To Tell the Truth
In my younger days, I would take youth groups out on cross-country trips to build homes with Habitat for Humanity. On the night before we left, we would always gather with … Continue reading To Tell the Truth
Tag: Fear
Well Done
Do you remember the first time you felt really, really trusted? The first time that someone entrusted you with an important responsibility, or a task? I remember when I was … Continue reading Well Done
Trinity’s Response to the COVID-19 Virus
Dear friends, We are all well aware of the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The leadership team at Trinity has been paying close attention to what is going on, and … Continue reading Trinity’s Response to the COVID-19 Virus
Rethinking Judgment
“Faith is moving forward.” “God has a plan for us.” “Let’s go.” Now, these words are from a drama. They are not actually found in the scriptures. The truth is, … Continue reading Rethinking Judgment
The Nativity Dilemma: Joseph
The Christmas Dilemma: Joseph | Videos | The Skit Guys “I’m not enough.” You heard the words of Joseph. “I’m not enough.” Now, those words do not actually appear in … Continue reading The Nativity Dilemma: Joseph
Keep Calm and Carry On
You have probably seen the posters, shirts and online memes that started popping up a few years ago that have a little crown symbol, and say “Keep Calm, and…“ then … Continue reading Keep Calm and Carry On
Trick Questions
There are things that I wonder about. Things that keep me up at night…thinking. Questions and problems that do not have easy answers. Let me share a few of them … Continue reading Trick Questions
When the Spirit Breaks our Hearts
Earlier this week, I wrote in my blog about the first time I was called in to a hospital room where the patient, an elderly gentleman, was dying and his … Continue reading When the Spirit Breaks our Hearts
501
Less than a month ago, I stood, along with 19 other folks from Trinity, at “the doors.” That is, the doors to the castle church in Wittenberg, Germany. It was … Continue reading 501
Suddenly
Joe Rantz was one of nine young men who represented the United States in the 8-man rowing, or “crew” races in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. Their story is told … Continue reading Suddenly
Relentless
“Relentless” Luke 15:1-10 Pastor Todd Buegler September 10 & 11, 2016 Trinity Lutheran Church Grace and peace to you from God our Creator, and from Jesus, the Son of God … Continue reading Relentless
How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Orlando
I’m in my office this morning as I write this, looking out the window and watching the kids who are a part of our VBS program playing games on the church’s … Continue reading How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Orlando
Test Driving Theology 