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The ‘Other’ Lutheran Composer

Two generations junior to Bach, Felix Mendelssohn made significant contributions to western music and Lutheran hymnody during his short life.

Shedding Some Light

Math Challenged Said the two snakes to Noah: “We’ll give it a try, but we’re adders, you know, we don’t multiply.” Don’t Confuse Me! Some of my best arguments are spoiled by people who know what they’re talking about. Courtesy of George Kottwitz Trinity Lutheran Church Edwardsville, Ill.   An English Lesson A pastor used

Greetings, O Favored Ones: The Lord Is with You

by Rev. Jonathan C. Watt Read Luke 1:26–38. Mary was visited by the angel Gabriel. He had good news for her. What words describe the nearness of God to Mary (v. 28)? What two ways does Gabriel say God is with Mary (vv. 28, 30)? What is Mary’s reaction to Gabriel? _________________________________________ _________________________________________ Gabriel said

More Christmas wars

While sharing the Gospel with a front-line cashier is a nice thought, the anti-action tone of “The Great Christmas Wars” [December] is appalling. Yes, we Lutherans do need to have a strong inner foundation, as Dr. David W. Loy suggests, but if we bury our heads in the sand, we will be forced into martyrdom

Nurturing Tomorrow’s Church Musicians

For more than 25 years, the Lutheran Summer Music Academy and Festival has provided students in grades 8-12 an opportunity to grow personally and spiritually, and musically.

Lutheran Witness: March 2009

Normally, in this section, we highlight the stories we feature in the current issue of The Lutheran Witness. However, this month we encourage you to visit the Web site of our sister publication, Reporter, where you will find…

Shedding Some Light

Thoughts for the New Year The most important thing in communication is to listen for the things not being said. Happiness comes through doors you didn’t know you left open. When someone says, “That’s a good question,” you can be sure it’s a lot better than the answer you’re going to get. Don’t expect God

We Have Seen His Majesty

by Rev. Jonathan C. Watt Read 2 Peter 1:16–18. He was an eyewitness. St. Peter said he saw the majesty of Jesus. The word majesty is a kingly word. It has to do with greatness and power. Glory is another word for majesty. That’s what Peter says he and the other disciples saw. He recalls

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