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The Gift of Leaving

June 25, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

It may seem strange to think of a pastor’s departure as a gift, but there is a definite blessing around the time.  This weekend, I was so fortunate to experience…

The Gift of Leaving

Jun 25, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

It may seem strange to think of a pastor’s departure as a gift, but there is a definite blessing around the time.  This weekend, I ...

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Joy Abounds!

June 8, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

Joy Abounds!

Jun 8, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

This weekend, I was blessed to be part of the installation service for Pr. Wendi Gordon and Pr. Steve Brauner, new co-pastors at Beautiful Savior ...

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Welcoming the stranger

May 22, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

Welcoming the stranger

May 22, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

Today I had the privilege of preaching and presiding at the 35th Anniversary celebration of Hope Lutheran Church in Springtown.  This congregation exemplifies what it ...

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Good Samaritan: a well-kept secret

May 18, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

Good Samaritan: a well-kept secret

May 18, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

I learn something new almost every day in this job.  I’ve been here in North Texas for almost four years now and never knew we ...

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Assembly Reflections from a Newbie

May 4, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

Assembly Reflections from a Newbie

May 4, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

Now that I’ve recovered from the long weekend of Synod Council meeting and Assembly, it’s time to reflect on the events of the weekend. While I’m ...

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Easter Joy!

April 16, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

Easter Joy!

Apr 16, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

This was my first year in 25 years of ministry that I have not been serving in a congregation for Holy Week and Easter. That’s ...

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From Amarillo to Alvarado

April 3, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog By The Rev. Kris Totzke

From Amarillo to Alvarado

Apr 3, 2017 | Pastor Totzke’s Blog

Seven months into this role as Bishop’s Associate, I’ve sure put on many miles already.  My first congregational visit was way back in September, as ...

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