“One of the Flock” 2011easter03-misericordias This is one of the most beautiful images in all the Bible. Jesus, the Good Shepherd. How many hymns to we have which confess this faith? I am Jesus’ Little Lamb. Have no Fear, Little Flock. Shepherd of Tender Youth. And that isn’t even counting all of our Psalm 23 [...]
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"Worthy" (Pentecost 2009)
June 2, 2009
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Todd A. Peperkorn, STM Messiah Lutheran Church Kenosha, Wisconsin Pentecost (May 31, 2009) John 14:23-31 On the occasion of the First Communion of Five Members of Messiah Lutheran Church For an audio MP3 of this sermon, CLICK HERE TITLE: “Worthy” Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. [...]
Renata's First Communion
June 1, 2009
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Yesterday was a wonderful day at Messiah Lutheran Church here in Kenosha! We had five of our young members, grades 2-5, who received First Communion. Here’s a couple pictures: I’ll try and write about it more, but it was a great day and worth much rejoicing! -LL
This past month has really convinced me of the benefit of pastoral examinations of catechumens. I’ve always avoided it in a formal setting, because I don’t want to contribute to the “pass the test and graduate” mindset. However, exercising pastoral care by teaching children to confess the faith is a great and mighty gift, and [...]
Bible Study on Confirmation and First Communion
March 22, 2009
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You will find attached here a PDF file with the bible study I am using currently for teaching about confirmation and first communion in my congregation. I would welcome any of your thoughts on the subject, as this is an important one for the Lutheran Church. Confirmation and First Communion in the Lutheran Church
Catechesis and First Communion Redux
June 28, 2008
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My friend and colleague, Rev. Dr. D. Richard Stuckwisch, wrote a post about a month ago that really deserves further consideration. I would commend his thoughts to you on catechesis and early communion. They largely echo my own: Catechesis and First communion Redux
