Prayerful Parishes

Dear Friends in Christ, “All these were constantly devoting themselves to prayer, together with certain women, including Mary the mother of Jesus, as well as his brothers” (Acts 1:14) In 2018, our synod’s focus is on the spiritual practice of Daily...

Do You Have A Strong Foundation?

Dear Friends in Christ, “In him the whole structure is joined together and grows into a holy temple in the Lord; in whom you also are built together spiritually into a dwelling place for God” (Ephesians 2:21-22). The Porch Is Finished! Many of you have...

Equip the Saints

Dear Friends in Christ, “To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ” (Ephesians 4:12). I was talking with a guy this past week about his craft: he designs and builds wooden chess sets. Each wooden chess board is...