Category Archives: Pastor’s Articles

I often think about the fact that we are “House of Prayer Lutheran Church” and wonder if there are ways we might do a better job of praying for one another. Don’t get me wrong I do think it is … Continue reading →

With the Buffalo Roast quickly approaching and with two thirds of our proceeds going to Lutheran Disaster Response and Lutheran Social Services of Minnesota, I thought it might be helpful to know more about these two Social Services. Lutheran Disaster … Continue reading →

“…for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me…”  Matthew 25:35   The other day as I was thinking about our upcoming … Continue reading →

This month I want to reflect a bit upon what I heard at the Synod Assembly and also to let you know that both Jan S. and Gene H. also attended and have some reflective thoughts on their experiences at … Continue reading →

Greetings, and Happy Easter to you all! Christ is Risen Alleluia! I said during Lent that questions about our faith are welcome! I truly mean that. From our questions come a deeper understanding of God and God’s world, and a … Continue reading →

I was reflecting on our Lenten Bible Study “Making Sense of the Cross” by Luther Seminary Professor David Lose. I couldn’t help but think about how important it is for each of us to remember that we – each of … Continue reading →

As many of you know, I recently attended the Saint Paul Area Synod Conference Assembly. Mike Nelson and Mary Lou Hodge also attended. We had the joy and privilege of hearing Hamline University theology professor Deanna Thompson. She shared about … Continue reading →

Today I want to talk with you about your relationship with Jesus Christ. I would like you to consider, just how well do you know Him? When was your last conversation with Him? If you are like most people, when … Continue reading →

“So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation: everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 I’m always amazed by how quickly we move from Advent and Christmas into Epiphany and the … Continue reading →

A little boy and girl kissed their mommy goodbye at the airport when she left to spend a week with her parents in another state early one December.  As the boy and girl walked hand in hand with dad back … Continue reading →