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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Thank you for the especially fine March issue of The Lutheran Witness, with its emphasis on liturgical music and hymnody. I am personally well acquainted with the excellent Lutheran Summer Music Academy and Festival program for high-school students. I would also like to emphasize the fact that these young musicians have real fun and enjoyment
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