I have been reading a journal devoted to "Disabilities and the Bible" and was reminded to avoid language like "the blind leading the blind" and "that was a lame comment" because such language puts down persons with physical disabilities.
A new field of Bible study has developed around this topic and I look forward to reading the rest of this journal.
Both Bishop Eaton and Bishop Briner have suggested congregations not have remote or virtual Holy Communion services. I suggest First Lutheran abide by this advice and not have Holy Communion services
The poncho-like vestment worn at most worship services is to be worn by the presiding minister at Holy Communion. Since there was no sacrament, the vestment was not worn.
Church signs with message boards like the one at First Lutheran Church in Edinburg can create some interesting situations. Sometimes the sign does not communicate what is intended. Following 9/11 at