Advent is the time of the year we often read or sing this hymn. It is popular but it is also quite radical. The political, economic, and religious implications are significant.
Advent has themes which are often missed when Christmas infringes on Advent. What is your favorite Advent hymn?
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