The Latest Articles
The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
Keeping Up with the Country’s Changing Map
We in the Missouri Synod need to ask in a serious way: How do we keep up with the changing map of the country?
Paul R. Raabe
November 12, 2026
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Stewardship Essentials: Discipline
Nathan Meador
Congregations that wish to cultivate faithful stewardship need to commit to the regular discipline of teaching and preaching stewardship.
Willard Burce: A Legacy of Service
Martin Dicke
The legacy of Burce's 40 years of service in Papua New Guinea lives on.
Epiphany Traditions: King Cake & House Blessing
Kristen Einertson and Tessa Muench
The season of Epiphany begins on Jan. 6. In this season, Jesus’ revelation is everywhere.
‘Lo, How A Rose E’er Blooming’: A Hymnwriter Shares His Favorite Christmas Hymn
Stephen Starke
This hymn beautifully evokes the mystery of the Incarnation that we celebrate each Christmas.
‘For You To Dwell Within My Heart’
James Baneck
Dear parents: To serve the newborn King, the Savior of the world is a sacred and honorable calling.
On “The King Shall Come When Morning Dawns”: Hope So Close I Can Taste It
Liv Booth
This is the dark before dawn. In the morning, He's coming for us.








