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Witnesses For The Defense A Lenten Worship Series For Holy Cross Lutheran Church Davenport, Iowa, Frederick Schuster

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

This Major Applied Project is the preparation of a Lenten Midweek Worship Series based on the Gospel according to St. John for use at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Davenport, Iowa.

The project investigates the Lutheran theology of worship, the concept of worship in the Lutheran Confessions, the place, practice and purpose of Lent in the church, and the relevance of the Gospel according to St. John as the basis for the series.

The study culminates with nine sermon studies, one for each of the six Wednesdays of Lent, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

A Study Group Examines A Paradoxical Vision Of The End Times, Peter Kurowski

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

The purpose of this study was to show how the use of paradox is a valid, essential tool for the expression of certain Christian truths in general, and for end-times teachings in particular. In light of the approaching millennium, Biblical end-times paradoxes will help counter prophets who seize this moment to tickle ears and generate fears. A congregational study group served as the means to test these assertions. Questionnaires filled out by this study group served as an evaluative tool. The findings reveal the correlation between the right use of paradox and a Gospel-centered view of the end-times.

New Pericopal-Based Hymnody For Lutheran Corporate Worship, Wilfred Karsten

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

There are gaps where the corpus of hymnody in Lutheran Worship fails to support the lectionary used by that hymnal. This project produces thirteen new hymn texts which seek to fill part of that gap.

An analysis of Ephesians 5:19 and Colossians 3:16 shows that there may be a variety of congregational song used in the Divine Service, but this song must always be didactic in character. An examination of the hymnody of the Reformation shows that congregational song was meant to serve a liturgical purpose. An appendix compares Lutheran Worship hymn text scriptural allusions with its lectionary.

Bautismo Es Sacramento Mlutero, Juan Berndt

Bautismo

Bautismo es sacramento MLutero

Enhancing The Congregation's Appreciation For The Scriptural Doctrine Of Angels, Mark Smith

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

The goal of this Major Applied Project is to present a year-long program of emphasis on the Doctrine of Angels for use in the local congregation that is both theologically consistent with the Lutheran Confessions, gives comfort to God’s people and glory to Christ and His Gospel.

This program of emphasis was field tested at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church of Crestwood, Missouri. Its contents include Bible study and sermon outlines, theological essays, hymnody and liturgical suggestions, illustrations for worship leaflets, activities for children, newsletter articles and various other items.

A Theology And Structure For Multiple Ministry In A Large Lutheran Church, Perryville, Mo, Donald Loesch

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

How can a staff of multiple ministers in a large Lutheran church be organised in a way that is harmonious with the Biblical doctrine of the office of pastor? First, key Scripture passages and Lutheran writings on the pastoral office were studied; second, a congregational survey gleaned thoughtful opinions from parishioners; and third, information was obtained from experts on multiple ministry in other growing churches. A mediating view of the pastoral office both preserves the uniqueness of the office and allows for ministers, ordained and unordained, generalist and specialist, to share the office. A congregational handbook is offered as a …

Applying Strategic Planning Toward The Development Of An Effective And Joyful Ministry Team In The Local Church, Robert Kasper

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

This study chronicles the activities of the ministry team of St. Peter Lutheran Church and School with respect to the implementation of the strategic planning process. The greatest benefit of strategic planning for the congregation and its ministry team is focus. The stage is set to be proactive rather than reactive in an ever changing environment. The future no longer brings fear, but challenges faith. The past becomes arch heritage, marked by God's grace; serving as fertile ground for roots of faith in a faithful God who will also guide and provide in the years to come.

The Indirect Method Of Preaching, John Davidson

Doctor of Ministry Major Applied Project

The Indirect Method: A study of the potential effectiveness of the indirect method of preaching. The study examines the Biblical and practical components of the indirect method. A sample sermon is presented together with an evaluation of the sermon by selected members of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Lancaster, Ohio. The evaluation will measure the method's effectiveness in the proclamation of Law and Gospel from a Lutheran context. The proclamation of the Law exposes the hearer's sinfulness and need of a Savior. The proclamation of the Gospel reveals Jesus Christ as Savior and offers forgiveness and salvation to all who believe in …

B11-Third After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Third after Epiphany

B01-1st In Advent, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

1st in Advent

B03-3rd In Advent, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

3rd in Advent

B07-New Years Day, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

New Years Day

B17-Transfiguration Last After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Transfiguration Last after Epiphany

B16-Eighth After Epiphany And Transfiguration Begins, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Eighth after Epiphany and Transfiguration begins

B05-Christmas Dawn, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Christmas Dawn

B13-Fifth After Epiphany And 6th Begins, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Fifth after Epiphany and 6th begins

B14-Sixth After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Sixth after Epiphany

B04-4th In Advent, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

4th in Advent

B10-Second After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Second after Epiphany

B06-1st After Christmas, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

1st after Christmas

B15-Seventh After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Seventh after Epiphany

B09-First After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

First after Epiphany

B02-2nd In Advent, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

2nd in Advent

B12-Fourth After Epiphany, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Fourth after Epiphany

B29-Fourth Of Easter, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Fourth of Easter

B31-The Ascension Of Our Lord, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

The Ascension of our Lord

B24-Maundythursday, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

MaundyThursday

B27-Second Of Easter, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Second of Easter

B21-Fourth Sunday In Lent, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Fourth Sunday in Lent

B26-Easter Sunday, Richard Moody

Deaf Lectionary Series B

Easter Sunday