Since preachers following both the Revised Common Lectionary and Narrative Lectionary were in Mark this year, it seems appropriate to revisit these all-important words near the beginning of the gospel. July 1, 2024, also marks one year of me serving as bishop of the Northwest Intermountain Synod and I have been reflecting on the many ways I have seen the reign of God coming near all across our synod.
Interviews with Lay Ministry Associates from the Montana Synod
By Our Love
Pride. It’s not a simple thing. Listed among the seven deadly sins. Noted for coming before a fall. Rarely praised as a virtue except in the case of school spirit. And the collective noun for a group of lions. But in the old song Deb led us in as we walked the streets of Spokane with our supportive signs and smiling faces, we came to a stanza that sings, “and we’ll guard each one’s dignity and save each one’s pride.” Pride!
2024 Synod Trip to UKD
9 Lessons from Nehemiah for Faith-based Property Development
Luther and Ministry in Daily Life
Why do we gather for worship, for Bible Study, for prayer? Why do we care about what is read and preached in our assemblies? We worship so we can collectively communicate with the Triune God. We also hope that we will be nourished for the time when, at the end of worship, we are sent forth into the world.
Find ways to celebrate how you and others in your congregation are being salt and light wherever you are.
The Holy Spirit, Like the Wind, Blows Where She Chooses
EcoFaith Action Network
We meet virtually on the second Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. Pacific Time. We value your interest and input.
If you would like more information or you wish to share your ideas or participate, email Deaconess Katrina Martich at contact@katrinamartich.com