Also participating in the service were (photo, left to right) Missionary Peter Evensen and Pastors David Naumann, James Albrecht, [Jonah Albrecht], Wayne Eichstadt, and Drew Naumann. Ordination and Installation: In accord with our usage and order, Jonah Albrecht, who was called by Redemption Lutheran Church of Lynnwood, Washington, and Ascension Lutheran Church of Tacoma, Washington… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Year/Month: 2023/09
Every other month we get an update on what’s been happening recently at ourImmanuel Lutheran High School, College and Seminary in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. This fall marks the 60th year that Immanuel Lutheran College (ILC) has been located on its campus in Eau Claire. This anniversary gives us the opportunity to reflect on how gracious… Read More »Month Archive Read More
TLH = The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941; WS = Worship Supplement 2000; LSB = Lutheran Service Book, 2006 Date Hymns Reading Comments September 1 TLH 196 / LSB 468 Jeremiah 15 No one can resist the just wrath of the Lord. Even so, the Lord protects and delivers those who are faithful to Him. September 2… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Updates from congregations around the Church of the Lutheran Confession It might seem like a paradox. On the one hand God says of Himself in Malachi 3:6, “For I am the Lord , I do not change,” while at the same time Jeremiah speaks of how the Lord’s compassions “are new every morning.” (Lamentations 3:22-23)… Read More »Month Archive Read More
In this series, those involved with CLC foreign missions profile one aspect of our overseas endeavors. Are you someone who shows up early for church? Maybe you’ve been conditioned to arrive fifteen minutes early to most important events. Do you arrive at the last moment before the bell rings to begin the service? Perhaps you… Read More »Month Archive Read More
This series offers an overview of the chief teachings of the Christian church. Law and Gospel. Or might we say, “Bad news; good news.” Sinners. Saved. “SOS (Shows our sin); SOS (Shows our Savior).” Brief and to the point, these expressions help to show that Law and Gospel are more than categories for the Bible’s… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Simon was a Pharisee who asked Jesus to dine with him one day. A woman, known to be a “sinner,” interrupted the meal. She kissed Jesus’ feet, washed them with her tears, dried them with her hair, and anointed them with fragrant oil. Simon was disturbed that Jesus allowed this “sinner” to behave in this… Read More »Month Archive Read More
GIVING IT UP. . .
Written by David Fuerstenau | September, 2023
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The MC (Master of Ceremonies) is introducing the guest of honor. He tells of his background, relating also his achievements and reputation. Obviously, he expects the crowd to be informed about and appreciative of such a storied speaker. Finally, the MC brings his introduction to a climax by inviting applause and a warm welcome: “Please,… Read More »Month Archive Read More
BEAUTIFUL IN CHRIST
Written by Robert Sauers | September, 2023
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“Do not let your adornment be merely outward-arranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fine apparel-rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God. For in this manner, in former times, the holy women… Read More »Month Archive Read More
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. When Martin Luther returned to Wittenberg in 1523 after his time in protection at the Wartburg Castle, he set out to correct abuses that had… Read More »Month Archive Read More
Work is good. My deeply German grandmother often said, “Arbeit macht das Leben süß”-“Work makes life sweet.” Until recent years, that was a concept largely taken for granted in America. Many would call it foundational to the American way of life. But as our country again celebrates Labor Day on September 4, some are questioning… Read More »Month Archive Read More
So much that is truly real we never really stop to consider. The fact that you are reading or hearing these words means that you are a sentient human being, which in turn means that God Himself gave life to your mortal body at your conception. Your conscious thought is not the sum and substance… Read More »Month Archive Read More