Lutheran Worship: Rooted, Reformed, and Catholic
Lutheran worship, rooted in Word and Sacrament, reflects the Gospel, not nostalgia. While Pietism simplified liturgy, Confessional Lutherans seek to reclaim its richness, connecting us to the universal Church. Practices like chanting or incense, often dismissed as “too Catholic,” are part of our heritage and foster unity. Amid rising “dechurching,” many seek rooted, authentic worship. Lutheran liturgy offers stability, transcendence, and Christ’s presence—a true home.
The Road We Did Not Choose
A sermon on Luke 24:13-35 for the Third Sunday of Easter (A), April 19, 2026.
A Reflection on Purple Congregations: A Foretaste of the Kingdom
In this divided world, there is something special about congregations where people from across the political spectrum gather to worship, serve, and grow in faith together. We often refer to these congregations as “purple”––blended communities of conservatives and progressives. These faith communities offer us a glimpse of what the kingdom of God looks like: a gathering of God’s people, diverse in perspective yet united in Christ. The Way of Jesus is a call to live out the t
