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Southern Indiana Now
"Southern Indiana Now" is a lively lifestyle podcast that explores the culture, events, and unique stories of Southern Indiana. From local businesses and community leaders to entertainment, food, and regional traditions, the podcast offers an engaging mix of topics that celebrate the vibrant life and people of the area. Whether you're a local or just curious about Southern Indiana, this podcast keeps you in the know!
Southern Indiana Now
Episode 39 - Jackson County's German Lutheran Legacy
Southern Indiana Now digs into the deep German Lutheran roots that have shaped the identity and community life of Jackson County, Indiana. From celebrated cuisine to enduring educational and spiritual traditions, this episode highlights the institutions and events that keep this unique heritage alive.
Hoosier Homestead: St. John’s Sauers Annual Ham & Turkey Dinner & Bazaar We visit the quintessential small-town event, where generations of volunteers at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers come together to prepare their legendary annual Ham & Turkey Dinner. Discover how this bazaar is more than just a meal—it's a vital fundraiser and a powerful expression of community and faith.
Hoosier Hustle: Schwatzer's German Restaurant
Get a taste of authentic German flavor as we chat with the owners of Schwatzer's German Restaurant. Learn how they blend traditional recipes with Hoosier hospitality, serving up favorites like schnitzel and bratwurst, and keeping the culinary traditions of their ancestors on the table.
Hoosier Happenings: Trinity Lutheran High School Founder’s Day
Explore the commitment to faith-based education at Trinity Lutheran High School. We profile their annual Founder’s Day celebration, examining the school's mission and how it continues to instill strong values and academic excellence, carrying the torch of the early German Lutheran settlers.
Hoosier Heart: Immanuel Lutheran Church Fellowship of Lutheran Youth Finally, we look at the future of this heritage through the Fellowship of Lutheran Youth (FLY) at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Hear from the yyouth leader whose activities, service projects, and fellowship ensure that the language, traditions, and core tenets of the Lutheran faith remain central to the next generation of Jackson County residents.
Join us to see how the "German roots" planted long ago continue to bear fruit in Jackson County today!