At the synod assembly, we were reminded of the four principles Bishop Elizabeth Eaton uses to describe the mission of the denomination.
1. We are church.
2. We are Lutheran.
3. We are church together.
4. We are church for the sake of the world.
What would you say are the guiding principles of First Lutheran Church?
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