The "What's the Point?" podcast is the latest venture of Trinity Lutheran Church in Eau Claire, WI. Join Tom, Katie, and special guests as we wrestle with questions and wonderings about the confluence of faith and life.
Do you ever struggle to believe that things can get better - in the world or in yourself? What's the difference between optimism and hope? What have you seen this year that quietly restored your faith in humanity?
Welcome to our third episode of our newest mini-series, "Advent After Dark." This time of Advent and Christmas is filled with hustle and bustle and joy and cheer, and yet for some it's a time where they find it hard to have hope in the world, in themselves, or in others. However, perhaps hope isn't pretending everything is fine. Instead, it's believing that God still shows up - even when we're not sure we believe anymore.
Join Pastor Tom, Pastor Patrick, and Katie as we ponder the questions above. Grab a hot beverage (or a cold one), sit right where you are, and take a moment to pause with us while we prepare our hearts for this season.
Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/track/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/joy-to-the-world
License code: SQWEJK4KM9QBZC43
10 Dec 2025
The Holidays When You're Hurting
What makes the "most wonderful time of the year" sometimes feel like the hardest? How can churches or communities hold space for sadness and joy? What does comfort look like when nothing fixes the pain?
Welcome to the second episode of our newest mini-series, "Advent After Dark." In just a couple of short weeks, Christmas will be here, and with that might come several emotions. For some, those emotions might be excitement and joy, and for others they might be sadness and grief. Wherever you are in those emotions, especially if you are grieving, know that you are not alone. Advent doesn't deny the darkness - it names it, and then lights a candle anyway.
Join Pastor Tom, Pastor Patrick, and Katie as we ponder the questions above. Grab a hot beverage (or a cold one), sit right where you are, and take a moment to pause with us while we prepare our hearts for this season.
Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/track/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/joy-to-the-world
License code: SQWEJK4KM9QBZC43
3 Dec 2025
Let's Be Honest: Advent Feels Rushed
What is the last time you actually waited for something - without filling the space? How does the rush of December steal the heart of Advent? What's one small practice that helps you pause or breathe in the middle of chaos?
Welcome to our newest mini-series, "Advent After Dark." Advent is here, and while this time of year might feel busy and overwhelming as we prepare for time spent with family, the birth of Jesus, and trying to complete everything we have to do, we invite you to take a moment and pause. Maybe the most faithful thing we can do this Advent is to stop pretending we can do it all - and instead, make space for God to meet us in the quiet.
Join Pastor Tom, Pastor Patrick, and Katie as we ponder the questions above. Grab a hot beverage (or a cold one), sit right where you are, and take a moment to pause with us while we prepare our hearts for this season.
Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/brock-hewitt-stories-in-sound/joy-to-the-world (https://track.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fbrock-hewitt-stories-in-sound%2Fjoy-to-the-world/vZub/WsvBAQ/AQ/10788163-22b5-4103-9133-554e365e6e94/4/-1FrWZXqm1)
License code: SQWEJK4KM9QBZC43
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