My home congregation is Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Madison, Wisconsin, USA. For as long as I can remember, their logo has included a silhouette of Jesus as shepherd, holding a long staff. They have a beautiful metal (iron?) sculpture of a shepherd carrying a sheep. Their columbarium, which I have yet to see in person,… Read More
Sunday Prayer: Good Shepherd
In fellowship with one another and with the Spirit, we pray: Christ our Shepherd, God our Home, in you we place our fears and faith; in you we rest our worries and heartaches. Along your winding pathways, we are surprised and amazed. By your still clear pools, we find satisfaction and rest. With your redirection,… Read More
11th Hour Preacher Party: Gates and Sheep edition
Preaching colleagues, it’s that time of the week again! How is your sermon coming along? Between planning liturgy, preparing for children’s sermons, and writing something for the main preaching event, this is often the busiest time of the week! At least, it is for those who tend to procrastinate, or who had unexpected events eat… Read More
Friday Prayer: All the Days of My Life
When a church member “threatens” to leave when she doesn’t get her way… Goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. When I choke back tears at the funeral of a beloved elder… Goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life. When the sounds of children wrestling… Read More
