We already know
Lectionary Blog

We already know

Lectionary for April 5, 2026 Resurrection of Our Lord Acts 10:34-43; Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Colossians 3:1-4; Matthew 28:1-10 What’s worse than someone beating you to your punchline when you try…

Making Room: A Lenten Series

Making Room: A Lenten Series

While many people traditionally observe Lent through acts of self-denial, this year we are shifting the way we think. Rather than giving something up, we encourage you to join us in making room for something…

The ear of a disciple
Lectionary Blog

The ear of a disciple

Lectionary for March 29, 2026 Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 31:9-16; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 26:14–27:66 I’m struck every year by the sensory experience of the Passion, Holy…

Making Room: A Lenten Series
Living Faithfully

Making Room: A Lenten Series

While many people traditionally observe Lent through acts of self-denial, this year we are shifting the way we think. Rather than giving something up, we encourage you to join us in making room for something…

God of resurrection
Lectionary Blog

God of resurrection

Lectionary for March 22, 2026 Fifth Sunday in Lent Ezekiel 37:1-14; Psalm 130; Romans 8:6-11; John 11:1-45 A guest speaker recently talked to my class about the importance of “majoring…

Hymn of the Month March 2026 – Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month March 2026 – Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth

Each month, Living Lutheran will share history and fun facts behind some hymns beloved by Lutherans. This month’s hymn is Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth. Mothering God, You Gave Me Birth. Text:…

Making Room: A Lenten Series
Living Faithfully

Making Room: A Lenten Series

While many people traditionally observe Lent through acts of self-denial, this year we are shifting the way we think. Rather than giving something up, we encourage you to join us in making room for something…

Plans A, B and C
Lectionary Blog

Plans A, B and C

Lectionary for March 15, 2026 Fourth Sunday in Lent 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 23; Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 Did you ever start out to do something great, but your first…

Prayers for Women’s History Month 2026
Voices of Faith

Prayers for Women’s History Month 2026

Study guide for “Holy Rollers”
Study Guides

Study guide for “Holy Rollers”

Who would ever think that the popular roleplaying game of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D)—steeped in themes of fantasy and magic, and featuring wizards, elves and other imaginary characters embarking on…

Study guide for “Unlocking a new ministry model”
Study Guides

Study guide for “Unlocking a new ministry model”

News flash (that is no real news): Our church is changing. Congregations are getting smaller, finances are stretched, and there are fewer traditional rostered ministers available. What’s a denomination to…

Making Room: A Lenten Series
Living Faithfully

Making Room: A Lenten Series

While many people traditionally observe Lent through acts of self-denial, this year we are shifting the way we think. Rather than giving something up, we encourage you to join us in making room for something…