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Lutheran Witness: September 2007

magazine, is for laypeople, while Reporter, our monthly newspaper, is for professional church workers and congregational lay leaders. This principle has served us well
More on “Preparing Pastors”

Regarding the letter from Mr. Roth published in the August issue of the Witness, I need to ask a couple of questions: What does Mr. Roth include in his use of the term stewardship?  And, what are the “manifold benefits” to which he refers—are they primarily monetary?   I agree that financial stewardship—by individuals, congregations, districts,
More on the “Racially Split Church”

Regarding Dr.Uwe Siemon-Netto’s article (June/July 07), “The Sin of the Racially Split Church,” I am wondering if Dr. Siemon-Netto has considered that, in a free society, the people have the choice of association in non-governmental situations (e.g., the church) After more than 350 years of living in the same land and hundreds of billions of
Chosen!

2007 National Youth Gathering termed “the church at its best.” Reflections and photos from this year’s Gathering.
In His Corner

NFL Hall of Famer Roger Wehrli cites God’s abiding presence in enshrinement speech.
“Letting Go” of a Child

by Dr. Leslie (Jack) Fyans My 15-year-old daughter wants to be more independent. I realize this is a normal part of growing up. However, her father is finding it very hard to “let go” and wants to maintain the same degree of control over her. How can he and I work this out to the

Chosen and Blessed

“CHOSEN” was the theme of this year’s National Youth Gathering —a major purpose of which is to help our young people grow in their understanding of who they are as CHOSEN ones of our gracious God.
Fan Into Flame: Igniting Hearts

by Ron Nelson Expansion begins in Novosibirsk, Siberia Thanks to a designated gift from a donor, Fan into Flame has sent $15,000 for the permits to begin construction of an expanded worship and training center at Christ the Savior Lutheran Church in Novosibirsk. Located in the Siberian Federal District, Christ the Savior serves as a
Poster Power

Urban Sunday-school kids realize they, too, can reach out to children in other countries with the Good News of Jesus.
Making Hay

As a farmer with many tasks that need to be done quickly when weather permits, too often I miss Sunday services. Is it better for me to sit in church and think about my hay, or for me to sit on a load of hay and think about the Lord? This sort of question confronts

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