Back to School As another school year begins, our congregation has an important opportunity to support students, teachers, and families with prayer, encouragement, and practical help. Many of us remember the old rhyme, “No more pencils, no more books, no more teachers’ dirty looks,” or Alice Cooper’s playful version in “School’s Out,” but by late summer the focus turns again to the blessing and responsibility of education. All humor aside, we know how important a good educati

From the Pastor’s Desk: “If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” –2 Chronicles 7:14 (ESV) A few weeks ago, Krystal and I had the privilege of visiting Washington D.C. during the celebrations of our country’s 250th anniversary. As you can see from some of the photos placed in this article, decorations and displays were lavis

I am including the following article from 1517.org, 1517.org is a Christian resource that includes an online blog, a podcast network, daily articles, speakers, a publishing house, annual conferences, and an online academy. The article below addresses issues that are very pertinent to our congregation and many congregations of the Lutheran tradition. Please read the article prayerfully and if you are moved to discuss it with me or have any questions or suggestions, I invite yo