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The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
2026 LW Summer Reading Roundup
Writers and editors of The Lutheran Witness share the books they're excited about this summer.
Rachel Bomberger, Cheryl Magness and Mary Henrichs
June 25, 2026
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Christians Are To Be Taught
Kate Deddens
Many challenges threaten education today. Like Luther, we can meet them with renewed devotion to faithful, Lutheran education.
Microschools: Meeting a Need and Fulfilling a Mission
Leah Bromen
As demand for private education soars, LCMS churches of any size can consider serving their congregation with a "microschool."
Our Great Heritage: C.F.W. Walther
Molly Lackey
Faced with false confession or schism, he chose the hard path, navigated extreme challenges, and helped establish our church body.
Book Lists for Young Lutherans: High Schoolers
Leah Bromen and Kate Deddens
A recommended reading list for high schoolers, including church history, literature, poetry, logic, mathematics and science books, and more.
Book Lists for Young Lutherans: Older Children
Leah Bromen and Kate Deddens
A recommended reading list for older children, including church history, literature, poetry, logic, mathematics and science, drama, art books and more.
Book Lists for Young Lutherans: Little Children
Leah Bromen and Kate Deddens
A recommended reading list for young children, including church history, literature, poetry, mathematics and science books, and more.








