Sunday was a very busy day across our synod. I’m grateful for a reliable vehicle that got me across multiple conferences to participate in two joyful services of welcome. My… Read More
Welcome SAWL Emelie and Pastor Rachel!
#milesandmiles but not by me
Sunday July 25th was a #milesandmiles day across NT-NL Synod, ELCA, ELCA. But not so much for me but for my associate the Rev. Kris Totzke. She began her morning… Read More
NT-NL News: July 2021, Third Tuesday
Gathering Together Join us and folks from around the synod at Briarwood Leadership Center (Argyle, TX) on Saturday, September 11, 11am – 4pm, for lunch, worship, rock climbing, zipline, archery,… Read More
Sunday 7/18
Sunday morning 7/18/2021 I worshipped with my family at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fort Worth. And in so doing had the opportunity to have the word proclaimed to me by… Read More
Gratitude for Continued Ministry in July
It has been a busy week at NT-NL Synod, ELCA and Briarwood Leadership Center. After many months of negotiations and frankly frustrations the funds have begun to be distributed from… Read More
NT-NL News: July 2021, Second Tuesday
Stewardship: A Disciple’s Path In many congregations lately, the word “stewardship” has become a way to say “we want your money.” But in Living Lutheran’s June/July lead feature, Robert C. Blezard explores… Read More
Welcome the Rev. Nicholaus Chove!
It may seem strange to write a Welcome to someone who has been serving his congregation for several years already, but this weekend we finally got to ordain Nicholaus Chove… Read More
St. Lukes-Richardson and Ordination of Nicholaus Chove
Sunday July 11th was a #milesandmiles day in NT-NL Synod, ELCA. Significant occasions all around. This morning I preached and attended a forum at St. Lukes-Richardson. The congregation has had… Read More
NT-NL Leader News: July 2021
In This Edition Featured Blog Post Congregations Lead Initiative Courageous Leadership Series with ELCA Coaching Best Practices for Helping Victims/Survivors Book of Remembrance Assistant VP for Mission, Church, and Ministry… Read More
Bishop’s Message: July 2021 Leader News
Dear NT-NL Leaders: We have just passed the halfway point of 2021. As I remarked in our Synod News on June 29th this makes for a good time to look… Read More