Peace
“But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. Peace I leave … Continue reading Peace
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One Day…
One day, this will all be over. The majority of people will have received the vaccine, and we will again be free to sit close to each other, to take … Continue reading One Day…
When Jesus’ Prayers Are For You
In the fall of my senior year of high school, I had applied to colleges, and I was awaiting their answer. That is a time of anxiousness. Back then you … Continue reading When Jesus’ Prayers Are For You
10,000 Steps
10,000 steps every day. That’s what they that we should walk to maintain health and fitness. 10,000 steps every day. It’s common now to see people wearing Fitbits, Apple watches … Continue reading 10,000 Steps
Christmas as Protest
This weekend, I attended Christmas in Christ Chapel, the annual worship service and concert at Gustavus Adolphus College. Over 350 student musicians presented performed beautiful music around the theme Ubuntu … Continue reading Christmas as Protest
God’s Grace, Step By Step: Pastor Kubisa’s Story
On September 24 & 25, Trinity hosted Pastor Kubisa Sunsthene as a special guest. Pastor Kubisa is a pastor from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with an amazing story … Continue reading God’s Grace, Step By Step: Pastor Kubisa’s Story
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
Judge of Character
“Judge of Character” Luke 7:36-50 Todd Buegler June 11 & 12, 2016 Trinity Lutheran Church Grace and peace to you from God our Creator, and from Jesus, the Son of … Continue reading Judge of Character
Posture
During this time of year, I’m very aware of people’s postures. Have you ever noticed that there is a certain way that people in Minnesota walk during the winter? When … Continue reading Posture
It’s Not Us vs. Them
In the last 48 hours, I’ve had four different conversations with people about the Islamic faith. Three of the four conversations all began with questions…good questions…about Islam and its beliefs. … Continue reading It’s Not Us vs. Them
Does God Give You More Than You Can Handle?
This is another in the occasional series of posts responding to faith questions people wrote early last fall: The question: “It is promised in the Bible that we will not … Continue reading Does God Give You More Than You Can Handle?
Light Enters
One of my favorite things to do during the Advent season is to walk through the Sanctuary. With the Christmas decorations up and the trees lit, it’s a beautiful space. … Continue reading Light Enters
Test Driving Theology 