Trying to figure things out in the second half
This Sunday, for Lutherans and Catholics and a few other denominations, was Christ the King Sunday. It was instituted by one of the Popes in the 1920’s to recognize the sovereignty of Christ on Earth and in Heaven. One of my favorite hymns is a common choice for Christ the King Sunday, Crown Him with …
What does this hymn have to do with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? Read on to see…. The lyrics to Canticle of the Turning (also known as My Soul Cries Out With a Joyful Shout) are by Rory Cooney, but the music is an old Irish folk tune. The original tune dates back to the Middle Ages. I …
Martin Luther, founder of the Lutheran Church, said “Next to the Word of God, the noble art of music is the greatest treasure in the world.” Lutherans tend to agree with Marty! Lutherans sing their hearts out every Sunday and this week was no different. We sang one of my favorite hymns, You are Mine …
We sang one of my favorite patriotic songs in church this morning – the hymn commonly known as America, the Beautiful. In our ELCA Lutheran hymnal, the title is different, as you can see in the picture. Lutherans are careful about avoiding too much patriotism in the church service. The lyrics to this song were …