Our Lutheran hospital in Palestine, Augusta Victoria Hospital, is in bad shape (see ELCA press release here). A tax dispute with Israel began the crisis, but the hospital’s situation has significantly worsened since the election of a Hamas-led government to the Palestinian parliament. Augusta Victoria Hospital receives most of its funding via the Palestinian AuthorityContinue reading “Lutheran Hospital in Palestine Suffers”
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Lutheran Charisms
In my previous post I was thinking about the charisms, the gifts, that Lutheranism offers to the church and world, in light of recent conversations about postmodern ministry (read that post before you read this one). What follows is a slightly reworked version of an old post from September: Lutherans know that God comes downContinue reading “Lutheran Charisms”
Spirit Room, in retrospect
I put together the Spirit Room at a youth event attended by about 200 youth this weekend. The Spirit Room was never a scheduled part of the programming, but simply a Free Time option for the kids. (I also served as the chaplain for the event). Overall, I think the Spirit Room was a success. Continue reading “Spirit Room, in retrospect”
It’s a Miracle!
I’ve been part of a youth event this weekend – my role was to put together the "Spirit Room" – a room dedicated to prayer, reflection, and meditation, with several stations or activities to guide participants. One of the stations was a Baptismal Station, in which young people were invited to write their sins onContinue reading “It’s a Miracle!”
Youth Spirit Room (in progress – feedback needed!)
I’m putting together the "Spirit Room" at a youth event this weekend. This is a quasi-chapel place where kids will come for reflection and prayer. In past years, adapted prayer labyrinths have been used. This year’s Spirit Room will not be a labyrinth, but will be filled with various experiential activities. It will feature fiveContinue reading “Youth Spirit Room (in progress – feedback needed!)”
The Lutheran Zephyr 