As we step forward in faith as Christ’s church, we can be confident that He is with us and leading us and empowering us. We have every reason for confidence and joy for a bright future. “Be strong in the Lord!”

Beloved in the Lord! In the Divine Service Setting Three (which we will follow during the season of Lent beginning on Ash Wednesday, March 5th), the Confession and Absolution begins with these words spoken by the pastor: “Beloved in the Lord!”  What a gracious call to grab our attention–to grab our hearts!  You are His beloved ones.  […]