By Harold L. Senkbeil Ever since Eden, life ends in death. That’s true for people, and also at times for congregations. It was a bright Sunday afternoon in early autumn 1971 when we were wed. I remember the light in … Read More
by Matthew C. Harrison “Thank God, a seven-year-old child knows what the Church is, namely, the holy believers and lambs who hear the voice of their Shepherd” (SA III XII). The Word of God constitutes the church, according to Dr. … Read More
The February issue discusses pastoral vacancies and how congregations can weather them well. From the President: ‘Decently and in Order’: The Pastoral Office and the Priesthood of All Believers Life in the Church Year: The Lutheran Home Altar Features: Vacancies: … Read More
By Stacey Eising Nearly 1 in 5 LCMS congregations is currently in a pastoral vacancy. I spoke with several LCMS district presidents, circuit visitors and vacancy pastors to learn more about vacancies and how to navigate them. What follows is … Read More
Editor’s note: Monthly articles from LCMS Stewardship Ministry are hosted here on The Lutheran Witness site. Visit the “Ministry Features” page each month for additional stewardship content. “And he who was seated on the throne said, ‘Behold, I am making all things new.’ Also, he … Read More
The January issue explores Christian leisure, the Sabbath and the Third Commandment. From the President: ‘Abounding in the Work of the Lord’: Looking Forward Life in the Church Year: Leisure in Our Lord: Twelfth Night Feast Features: Leisure Suits You: … Read More
By Jason Dulworth If we were asked to articulate our understanding of the relationship between leisure and service of neighbor in terms of American poetry (I realize it’s a big ask), we might arrive at the final stanza of Robert … Read More
This is the latest installment of “Life in the Church Year,” a series by Dr. Kristen Einertson and Tessa Muench of All the Household. This series will provide guidance for living out the seasons of the Church Year at home … Read More
By Joshua Pauling In the middle of the 20th century, the philosopher Josef Pieper warned of an “overvaluing of the sphere of work.” Worklife was coming to consume everything else. Careerism was overtaking marriage and family. The home sat empty … Read More
by Matthew C. Harrison I’ve decided to stand for the presidency of the Synod once more. If elected, 2026–2029 will be my final term. I’m thankful for what has been an amazing run. I’m deeply humbled to have been able … Read More
