Let Him Drive
Fifty years ago, a rural school district in south Texas ran into a predicament. One of the students lived in such a remote area, no one wanted to drive the
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Apartment Ministry—Bringing the Gospel in a Relational Way
Life in cities can be very complex and simple at the same time. The convenience of having all that you need readily available for you within a walking distance, if
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Will You Be a Historic or Contemporary Lutheran?
I’m all about being an historic Lutheran. Contemporary additives have never been my cup of tea. But wait! Before you get ready to reply vociferously in the comment box, let
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Is Mission Outreach Dispensable?
A sentiment that surfaces in the church every now and then is that mission outreach and evangelistic efforts are not necessary. The reasoning goes: God has predestined people to salvation;
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Walking With the Broken – ACTS Church Antioch Recovery Ministry
If you have never witnessed the impact a Christ-centered 12-step program can have on an individual, it is truly a humbling experience. Vicar Adam Meyer got involved serving in a
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Never Too Old For Mission
What can a 4-foot 11-inch septuagenarian do for global Christianity? Plenty. I witnessed the work of Mrs. Carol Buckman during a visit to St. Louis. The Missouri District of the
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Momentum in 2016 and 2017
Ten new word and sacrament congregations were planted in the Texas District in 2016, bringing the total of new churches started since 2004 to 113. That means one new congregation
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Partners in Mission
“After this the Lord…sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place.” (Luke 10:1) In my travels around the Texas District, I have discovered that most
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Cornerstone Church: Reaching with Alpha
I had lunch with Aaron today. It was great! We talked about faith and church and next steps in learning. We talked about getting involved in a small group study
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They All Know the Mission
We tendered to land at a small town named Kailua-Kona, located on the “Big Island.” What a beautiful venue. Some may know this community as the start of the annual
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