by Rev. Ben Eder There is much discussion today about the state of the family. We are justifiably concerned about the level of dysfunction in many families, as well as societal and cultural pressures being placed upon the traditional family. In the midst of our stress and anxiety, where do we turn? In times like […]
One Time Too Many Inscription on the monument of an Army mule: “In memory of Kate, who in her time kicked a colonel, three majors, eight captains, 12 lieutenants, 21 sergeants, and 230 others, and one bomb.” Tal. D. Bonham Treasury of Clean Church Jokes Be Prepared Just before a long holiday weekend, a
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by Dr. Leslie (Jack) Fyans My elderly mother has been living with us for 2½ years. During that time she has needed more and more care. I’ve learned to help her with “routine” tasks such as dressing, toileting, etc. I love her, but I am getting worn out in the process, and I’m afraid I’m
Honoring My Mother Read More »
I am certain the child must have heard a parent or other significant adult say something about being “down in the dumps,” a phrase we use when things aren’t going well for us.
A Prayer for ‘People in the Dump’ Read More »
We all love having kids in church, but what should we do when the crying starts?
Hosanna, Loud Hosanna! Read More »
A Lutheran pastor’s Civil War diaries spotlight an “amazing story” and an enduring ministry.
Uncovering History Read More »
Cindy Newkirk found a way to combine her callings in the vineyard and in the Scriptures.
My Father’s Vineyard Read More »
Today, a growing number of families are without a “father figure” in the home. So, what’s a single mother to do?
What’s a Single Mother to Do? Read More »
On Father’s Day, many dads will celebrate and fire up the barbeque grill. But fathers have a greater responsibility, too…serving as role models for their sons.
In many ways, this is a “family” issue. Our cover story focuses on fathers and sons. A second story highlights a
strong sense of family and vocation in the vineyards of California, while a third uncovers a bit of “family” history as it pertains to our Synod and its early years.
Lutheran Witness: June/July 2009 Read More »
As with the past few May issues of The Lutheran Witness, you hold in your hands a magazine dedicated principally to the topic of pastoral formation and education, and to the important work our pastors do
among us.
Lutheran Witness: May 2009 Read More »
In response to President Kieschnick’s March article regarding the Missouri Synod’s position on “Right to Life,” I would like to share some of the discussion from a recent Sunday morning Bible class. The question was posed: If the California mother of 14 children were a member of our church family, how would we respond? Initial
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