Living Faithfully

For a lot of us, rest tends to be an afterthought. Most of us are wound up so tight we can’t truly rest and recover. But this is not the picture of rest we see in the Bible at all.

Outgoing LEQ Director of Identity & Formation Stephanie Maher reflects upon the Lenten season, and the ways in which we can draw nearer to God.

Apparently they’re good for you, but there’s a very good reason why Brussels Sprouts are called the most hated of all vegetables.

LCAQD District Bishop asks for prayers as the Lutheran General Convention of Synod approaches, with the ordination of women under consideration.

Bishop Mark’s message may be viewed at the link below: https://vimeo.com/780596072

The Bible has a lot to say about leadership. In fact it goes out of its way to present a picture of what positive, caring leadership involves.

‘How shall we sing the Lord’s song in a foreign land?’ The poet seems to be admitting that he does not know how to, in the midst of all that has changed in his circumstances.

This year the theme for Synod, “Let us Hear”, was based on the parable of the Sower passage in Matthew 13:9. A range of contemplative worship practices were employed to better hear the voice of God.

Today as I write this, I have a Ken doll (from the Barbie range) sitting in the front seat of my car with the seatbelt on. It is something that I had not really pictured would ever be in my life…

Within our Lutheran communities there are people who find it hard to speak, let alone sing. For some the restriction is temporary, while for others it is ongoing.