First, from the entire Dill family, we wish to express our gratitude for all the support over the years and especially at the “Deportation” party in December. My last service as your Deacon was December 24th-25th. Obviously you all are in good hands with Pastor Ben, Deacon Glen and the entire elder board. Each of … [Read more…]
Peace/Concord on Earth As we wait in anticipation of the Christmas season, we look to what we have been told happened over 2,000 years ago. A reading from Luke 2:13-15 13suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Gloryto God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace … [Read more…]
Grace Lutheran sued by estranged members – Leader-Telegram: Front Page This is a perfect example for the title of my blog. Just no matter how you slice it, it will be a very messy deal.
Many of us have heard that it is better to give than to receive. Advent is the awaiting of a gift from God, in his Son Jesus Christ. As we await this gift, we also await another gift, the one of salvation that comes apparent at Easter. Yes, I know this is Advent, it is … [Read more…]
RECALL NOTICE: The Maker of all human beings (GOD) is recalling all units manufactured, regardless of make or year, due to a serious defect in the primary and central component of the heart. This is due to a malfunction in the original prototype units code named Adam and Eve, resulting in the reproduction of the … [Read more…]
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As I get closer to moving to Wartburg Seminary with my family, I really have started to learn the vast importance of having Christian friends. These are the friends that keep you in check. They keep you on the straight and narrow path that God is leading you on. When you so badly want to … [Read more…]
When I began to study the Gospel reading for today, I first said to myself,”hey, this is an easy lesson. Everyone will get this. It’s obvious that heaven is where the banquet is and we have been invited, yet some will refuse.” End of sermon, right? I always have to laugh when I see how … [Read more…]
Ecumenical News InternationalNews Highlights28 September 2011 Lutheran pastor appointed dean of Anglican cathedral in Canada Winnipeg, Manitoba (ENI)–In a historic move, the Anglican diocese ofRupert’s Land appointed a Lutheran pastor, the Rev. Paul Johnson, asdean of the diocese and incumbent for St. John’s Cathedral in Winnipeg,reports the Anglican Journal. This is the first time a … [Read more…]
http://www.thelutheran.org/article/article.cfm?article_id=10165I am glad Jesus never qualified those he would minister to. LCMS as Chaplains in the military will “Harrison said LCMS chaplains would provide word and sacrament ministry to Lutherans in uniform “on a case-by-case basis.”