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The General Synod
The Pennsylvania Synod helped form the first loose coalition of synods with the formation of the General Synod. The General Synod would ministries that other Lutheran groups would emulate in coming years. The General Synod also had to struggle with language in the New World.
general synod • pennsylvania ministerium • gettysburg • lutheran • america
The Pennsylvania Synod helped form the first loose coalition of synods with the formation of the General Synod. The General Synod would ministries that other Lutheran groups would emulate in coming years. The General Synod also had to struggle with language in the New World.
general synod • pennsylvania ministerium • gettysburg • lutheran • america
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
A Brief History Of The Evangelical Lutheran Synod, Part 2
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Synod, including endnotes and bibliography for the two parts.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Synod, including endnotes and bibliography for the two parts.
norwegian • lutheran • luther • augsburg • wisconsin
Summer Health Events Help Deliver Health Care
Presbyterian churches have been offering mobile health care clinics in the summer since the 1960s. They are facing a funding crunch help show who needs care.
mobile health fair • presbyterian church • synod of the covenant • health care • john chen
Presbyterian churches have been offering mobile health care clinics in the summer since the 1960s. They are facing a funding crunch help show who needs care.
mobile health fair • presbyterian church • synod of the covenant • health care • john chen
The Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia: A Brief History (1)
A brief history of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Australia, starting with the first Lutheran immigrants to Australia. Written by Rev. Kenneth Fischer and supplied by Rev. Peter Prange.
lutheran • luther • australia • worship • fellowship
A brief history of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Australia, starting with the first Lutheran immigrants to Australia. Written by Rev. Kenneth Fischer and supplied by Rev. Peter Prange.
lutheran • luther • australia • worship • fellowship
The Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia: A Brief History (2)
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia (written by Pastor Kenneth Fischer).
lutheran • australia • fellowship • growth
Part two of the history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia (written by Pastor Kenneth Fischer).
lutheran • australia • fellowship • growth
The Evangelical Lutheran Synod Of Australia: A Brief History (3)
Part Three of Rev. Fischer's history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Australia.
lutheran • australia • fellowship • history
Part Three of Rev. Fischer's history of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Australia.
lutheran • australia • fellowship • history
The Reforms of the Peter the Great
Brief review of the great Reforms under Peter's control
peter the great • baltic sea • livonia • synod • saint-peterburg
Brief review of the great Reforms under Peter's control
peter the great • baltic sea • livonia • synod • saint-peterburg
Carl Ferdinand Wilhelm Walther
A look at the life and work of C. F. W. walther, founder of the Missouri Synod as well as Concordia Seminary in St. Louis and the Synodical Conference. Dr. Walther was voted the most influential American Lutheran by readers of this forum.
luther • lutheran • walther • missouri • lc-ms
A look at the life and work of C. F. W. walther, founder of the Missouri Synod as well as Concordia Seminary in St. Louis and the Synodical Conference. Dr. Walther was voted the most influential American Lutheran by readers of this forum.
luther • lutheran • walther • missouri • lc-ms
Carolingian Monastic Reform and the Plan of St. Gall: Part I, <i>The Reform</i>
monasticism, art, Plan, St. Gall, Benedict, Aniane, Catholic, history, Charlemagne, Louis the pious
monasticism • art • plan • st. gall • benedict
monasticism, art, Plan, St. Gall, Benedict, Aniane, Catholic, history, Charlemagne, Louis the pious
monasticism • art • plan • st. gall • benedict
Ulrik Vilhelm Koren: Patriarch of Norwegian-American Lutherans
A brief look at U. V. Koren, leader of the Norwegian Lutherans. I served as vicar at two churches in Paint Creek, Iowa, which Dr. Koren founded (both members of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
ulrik vilhelm koren • norwegian-american lutherans • iowa • minnesota • luther
A brief look at U. V. Koren, leader of the Norwegian Lutherans. I served as vicar at two churches in Paint Creek, Iowa, which Dr. Koren founded (both members of the Evangelical Lutheran Synod).
ulrik vilhelm koren • norwegian-american lutherans • iowa • minnesota • luther
ELSA History--Bibliography and Timeline
Bibliography and Timeline of ELSA history. See the three previous installments for the in-depth history of ELSA.
lutheran • australia • fellowship • growth • service
Bibliography and Timeline of ELSA history. See the three previous installments for the in-depth history of ELSA.
lutheran • australia • fellowship • growth • service
Orthodox Christian Church and Ecumenism
Ecumenism in the Orthodox Church - Definitions, practice, and policies.
council • ecumenism • church • religion bishop • doctrine
Ecumenism in the Orthodox Church - Definitions, practice, and policies.
council • ecumenism • church • religion bishop • doctrine
The Donatist Heresy and Constantine the Great
Following Constantine's policies of religious toleration, the Christian Church began to turn on itself through heresies like Donatism, threatening public peace.
donatist heresy • constantine and the donatists • early church heresies • council of arles • donatism and the synod of rome
Following Constantine's policies of religious toleration, the Christian Church began to turn on itself through heresies like Donatism, threatening public peace.
donatist heresy • constantine and the donatists • early church heresies • council of arles • donatism and the synod of rome
The Peace and Truce of God
Amidst the rampant violence of the early European Middle ages, these papal decrees emerged as a means of restoring order to Europe, and to protect the church from attack.
peace of god • truce of god • church • noblemen • feudalism
Amidst the rampant violence of the early European Middle ages, these papal decrees emerged as a means of restoring order to Europe, and to protect the church from attack.
peace of god • truce of god • church • noblemen • feudalism
Inner City Mission Retreat
A brief overview of WELS Inner City Ministry Retreat.
lutheran • inner • city • retreat • multi
A brief overview of WELS Inner City Ministry Retreat.
lutheran • inner • city • retreat • multi
Lutheran Hour Ministries: From Radio To Internet
Lutheran Hour Ministries, known for decades for "The Lutheran Hour" radio program, is expanding their scope using multiple forms of media, especially the Internet. This presents a concise history of the ministry as well as its plans for the future. Thanks abundantly goes to Susane Jenkins for supplying this information!
lutheran • hour • ministry • missouri • synod
Lutheran Hour Ministries, known for decades for "The Lutheran Hour" radio program, is expanding their scope using multiple forms of media, especially the Internet. This presents a concise history of the ministry as well as its plans for the future. Thanks abundantly goes to Susane Jenkins for supplying this information!
lutheran • hour • ministry • missouri • synod
The Pennsylvania and New York Ministeriums
The first synods in America bookend the American Revolution. Old world faith meets New World lifestyles and practices as Germanic and Nordic peoples become familiar with organization, self-governance, and the right to vote.
new york • pennsylvania • ministerium • synod • henry melchior muhlenberg
The first synods in America bookend the American Revolution. Old world faith meets New World lifestyles and practices as Germanic and Nordic peoples become familiar with organization, self-governance, and the right to vote.
new york • pennsylvania • ministerium • synod • henry melchior muhlenberg
Hilda 7th Century Abbess of Whitby
Hilda of Whitby, a member of the Northumbrian royal family ruled a monastery of monks and nuns, holding power in a time when few women carried out important roles.
hilda abbess of whitby in seventh century • first ruler at whitby abbey • st hilda of whitby • venerable bede author of ecclesiastical history of • important medieval women
Hilda of Whitby, a member of the Northumbrian royal family ruled a monastery of monks and nuns, holding power in a time when few women carried out important roles.
hilda abbess of whitby in seventh century • first ruler at whitby abbey • st hilda of whitby • venerable bede author of ecclesiastical history of • important medieval women
A Lutheran (Other) World View
What does the future hold? Who holds the future? The closing of a baseball stadium gives us pause to consider time, our mortality, and the care and protection we have in our Savior's arms.
lutheran • baseball • stadium • melanchthon • luther
What does the future hold? Who holds the future? The closing of a baseball stadium gives us pause to consider time, our mortality, and the care and protection we have in our Savior's arms.
lutheran • baseball • stadium • melanchthon • luther
Book Review: Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions
COncordia Publishing House just issued a reader's version of the "Book of Concord." The "Book of Concord" is the collection of Lutheran confessions. This is truly a masterpiece as a book, complete with colorplates and woodcut reproductions, especially the woodcuts used in the original publishing of Luther's "Small Catechism."
c. f. w. walther • the lutheran church--missouri synod • synodical conference • lutheran confessions • concordia publishing
COncordia Publishing House just issued a reader's version of the "Book of Concord." The "Book of Concord" is the collection of Lutheran confessions. This is truly a masterpiece as a book, complete with colorplates and woodcut reproductions, especially the woodcuts used in the original publishing of Luther's "Small Catechism."
c. f. w. walther • the lutheran church--missouri synod • synodical conference • lutheran confessions • concordia publishing
Barry Issues New Statement On 'Joint Declaration'
The office of Dr. A.L. Barry, president of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod (LC-MS) issued this statement on the "Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification" on October 18, 1999. Read the bulletin on the "Joint Declaration" and/or register your opinion, thoughts, comments, and/or concerns in the Discussion Forum.
roman catholic • joint declaration on the doctrine of justificatio • lutheranism • reformation
The office of Dr. A.L. Barry, president of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod (LC-MS) issued this statement on the "Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification" on October 18, 1999. Read the bulletin on the "Joint Declaration" and/or register your opinion, thoughts, comments, and/or concerns in the Discussion Forum.
roman catholic • joint declaration on the doctrine of justificatio • lutheranism • reformation
Cross-cultural Ministry Challenges--Spanish Missions in Phoenix, AZ
This article is actually a letter from an old friend and seminary roommate. He granted me permission to share it so that my readers can see some of the challenges facing cross-culture ministry. Also, I ask your prayers for Resurrection Ev. Lutheran Church and any other support you can offer.
resurrection • cross-culture • ministry • letter • challenges
This article is actually a letter from an old friend and seminary roommate. He granted me permission to share it so that my readers can see some of the challenges facing cross-culture ministry. Also, I ask your prayers for Resurrection Ev. Lutheran Church and any other support you can offer.
resurrection • cross-culture • ministry • letter • challenges
In Memoriam: Andrew K. Nitz
My brother-in-law, a life-long Lutheran and grandson of a Lutheran pastor, is called home by the Lord. This article celebrates the time of Grace Andy was given here on earth and the eternal home he now enjoys courtesy of Christ's blood.
andy k. nitz • death • life • lutheran • father
My brother-in-law, a life-long Lutheran and grandson of a Lutheran pastor, is called home by the Lord. This article celebrates the time of Grace Andy was given here on earth and the eternal home he now enjoys courtesy of Christ's blood.
andy k. nitz • death • life • lutheran • father
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
The Lutheran Church in Hungary
A brief look at the Lutheran church in Hungary.
luther • hungary • slovak • german • mátyás dévai bíró
A brief look at the Lutheran church in Hungary.
luther • hungary • slovak • german • mátyás dévai bíró
Built on the Rock the Church Doth Stand
An essay that looks at the Scripture texts behind Nicolai Grundtvig's classic hymn, "Built on the Rock the Church Doth Stand."
church • word • means • grace • baptism
An essay that looks at the Scripture texts behind Nicolai Grundtvig's classic hymn, "Built on the Rock the Church Doth Stand."
church • word • means • grace • baptism
Gregory VII, Henry IV & the Investiture Conflict
The 11th century conflict over lay investiture highlighted struggles between church and state as reform minded popes attempted to limit the scope of secular authority.
investiture crisis • gregory vii and henry iv • lay investiture in the middle ages • papal excommunication of kings • pope gregory vii's conflict with the holy roman em
The 11th century conflict over lay investiture highlighted struggles between church and state as reform minded popes attempted to limit the scope of secular authority.
investiture crisis • gregory vii and henry iv • lay investiture in the middle ages • papal excommunication of kings • pope gregory vii's conflict with the holy roman em
Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085)
<p>Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085) set the papacy on a course that his predecessors would have thought unthinkable, and his successors saw as inevitable. This article is a brief biographical sketch of his life and influence.</p>
pope • papacy • papal history • gregory • hildebrand
<p>Pope Gregory VII (1073-1085) set the papacy on a course that his predecessors would have thought unthinkable, and his successors saw as inevitable. This article is a brief biographical sketch of his life and influence.</p>
pope • papacy • papal history • gregory • hildebrand
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
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
Wisconsin Lutheran College: A Liberal Arts School Grows in Milwaukee
As I prepare to delve into Luther's treatise on the Jews, I will take a break and give a brief history of a Lutheran liberal arts college which I've almost seen grow up before me.
wisconsin lutheran college • marvin schwan • dr. gary greenfield • liberal arts • lutheran
As I prepare to delve into Luther's treatise on the Jews, I will take a break and give a brief history of a Lutheran liberal arts college which I've almost seen grow up before me.
wisconsin lutheran college • marvin schwan • dr. gary greenfield • liberal arts • lutheran
Ine
Ine was neither the son nor the father of a king, but in his laws he left a lasting legacy in England.
ine • king • wessex • laws • athelheard
Ine was neither the son nor the father of a king, but in his laws he left a lasting legacy in England.
ine • king • wessex • laws • athelheard
Lutheran World Missions--Ghana (Part 1)
A look at the LC-MS mission work in Ghana, West Africa, supplied by Dave Walker.
lutheran • world • missions • missouri • ghana
A look at the LC-MS mission work in Ghana, West Africa, supplied by Dave Walker.
lutheran • world • missions • missouri • ghana
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
Wartburg Castle
A look at the Wartburg Castle, its architecture, its history, its place in Germany,and its place in the Reformation. Dating back almost to the first millenium, the castle has been a witness to history and a midwife of the Reformation.
luther • junker • george • translate • new
A look at the Wartburg Castle, its architecture, its history, its place in Germany,and its place in the Reformation. Dating back almost to the first millenium, the castle has been a witness to history and a midwife of the Reformation.
luther • junker • george • translate • new
Churches at Gander, Newfoundland
Visitors coming to Gander, Newfoundland will find a wide range of churches to choose from to suit their worshiping needs during their stay.
churches at gander newfoundland • choices at gander for worshiping visitors • activities at gander churches • religious or spiritual resources at gander • anglican church book store gander
Visitors coming to Gander, Newfoundland will find a wide range of churches to choose from to suit their worshiping needs during their stay.
churches at gander newfoundland • choices at gander for worshiping visitors • activities at gander churches • religious or spiritual resources at gander • anglican church book store gander
Joint Declaration on the Doctrine of Justification
An introduction into the study of the Joint Declaration in the light of Scripture.
roman • catholic • lutheran • reformation • martin
An introduction into the study of the Joint Declaration in the light of Scripture.
roman • catholic • lutheran • reformation • martin
Seven Historic Yorkshire UK Seaside Attractions
Yorkshire's seaside resorts ooze history; with abbeys, old fishing villages, museums, castles, churches and halls providing a glimpse into the coast's colourful past.
yorkshire tourist attractions • east riding coast • robin hood's bay history • whitby museums and statues • english tourism
Yorkshire's seaside resorts ooze history; with abbeys, old fishing villages, museums, castles, churches and halls providing a glimpse into the coast's colourful past.
yorkshire tourist attractions • east riding coast • robin hood's bay history • whitby museums and statues • english tourism
Summer Camp for the Family
Why should summer camp only be for Tommy or Kate? Why not make it a true family vacation and bring along mom, dad and Rover? Summer camps now include the whole family.
family summer camp • camp manitou • canadian ecology center • ymca summer camp • summer camp
Why should summer camp only be for Tommy or Kate? Why not make it a true family vacation and bring along mom, dad and Rover? Summer camps now include the whole family.
family summer camp • camp manitou • canadian ecology center • ymca summer camp • summer camp
The Venerable Bede, Father of English History
The Venerable Bede was a Northumbrian monk who wrote a wide-ranging study of medieval England, a book which is still valued as a historical document.
the venerable bede • father of english history • bede • author of the ecclesiastical history of the englis • the early life of bede
The Venerable Bede was a Northumbrian monk who wrote a wide-ranging study of medieval England, a book which is still valued as a historical document.
the venerable bede • father of english history • bede • author of the ecclesiastical history of the englis • the early life of bede
St. Anselm
St. Anselm is one of only five of the 33 'Doctors of the Church' who were named so without a formal decree by the pope or a council.
st. anselm • nineteenth doctor of the catholic church • doctors of the catholic church • doctor angelicus • catholic magisterium
St. Anselm is one of only five of the 33 'Doctors of the Church' who were named so without a formal decree by the pope or a council.
st. anselm • nineteenth doctor of the catholic church • doctors of the catholic church • doctor angelicus • catholic magisterium
How to Handle Vigil Praying
Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran and other churches often ask people to sign up for an hour during a prayer vigil. Here are tips for participating in vigil prayer.
praying • prayer • prayers • god • pray
Catholic, Anglican, Lutheran and other churches often ask people to sign up for an hour during a prayer vigil. Here are tips for participating in vigil prayer.
praying • prayer • prayers • god • pray
Montsegur and the Cathars
Cathar oppostion to the Church of Rome culminated in an act of barbarism which still brings hundreds of visitors to a remote commune in the foothills of the Pyrenees
the cathars • the da vinci code • the holy grail • simon de montfort • the crusaders
Cathar oppostion to the Church of Rome culminated in an act of barbarism which still brings hundreds of visitors to a remote commune in the foothills of the Pyrenees
the cathars • the da vinci code • the holy grail • simon de montfort • the crusaders
Pope Benedict XVI Turns 81
Joseph Ratzinger did not want to be Pope. He prayed not to be selected. But God's will was different. He was elected Pope in 2005.
who is pope benedict • joseph alois ratzinger • the holy father • the papal • a german is pope
Joseph Ratzinger did not want to be Pope. He prayed not to be selected. But God's will was different. He was elected Pope in 2005.
who is pope benedict • joseph alois ratzinger • the holy father • the papal • a german is pope
The Beecher Dynasty
The Beecher family, of Litchfield, Connecticut, worked in many ways to abolish slavery in 19th century America. Read more about these fascinating people...
slavery • abolitionists • beecher family • american civil war • litchfield connecticut
The Beecher family, of Litchfield, Connecticut, worked in many ways to abolish slavery in 19th century America. Read more about these fascinating people...
slavery • abolitionists • beecher family • american civil war • litchfield connecticut
Explore North Yorkshire's Whitby
Although only a small fishing town, Whitby has a fascinating history. Visit Whitby Abbey, wander the shops, and stroll along the stunning local sea cliffs.
visit whitby • whitby abbey • dracula whitby • visit north yorkshire • whitby tour
Although only a small fishing town, Whitby has a fascinating history. Visit Whitby Abbey, wander the shops, and stroll along the stunning local sea cliffs.
visit whitby • whitby abbey • dracula whitby • visit north yorkshire • whitby tour
The General Council of Chalcedon
Considered a recorded, continuous activity of the church for 2,000 years, the General Councils have defined Catholic Dogma.
general councils of the catholic church • general council of nicaea • general council of constantinople • general council of ephesus • general council of chalcedon
Considered a recorded, continuous activity of the church for 2,000 years, the General Councils have defined Catholic Dogma.
general councils of the catholic church • general council of nicaea • general council of constantinople • general council of ephesus • general council of chalcedon
Does Appreciating Diversity Require Compromising Values?
A personal view about the conflict related to accepting others while holding fast to our convictions.
discrimination • diversity • promiscuity • extramarital sex • premarital sex
A personal view about the conflict related to accepting others while holding fast to our convictions.
discrimination • diversity • promiscuity • extramarital sex • premarital sex
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