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Turning the page: Prison ministries
September 2010

Incarceration disrupts the lives of not only the 2.3 million Americans behind bars, but their families and communities as well. That's a lot of pain and need. How can Christians help?


Reaching out with a blessing
September 2010

We rely on a variety of people whose labors keep our lives and society on track. Has your congregation honored the important workers in our midst?


The Bible as they know it
August 2010

As a cultural phenomenon, the Bible presents some perplexing contradictions. Is it any wonder that the Bible is subject to ridicule, suspicion and speculation in novels, film and stage?


Elder abuse and the church
August 2010

Elder abuse is on the rise, and with it, the imperative that the people of God learn how to identify and respond to such cases. Moreover, we can help prevent senior abuse in the first place.


Caring for the military
July 2010

The long-running wars provide an opportunity for the church to serve those who have served their country.


Cultivating quiet
July 2010

We live in a culture that loves noise. Look at the lengths we go to avoid silence at all costs. Can we teach our kids better?


'Camp changed my life'
June 2010

Outdoor ministries can provide valuable opportunities for faith formation and spiritual growth.


Discouraged by injustice?
June 2010

With so much going for peace and justice, why is that goal less in reach than ever? God’s people may sometimes feel discouraged.


Knowing the Bible by heart
May 2010

Lutherans take the Bible extremely seriously, in our lives of faith as individuals and as communities of faith. Our liturgy has been crafted over the centuries to steep us in the written word of God.


Hospitality: It takes guts
May 2010

More than just being friendly, hospitality means a willingness to invite and serve the neighbors who come to your church and help them grow in faith.


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