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The Possibility of War in Iran
So far I have not seen any official statements from the ELCA about the growing crisis. When war was a threat in 2003 in Iraq, Presiding...
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- Jan 6, 2020
- 1 min
How Will the Methodist Division Affect First Lutheran Church?
It is too early to tell if the proposed division will affect our efforts to get a regularly called pastor. I will monitor the situation...
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- Jan 6, 2020
- 1 min
January 12 Conference Meeting Postponed
The Rio Grande Conference meeting has been postponed so I will plan to return to the Rio Grande Valley Monday, January 13. I have had a...
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- Dec 31, 2019
- 1 min
Positives of Impeachment Stalemate
While many lament the stalement in Washington, reports are a lot is getting done in Congress., including aid to Somalia and funds to...
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- Dec 31, 2019
- 1 min
Christmas Thank Yous
I also want to thank all who helped First celebrate Christmas in fine style. This was my second Christmas in Edinburg and know the...
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- Dec 31, 2019
- 1 min
Letter from Bishop Eaton Forwarded to the Congregation
I asked for the letter regarding anti-Semitism be distributed to the congregation. I am noticing conservatives are focusing on the...
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- Dec 31, 2019
- 1 min
Change in Pastoral Leaders at Trinity, Mission
Pr. Elizondo told me he is no longer leading worship in Mission and is available for pulpit supply in other congregations. He is the...
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- Dec 23, 2019
- 1 min
Shorter Contracts for Transitional Pastors?
Bishop Sue Briner sent a letter this week to all transitional pastors saying some contracts are being extended for less than a year,...
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- Dec 23, 2019
- 1 min
Las Posadas Thank Yous
Last night's program was delightful and the food was also great. Thank you to all who had a part in this year's Las Posadas. This is...
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- Dec 23, 2019
- 1 min
Mormons Have $100 Billion in Savings?
I have read two reports the Mormons have been depositing contributions intended to help the poor. I hope the reports are not true. We...
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- Dec 15, 2019
- 1 min
Deacon John Dellis Coming February 24
Save this date for a presentation on legacy giving from a representative of the Lutheran Foundation of the Southwest. Details are being...
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- Dec 15, 2019
- 1 min
First Meeting of NOAH
I enjoyed my first of the season gathering of Not Over Any Hill, the senior citizen group at First. We visited a home to see Christmas...
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- Dec 11, 2019
- 2 min
ELCA on Public Charge
"The Trump Administration expanded public charge rule is a punitive measure that will stoke fear and increase suffering in immigrant...
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- Dec 11, 2019
- 1 min
Allison Trowbridge on Democracy
"C.S. Lewis is talking about this idea of democracy and says that 'a great deal of democratic enthusiasm descends from the ideas of...
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- Dec 11, 2019
- 1 min
ELCA Attitude Toward Hunger
"ELCA social teaching urges Lutherans to engage in service and advocacy for our neighbor in need of daily bread. These faith practices...
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- Dec 11, 2019
- 1 min
Canoeing the Mountains Class Schedule
Classes will be at 2 pm or 5:30 pm on the six consecutive Wednesdays starting January 15. You may come to either session. We will cover...
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- Dec 9, 2019
- 1 min
What Is the Difference between Problems and Issues?
We learned at the immigration retreat last summer problems are distant, vague,vast, overwhelming, and unwinnable. Issues are immediate,...
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- Dec 9, 2019
- 1 min
DABDA
Just as grief has five stages, moving congregations to be more missional has five stages. For those in denial, repeat the message. For...
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- Dec 9, 2019
- 1 min
Judgers and Learners
At the Another Way conference in McAllen, we were told judgers are reactive, automatic, critical, and more close-minded. Learners are...
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- Dec 9, 2019
- 1 min
Psalms with Particular Themes
Sometimes readers of psalms want to read psalms with particular themes. Fr. Richard Rohr recently published the following list: Joy: 11,...
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