Posts with the category “faith-and-fellowship-magazine”

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Intentionally Intergenerational
January 15th, 2025
Our goal is to provide a practical resource for you, your small group, your Sunday School class, or your family, that can be easily implemented and applied.For this edition we’ve created a four-week t...  Read More
by Luke Kjolhaug
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Bringing Generations Together
January 8th, 2025
We already know that adults have a lot to offer children and teenagers as they learn and grow. But it’s also true that we, as adults, have a lot to learn from children. Their curiosity, their trust, t...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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The Valuable Investment of Time
January 8th, 2025
Lunch box in hand, I hopped into the passenger side of a 1980-something Ford F-150. I was greeted by Fernando Ortega singing praise songs from the cassette player and the distinct smell of dust. Dave ...  Read More
by Nathanael Szobody
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From One Generation to the Next
January 8th, 2025
A couple of rustic cabins carved into a clearing in the woods at a nearby lake provided the setting for significant times of spiritual awakening and growth in faith. Weekend retreats hosted several ti...  Read More
by Jeremy Osterwalder
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The Gospel's Glory in Every Generation
January 8th, 2025
It’s beautiful to see a congregation sharing and celebrating the gospel across generations! A family who adopts an older couple with no kids as “grandparents,” gives the couple and their kids the oppo...  Read More
by Brian Quade
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New Focus on Youth & Young-Adults
January 8th, 2025
In the Parable of the Talents found in Matthew 25 we hear about a wealthy master who goes away on a journey and entrusts three stewards with his wealth. To the first he gives five talents, to the seco...  Read More
by Jordan Spina
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My Journey to Seminary
January 8th, 2025
My reason for enrolling in seminary was a combination of two things, really. Over the past ten years working as a studio potter, I have travelled across the Upper Midwest with my small business, teach...  Read More
by Christine Lawson
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Lausanne Congress 2024
January 8th, 2025
There is something special about worshiping with a diverse throng of global Christ followers, gathered together from every corner of the world. Perhaps it has something to do with it being a foretaste...  Read More
by Dan Venberg
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Navigating the Cultural Tides
January 8th, 2025
Renew Bible Study at Hillside Lutheran Brethren Church in Succasunna, New Jersey. We live in a culture that emphasizes self-help concepts and skepticism. So how do we answer this question: “Is there a...  Read More
by Janet Spencer
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Raimo Passed Away
January 8th, 2025
Pastor John Raimo, who attended Lutheran Brethren Seminary and served several CLB congregations early on in his call as a pastor, passed away on October 25.In 1952, with the encouragement of his pasto...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Praise Burns Mortgage
January 8th, 2025
In early October, Praise Christian Fellowship celebrated 25 years in their present location in Barkhamsted, CT. Not only was it the building’s 25th anniversary, but also the end of a 25-year mortgage,...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Ewan Passed Away
January 8th, 2025
Charles William Ewan, 87, died on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Lake Region Healthcare in Fergus Falls.Chuck started seminary in January of 1966. He met Marilyn Lund in March; was engaged in June, a...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Storry Passed Away
January 8th, 2025
Pastor John “Jack” Storry passed away on November 16, 2024, in St. Croix Falls, WI.Jack graduated from Hillcrest Lutheran Academy in 1961 and Lutheran Brethren Seminary in 1981. He worked for Northwes...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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24 Years at LB Homes for John Zwiers
January 8th, 2025
John Zwiers has resigned as C.E.O. of LB Homes after serving the organization for nearly 24 years; the recent nine years as C.E.O. His faithful leadership has impacted many lives as LB Homes has minis...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Solberg Promoted to Major
January 8th, 2025
On Tuesday, December 3, 2024, Chaplain Greg Solberg was promoted from Captain to Major in the Dodd Field Chapel at Joint Base San Antonio - Fort Sam Houston. Left: Ch. Greg Solberg with family pinning...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Gardner Retires after 43 years
January 8th, 2025
Melinda Gardner in video for Apple Pregnancy Center. View the video by visiting www.CLBA.org/melindagardner or clicking the photo above. Melinda “Lindy” Gardner, daughter of the late Rev. Omar Gjernes...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Full of Grace & Truth - A Study of John 1:1-18
November 27th, 2024
Our goal is to provide a practical resource for you, your small group, your Sunday School class, or your family, that can be easily implemented and applied.For this edition we’ve created a four-week B...  Read More
by Luke Kjolhaug
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Full of Grace and Full of Truth
November 12th, 2024
Jesus. Full of grace and truth. Jesus was full of grace, while also full of truth. What does that mean? What does that mean for his Church? And what does that mean for the world?In this issue, three a...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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The Word Became Flesh
November 12th, 2024
My mind can quickly become overwhelmed by big ideas! I love looking at a clear, dark night sky and soaking in the beauty of God’s creation. But if I were obligated to try to understand the universe, t...  Read More
by Paul Tjelta
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Dwelling Among Us
November 12th, 2024
John 1:14 describes “The Word” (Jesus) as dwelling among us “full of grace and truth.” As a pastor, I hope that I regularly dwell with others as Jesus did, in the fullness of his grace and truth, but ...  Read More
by Jordan Spina
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The Glory of God
November 12th, 2024
“Go up to a land flowing with milk and honey; but I will not go up among you, lestI consume you on the way, for you are a stiff-necked people.” ––Exodus 33:3 It had been an impossible yet real group e...  Read More
by Roger Olson
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Rooted Gap Year Begins
November 12th, 2024
The Rooted Gap Year program is off and running and I couldn’t be more thankful for the way things have started. We have eight incredible young adults from all over the country who have come to be disc...  Read More
by Roger Viksnes
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Fall 2024 Incoming Students
November 12th, 2024
I’m excited to join the back-to-school season, even if I’m a bit late to the party. I’ve been living in and around New York City for quite a while, although I grew up on the west side of Cleveland, Oh...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Caring for Adult Missionary Kids
November 12th, 2024
On the weekend of September 6-8, Lutheran Brethren International Mission (LBIM) hosted a retreat for former missionary kids at Inspiration Point Christian Camp & Retreat Center in Vining, Minnesota. T...  Read More
by Dan Venberg
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Jr. High Added to Bagirmi Mission School
November 12th, 2024
In early October, a new chapter began for the Gethsemané de Meube school in Boudamasa, Chad. The school held its first week of classes for the brand-new junior high class.This milestone is significant...  Read More
by Dan Venberg
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Jesus: God with Skin On
November 12th, 2024
The “Get the BASICS” program at Bethel (Ottawa, IL). Jesus Christ became human; became one of us. He didn’t come as a prince or a wealthy man. He was poor, experiencing hunger, homelessness, lonelines...  Read More
by Cheryl Olsen
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Legacy Giving & Planned Giving
November 12th, 2024
There is an obvious reason we shouldn’t concern ourselves with laying up treasures in this life—earthly riches just don’t last. Things happen unexpectedly, financial markets tank, and eventually we di...  Read More
by Roy Heggland
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Pierce Installed at Peace
November 12th, 2024
On Sunday, June 16, 2024, Dave Pierce was installed as Pastor at Peace Lutheran Brethren Church, Olympia, WA. The service was presided over by Pacific Region Chair Warren Hall. Pictured (L-R): Elders ...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Rostvedt Installed at Liberty
November 12th, 2024
On Sunday, October 20, 2024, Pastor Ty Rostvedt was installed as associate pastor at Liberty Lutheran Brethren Church in Fargo, ND. Participating in the service were Ty’s father Tim Rostvedt, his fath...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Kollman Ordained
November 12th, 2024
On Sunday, October 13, 2024, Greg Kollmann was ordained as Elder at Lutheran Brethren Church of Nampa, ID. Pictured (L-R): North American Mission Associate Director Rev. Jordan Spina, Elder Jeff Kevel...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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Mental Health & The Church - A Study of Biblical Characters & Mental Health
September 6th, 2024
Our goal is to provide a practical resource for you, your small group, or your family, that can be easily implemented and applied.For this edition we’ve created a four-week Bible study based on mental...  Read More
by Luke Kjolhaug
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Mental Health. Are We Ready?
August 29th, 2024
Mental Health. These are loaded words. These are complicated words that encompass a wide range of needs. These words include everything from job burnout to suicide. And, in a Western culture that prai...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen
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A Lutheran Perspective on Mental Health Issues
August 29th, 2024
Mental health issues can be difficult to talk about.Last weekend, Bob learned that the daughter of his golfing buddy, Daniel, had been hospitalized after a psychiatric crisis. Bob was unsure what to s...  Read More
by Dr. Stephen Saunders
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My Experience of Depression
August 29th, 2024
It was a Saturday. I was trying to finish a sermon but couldn’t quite get it done. Feelings of sadness didn’t help. Maybe going for a walk would. It didn’t. Despite the beautiful fall afternoon, the s...  Read More
by David Veum
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Kids, Trauma, and Ministry
August 29th, 2024
I have served in youth ministry for nearly 20 years. One of my biggest priorities is supporting students as they go through challenges in their lives. I am not a mental health expert, but I am here to...  Read More
by Stacia Sytsma
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Elevate Youth Convention
August 29th, 2024
For five days we watched our young people take in God’s Word, praise his name together in worship, and join each other in prayer. They experienced fellowship through afternoon activities, games with e...  Read More
by Brandon Pangman
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Next Steps for Dr. Eugene Boe
August 29th, 2024
Dr. Eugene Boe has served the Church of the Lutheran Brethren faithfully for many years as elder, youth minister, pastor, mentor, advisor, theological council member, and most prominently as our semin...  Read More
by Paul Larson
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Glimpse Project: Taiwan & Japan
August 29th, 2024
The Glimpse Project is a resource that gives you the ability to peek into the life and ministry of our Lutheran Brethren missionaries. Ten Lutheran Brethren missionary couples/families/units are activ...  Read More
by Micah Nordtvedt
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Christ for Women's Mental Health
August 29th, 2024
Through my years as a social worker, I have worked in various roles geared toward providing for the needs of children and adolescents. Early on in these roles, I had the idea that my work would primar...  Read More
by Gianna Reese
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Matthew Rogness Retires after 43 Years of Ministry
August 29th, 2024
Rev. Matthew Rogness is retiring this fall after serving 43 years in ministry. He served as pastor of congregations in Washington and Minnesota (1981-1986), as a missionary in Cameroon (1986-1992), as...  Read More
by Tim Mathiesen