As I start this blog, I contemplate the loss our family is going through now. We are a split family for the time being. My kids and I are living on campus at Wartburg Seminary, while my wife and the kids mother, continues to live in Illinois. We are not separated but there is a great … [Read more…]
John 1 43 The next day Jesus decided to go to Galilee. He found Philip and said to him,“Follow me.” 44 Now Philip was from Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter. 45 Philip found Nathanael and said to him, “We have found him of whom Moses in the Law and also the prophets wrote, Jesus of Nazareth, … [Read more…]
I invite you to check out a couple of pictures and video from my visit to ELCA Church Wide. http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=1816162060055 http://a7.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/402087_332370916786393_118086764881477_1046053_467527637_n.jpg http://a5.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/398034_331364250220393_118086764881477_1043928_586592274_n.jpg
I am coming close to the end of my 10 day emerson into urban Milwaukee, as part of a Seminary class. First and foremost this experience has been a blessing. My class have received such a warm and giving welcome by the communities we have visited. There has been so much ministering going on……to us. … [Read more…]
All unpacked, but we are not fully organized. Down to the office. Kris worked very hard to get it all in order. She will be heading to South Elgin to live until she finds a job here. It will be Travis and I until Friday, then I head off to Milwaukee. Tonight I will be … [Read more…]
At noon on December 27th, I saw evidence of the Spirit at work. Unpacking of our moving truck began. Students of Wartburg, members of my congregation, and family all tackled the daunting task. Very quickly the truck and trailer were cleared and all things in the house. Then onto the community of Wartburg beyond the … [Read more…]
First, from the entire Dill family, we wish to express our gratitude for all the support over the years and especially at the “Deportation” party in December. My last service as your Deacon was December 24th-25th. Obviously you all are in good hands with Pastor Ben, Deacon Glen and the entire elder board. Each of … [Read more…]
Peace/Concord on Earth As we wait in anticipation of the Christmas season, we look to what we have been told happened over 2,000 years ago. A reading from Luke 2:13-15 13suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, 14 “Gloryto God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace … [Read more…]
Grace Lutheran sued by estranged members – Leader-Telegram: Front Page This is a perfect example for the title of my blog. Just no matter how you slice it, it will be a very messy deal.
Many of us have heard that it is better to give than to receive. Advent is the awaiting of a gift from God, in his Son Jesus Christ. As we await this gift, we also await another gift, the one of salvation that comes apparent at Easter. Yes, I know this is Advent, it is … [Read more…]