HONORING A MEMORY

“But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about those who have died, so that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope.” 1 thessalonians 4:13 I have tried to avoid making these blog posts a summary of my week’s activities or a reprise of homilies I’ve preached.Continue reading "HONORING A MEMORY"

FOR ALL THE SAINTS

Each Monday morning our synod staff gathers for devotions. Most of the time they consist of one or two readings and a reflection by whoever the leader is that day, and usually we close with the responsive prayer. This past Monday (November 3) I felt a need to worship and honor the memory of thoseContinue reading "FOR ALL THE SAINTS"

BAPTIZED INTO NEW LIFE

The following is an edited version of the homily I preached at the Lutheran – Catholic Covenant Celebration at the Kent State University Newman Center on Sunday, October 26, 2014. With the Festival of All Saints approaching, I thought the baptismal themes expressed would be fitting for this day. The texts for the homily wereContinue reading "BAPTIZED INTO NEW LIFE"