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From Establishment To Innovation: Rethinking Structure In A New Apostolic Age, Dwight J. Zscheile
From Establishment To Innovation: Rethinking Structure In A New Apostolic Age, Dwight J. Zscheile
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Characteristics Of Congregations That Empower Missional Leadership: A Lutheran Voice, Terri L. Elton
Characteristics Of Congregations That Empower Missional Leadership: A Lutheran Voice, Terri L. Elton
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A Reformation Is A Terrible Thing To Waste: A Promising Theology For An Emerging Missional Church, Gary M. Simpson
A Reformation Is A Terrible Thing To Waste: A Promising Theology For An Emerging Missional Church, Gary M. Simpson
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What Is Essential In Lutheran Worship?, Steven D. Paulson
What Is Essential In Lutheran Worship?, Steven D. Paulson
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Martin Luther’s simple definition of worship remains valid: “nothing else” need ever happen “except that our dear Lord himself may speak to us through his holy Word and we respond to him through prayer and praise.” The essential moments of public worship are reading, preaching (including the presence and proclamation of Christ in the sacraments), and prayer.
Opportunities Amidst Challenges: Denominations And Rural Ministry, Alvin Luedke
Opportunities Amidst Challenges: Denominations And Rural Ministry, Alvin Luedke
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The changing social, economic, and religious landscape of rural communities offers denominations an opportunity for demonstrating renewed relevance to congregations in those areas, as denominational leaders and structures help rural congregations identify and meet the mission challenges they now face.
The Return Of The Congregation: Missional Warrants, Patrick R. Keifert
The Return Of The Congregation: Missional Warrants, Patrick R. Keifert
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The new era of mission in North America warrants the return of the congregation as the primal location of the study of theology at every level of theological education, including schools of theology.