Living the Great Commission
To help an urban congregation minister to its community, a district turns to one of the greatest strengths of our Synod——its system of Christian education.
The Magazine
When ‘Wanting to Do the Right Thing’ Might Get You in Trouble
Haiti, Volunteerism, and a Desire to Help Commentary by Albert B. Collver III and Daniel Mattson The earthquake in Haiti has shaken the entire world and refocused attention on the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, if not the world. People from around the globe have poured out help to this island nation. In particular,
Hope in Haiti: One Moment, One Person at a Time
The LCMS has moved beyond the early emergency stage into the next steps of disaster response that, we pray, will share hope in Haiti long after it disappears from newscasts.
Receiving Consolation
An online search leads to an encounter with a Lutheran pastor and an opportunity to find forgiveness, comfort, and release.
Luther and Private Confession
Balm for consciences afflicted by sin
2010 March for Life: A Reflection
Human life, no matter what stage of development and no matter what condition it’s in, is precious because of God’s creative work and Christ’s redemptive act.
My Lesson from Kindergarten
I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. –Phil. 4:13 ESV
Engaging the world around us
While I normally read most of The Lutheran Witness each month, the January issue was especially revealing of the rich treasures with which our Lord has entrusted this church body. From the familiar voice of Rev. Mueller, my own district president, to the review of something I heard in person last year (when Dr. Newton
Lutheran Witness: March 2010
By the time you pick up this issue of The Lutheran
Witness, the story that has dominated the news for the
past two months, the terrible earthquake in Haiti, will
likely have begun to recede from the headlines. Yet…
Lent: A Message for a Post-Church Culture
by Rev. Timothy C. Cartwright I served a parish in the mountains of Colorado for eight years in the 1990s. While there, I volunteered in the local school district. The school superintendent and a principal, and numerous teachers, were congregation members. Each winter for five years, along with another community volunteer, I cared for a
Matters of the Heart
In the context of Ash Wednesday, we see that God’s treasure and heart…are in the same place.
Rural Ministries: Vibrant Opportunities
Despite declining populations, rural communities offer vibrant opportunities to joyfully share the comfort of the Gospel.