Sometimes we can be like Simon Peter when we lead. We can be bold, even brash – the first and maybe the only one to step out of the boat and go wave-walking. Maybe we just say what needs to be said. We put it out there and let the chips fall where they may...
Read MoreFather in Heaven, whose will it is that all people should worship You in the fellowship of the Church, and serve You in the life of the world; send down upon our nation a true spirit of repentance for the sinfulness which passes for broadmindedness...
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As one of its official actions adopted the last time it was in convention, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod resolved to have a prison and jail ministry coordinator in each of its 35 districts, either volunteer or compensated, for the purpose of...
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Jesus called them (His disciples) together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you..."
Read MoreHow hospitable are you? For many people, when they hear the word hospitality, they think about the neighbor who invites them over for a meal or the aunt whose chocolate chiffon cake is legendary...
Read MoreI've been volunteering (teaching ESL) with POBLO since it began here in Rochester. I didn't feel very 'qualified' for this since I'm not a trained teacher, but I do love language and, being a 'native speaker' of English...
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