Monthly Archives: January 2011

Reading the Bible: Which Version / Language?

The question of which Bible to read is one that a pastor will probably answer 278 times in the course of his ministry. There are of course many ways to answer that. Is one looking for a very easy to … Continue reading

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Siberian Lutheran congregation robbed and vandalized

This morning I received the following email: Yesterday, the Lutheran Church in Yurga was robbed and vandalized. The thieves took everything of value: sacred vessels, vestments, chairs – everything. The little they left they destroyed. The police are looking for … Continue reading

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January 18 Construction Update

It has been a while since I’ve written an update on the construction.  As always, you can check out the pictures on the Photos page. This last weekend we had a great crew putting up the drywall.  In addition to … Continue reading

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The Gospel of John Wordle Mashup

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Do flags belong in the sanctuary?

Some may be shocked that the best practice is not to place flags in the sanctuary of the Church.  The following is from the LCMS website: Q. What is the LCMS position on the American flag and the Christian flag … Continue reading

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Journey of the Magi by T.S. Eliot

‘A cold coming we had of it, Just the worst time of the year For a journey, and such a journey: The ways deep and the weather sharp, The very dead of winter.’ And the camels galled, sore-footed,refractory, Lying down … Continue reading

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