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111: Joe Beran on the Future of the LCMS, New Pathways for Pastors, and Why 80% of Our Youth Are Leaving

November 24, 2025

Joe Beran on LCMS Future, New Pathways to Form Pastors, and Why 80% of Our Youth are Leaving the LCMS

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