The Eleventh Annual Herbener Lecture: The Psychology of Christian Nationalism In this time of political and religious discord, having an understanding of the Christian nationalist movement is critical for the Gospel work of social justice. What attracts people to extremist views, and how can we talk with family members, friends, and congregation members who have… Read More
NT-NL News: November 2023, First Tuesday
NT-NL Leader News: November 2023
In This Edition Message from Bishop Gronberg The Eleventh Annual Herbener Lecture: The Psychology of Christian Nationalism This is Wartburg – Live with Violeta Siguenza Upcoming Events Prayer Requests Roster Changes Message from Bishop Gronberg Below is Bishop Gronberg’s Reformation Day message Partners in Mission: A blessed Reformation Day/All Hallows Eve to you all. Today… Read More
NT-NL News: October 2023, Fifth Tuesday
Message from Bishop Gronberg Partners in Mission: A blessed Reformation Day/All Hallows Eve to you all. Today we remember how 506 years ago a young monk asked for a disputation regarding abuses he saw in the church. The nailing of the 95 theses by Martin Luther not only changed the church but also our world… Read More
Bishop’s Message: 10/31/2023
Partners in Mission: A blessed Reformation Day/All Hallows Eve to you all. Today we remember how 506 years ago a young monk asked for a disputation regarding abuses he saw in the church. The nailing of the 95 theses by Martin Luther not only changed the church but also our world forever. Luther’s intense focus… Read More
NT-NL News: October 2023, Fourth Tuesday
Message from Bishop Gronberg Partners in Mission: The war between the state of Israel and Hamas has dominated our news lately. This conflict sits in the context of complex historical realities. In the midst of this conflict our Lutheran Palestinian partners continue to do ministry and struggle for justice and opportunity. This Wednesday you have… Read More
Two new homegrown pastors
Over the last two weeks I have attended installation services for two of our newly ordained pastors. Because I walk through the candidacy process with our pastors, I especially love attending these services for our homegrown pastors. On October 15th, Pr. Cheryl Herreid was installed as pastor at Christ the Servant in Allen. She was… Read More
NT-NL News: October 2023, Third Tuesday
Message from Bishop Gronberg The conflict between Hamas and Israel has devastated lives and produced further suffering for all in the region. I had the privilege of being part of the installation liturgy of Bishop Azar in 2018. He is a voice for many marginalized in this conflict, caught up in global political interests fueling… Read More
NT-NL News: October 2023, Second Tuesday
Bach Cantata Series Come and hear the Gospel of Christ proclaimed through the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, set in the context of Evening Prayer at Zion Lutheran Church, Dallas, on October 15th at 6pm. Featured Resources for October Clergy Appreciation Day is celebrated annually on the second Sunday in October (October 8 this year)…. Read More
Say No to Private School Vouchers in Texas
In our ordination vows as pastors we are called to speak for justice and for the well being of our communities. We do that is through non-partisan advocacy for issues that impact our communities. One such issue this year in the Texas Legislature is that of school vouchers. The state house has consistently rejected voucher… Read More
MEF Dinner Celebration
Saturday October 7, 2023 we had our NT-NL Synod, ELCA Mission Endowment Fund dinner. This is a celebration of the work of the endowment fund, an opportunity for fellowship, and a chance to raise a little money as well. Thank you Pastor Phil Heinze, Pastor Kyle Rouze, and Ms. Janelle Miller of Calvary-Richland Hills for… Read More