Hymn of the Month September 2026 – A Mighty Fortress is Our God
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month September 2026 – A Mighty Fortress is Our God

Each month, Living Lutheran will share history and fun facts behind some hymns beloved by Lutherans. This month’s hymn is A Mighty Fortress is Our God.

Tap into your vocation
Theology & Beliefs

Tap into your vocation

Editor’s note: On this Labor Day, we are sharing an article that first appeared in April 2020 that talks about our Lutheran vocation.  What shall I do with my life?…

What do the “Four Freedoms” have to do with Lutherans?
Theology & Beliefs

What do the “Four Freedoms” have to do with Lutherans?

Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…

What is a Christian patriot?
Theology & Beliefs

What is a Christian patriot?

Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…

Hymn of the Month August 2026 – There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month August 2026 – There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy

Each month, Living Lutheran will share history and fun facts behind some hymns beloved by Lutherans. This month’s hymn is There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy.

The power of the Spirit, then and now
Theology & Beliefs

The power of the Spirit, then and now

Series editor’s note: The 2026 theme for “Deeper understandings” is faithful witness in challenging times. This year, various authors will explore what it means for the ELCA, and each of us as Lutherans,…

Hymn of the Month July 2026 – Day by Day
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month July 2026 – Day by Day

Each month, Living Lutheran will share history and fun facts behind some hymns beloved by Lutherans. This month’s hymn is Day by Day.  Text: Carolina Sandell Berg, 1832-1903; tr. Robert Leaf, 1936-2005 Music:…

Conversations worth having
Living Faithfully, Theology & Beliefs

Conversations worth having

Ben Eisele, a pastor and co-founder of the discussion group Brewed Theology (BT), was leading one of its monthly sessions at a local brewery. His group included several faithful attendees…

Good government is daily bread
Theology & Beliefs

Good government is daily bread

Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life and…

Lutherans and the bicentennial
Theology & Beliefs

Lutherans and the bicentennial

Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…

Learning antifragility from our children
Theology & Beliefs

Learning antifragility from our children

Series editor’s note: The 2026 theme for “Deeper understandings” is faithful witness in challenging times. This year various authors will explore what it means for the ELCA, and each of…