THE TWO SONS
[Jesus said,] “‘But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, “Son, go, work today in my vineyard.” He answered and said, “I will not,” but… THE TWO SONS
SHEPHERD MY LAMBS
“. . . And these are our children,” we parents proudly say, as we introduce our children to guests in our home. And so right we are, for our children are flesh of our flesh… SHEPHERD MY LAMBS
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH – LOGANVILLE, GEORGIA
Updates from congregations around the Church of the Lutheran Confession Since our last update in the Lutheran Spokesman, Zion has experienced significant changes. Back then, we were optimistic that our Good Shepherd would bless our… ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH – LOGANVILLE, GEORGIA
GOSPEL OUTREACH IN INDIA
In this series, thoseinvolved with CLC foreign missions profile one aspect of our overseas endeavors. [Editor: Names of people and places are being withheld because of the growing risk of persecution in India.] Jesus said… GOSPEL OUTREACH IN INDIA
BREAD OF LIFE READINGS, AUGUST 2024
TLH = The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941; WS = Worship Supplement 2000; LSB = Lutheran Service Book, 2006 Date Hymns Reading Comments August 1 TLH 204/LSB 487 Exodus 14 The Lord commands Moses to lead the… BREAD OF LIFE READINGS, AUGUST 2024
SEEN IN PASSING
Items of interest from various sources of religious news and opinion, in print and on the web. AI Catholic Priest Defrocked. An artificial intelligence “priest” named “Father Justin,” who used algorithms to answer questions about… SEEN IN PASSING
ANNOUNCEMENTS
2024 West Central Pastoral Conference Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Loveland, Colorado September 10-12 Agenda: A Study of the Promise of Romans 8:28 in context Romans 8:18-30—Pastor Cory Drehle A Review of Various Social Media… ANNOUNCEMENTS
CAN YOU HANDLE THE PUBLIC MINISTRY?
(Note: Please share this article with your children or grandchildren.) “This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the office of an overseer [that is, pastor], he desires a good work.” (1 Timothy 3:1… CAN YOU HANDLE THE PUBLIC MINISTRY?
THE HOLY SPIRIT CALLS THROUGH THE CHURCH
When I was in college, an acquaintance asked me why I was studying for the ministry. I paused and answered, “I have a call.” It seemed like a really good answer! It satisfied the inquirer.… THE HOLY SPIRIT CALLS THROUGH THE CHURCH
SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT: THE THANKSGIVING
Ever wonder why we Lutherans use the form of worship we do? In this series we examine the depth and meaning of the various elements of our Lutheran worship service. Have you ever visited with… SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT: THE THANKSGIVING