The Latest Articles
The online musings from pastors, theologians and laity that will help you see the world from a Lutheran perspective.
On ‘My Ántonia’: Bodily Life as Fallen and Redeemed Creatures
My Ántonia invites the reader to look closely at one life, so closely that it becomes a window for looking at one’s own life, and every human life.
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Our Great Heritage: Augustine
A heathen turned heretic turned Christian, this church father helped defend the church against the heresy of works righteousness.
The Sojourner’s Hope
As immigrants poured into New York in the 1800s, LCMS immigrant missions proclaimed God's Word, provided aid and connected them with LCMS churches.
On ‘Brideshead Revisited’: A Hopeful Community
Brideshead Revisited paints a picture of the church as a hopeful community for those who have lost hope in everything else.
Our Great Heritage: Perpetua and Felicitas
These two women faced death on account of their faith, supporting one another in friendship and trusting always in the love of Christ.
When You Fast
Fasting is spiritual training. This is why it has been practiced by the Church Militant for centuries.
The Elements of Stewardship
Let's break down the LCMS definition of “stewardship,” and consider its implications and applications.