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An Overview of Lutheran Worship
(1982)This is a good resource to find some facts about the Missouri Synod’s hymnal, Lutheran Worship. Albrecht details every aspect of the hymnal and compares it to the old WELS hymnal, The Lutheran Hymnal. -
WELS' Outreach in the Inner City: Strategies and Challenges
(1985)This 1985 senior church history paper examines the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod’s (WELS) outreach efforts in Milwaukee’s inner-city black communities. Focusing on four congregations—Garden Homes, Siloah, St. Philip’s, ... -
Martin Luther and the Jews
(1982)You may have heard many things about Martin Luther’s attitude toward the Jewish nation. Did Luther want all the Jews expelled from Germany? Did the Nazis get their beliefs from Luther’s pen? In this paper, Mark Albrecht ... -
EF 3414 Interview with James J. Westendorf
(2010)This interview with Professor James J. Westendorf, conducted by Lincoln Albrecht, explores Westendorf’s journey from seminary student to parish pastor and finally professor at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary. Westendorf reflects ... -
The History of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church Eden Prairie, MN: A Reason for Praise, a Pattern to Follow
(1990)Joel Albrecht’s 1990 church history paper traces the founding and growth of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. Initiated by Bloomington Lutheran Church as a daughter congregation, the mission ... -
The Diary of Immanuel Albrecht: January – May, 1935
(2001)This diary chronicles Immanuel Albrecht’s 1935 missionary journey from Minnesota to Southeastern Nigeria, undertaken with Otto Boecler and Dr. Henry Nau under the Evangelical Lutheran Synodical Conference. Amid global ... -
Duties of the Vacancy Pastor
(1976)It may happen at one time or another that a church has a vacant pastorate. When this happens there is a need for a vacancy pastor. Pastor Ahlswede sketches a good plan for the pastor who is called to serve during a vacancy. ... -
Strengthening the Ministry of Our National Called Workers
(1982)I. In the first of a three-part series on world mission workers the key word is flexibility. The situations for national pastors across the world is so diverse that there cannot be only one way to instruct and train national ... -
The Troubled Beginning of the "Allgemeine Synode": 1892-1895
(1975)Frederick Adrian’s essay examines the contentious formation and early struggles of the Allgemeine Synode, a federation of the Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota Synods. Focusing on the years 1892–1895, Adrian challenges ... -
Pre-Marriage Counseling: Why, How, and for How Long?
(1994)Pre-Marriage counseling serves such a vital purpose in this world. Why? Because of sin. Perfect love can no longer be achieved since the fall into sin in the Garden of Eden. Family life is on the decline. Good marriages ... -
An Introduction to Lutheranism in Michigan's Upper Peninsula A.D. 1600-1881
(1981)This essay offers a comprehensive historical overview of Lutheranism in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula from 1600 to 1881. It begins with a vivid portrayal of the region’s geography and culture, emphasizing its isolation and ... -
The Church's Ministry (WLQ)
(2010)This abridgment of chapter 14 of Johann Wilhelm Baier's Compendium was published in Volume 107/1 (Winter 2010) of the Wisconsin Lutheran Quarterly. Translated by Benjamin P. Schaefer. -
The Role of Men and Women in a Latin American Setting
(1992)In this brief but informative essay Baerbock explains in detail the family structure of the world, home, and the church of a Latin American family. He is quick to point out these are not all-encompassing characteristics ... -
Stuart Briscoe: His Theology and His Outreach Techniques
(1976)This essay takes an in-depth look into Elmbrook Church and more specifically at its head worship leader, Stuart Briscoe. It examines the doctrines of the church as well as doctrines specific to Briscoe. It also discusses ... -
Encouraging Women to Joyful Service
(1992)Aderman brings his own experiences with women’s church groups to bear as he explains how more women might serve the Lord. His spotlight is on the purpose of the group. This nation is changing. Women have more demanding ... -
Bible Study in the Life of the Pastor and His Congregation
(1980)The topic of Bible Study is covered with great care because, as Pastor Aderman writes, Bible study ought to have an important part in every Christian’s life. First, Aderman examines pastors’ attitudes that might hinder a ... -
An Exegesis of Luke 1:68-75
(1993)A catchy introduction sets the stage for a lengthy study of Luke 1. The author offers many insights about these passages and cites plenty of references in order to clearly explain the familiar account of Zechariah’s song ... -
Adventism: Its History and Doctrine
(1976)Adventism: Its History and Doctrine concisely defines where the Adventists came from and what they teach. Using research and interviews, the author gives a very in-depth outline and a wealth of information about the Adventist ... -
EF 2641 Herbert C. Kuske: "From Friedens to Peace: Fifty Years of God's Grace"
(1997)This essay traces the fifty-year ministry of Rev. Herbert C. Kuske, highlighting his service across multiple congregations and districts within the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod. Beginning with emergency teaching ... -
The Doctrine of Conversion
(1951)This essay was written to describe the inadequacies of the Common Confession in its explanation of the doctrine of conversion. It shows how other synods did not have a proper understanding of conversion and, therefore, ...