The following is the letter I sent to the congregation I serve, Spirit of Joy! Lutheran Church, concerning COVID-19 and our worship and ministry together. COVID-19: Update on our Ministry Dear Spirit of Joy! family, In the last week, the unfolding Corona Virus Pandemic has … [Read more...]
Worship in the Time of Covid-19
In Corona Virus related news today, the Houston Rodeo shut down and the NBA canceled the season. Houses of worship are not going to escape unscathed. In many parts of the US, the local governments have asked large groups to not gather together (that's us). In other locations, worship has been … [Read more...]
The Weight of Dust
Ash Wednesday is one of my favorite days in the church calendar, but there is no question that it is a strongly counter-cultural observance. This year's Ash Wednesday sermon looked at how we find hope in what seems to many to be a grim worship service. … [Read more...]
The Most Important 10 Minutes in Worship
Every week we gather for worship - and surely the church is more than worship, but it is a pretty big part of our life together. Within that time each week, what is the most important part? Often it might depend on who you ask. The musicians and the choir might say the music. The preacher will … [Read more...]
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