<![CDATA[The End of Christianity as We Know It]]>The podcast of American Lutheran Theological Seminary where Rev. Dr. Curtis E. Leins (Seminary President), Rev. Dr. Chris Caughey (Professor of Biblical Studies), and Vicar John Austin (National Engagement and Communications Advisor) discuss the role of the church and seminary in the current moment of Christianity.

]]>www.alts.eduRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Thu, 28 May 2026 19:50:10 GMTMon, 26 Jan 2026 16:45:19 GMT60American Lutheran Theological Seminary<p>The podcast of American Lutheran Theological Seminary where Rev. Dr. Curtis E. Leins (Seminary President), Rev. Dr. Chris Caughey (Professor of Biblical Studies), and Vicar John Austin (National Engagement and Communications Advisor) discuss the role of the church and seminary in the current moment of Christianity.</p>episodicAmerican Lutheran Theological Seminaryjohn_austin@taalc.orgno<![CDATA[Catechesis: Stealing Souls from the Devil]]>Tune in to this episode of The End of Christianity as We Know It, the podcast of American Lutheran Theological Seminary. This episode our hosts discuss the role of catechesis in saving souls and raising up leaders in the church.

Please visit our website at www.alts.edu.
We'd love to hear from you!

#churchgrowth #churchplanting #church #lutheranism #lutheran #christian #christianreligion #christianity #spirituality #seminary #pastor

]]>3e63cc72-0966-473d-9b64-1903c0012683Wed, 13 May 2026 20:04:13 GMT<p>Tune in to this episode of The End of Christianity as We Know It, the podcast of American Lutheran Theological Seminary. This episode our hosts discuss the role of catechesis in saving souls and raising up leaders in the church.<br /><br />Please visit our website at <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.alts.edu" target="_blank">www.alts.edu</a>.<br />We'd love to hear from you!<br /><br />#churchgrowth #churchplanting #church #lutheranism #lutheran #christian #christianreligion #christianity #spirituality #seminary #pastor</p>no00:38:04Catechesis: Stealing Souls from the Devilfull<![CDATA[Resurrecting Struggling Congregations]]>This episode explores the transformative power of authentic faith, community connection, and the importance of humility in church growth. Led by Rev. Dr. Curtis Leins, the discussion emphasizes reconnecting with Christ first, then with each other, and the significance of simple acts of love and faithfulness in revitalizing churches.

#seminary #onlineeducation #christian #churchgrowth #churchplanting #church #lutheran #spirituality #religion #christiangod #prayer #christianrelationships

]]>b9d55199-e32c-4f46-a7a3-504e525edebfWed, 01 Apr 2026 15:39:46 GMT<p>This episode explores the transformative power of authentic faith, community connection, and the importance of humility in church growth. Led by Rev. Dr. Curtis Leins, the discussion emphasizes reconnecting with Christ first, then with each other, and the significance of simple acts of love and faithfulness in revitalizing churches.<br /><br />#seminary #onlineeducation #christian #churchgrowth #churchplanting #church #lutheran #spirituality #religion #christiangod #prayer #christianrelationships</p>no00:28:14Resurrecting Struggling Congregationsfull<![CDATA[Measuring Success in Church Mission Plants]]>On episode 4 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we discuss how one defines success in Lutheran missions.

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#onlineeducation #seminary #christian #lutheran #church #pastor #education #spiritualformation #christianeducation #religiousstudies #innovativelearning #globaleducation #digitaleducation #missionary #churchplant #churchplanting #churchgrowth #christianbelief #christianministry #ministry

]]>47f0cb84-f48b-48bc-b36b-8e44fb8b1274Thu, 12 Mar 2026 22:30:00 GMT<p>On episode 4 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we discuss how one defines success in Lutheran missions.<br /><br />and check out our website! <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alts.edu/" target="_blank">https://www.alts.edu/</a><br /><br />#onlineeducation #seminary #christian #lutheran #church #pastor #education #spiritualformation #christianeducation #religiousstudies #innovativelearning #globaleducation #digitaleducation #missionary #churchplant #churchplanting #churchgrowth #christianbelief #christianministry #ministry</p>no00:31:14Measuring Success in Church Mission Plantsfull<![CDATA[A New Gold Standard]]>On episode 3 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we discuss about what the gold standard of seminary education should be.

#onlineeducation #seminary #christian #lutheran #church

The conversation explores the importance of accessible theological education and the development of diverse leadership within the church. It delves into the spiritual formation and ethos of seminary education, the comparison between residential and online seminary education, and the preparation for pastoral ministry.

#pastor #education #spiritualformation #christianeducation #religiousstudies #innovativelearning #globaleducation #digitaleducation

]]>4f4ddf88-a48a-4941-85bb-a626cc5ae6c0Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:55:41 GMT<p>On episode 3 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we discuss about what the gold standard of seminary education should be.<br /><br />#onlineeducation #seminary #christian #lutheran #church </p><p>The conversation explores the importance of accessible theological education and the development of diverse leadership within the church. It delves into the spiritual formation and ethos of seminary education, the comparison between residential and online seminary education, and the preparation for pastoral ministry.</p><p></p><p>#pastor #education #spiritualformation #christianeducation #religiousstudies #innovativelearning #globaleducation #digitaleducation</p>no00:31:40A New Gold Standardfull<![CDATA[Why We Started an Online Seminary (And Why It’s Personal)]]>In episode 2 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we’re pulling back the curtain on why we decided to launch an online seminary and the specific "why" behind our mission. While the world of theological education is changing rapidly, we believe the core of ministry preparation is individualized care. We dive deep into:
- The Calling: Why we chose the online path and what it allows us to do differently for our students..
- Student Focus: How we maintain high-touch, personal mentorship in a digital space.
- The Numbers: A transparent look at the financial realities of running a residential institution versus an online model—and why the "brick and mortar" overhead is becoming a hurdle for many.

Whether you're a prospective student, a fellow educator, or just curious about the future of the Church, this conversation explores how we’re trying to make quality theological training more sustainable and personal.

You can also check out this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen!
https://open.spotify.com/show/0pfP3wfLUb7YF0dnILc42h?si=ee6710bf41044f50
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-end-of-christianity-as-we-know-it/id1872118836

Here is our website: www.alts.edu

]]>f5d986e5-d06d-4ea0-a831-ad3e41299b0dTue, 10 Feb 2026 10:30:00 GMT<p>In episode 2 of The End of Christianity as We Know It, we’re pulling back the curtain on why we decided to launch an online seminary and the specific "why" behind our mission. While the world of theological education is changing rapidly, we believe the core of ministry preparation is individualized care. We dive deep into:<br />- The Calling: Why we chose the online path and what it allows us to do differently for our students..<br />- Student Focus: How we maintain high-touch, personal mentorship in a digital space.<br />- The Numbers: A transparent look at the financial realities of running a residential institution versus an online model—and why the "brick and mortar" overhead is becoming a hurdle for many.<br /><br />Whether you're a prospective student, a fellow educator, or just curious about the future of the Church, this conversation explores how we’re trying to make quality theological training more sustainable and personal.<br /><br />You can also check out this podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen!<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0pfP3wfLUb7YF0dnILc42h?si=ee6710bf41044f50" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/0pfP3wfLUb7YF0dnILc42h?si=ee6710bf41044f50</a><br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-end-of-christianity-as-we-know-it/id1872118836" target="_blank">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-end-of-christianity-as-we-know-it/id1872118836</a><br /><br />Here is our website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.alts.edu" target="_blank">www.alts.edu</a></p>no00:34:09Why We Started an Online Seminary (And Why It’s Personal)full<![CDATA[The End of Christianity as We Know It]]>The conversation explores the changing landscape of Christianity and the role of the church in a post-Christian society. It delves into the challenges and opportunities for the church, emphasizing the need for genuine care, relationship-building, and equipping the laity for ministry.

]]>18b98fd8-3b2f-4efe-84d5-ff6ea57be0d3Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:16:20 GMT<p>The conversation explores the changing landscape of Christianity and the role of the church in a post-Christian society. It delves into the challenges and opportunities for the church, emphasizing the need for genuine care, relationship-building, and equipping the laity for ministry.</p>no00:40:00The End of Christianity as We Know Itfull