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KFUO Archives

Click on links below for archived messages from President Janice Wendorf.

July 20, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Edie Norris, Public Relations Director for LWML, reports from the National Youth Gathering in New Orleans, Louisiana. She reminds us that the young people gathered there are not the church of tomorrow, rather they are the church of today.

July 13, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Jan Wendorf talks about the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod's National Conference, going on in Houston, TX, this week. She reminds us that even as roles and resolutions change, the work of our church body - to proclaim Christ as our Savior, goes on - it is the Lord's church.

July 6, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Fireworks ... Jan Wendorf talks about how fireworks have changed, how the display and music are choreographed for a marvelous show of grandeur. Some of the music may be "modern", but when the finale is majestic, "Glory hallelujah, His truth is marching on ..." it is a timely reminder that in spite of what is happening in the world, God's truth endures.

June 29, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      As she reflects on her travels to Indiana, Jan Wendorf recalls a passage from the conference, about crossroads. Step by step she details how to determine our path at a crossroads point. (Jer. 6:16)

June 22, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Jan Wendorf tells of a recent experience in Austin, Texas in which she was made aware once again of how God watches over us in our daily lives as we go through our days. Are you open to watching for His loving hand in your daily life?

June 15, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      How often do you think of feet when you ponder the church body? Jan Wendorf reflects on the role of feet in ministry as she talks about attending a recent LWML convention.

June 8, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Jan Wendorf reflects on a gift to LWML in 1980, that documents the life journey of a young man, Salifu, whose life was touched by missionaries, and in turn, Salifu brought many believers to salvation by grace. He is now at the seminary in St. Louis, studying to be a pastor in Ghana. Here is the "rest of the story "...

June 1, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Jan Wendorf uses an illustration to ask how many times we have found ourselves holding the Word of God, but not using the Word of God to further His kingdom.

May 25, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio

      Jan Wendorf reminds us of Gideon, who asked the Lord for a sign ... she takes us back to the call of Gideon, where Gideon questions God's involvement and God chooses the "least" of people for His chosen servant. Gideon had to learn not to rely on Himself, but on God. Is God calling you? ut your confidence in the One Who is calling.

May 4, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf talks about an adventure in travel, including delays due to snow... by the time the plane was de-iced, the sight she saw through the window was entirely different as a glorious scene (that had been there the entire time) was revealed. This serves as a reminder that God is always present. Even though we can't see Him, we are assured that He is with us always.

April 20, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf talks about the Bible: what a precious gift it is, and how important it is that we open its pages, study it and discuss it with our fellow believers. Have you taken time recently to read the love letter God wrote to you?

April 13, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
      The culture in which we live is not a Christian culture. How can we respond? Jan Wendorf takes us to Deuteronomy 11, where we are encouraged to make His Word a vital part of our lives. We have many opportunities to let His Word permeate our being ...

March 23, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
      As we approach Holy Week and reflect on Christ's willingness to go to the cross for our salvation, Jan Wendorf reminds us that Christ's invitation of Matthew 11:28, to find rest in Him when we are burdened in life, is still an open invitation to us today.

March 2,2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Jan Wendorf looks at the end of the book of Exodus where God revealed Himself and His mercy to the children of Israel, then reminds us that God still reveals Himself and His mercy today and will continue to be present with us in Word and Sacrament, even to the end of the world.

February 16, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Do you sometimes feel like everything is changing? Products are packaged in smaller sizes at the same price - how can you be sure of what you are getting? Jan Wendorf reminds us that Jesus Christ does not change, and the promise God has made to us does not change - we can count on that.

February 9, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Have you ever felt like you are between a rock and a hard place? Jan Wendorf reminds us that in these times when we might be focusing on the problems around us, we can learn from Moses, at the edge of the Red Sea, (Exodus 14) to trust in our almighty God, Who goes before us.

February 2, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Jan Wendorf tells about her visit to the Chinese outreach mission in St. Louis, LIGHT of Christ Lutheran Chinese Mission. Each of the letters in LIGHT can remind us of our relationship with Christ- Jan tells us about that as she talks about this exciting and effective ministry.

January 19, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Between inconveniences, personal problems and bad news we might hear locally or globally, it is easy to get caught up in the concerns of this world and lose our focus. Jan Wendorf reminds us that even as God cares about the smallest of creatures, like birds, He cares even more about and for us.

January 12, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Jan Wendorf uses the illustration of "hidden" water problems in a home to describe how sin can creep into our lives ... we can cover up our sins for a time, but eventually we need to deal with the underlying problem ...

January 5, 2010 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Many people make resolutions as we start a fresh new year (and decade). Many intend to get physical exercise by walking ... Jan Wendorf reminds us that we can get spiritual exercise and enrich our lives by walking through God's Word on a daily basis.

December 29, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
       On this last Tuesday of the current decade, Jan Wendorf takes a look back and talks about change. She reminds us that God does not change - He is the same yesterday, today and forever ...

December 22, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Jan Wendorf reminds us not to get caught up in the trappings of Christmas, that sometimes the outward appearance does not match what is on the inside, but also that even in these circumstances, Christ still offers us eternal hope and unconditional love.

December 15, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
       As we cross paths with many different people in this Christmas season, Jan Wendorf encourages us to personally "keep Christ in Christmas", and share the good news that He is born, and He is risen, as we go.

December 8, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
       Jan Wendorf reminds us to keep Christ in Christmas ... the angels' message is as fresh and important today, as it was the first time it was presented to the shepherds as they watched their flocks

December 1, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Advent is here, Christmas is coming soon! Are you in a hurry? Jan Wendorf encourages us to resist the urge to run, and instead to walk in God's light and take time to absorb and reflect.

November 24, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf tells of the key to true contentment as we enter into the holiday season with the tension between the worldly aspect of Christmas and the real "Reason for the Season".

November 17, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf reminds us that in many places in His Word, God repeatedly exhorts us to watch ...

November 10, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf tells of seeing a misleading sight from an airplane, and the importance of knowing the way to where one is going - then she reminds us that Jesus is The Way

October 26, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf talks about how just as brewing a cup of tea enriches the flavor,       so letting verses from the Word "brew" can enrich our understanding of God's       message for us

October 19, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf reminds us that things are not always what they appear to be to       us at first glance ... we need to take a thorough look

October 12, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf reminds us that as we leave the sanctuary of the church building       and walk back into the world, Jesus is beside us each step along the way

October 5, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf shares a story of the joy found in blessings from God that come
      in HIS timing and asks us to consider who we are encouraging by planting
      seeds of faith in our everyday lives

September 28, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
      Jan Wendorf relays some advice she received on how to deal with our L.O.T.
      in life

September 1, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Past-President Virginia Von Seggern relays a story about the opportunity to
     share Christ while flying in The Middle Seat

August 31, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares a letter about the power of a positive Christian influence in
     one woman's life; Romans 8:28

August 24, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf relays a personal story of mutual encouragement from a fellow
     believer       

August 17, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf asks if people you encounter know you have been with Jesus;
     Acts 4:13

August 10, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares thoughts on our Heavenly Father's compassion;
     Isaiah 66:13 and Matthew 10:29-31

August 3, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares thoughts on John 20:30-31

July 27, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares thoughts on the hanging plant - being nourished with            God's Word.

July 20, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares thoughts on God's watching over all the details in our lives.

July 7, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio - Jan    KFUO MP3 audio - Ruth
     Jan Wendorf reports on some of the highlights of the recent LWML
     convention in Portland, Oregon followed by Ruth Koch sharing the
     keynote message she delivered at the gathering...

June 15, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf with thoughts on the Portland Convention and for Young Women  

May 4, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf with words of comfort from the Psalms during these
     troubling times...

April 27, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf reminds us to pray with LWML members...

April 20, 2009 - KFUO MP3 audio
     Jan Wendorf shares insight on purpose for life...