Possibly Jesus’ most well-known parable next to the so-called prodigal son was sermon material in many pulpits this past Sunday. It’s often called “the good Samaritan,” though I’m not fond…
Lectionary blog for July 17 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Genesis 18:1-10a; Psalm 15; Colossians 1:15-18; Luke 10:38-42 Whenever I hear this story, especially the part about Martha loudly complaining to…
Every year I get to speak with prospective students. These folks aren’t just interested in seminary but have finished the application process and are ready to attend. I want to…
Coloring books for adults are the trend right now, so why not de-stress by pondering Scripture while you relax? Words of Faith: A Coloring Book to Bless and De-Stress might…
Church council addresses theological education Meeting in Chicago April 7-10, the ELCA Church Council approved recommendations and implementing strategies to help sustain theological education for the church. Among the recommendations…
Being a father is a wide-open venture. When my wife and I had each of our two children, we were filled with joy at their arrival and committed to loving…
Nonreligious uses of the verb “to save” are easy to comprehend. A relief pitcher saves a baseball game. A medic saves the life of a heart attack victim. When we…
Most of us do not live with so much fear that we expect to die the next time we open our front door or climb into a car. That degree…
As we began our Lenten journey this year, I invited Faith in Place, a faith-based nonprofit, to come talk to my congregation about caring for creation ministry and advocacy as…
Since 2001 roller derby has enjoyed a renaissance as an all-volunteer, do-it-yourself sport that has inspired women, men and children to throw caution to the wind and throw their bodies…
It’s a welcome opportunity to put into action the words of Jesus.
Here are some ways for congregations to help bring the level down.
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