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Media in ministry: Go social

How often have you been running errands and thought, “If only I had my copy of Martin Luther’s Small Catechism with me!” That hasn’t happened to you? That’s OK, you’ll…

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Spiritual Resources

Media in ministry: Go social

With the rise of smartphones has come a variety of Bible apps that people can carry with them and read anywhere. How do you choose one? Here are the main…

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Spiritual Resources

Media in ministry: Go social

The traditional model of a sermon is set up perfectly for auditory learners—those who learn best by hearing information. But some people learn better by moving and touching (kinesthetic learners)…

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Highly recommended: Embracing Stewardship

As you sit in the pew waiting for worship to begin, the pastor announces that the stewardship committee chair will be giving a temple talk. Dread washes over you as…

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August film and book reviews

Film review Finding Dory This summer blockbuster is the sequel to the Academy Award-winning 2003 animated film Finding Nemo. Dory, who also appeared in the earlier film, is a blue…

Taking on issues that matter
Faith in Action

Taking on issues that matter

Every time it rains in Riverdale, Ill., the basements of homes, churches and schools are filled with sewage, overflowing into the streets and alleys. The sewer systems on the city’s…

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Media in ministry: Highly recommended

Kids and Prayer (DVD) Parents, teachers and young children will enjoy this introduction to prayer by Rachel G. Hackenberg. Kids and Prayer is divided into four segments, each approximately 10…

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Media in ministry: Go social

Ever-changing technology and our mobile devices have created new ways we can share the good news. While some congregations are embracing tech-savvy ways of evangelism, others see worship as a…

July film and book reviews
Spiritual Resources

July film and book reviews

Film review Last Days in the Desert This is an immersive spiritual drama inspired by the story of Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness when he was tempted by the…

Highly recommended: Coloring book
Spiritual Resources

Highly recommended: Coloring book

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…

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Go social

Once you have your church Facebook page set up (May issue of Living Lutheran), now comes the fun part: Be social! 1. Share information and images from connected organizations. Whether…

June film and book reviews
Spiritual Resources

June film and book reviews

Film review The Jungle Book. This stunning Disney film with live-action and computer-generated imagery in 3-D is an adventure story that keeps us on the edge of our seats. It’s…