Throughout October in our Epistle readings we’re going to be reading from the book of Hebrews, and the first reading from Hebrews for October (on the 5th and 6th) sets up an important theme for the whole book. That reading begins...
Growing up, I was blessed with being near both sets of grandparents. Their cultures and backgrounds were very different as it was a formal time and proper English was important to them. I’ll never forget one Thanksgiving where I...
In our worship at Faith Lutheran, we have used Luther’s Morning Prayer as part of our service and it works as a great way to start the day. Luther also wrote an Evening Prayer that would be a great way to end the day. In Fact, one of the...
In his article, Pastor Treglown talks about Luther’s Evening Prayer, which is a truly wonderful gift we have as part of our Lutheran heritage. I want to talk about prayer in general, especially asking the question: Why should we...
Who’s This New Guy? “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus.” That’s how Paul starts his letter to the church in Rome. “Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus.” He goes on after that, but that’s how he starts. And...
Pastors of Faith (I have had the privilege to have known) There are certain passages of the Holy Scriptures that have touched my heart. One of them is from Acts 20:28 which is a good reminder for pastors to keep in mind...
In the next couple of weeks, you will be hearing and using terms and expressions that you may not be familiar with but most of them are easily understood. I feel it may be helpful to review them as we prepare for the Ordination of Owen...
In about 1 month, we will be welcoming our new associate pastor here at Faith Lutheran Church in Naples, Florida. It is an exciting time and a new beginning for both Faith and the Duncans. Here are a few suggestions that will help in...
How blessed we were with the number of folks who worshiped with us during Holy Week and Easter. As we begin a new financial year, we have just finished preparing the budget for the year 2024-2025. I realize no one especially likes the word...
By now, we will have found out about our new Associate Pastor. This is an exciting time for the congregation and the ministry for Christ, Faith Lutheran Church, and the Southwest Florida community. It reminds me of Samuel 16:6-13 “When...
