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Rev. Greg Kaufmann, Asst. to the Bishop, Northwest Synod of Wisconsin
Contributions Darkness at Noon What is the good news according to Mark? Think about that question as we look at a quick summary of what happened to Jesus according to Mark. One-third of his entire Gospel is about Jesus' last five days of life! One-sixth focuses on his last 24 hours alive! The cross dominates the entire book. Listen as I quickly summarize what Jesus experienced on his way to that cross. Discussion Starters for Families For the Forty Days of Lent This season of Lent begins Wednesday, February 12. In these 40 days before Easter, Christians the world around will be engaged in prayer and private reflection about the meaning of Jesus Christ's life, death, and resurrection. Here is a series of discussion starters for families to use during Lent. They are listed by dates on the calendar. (Sundays are not included in the 40 days.) Manger Scene: A Sunday School Gift Each year, our education committee gave the Sunday School children a gift after the children's program. We had given all the usual gifts such as ornaments and candy bags. When Dave and Carolyn Sick joined our congregation, they brought with them a creative idea for gifts from their church in Iowa. All Saints Day Devotion This devotion is designed to be used by boards, committees, or small groups in your congregation. Any seating arrangement will work, but the best atmosphere is created by having the group sit in a circle or semicircle. Name of God: Where did Jehovah come from? I am often asked where the name Jehovah comes from by participants in our Lay School of Ministry. I've used the following brief outline to help explain the origin of this unusual name for God. Mentor Pastor Guidelines The Lay School of Ministry was established to prepare theologically articulate lay persons for ministry in daily life. This process of preparation intends to draw upon the resources and the partnership existing between synod, congregation, and the Lay School of Ministry. A key component is the relationship between participants in the Lay School and a pastor who agrees to serve as mentor during the two years of study. The Easter Narratives Questions to answer while using the text book 'Easter Gospels' by Robert Smith, published by Augsburg Fortress - 1983. |
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