Lutheran Archives

Harvest Thanksgiving reminds us of God’s abundant blessings and faithful provision. While we give thanks for the fruits of the earth, we also remember the greater harvest God desires: people hearing the good news of Jesus and growing in faith.

What happens when pastors step away from their congregations and gather together? Worship, learning, encouragement and friendship.

by Glenda Kowald

The article explains that Richard achieved both goals in an unexpected way. Rather than becoming an elite football player, he became an AFL umpire, while also pursuing studies at Luther Seminary to become a pastor.

by Irwin Traeger

The article reports on two children’s praise and thanksgiving events held in Adelaide (Enfield) and Brisbane (Indooroopilly) during August and September 1983. Children, parents, teachers and congregations gathered to participate in worship centred on the book ‘Sing to Jesus’.

In 1992, the Finke River Mission announced it would take over Yirara College in Alice Springs, continuing its work with Aboriginal students from remote communities through education, boarding and Christian care.

In 2003, The Lutheran featured Shed Men, a grassroots ministry in Geraldton, WA, where men and boys gathered in a backyard shed to build friendships, discuss faith and life, and provide positive Christian role models for the next generation.