A great post found by original BJS columnist Mollie Hemingway found over on TheFederalist.com excerpted below: I just received an email asking me to “save the date” for a “Christmas” party to be held on Wednesday, Dec. 3. “Hi … Continue reading
Mollie Ziegler Hemingway, religion journalist, media critic, and Steadfast blogger, is being featured in the news for her role in calling attention to the lack of media coverage of the trial of abortionist Kermit Gosnell. Hemingway was interviewed recently on … Continue reading
You may have heard that “Issues, Etc.” is “returning” to KFUO radio. This is true, in the sense that KFUO listeners will get to hear fresh episodes of “Issues, Etc.” on the station for the first time since the LCMS … Continue reading
I wanted to post this important piece by David Berger, who has served the Lutheran Church in many capacities. He is perhaps best known for his work as the librarian at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. And as librarians tend … Continue reading
I’m stealing this idea from someone else but remember President Reagan’s joke about the nine most terrifying words in the English language: ‘I’m from the government and I’m here to help.’ Well, word has exploded over the internet today about … Continue reading
Found on Pastoral Meanderings Singing Praise — The proud past and bright future of Lutheran music. By Mollie Ziegler Hemingway (first printed in Thrivent magazine but worth repeating here…) “Next to the word of God,” Martin Luther wrote, “music … Continue reading
I’ve seen links to this all over facebook and google plus, and thought it might generate some interesting discussion here. One link to it was posted Aug 11th on Ricochet.com. I’ve posted it here under Mollie’s name — Norm … Continue reading
but it’s not like we’re the Cool Lutheran Church pictured here. … Continue reading
Well, my local paper, at least. I was interviewed by a reporter for the Washington Examiner for their “Credo” section. Each Sunday, a different local is interviewed and asked about their faith and life. If you’re interested, here’s my interview. … Continue reading
I’m just seeing the announcement on the Concordia Theological Seminary web site. We’ll update with details. The entire slate of candidates was fantastic so we knew that whoever we got would be great. But it still must be said that … Continue reading
People who are trying to communicate with the Minnesota South District of the LCMS about the plan to sell off University Lutheran Chapel are being more or less shut down at every turn. One pastor wrote to the District President … Continue reading
In one of the many documents the Minnesota South District has posted, it claims to act in “the interest of open communication and transparency.” But when I emailed Dr. Peter Meier, Minnesota South’s mission exec, I received (20 hours later) … Continue reading
I’ve put in interview requests with a few of the Minnesota South leaders who made the decision to sell University Lutheran Chapel. This includes the District President and the Mission Exec. I haven’t heard back from them yet but will … Continue reading
News from Ft. Wayne: Please be advised that the election for the new President of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Indiana will be held pursuant to Bylaw 3.10.4.5.2(b) on Saturday, May 21, 2011, at the campus of the Seminary at … Continue reading
The first of Martin Luther’s 95 Theses is “When our Lord and Master Jesus Christ said, “Repent” (Matthew 4:17), he willed the entire life of believers to be one of repentance.” Confession should be a regular part of our Christian … Continue reading
Did anyone get a chance to attend the “Out of the Box” workshop held at Concordia Seminary a week ago in St. Louis? You can check out the flyer (click on the image to the right for a PDF) but … Continue reading
The Supreme Court will decide whether a teacher at an LCMS school can sue under a federal law against workplace discrimination. The issue is whether the Americans with Disabilities Act applies to decisions involving “ministerial employees” such as teachers. While … Continue reading
A few months ago we discussed the publication of a book about Seminex. Reviews of that book are in. You should read all of Martin Noland’s take, but here’s the ending: I was disappointed by this book. Burkee makes an … Continue reading
From the LCMS Reporter: Synod Secretary Dr. Raymond L. Hartwig announced March 17 that two amendments to the church body’s Constitution that were adopted by 2010 LCMS convention delegates have been ratified by the required two-thirds majority of Synod congregations … Continue reading
Rev. Todd Peperkorn has written an excellent guide to how Christians should approach political conflict in light of the 8th Commandment. His thoughts were spurred by the rather dramatic goings on in Wisconsin, where he’s a pastor. Here’s a portion … Continue reading
Thanks to BJS commentator Jim, for this email from Pastor Gary Bertels, Chair, Department of Theology/Languages at Concordia University Chicago: From: CUC Faculty distribution list On Behalf Of Bertels, Gary L. Sent: Monday, February 28, 2011 1:27 PM To: … Continue reading
Students at Concordia University Chicago are reporting that faculty have invited them to a pro-LGBT event on campus. The email was sent to all undergrads with the subject line “FWD: STOP EDUCATIONAL EVENT.” The “STOP” refers to the “Striving to … Continue reading
From the Concordia University – Texas web site: Former Synodical President joins CTX Rev. Jerry Kieschnick named Pres. Ambassador for Mission Advancement Concordia University Texas announced today that Rev. Dr. Jerry Kieschnick, President Emeritus of The Lutheran Church — Missouri … Continue reading
I’m a big fan of Twitter and I know some of you are, too. I came across a curious tweet from Michigan District President David Maier: A good read for Pastors and Churches also … Happy customers make for happy … Continue reading
I was going to summarize the following call for nominations. But you might as well read the whole thing: The Rev. Dr. Dean O. Wenthe, President of the Seminary, has announced his intent to retire at the end of his … Continue reading