The Death Penalty

In this social statement, the ELCA examines the arguments for and against the death penalty, and attempts to address the needs of a broken, violent world struggling to fashion order out of chaos.

Pontoon Worship 2014

Yes, you read that correctly! On Saturday, August 9, a small group of people from Faith Lutheran Church (and their friends) gathered aboard two pontoon boats. Tying the boats together and dropping anchor, we celebrated Holy Communion together before returning to shore for a bonfire and fellowship. I love having worship in non-traditional places! There … Continue reading Pontoon Worship 2014

Healing

Lenten reflection for April 2. Andy* is an energetic, inquisitive little boy. He would come into my office and play with my stuff while I tried to work on a sermon or prayers. He would sit on my bike and see if he could touch the pedals. His mom works for the church, so the … Continue reading Healing

Water

A Lenten reflection for March 26. There's an old children's song that goes like this: “There's a hole in the bucket, dear Liza, dear Liza, There's a hole in the bucket, dear Liza, a hole. Then mend it, dear Henry, dear Henry, dear Henry, Then mend it, dear Henry, dear Henry, mend it. With what … Continue reading Water

Sermon–March 23, 2014–Lent 3A

Third Sunday in Lent A Preached at Faith Lutheran Church, Three Lakes, WI. Exodus 17:1-7 Psalm 95 Romans 5:1-11 John 4:5-42 When Pastor Bob arrived at a church in suburban Columbus to begin his call, the church had been in decline for a good number of years, but was still doing okay. A number of … Continue reading Sermon–March 23, 2014–Lent 3A