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Edward Rechlin: First Concert Organist of the Missouri Synod
Rechlin’s professional life was spent in the service of the Gospel through performance rather than through composition, teaching or parish ministry.
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Jesus—the example to follow
In Scripture, we read what Jesus said to His disciples when they had argued among themselves about their importance. “Whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be your slave, even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Matt. 20:27–28).
10 Minutes with…Matt Harrison
by James H. Heine Rev. Matthew C. Harrison was installed as the 13th president of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod Sept. …
Hope in Jackpot
by Adriane Dorr Rev. Gary Benedix recently retired from full-time ministry . . . but not really. “I have been …
Dancing on the Devil’s Grave
by Rev. William M. Cwirla Halloween has become a major commercial holiday in this country, second in potential profit making …
The View from Here: Being “Little” Means a Lot
by Dr. Lane R. Seitz This past Sunday I worshiped in one of the smaller congregations in our district. There …
A Sleeping-Mat Ministry: Bringing Comfort to the Homeless
by Sandy Wood From Chicago to Ghana and in between, a ministry carrying Christ’s love and a cushioned place to …