Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. All of us experience ups and downs, and while tough times can either break us or make us better, transformed people face challenges differently, with resources that guide them along the right path. Unlike a chaotic rooster reacting to an oncoming storm, a transformed person resembles an eagle tha…

Pastor Matthew Moldstad Preaches on John 5:24-29 with the theme Don't Fear the Judgment.

Oct. 22, 2024 Mankato Native and MNSU Alum, Maha Abouelenein, is now recognized as a global communications expert, entrepreneur, and author of "7 Rules of Self-Reliance" and is the MNSU College of Business keynote speaker on Tues. Oct. 22, 3:30-5 p.m. at the Ostrander Auditorium. She shares her secrets to success. The event is free and open to the …

Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy to interact online or in-person. Please subscribe to this channel and be sure to walk through the doors if you are in t…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. All of us experience ups and downs, and while tough times can either break us or make us better, transformed people face challenges differently, with resources that guide them along the right path. Unlike a chaotic rooster reacting to an oncoming storm, a transformed person resembles an eagle tha…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Mark 12:38-44 with the theme What Are You Worth?

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. All of us experience ups and downs, and while tough times can either break us or make us better, transformed people face challenges differently, with resources that guide them along the right path. Unlike a chaotic rooster reacting to an oncoming storm, a transformed person resembles an eagle tha…

Vicar Strutz preaches on Isaiah 25:6-9 with the theme The Christian's Relationship with Death

This time on the podcast Pastor Matt Sipe sits down with Hilltop UMC's youth director Abbie Page to talk about how to live faithfully during this election season. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's …

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. What do you do when life is changing fast and when the old way of doing things no longer works but a way forward is not yet clear? These in-between times are often called liminal seasons—threshold times when the continuity of tradition disintegrates and uncertainty about the future can fuel doubt…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Daniel 3:16-28 with the theme Faith Alone.

Kendra and Nolan from MSU, Mankato Student Government join Radio A La Mav host Aaron talking about a Candidate Fair happening Wednesday, October 23rd from 11am to 1pm on Mav Ave in the Centennial Student Union.KMSU

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Imagine you're going about your daily routine—running errands, at work, or maybe just spending time with your family. Suddenly, a voice calls out to you. It's clear, inviting, and somehow irresistible. You turn, and before you stands Jesus, who looks right into your heart and says, “follow me.” W…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on Mark 10:32-45 with the theme Greatness is Found in Service

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Pastor Matthew Moldstad preaches on Mark 10:17-27 with the theme Followers of Christ Maintain Proper Priorities.

October 11, 2024 The Broken Ladder: How Inequality Affects the Way We Think, Live and Die by author Keith Payne is the "Common Read" book at Minnesota State Mankato. KMSU's Karen Wright talked with Payne and Dean of Library Services, Chris Corley, about the book and its relevance to today's world.KMSU

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Ephesians 5:21-6:4 with the theme "Followers of Christ Love Their Family."

Sit down with Pastor Matt Sipe and Hilltop member Juston Cline as they dig deep inter the current sermon series "the unforced rhythms of grace". Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through t…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Revelation 12:7-12 with the theme War in Heaven.

Sept. 26, 2024 Students at Minnesota State Mankato are holding a "Put a Women in Charge" event to encourage fellow-classmates to get out the vote and empower women. KMSU's Karen Wright spoke with Avalon Luehman (Students for Reproductive Justice) and Abigail Andree (College Democrats) about the upcoming concert.…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Dallas Willard once described hurry as “the great enemy of spiritual life in our day,” and his observation rings true, especially in today’s fast-paced world. Maybe we’ve seen firsthand how hurry underpins many of our most pressing issues. It fuels the anger and anxiety that define our cultural m…

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on Ephesians 6:10-18 with the theme Followers of Christ Are Armed for Battle.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Mark 7:31-37 with the theme Jesus Meets Us Where We're At.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Sept. 4, 2024 Dr. Johnna Leddy, a researcher at U of Iowa holds 32 U.S. patents and studies how electrochemistry will change the energy distribution of the planet. Leddy is the keynote speaker for the 34th Leonard Ford Lectureship at MNSU and explains how her research looks at solutions to lower environmental loads and energy costs through chemistr…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on Deuteronomy 4:1-9 with the theme Pay Attention to God's Instructions

Aug. 27, 2024 Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch sat down with KMSU's Karen Wright to talk about the upcoming school year - budget cuts, student enrollment, new programs, the use of A.I. in the classroom and more.KMSU

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. In this year’s edition of "Finding God in the Music" we will dive into the protest songs of the 1960s and 70s, exploring how these powerful anthems of love, peace, and justice echo the timeless truths of Scripture. Each week, we will examine a different song from this era, reflecting on its messa…

Sermon for August 25, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Today we worship at the farm, courtesy of the Koser family near Nicollet, MN. Pastor Matt speaks about patience and letting God handle things, even when we want control. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato…

Sermon for August 18, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. On a trip to Scotland in 2019, while Bishop Lanette was stepping onto a bus, the driver instructed her to “mind the gap” between the platform and the vehicle. “I believe God has uniquely positioned the United Methodist Church in Minnesota to be trailblazers as we mind the gaps of society,” she sa…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on John 6:24-35 with the theme Don't Miss the Point: Jesus is the Bread of Life.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Sermon for August 4, 2024

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer. In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day…

Vicar Caleb Strutz preaches on Exodus 16:1-15 with the theme "God Provides for Grumbling People."

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. Lake Life: Finding God's Presence During the Summer In this concise 3-week series, we will explore how to see, know, and experience God while enjoying summer in Minnesota. Reflecting on the peacefulness and serenity of “up-north” experiences, we will emphasize the importance of starting each day …

Pastor Wiechmann preaches on Hebrew 13:7-8, 17-21 with the theme Faithful Shepherds Point to the Great Shepherd.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This Sunday we have a thought-provoking and heartwarming message inspired by the beloved movies “Inside Out” and “Inside Out 2.” Abbie Page, our youth director, will delve into the fascinating world of our complex emotions and explore how each plays a crucial role in our lives. As Christians, we …

Sermon for July 14, 2024

Whether you're a seasoned player, an avid fan, or simply attending to celebrate and worship, welcome to this softball /baseball themed worship service. In baseball and softball, we witness the power of teamwork, the thrill of competition, and the joy of community. These team sports teach us valuable lessons about perseverance, discipline, and the i…

Pastor Moldstad preaches on Mark 6:1-6 with the theme Hometown [Zero] Hero.

Hello and welcome, thanks for visiting this channel. This week we welcome pastor Brad Herman, who shares his journey. Text NEW to 507-575-4222 to connect with Hilltop United Methodist Church. Hilltop United Methodist Church is located in Mankato Minnesota and we pray that everyone would experience God's presence through this channel. We are happy t…

Pastor Ben Wiechmann preaches on 2 Corinthians 4:7-15 with the theme The Living Lord Changes Our View of Death.