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Overview of American Lutheran Synods
This is an introduction into an overview of the Lutheran synods in America. Included is a timeline of Lutheran synod history in America.
synods • america • united states • mergers • splits
This is an introduction into an overview of the Lutheran synods in America. Included is a timeline of Lutheran synod history in America.
synods • america • united states • mergers • splits
Gustavus Adolphus College Guide
If you're looking for a classic liberal arts college in a rural setting with a friendly atmosphere, check out Gustavus Adolphus College in southwest Minnesota.
gustavus adolphus college • st peter minnesota • college student • liberal arts college • evangelical lutheran church in america
If you're looking for a classic liberal arts college in a rural setting with a friendly atmosphere, check out Gustavus Adolphus College in southwest Minnesota.
gustavus adolphus college • st peter minnesota • college student • liberal arts college • evangelical lutheran church in america
Sexuality and the ELCA- What Now?
Human sexuality has been on the mind of the ELCA for over eight years. The votes are in and the decisions made. What does the ELCA do now; can it move on?
the evangelical lutheran church in america • elca • homosexuality • gay clergy • human sexuality: gift and trust
Human sexuality has been on the mind of the ELCA for over eight years. The votes are in and the decisions made. What does the ELCA do now; can it move on?
the evangelical lutheran church in america • elca • homosexuality • gay clergy • human sexuality: gift and trust
Why Women Go into Ministry
Despite being told they are defying scripture, usurping the will of God, and are abominations, many women still become pastors. So what is it that drives them?
women in ministry • elca women • female pastors • defying scripture • 1 timothy 4:3
Despite being told they are defying scripture, usurping the will of God, and are abominations, many women still become pastors. So what is it that drives them?
women in ministry • elca women • female pastors • defying scripture • 1 timothy 4:3
Davey and Goliath
In the 1950's and 1960's the ULCA/LCA aired a series of animated shorts called "Davey and Goliath." Davey was an average middle-American boy and Goliath was Davey's pet dog that spoke only to Davey. The episodes are re-appearing on cable channels.
davey and goliath • animated • features • morality • family
In the 1950's and 1960's the ULCA/LCA aired a series of animated shorts called "Davey and Goliath." Davey was an average middle-American boy and Goliath was Davey's pet dog that spoke only to Davey. The episodes are re-appearing on cable channels.
davey and goliath • animated • features • morality • family
This Far by Faith: An African American Resource for Worship
The new hymnal produced by Augsburg Fortress, <I>This Far by Faith</I>. This incorporates many styles and songs from the African-American community.
luther • bugenhagen • african american • hymns • hymnal
The new hymnal produced by Augsburg Fortress, <I>This Far by Faith</I>. This incorporates many styles and songs from the African-American community.
luther • bugenhagen • african american • hymns • hymnal
Thinking in Story by Dr Richard Jensen (second article)
Second article reveiwing the book by Dr. Jensen "Thinking in Story" Example of how the textual story is told as the frame of the sermon.
story telling • story-telling • thinking in story • preaching • post-literate
Second article reveiwing the book by Dr. Jensen "Thinking in Story" Example of how the textual story is told as the frame of the sermon.
story telling • story-telling • thinking in story • preaching • post-literate
A Brief History of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod: Part 1
A multi-part look at the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, which began in 1918 as the Reorganised Norwegian Lutheran Synod, but traces its roots back to the 1840's when Norwegian Lutherans first came to America. Footnotes are marked and will be denoted after the final installment. This forum will endeavor to look at the various aspects of Lutheranism and the histories of the various Lutheran synods. This article is written from the point of view of the ELS.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
A multi-part look at the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod, which began in 1918 as the Reorganised Norwegian Lutheran Synod, but traces its roots back to the 1840's when Norwegian Lutherans first came to America. Footnotes are marked and will be denoted after the final installment. This forum will endeavor to look at the various aspects of Lutheranism and the histories of the various Lutheran synods. This article is written from the point of view of the ELS.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
In the Hands of God?
Lutherans are deciding on the fate of gays in the church...is it in the hands of God, or should we have a say in it?
god • lesbian • gay • homosexual • religion
Lutherans are deciding on the fate of gays in the church...is it in the hands of God, or should we have a say in it?
god • lesbian • gay • homosexual • religion
Answering The Call
North America was settled by large numbers of God fearing people. To meet this need, large numbers of pastors and rabbis filled the churches and temples. Web resources to find church records for members of the clergy.
clergy • swarthout • rabbis • ministers • preachers
North America was settled by large numbers of God fearing people. To meet this need, large numbers of pastors and rabbis filled the churches and temples. Web resources to find church records for members of the clergy.
clergy • swarthout • rabbis • ministers • preachers
Church and Contraceptives
The Roman Catholic Church has long been against the use of contraception methods, but how did it all start?
contraception • contraceptive • church • roman catholic • encyclical
The Roman Catholic Church has long been against the use of contraception methods, but how did it all start?
contraception • contraceptive • church • roman catholic • encyclical
ELCA Council Approves Time Line, Funds For Sexuality Studies
This press release is added to document trends in some branches of Lutheranism. Feel free to comment in the discussion forum.
press release • homosexuality • elca • studies • sexuality
This press release is added to document trends in some branches of Lutheranism. Feel free to comment in the discussion forum.
press release • homosexuality • elca • studies • sexuality
The Pastor and Church Finance
Changes in giving patterns can indicate a major issue for pastoral concern. That's just one reason pastors should know what their parishioners give.
pastor • pastors • pastoral • giving • stewardship
Changes in giving patterns can indicate a major issue for pastoral concern. That's just one reason pastors should know what their parishioners give.
pastor • pastors • pastoral • giving • stewardship
The Hymnal: A Lutheran Legacy Through the Ages
A look at Lutheran hymnology, with special emphasis on American Lutheran Hymnals. This article looks at how the Lutheran church used hymns and hymnals as a tool of worship and praise and instruction.
lutheranism • hymn • hymns • hymnal • service
A look at Lutheran hymnology, with special emphasis on American Lutheran Hymnals. This article looks at how the Lutheran church used hymns and hymnals as a tool of worship and praise and instruction.
lutheranism • hymn • hymns • hymnal • service
Ye Lands, to the Lord Make a Jubilant Noise
A look at a Norwegian-American Lutheran hymn, appropriate for Thanksgiving. Include is a brief synopsis of the hymn's writing and several congregational settings for singing this hymn.
ulrik koren • norwegian • iowa • luther college • lutheran
A look at a Norwegian-American Lutheran hymn, appropriate for Thanksgiving. Include is a brief synopsis of the hymn's writing and several congregational settings for singing this hymn.
ulrik koren • norwegian • iowa • luther college • lutheran
Interpreting Scripture
Lutherans believe that the Bible is the inspired, authoritative Word of God. But what exactly does this mean, and how does that affect Lutheran Biblical interpretation?
lutheran interpretation of scripture • interpreting scripture • lutheran view of the bible • word of god • inspired word of god
Lutherans believe that the Bible is the inspired, authoritative Word of God. But what exactly does this mean, and how does that affect Lutheran Biblical interpretation?
lutheran interpretation of scripture • interpreting scripture • lutheran view of the bible • word of god • inspired word of god
Reconnecting To Our Lutheran Musical Heritage
A testimonial about the effect the Lutheran liturgy has on one young man and how the liturgy and hymns help to proclaim the Gospel of Christ in our Sunday worship.
hymn • liturgy • service • book • hymnal
A testimonial about the effect the Lutheran liturgy has on one young man and how the liturgy and hymns help to proclaim the Gospel of Christ in our Sunday worship.
hymn • liturgy • service • book • hymnal
Review of The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming
A review of a new Lutheran hymnal, The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.
lutherans • hymns • services
A review of a new Lutheran hymnal, The Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.
lutherans • hymns • services
Synod President A.L. Barry dies in Orlando hospital
The Rev. Dr. A.L. Barry, who had served since 1992 as president of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod, died at at 10:15 p.m. March 23 in an Orlando, Fla., hospital. As a service to a Lutherans, and documenting Lutheran history, I have recorded the LCMS press release here.
lutheran • church • missouri • synod • barry
The Rev. Dr. A.L. Barry, who had served since 1992 as president of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod, died at at 10:15 p.m. March 23 in an Orlando, Fla., hospital. As a service to a Lutherans, and documenting Lutheran history, I have recorded the LCMS press release here.
lutheran • church • missouri • synod • barry
The Lutheran Journey Begins in a Land of Freedom
On this day of Independence in the United States of America I begin the study of Lutheran synods in America with an overview of the Lutheran Church in the New World and in the American Republic. The various synods reflect the diversity and freedoms found in this nation and in the American Lutheran church.
united states • lutherans • church • leaders • education
On this day of Independence in the United States of America I begin the study of Lutheran synods in America with an overview of the Lutheran Church in the New World and in the American Republic. The various synods reflect the diversity and freedoms found in this nation and in the American Lutheran church.
united states • lutherans • church • leaders • education
Lutherans in World War II
A look at Lutherans and Lutheran institutions in World War II. How did the war affect Lutherans? How did Lutherans affect the society affected by war? What consequences do we see today in these activities? And can these Lutherans be counted among "The Greatest Generation?"
world war ii • lutherans • gustaw manitius • posnan • poland
A look at Lutherans and Lutheran institutions in World War II. How did the war affect Lutherans? How did Lutherans affect the society affected by war? What consequences do we see today in these activities? And can these Lutherans be counted among "The Greatest Generation?"
world war ii • lutherans • gustaw manitius • posnan • poland
Service Book and Hymnal (SBH): 41 Years later
A review of the venerable <I>Service Book and Hymnal</I>, used for many years in Lutheran circles, written by James Gerhardt Sucha.
lutheran • hymn • hymnal • hymnody • service
A review of the venerable <I>Service Book and Hymnal</I>, used for many years in Lutheran circles, written by James Gerhardt Sucha.
lutheran • hymn • hymnal • hymnody • service
The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) 21 Years Later
A review of <I>The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW)</I> by James Gerhardt Sucha. Mr. Sucha is the editor of a hymnal in progess, entitled <I>Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.</I>
lutheran • hymnal • worship • lcms • alc
A review of <I>The Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW)</I> by James Gerhardt Sucha. Mr. Sucha is the editor of a hymnal in progess, entitled <I>Service Hymnal: A Lutheran Homecoming.</I>
lutheran • hymnal • worship • lcms • alc
Thy Strong Word: The Efficacy of the Word in the Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions
Richard Futrell has submitted many pieces for "Praise Today." He submitted this review of "Thy Strong Word" which was written and published by Dr. Gregory Jackson. I appreciate Mr. Futrell's insights and review of this book.
sin • grace • justification • sacraments • word
Richard Futrell has submitted many pieces for "Praise Today." He submitted this review of "Thy Strong Word" which was written and published by Dr. Gregory Jackson. I appreciate Mr. Futrell's insights and review of this book.
sin • grace • justification • sacraments • word
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