Pastor's Posts - Peace Lutheran Church (NALC)

What do we mean by the word ‘catholic’ in the creed?

The word ‘catholic’ comes from the Greek phrase ‘kata holos’, meaning “according to the whole.” In about 110 AD, Ignatius wrote, “Where Christ is, there is the catholic Church.” In 381, the Niceno-Constantinopolitan Creed used it to describe the church as “one, holy, catholic, and apostolic.” In the fifth century, Vincent of Lérins defined catholic…

November 14, 2023

Beyond the Small Catechism

Question I remember learning the Small Catechism when in confirmation class. Is there a large version? If so, how can I get it? Answer Yes, Martin Luther wrote a Large Catechism as well. We will find it, and all the other Lutheran confessions in the Book of Concord. The Book of Concord is a collection…

November 6, 2023

Pleasure of the Lord

Pastor Patrick’s Perspective: November 2023 “For the LORD takes pleasure in his people; he adorns the humble with salvation.” (Psalm 149:4 ESV) Psalm 149 has only nine verses and recommend that you read them all. The psalm contains contains many themes. It exalts the saints because of Christ victory on their behalf. It commends the…

November 6, 2023

Grace & Peace Radio from November 5, 2023

This message of Grace and Peace Radio was broadcast on November 5, 2023.

November 5, 2023

Grace & Peace Radio from October 22, 2023

This message of Grace and Peace Radio was broadcast on October 22, 2023.

October 24, 2023

Grace & Peace Radio from October 8, 2023

This message of Grace and Peace Radio was broadcast on October 8, 2023.

October 9, 2023

The Refuge

Pastor Patrick’s Perspective: October 2023 “Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us.” Psalm 62:8 (ESV) Life is filled with moments of joy and moments of uncertainty. It’s in these uncertain times that we are challenged to trust in God at all times.…

October 6, 2023

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