Monthly Archives: April 2008

Saints of the Day – April 24

Posted on April 24, 2008 by admin

The Martyrs of Armenia, 1915 Almighty God, by whose grace and power your holy martyrs of Armenia triumphed over suffering and were faithful even unto death: Grant us, who now remember them in thanksgiving, to be so faithful in our … Continue reading →

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3-4-5 Club Serves at the Love Inc Meal Site and the Transitional Living Center

Posted on April 23, 2008 by admin

On Wednesday April 23rd the 3-4-5 club served the meal at the Love Inc Meal Site. Thirty-six people were served downstairs in the lunchroom, while twelve adults and eight children were served at the Transitional Living Center. God was glorified … Continue reading →

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Saint of the Day – April 23

Posted on April 23, 2008 by admin

Toyohiko Kagawa, renewer of society, 1960 (Commemoration) Prayer O God, whose blessed Son became poor that we through his poverty might be rich: Deliver us from an inordinate love of this world, that we, inspired by the devotion of your … Continue reading →

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Dancing With God

Posted on April 22, 2008 by admin

“God did not create us to get the cosmic, infinite joy of mutual love and glorification, but to share it. We were to join in the dance. If we center our lives on him, serving him not out of self-interest, … Continue reading →

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The Bible and Race

Posted on April 21, 2008 by admin

What role does racial or ethnic background play in how you define yourself and others? Rev. Thabiti Anyabwile, a pastor in Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (and a convert from Islam) gave a particularly powerful lecture entitled: Bearing the Image – … Continue reading →

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Saint of the Day – April 21

Posted on April 21, 2008 by admin

Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury, theologian, 1109 (Commemoration) From the Preface to the Proslogion: I have written the little work that follows… in the role of one who strives to raise his mind to the contemplation of God and one who … Continue reading →

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Worship for Sunday April 27, 2008

Posted on April 20, 2008 by admin

New Testament: Acts 17:22-31 Psalm: Psalm 66 Epistle: 1 Peter 3:13-22 New Testament: John 14:15-21 8 AM: Service of the Word – Choir Sings Reader: Ken Morgan Ushers: Steve and Cheryl Flatwood 10:30 AM: Holy Communion Reader: Barb Oluf Communion … Continue reading →

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Valley of Vision

Posted on April 20, 2008 by admin

Banner of Truth – Valley of Vision Daily Devotion The Valley of Vision Lord, high and holy, meek and lowly, Thou has brought me to the valley of vision, where I live in the depths but see thee in the … Continue reading →

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Saint of the Day – April 19

Posted on April 19, 2008 by admin

Olavus Petri, priest, 1552; renewer of the church (Commemoration) Laurentius Petri, Archbishop of Uppsala, 1573; renewer of the church (Commemoration) Almighty God, who by the hands of Olavus and Laurentius Petri gave to the people of Sweden the Scriptures and … Continue reading →

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Jesus and American Idol

Posted on April 18, 2008 by admin

Calling all American Idol fans..It looks like the disappearance and then reappearance of Jesus on a recent episode of American Idol has caused a fascinating ripple in the blogosphere. I was particularly struck by this quote from the discussion at … Continue reading →

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How Africa Shaped Christianity

Posted on April 17, 2008 by admin

Here is a link to site that accompanies a recently published book by one of my favorite theologians, Thomas Oden. Oden’s general thesis is that “Africa has played a decisive role in the formation of Christian culture from its infancy. … Continue reading →

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Rabbi Shmuley Boteach on Six Values for Raising Outstanding Children

Posted on April 17, 2008 by admin

Ok..I’m certainly not an Oprah fan but I have occasionally enjoyed the insights of one of her “friends”, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach. The Rabbi recently offered up an excellent reflection on parenting entitled “Six Values for Raising Outstanding Children” – You … Continue reading →

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The Curse of Numbers

Posted on April 16, 2008 by admin

Here is a reflection on the importance of rejoicing in God’s providential care from a Lutheran Army chaplain serving in Afghanistan Though we often do not see it, our rebellion against God incorporates numbers. We take comfort in them instead … Continue reading →

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This Month’s Mini-Marriage/Spiritual Retreat

Posted on April 15, 2008 by admin

What: Making Sense of Your Strivings What motivates you? What do you strive to do in your life? In this session everyone is invited to come and learn how to explore those personal projects that take up so much of your time and energy. We will … Continue reading →

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High School Seniors and College Students – Greetings from the Lutheran Campus Center!

Posted on April 14, 2008 by admin

The Lutheran Campus Center is the ELCA Campus Ministry located on the UW-Madison campus.  It is our mission to contact Lutheran students and give them information about the Lutheran Campus Ministry at the university they are planning on attending in … Continue reading →

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