Starting with ...
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