“In the realm of theology, shallowness is treason.” With this quote from Abraham Joshua Heschel as a jumping off point, Eric Crump takes a deep dive into the Apology and comes up with insights that endure.
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A nasty George Floyd take
The anti-semitic ELCA at work
Catholic composer, David Haas, accused of “sexually predatory” behavior
Four of his sappy songs in ELCA hymnal
Find a list of the the four hymns here.
The Order of Deacon: Stepping stone to being ordained a pastor – 2
Episcopal Church: | “You will serve as a deacon for at least 6 months before being ordained a priest.” |
The ELCA: | “You will serve as a deacon for at least 6 months before being ordained a pastor.” |
Is this true? Not yet, but it will be soon. Read more here.
The 1983 Martin Luther Jubilee: Inge Lønning
In November 1983 the Lutheran Council in the USA sponsored a series of lectures in honor of the 500th birthday of Martin Luther. One of the many eminent speakers was Dr. Inge Lønning of Norway, who, for many years, was a leading member of the international Lutheran-Roman Catholic dialogue. His address, “Luther and Ecumenism,” is transcribed from the audio-tape of his presentation.
Read more here.