LSF held a meeting earlier this week, and as a result we have a whole new flurry of activities planned. Please mark your calendars with the following:
Milwaukee Admirals Hockey – Sunday, Dec. 2 at 4:00pm: Don’t worry – there is no Packer game on Dec. 2nd, so join us as we cheer on the Admirals at the Bradley Center! We will meet in the Student Center at 2:45pm to carpool. No need to RSVP, we’ll get tickets at the gates.
Babysitting – Thursday, Dec. 13 from 4:00-9:00pm in the Student Center: LSF is looking for student volunteers to help babysit for LMC families who may wish to get some shopping done or just have a quiet evening. Please come and help as you are able.
Advent/Christmas Caroling – Saturday, Dec. 15 @ 5:00pm: Meet us at the vicarage at 5:00pm to warm up your vocal chords with a light chili dinner. From there, we will head out into the neighborhood for some merry caroling until we can’t feel our noses. Then we will come back to the Student Center for some hot cocoa. We will hold a short rehearsal on Sunday, Dec. 9 following Bible study. Please let Rachel or Vicar know if you will be joining us for dinner.
On-Campus Bible Study – Mondays at 3:00pm: Vicar Askins will continue leading this Fall semester study on Ezekiel in the UWM Union Room 342 through Monday, Dec. 17th (UWM’s finals week). It’s not too late to join in on the study!
Table Talk – Thursdays at 12:15pm: Join us for a free lunch and enlightening discussion every Thursday through the last week of Fall classes, in the UWM Union Room 346. Email Vicar Askins lmc_vicar@yahoo.com with any topics you would like to discuss. Look for Table Talk to resume with the start of classes in the Spring.
2nd Annual Winter Retreat – Friday, Jan. 11 through Saturday, Jan. 12: Attention all students! Join us for a getaway weekend full of relaxing fun and fellowship before the start of Spring semester classes. Follow your email updates for further details or contact Rachel rachelploetz@yahoo.com with any questions.
Symposia – January 15-18: Held every year on the Fort Wayne campus, the four-day event is highlighted by presentations on Exegetical Theology and the Lutheran Confessions. For more info, visit their website, http://www.ctsfw.edu/events/symposia/. Several LSF students will be attending. If you would like to attend as well, please contact Amy starlight0518@yahoo.com or Rachel for info on transportation and housing.
Christ On Campus @ UWM – Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 7:00pm: This year’s topic is Intelligent Design vs. Evolution. The details are currently being worked out. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS EVENT! Invite everyone you know and their cousins. The lecture/debate will be held in the UWM Student Union, and hors d'ourves will be provided. Stay tuned for further details.
As always, you are invited to join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee for additional updates and invites to LSF activities.
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
What's Up for the Week of 11/11 - 11/17
Greetings all. Here are the events for the coming week.
Sunday 11/11 - the Divine Service - No Student Bible Class since I will be gone to Texas. I would encourage you to attend Pastor's study of Philippians instead.
Monday 11/12 - Ezekiel Bible Class at 3:00 pm in room 342.
- LSF Meeting after the Divine Service in the Student Center - Basketball to follow
Wednesday 11/14 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm I will be sitting in the Grind for anyone who would like to stop by for any reason.
Thursday 11/15 - Table Talk - 12:15 pm in room 34? -Topic to be decided. Please watch facebook for more details on the specific room. It's a room on the 3rd floor around where we have been meeting recently.
- I will be sitting in the Grind from 1:15 - 2:15 pm for anyone who would like to stop by and talk.
If I missed anything, please let me know. Thank you.
The Lord's Blessings on your week.
Sunday 11/11 - the Divine Service - No Student Bible Class since I will be gone to Texas. I would encourage you to attend Pastor's study of Philippians instead.
Monday 11/12 - Ezekiel Bible Class at 3:00 pm in room 342.
- LSF Meeting after the Divine Service in the Student Center - Basketball to follow
Wednesday 11/14 - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm I will be sitting in the Grind for anyone who would like to stop by for any reason.
Thursday 11/15 - Table Talk - 12:15 pm in room 34? -Topic to be decided. Please watch facebook for more details on the specific room. It's a room on the 3rd floor around where we have been meeting recently.
- I will be sitting in the Grind from 1:15 - 2:15 pm for anyone who would like to stop by and talk.
If I missed anything, please let me know. Thank you.
The Lord's Blessings on your week.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Reformation Day
REFORMATION DAY (an exerpt from Rev. Wieting's sermon 10/28/07)
Dear Children of the Reformation, it was an age that looked for a link to God in the extraordinary and extreme – relics, pilgrimages, and more. But Luther pointed to the simple yet profound right in front of our eyes: to the cross, to water, to bread and wine, to the Word of God.
Ours is an age of visions and dreams and nature worship and spiritual illusions. But Christ is still found in the simple and the profound that Luther pointed to, where Christ has promised to be “for you”.
Not only did He make the sea and springs of water, He made water to be a spring of new life in your Baptism. Not only did He shed His blood on Calvary, He bids you to drink of His blood today. What cannot be taken by violence, He comes to freely give you by His grace through faith.
The Reformation was not the start of something new, but the recovery of that which makes new – the eternal Gospel. God help us to hold fast to that Gospel in sincere and contrite hearts. God help us to clearly proclaim that Gospel in our corner of the world and to every nation and tribe and language and people.
To read this sermon in its entirety, go to http://sermonslmc.blogspot.com
Dear Children of the Reformation, it was an age that looked for a link to God in the extraordinary and extreme – relics, pilgrimages, and more. But Luther pointed to the simple yet profound right in front of our eyes: to the cross, to water, to bread and wine, to the Word of God.
Ours is an age of visions and dreams and nature worship and spiritual illusions. But Christ is still found in the simple and the profound that Luther pointed to, where Christ has promised to be “for you”.
Not only did He make the sea and springs of water, He made water to be a spring of new life in your Baptism. Not only did He shed His blood on Calvary, He bids you to drink of His blood today. What cannot be taken by violence, He comes to freely give you by His grace through faith.
The Reformation was not the start of something new, but the recovery of that which makes new – the eternal Gospel. God help us to hold fast to that Gospel in sincere and contrite hearts. God help us to clearly proclaim that Gospel in our corner of the world and to every nation and tribe and language and people.
To read this sermon in its entirety, go to http://sermonslmc.blogspot.com
Monday, October 22, 2007
Here's What's On Tap This Week at LMC
Join us this week, for:
On-Campus Bible Study - Monday, Oct. 22nd @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
We've finished Ezekiel's first vision and started to dive into the call and ordination of Ezekiel. Please come join us as we study the final vision in this first set of visions. We will see Ezekiel's response was not as welcoming of his new job as one might expect. We will finally conclude this preparatory section with God's command to Ezekiel to be a watchman for Israel which contains dire warnings for the preacher who does not preach as God has commanded. NOTE: This study has now moved to Mondays at 3pm in Room 342.
Matins - Wednesdays @ 7:10am
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Table Talk - Thursday, Oct. 25th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
There was a question put forth at the last Table Talk, "What is the difference between Faith and Trust?" Is there a difference? Must there be a difference? Please join us for food, fellowship and discussion on this often misunderstood topic.
Camping Trip - Friday, Oct. 26th through Sunday, Oct. 28th
Devil's Lake, WI
Tomorrow (Tuesday) is the RSVP deadline for this trip. We will be leaving Friday afternoon and returning Sunday afternoon. Please email Rachel rachelploetz@yahoo.com if you are interested in camping.
Issues, Etc. Live Broadcast - Sunday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00pm
Luther Memorial Chapel
Join us for this unique broadcast experience as the Radio Voice of the Lutheran Faith for the 21st Century (Issues, Etc.) broadcasts live from Luther Memorial Chapel as part of their Reformation Tour. Dr. Patrick Ferry, President of CUW, will be speaking on the topic of "The Lutheran Reformers vs. Other Reformers". Snacks and desserts will be served starting at 8:00pm, there will be a Question and Answer session from 8:00-8:30pm with host Todd Wilken, and the live broadcast will run from 9:00-11:00pm. There is no charge to attend. Come and go as you please!
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament.
Please mark your calendars for Saturday, November 3rd as LSF will be throwing a Reformation Party in the student center. As part of this Reformation Party we will also be "reforming" the church property by raking leaves and performing various fall clean-up tasks. Food and hot cocoa will be provided. We need some student organizers for this event, so please talk to Rachel if you are interested.
To get more information on LSF and LMC activities, join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
On-Campus Bible Study - Monday, Oct. 22nd @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
We've finished Ezekiel's first vision and started to dive into the call and ordination of Ezekiel. Please come join us as we study the final vision in this first set of visions. We will see Ezekiel's response was not as welcoming of his new job as one might expect. We will finally conclude this preparatory section with God's command to Ezekiel to be a watchman for Israel which contains dire warnings for the preacher who does not preach as God has commanded. NOTE: This study has now moved to Mondays at 3pm in Room 342.
Matins - Wednesdays @ 7:10am
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Table Talk - Thursday, Oct. 25th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
There was a question put forth at the last Table Talk, "What is the difference between Faith and Trust?" Is there a difference? Must there be a difference? Please join us for food, fellowship and discussion on this often misunderstood topic.
Camping Trip - Friday, Oct. 26th through Sunday, Oct. 28th
Devil's Lake, WI
Tomorrow (Tuesday) is the RSVP deadline for this trip. We will be leaving Friday afternoon and returning Sunday afternoon. Please email Rachel rachelploetz@yahoo.com if you are interested in camping.
Issues, Etc. Live Broadcast - Sunday, Oct. 28th @ 8:00pm
Luther Memorial Chapel
Join us for this unique broadcast experience as the Radio Voice of the Lutheran Faith for the 21st Century (Issues, Etc.) broadcasts live from Luther Memorial Chapel as part of their Reformation Tour. Dr. Patrick Ferry, President of CUW, will be speaking on the topic of "The Lutheran Reformers vs. Other Reformers". Snacks and desserts will be served starting at 8:00pm, there will be a Question and Answer session from 8:00-8:30pm with host Todd Wilken, and the live broadcast will run from 9:00-11:00pm. There is no charge to attend. Come and go as you please!
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament.
Please mark your calendars for Saturday, November 3rd as LSF will be throwing a Reformation Party in the student center. As part of this Reformation Party we will also be "reforming" the church property by raking leaves and performing various fall clean-up tasks. Food and hot cocoa will be provided. We need some student organizers for this event, so please talk to Rachel if you are interested.
To get more information on LSF and LMC activities, join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Here's What's Happening @ LMC this week...
Matins - Wednesdays @ 7:10am
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
On-Campus Bible Study - Wednesday, Oct. 17th @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
Join us for a continuing study of Ezekiel's call and ordination: last week we studied the inaugural vision of Ezekiel. This week, we will finish the vision of Ezekiel which concludes with seeing someone who has the appearance of a man in the likeness of man, who ultimately we will see is the pre-incarnate Christ. After the inaugural vision, we will then delve into the task for which God called Ezekiel.
NOTE: Beginning next week, this study will move to Mondays at 3:00pm in Room 342.
Table Talk - Thursday, Oct. 18th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Table Talk this week will be a continuation of Pastor's talk last week.
This week, we will delve into the discussion of women's ordination. So many Protestant denominations are ordaining women. Why? Are us LCMS Lutherans just behind the times? Come, enjoy pizza and discussion.
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament. Vicar Askins will be continuing a Bible study on the theology of the cross in the life of a Christian on a college campus, following Sunday’s Divine Service. Come and bring a friend!
This Sunday there will be a free lunch potluck with the congregation following Bible study as part of the congregational meeting. University students are invited to stay for the meal. Help is needed by 5-6 students to help clean up afterwards.
CSL Workshop @ Elm Grove - Sunday, Oct. 21st @ 2:00pm
Elm Grove Lutheran Church
Uwe Siemon-Netto, a native of Germany and director of the Concordia Seminary Institute on Lay Vocation, will conduct a free workshop, "The Two Kingdoms vs. the One Me" from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 21, followed by a light supper, at Elm Grove Lutheran Church, 945 Terrace Drive. Reservations are required because of the supper. Call (262) 797-2970.
Don't forget about our upcoming camping trip to Devil's Lake, October 26-28. Please RSVP a.s.a.p. either on facebook or to Vicar at lmc_vicar@yahoo.com or Rachel at uwm_lsf@yahoo.com by Wednesday, Oct. 24th.
To get more information on LSF and LMC activities, join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
On-Campus Bible Study - Wednesday, Oct. 17th @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
Join us for a continuing study of Ezekiel's call and ordination: last week we studied the inaugural vision of Ezekiel. This week, we will finish the vision of Ezekiel which concludes with seeing someone who has the appearance of a man in the likeness of man, who ultimately we will see is the pre-incarnate Christ. After the inaugural vision, we will then delve into the task for which God called Ezekiel.
NOTE: Beginning next week, this study will move to Mondays at 3:00pm in Room 342.
Table Talk - Thursday, Oct. 18th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Table Talk this week will be a continuation of Pastor's talk last week.
This week, we will delve into the discussion of women's ordination. So many Protestant denominations are ordaining women. Why? Are us LCMS Lutherans just behind the times? Come, enjoy pizza and discussion.
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament. Vicar Askins will be continuing a Bible study on the theology of the cross in the life of a Christian on a college campus, following Sunday’s Divine Service. Come and bring a friend!
This Sunday there will be a free lunch potluck with the congregation following Bible study as part of the congregational meeting. University students are invited to stay for the meal. Help is needed by 5-6 students to help clean up afterwards.
CSL Workshop @ Elm Grove - Sunday, Oct. 21st @ 2:00pm
Elm Grove Lutheran Church
Uwe Siemon-Netto, a native of Germany and director of the Concordia Seminary Institute on Lay Vocation, will conduct a free workshop, "The Two Kingdoms vs. the One Me" from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 21, followed by a light supper, at Elm Grove Lutheran Church, 945 Terrace Drive. Reservations are required because of the supper. Call (262) 797-2970.
Don't forget about our upcoming camping trip to Devil's Lake, October 26-28. Please RSVP a.s.a.p. either on facebook or to Vicar at lmc_vicar@yahoo.com or Rachel at uwm_lsf@yahoo.com by Wednesday, Oct. 24th.
To get more information on LSF and LMC activities, join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
This Week's Lineup at LMC
Matins – Wednesdays @ 7:10am
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Union Table – Wednesday, Oct. 10th @ 11:00-2:00pm
UWM Union Food Court level
Please stop by to help host the LSF informational table in the Union as your schedule permits. This is our only table in October, we have more scheduled in November.
On-Campus Bible Study – Wednesday, Oct. 10th @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
Vicar Askins will continue leading a study on Ezekiel, “the coolest book in the Bible!” This week, we are studying Chapters 1 - 3. Ezekiel begins his book by writing a description of the Glory of YHWH. Repetitive and redundant at times, it demonstrates the fear Ezekiel felt in being in the presence of YHWH. After Ezekiel sees the vision, YHWH calls and installs Ezekiel as a watchman for Israel with a dire warning if Ezekiel fails to do as the Lord commands. Please join us this week to work through what we might call the Old Testament 'Office of the Holy Ministry'.
Table Talk – Thursday, Oct. 11th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Lunch will be provided as Pastor Wieting leads a short presentation and discussion on the place of women in the church, from I Timothy 2. This was a heavily requested topic of discussion, so you don't want to miss it!
NOTE: The room is Union Room 346 (take elevator to 3rd floor, follow hallway straight ahead).
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament. Vicar Askins will be continuing a Bible study on the theology of the cross in the life of a Christian on a college campus, following Sunday’s Divine Service. Come and bring a friend!
Don't forget about our upcoming Camping Trip to Devil's Lake, October 26-28. Please RSVP a.s.a.p. either on facebook or to Vicar at lmc_vicar@yahoo.com or Rachel at uwm_lsf@yahoo.com.
To get more information on LSF activities, join our facebook group Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Luther Memorial Chapel
We encourage and invite you to join us and begin your day with a brief 25 minute Morning Prayer service (Matins) at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Union Table – Wednesday, Oct. 10th @ 11:00-2:00pm
UWM Union Food Court level
Please stop by to help host the LSF informational table in the Union as your schedule permits. This is our only table in October, we have more scheduled in November.
On-Campus Bible Study – Wednesday, Oct. 10th @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
Vicar Askins will continue leading a study on Ezekiel, “the coolest book in the Bible!” This week, we are studying Chapters 1 - 3. Ezekiel begins his book by writing a description of the Glory of YHWH. Repetitive and redundant at times, it demonstrates the fear Ezekiel felt in being in the presence of YHWH. After Ezekiel sees the vision, YHWH calls and installs Ezekiel as a watchman for Israel with a dire warning if Ezekiel fails to do as the Lord commands. Please join us this week to work through what we might call the Old Testament 'Office of the Holy Ministry'.
Table Talk – Thursday, Oct. 11th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Lunch will be provided as Pastor Wieting leads a short presentation and discussion on the place of women in the church, from I Timothy 2. This was a heavily requested topic of discussion, so you don't want to miss it!
NOTE: The room is Union Room 346 (take elevator to 3rd floor, follow hallway straight ahead).
Divine Service – Sundays @ 9:00am (also Mondays at 7:00pm)
Luther Memorial Chapel
As always, we warmly invite you to join us for worship to receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament. Vicar Askins will be continuing a Bible study on the theology of the cross in the life of a Christian on a college campus, following Sunday’s Divine Service. Come and bring a friend!
Don't forget about our upcoming Camping Trip to Devil's Lake, October 26-28. Please RSVP a.s.a.p. either on facebook or to Vicar at lmc_vicar@yahoo.com or Rachel at uwm_lsf@yahoo.com.
To get more information on LSF activities, join our facebook group Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
Here's What's On Tap This Week at LMC
Please join us (and bring a friend!) for these upcoming events:
On-Campus Bible Study: Ezekiel
Wednesday, Oct. 3rd @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
The Prophet Ezekiel: A Watchman For Israel
Written to the Jews in captivity in Babylonia and to God's people everywhere, the book of Ezekiel announces God's judgment on Israel and other nations and foretells the eventual salvation of God's people.
Ezekiel was a prophet by God's call. He spoke as God's messenger in the midst of a storm of national defeat that devastated his people. He announced that even Jerusalem would not escape destruction. In addition, during this time Ezekiel had to endure the pain of his wife's death.
Ezekiel spoke against idolaters, abominations in the temple, wicked counselors, evil rulers, false prophets, the unfaithful, and all those who rebelled against the Lord. Sound familiar in today's context? Ezekiel also spoke of the restoration of Israel and an everlasting covenant. Sound familiar?
Please join us for a weekly study of Ezekiel starting this Wednesday at 3:00pm in the UWM Union Room 342 (take elevator to 3rd floor, straight ahead from elevator to hallway) and continuing throughout the semester (same time, same place each week).
Table Talk
Thursday, Oct. 4th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...and "enlightened!"
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Lunch will be provided as Vicar Askins leads a short presentation and discussion on the modern quest for spirituality and what spirituality in this era entails.
NOTE: The room has switched to Union Room 346 (take elevator to 3rd floor, follow hallway straight ahead).
Christ On Campus retreat: Minneapolis
October 19-21
The Great Reversal and Christian Vocation
"You're in the big chair...""
God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus..." (Ephesians 2:4-6). According to St. Paul, because Christ has been raised up from the dead and has ascended into Heaven and is now enthroned at the right hand of the Father, we too are raised up and seated with him by grace.
So now what? How does this mystical and eschatalogical reality impact our lives in the here and now on earth? What shape does this reigning with Christ take?
Join us for Fall Study Weekend at University Lutheran Chapel October 19th through the 21st to find out!
PRESENTER: Rev. Matthew Payne graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, IN, in 1989. He has served in the parish ministry for 18 years. He has served as a campus pastor, and as an adjunct professor at Concordia Univeristy in Irvine, California. Pr. Payne is married to the beautiful and talented Uraina. They enjoy life to the hilt (within the bounds of Christian piety), and can often be found in the hot tub sipping a fine Californian Zin.
If you are interested in attending this Christ on Campus retreat, please RSVP by October 6th. Travel and housing accomodations will be made based upon the number of students attending. Talk with Vicar or Rachel if you have any questions.
Camping at Devil's Lake
October 26-28
More details to follow...
If you are interested in attending this camping trip, please RSVP by October 14th. Talk with Vicar (lmc_vicar@yahoo.com) or Rachel (uwm_lsf@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.
As always, please come and receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament in the Divine Service at Luther Memorial Chapel & University Student Center on Sundays at 9:00am or Mondays at 7:00pm.
On-Campus Bible Study: Ezekiel
Wednesday, Oct. 3rd @ 3:00pm
UWM Union Room 342
The Prophet Ezekiel: A Watchman For Israel
Written to the Jews in captivity in Babylonia and to God's people everywhere, the book of Ezekiel announces God's judgment on Israel and other nations and foretells the eventual salvation of God's people.
Ezekiel was a prophet by God's call. He spoke as God's messenger in the midst of a storm of national defeat that devastated his people. He announced that even Jerusalem would not escape destruction. In addition, during this time Ezekiel had to endure the pain of his wife's death.
Ezekiel spoke against idolaters, abominations in the temple, wicked counselors, evil rulers, false prophets, the unfaithful, and all those who rebelled against the Lord. Sound familiar in today's context? Ezekiel also spoke of the restoration of Israel and an everlasting covenant. Sound familiar?
Please join us for a weekly study of Ezekiel starting this Wednesday at 3:00pm in the UWM Union Room 342 (take elevator to 3rd floor, straight ahead from elevator to hallway) and continuing throughout the semester (same time, same place each week).
Table Talk
Thursday, Oct. 4th @ 12:15pm
UWM Union Room 346
Come hungry and leave happy...and "enlightened!"
Join us (even leave early or arrive late) as your schedule permits. Lunch will be provided as Vicar Askins leads a short presentation and discussion on the modern quest for spirituality and what spirituality in this era entails.
NOTE: The room has switched to Union Room 346 (take elevator to 3rd floor, follow hallway straight ahead).
Christ On Campus retreat: Minneapolis
October 19-21
The Great Reversal and Christian Vocation
"You're in the big chair...""
God, who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ (by grace you have been saved), and raised us up together, and made us sit together in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus..." (Ephesians 2:4-6). According to St. Paul, because Christ has been raised up from the dead and has ascended into Heaven and is now enthroned at the right hand of the Father, we too are raised up and seated with him by grace.
So now what? How does this mystical and eschatalogical reality impact our lives in the here and now on earth? What shape does this reigning with Christ take?
Join us for Fall Study Weekend at University Lutheran Chapel October 19th through the 21st to find out!
PRESENTER: Rev. Matthew Payne graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, IN, in 1989. He has served in the parish ministry for 18 years. He has served as a campus pastor, and as an adjunct professor at Concordia Univeristy in Irvine, California. Pr. Payne is married to the beautiful and talented Uraina. They enjoy life to the hilt (within the bounds of Christian piety), and can often be found in the hot tub sipping a fine Californian Zin.
If you are interested in attending this Christ on Campus retreat, please RSVP by October 6th. Travel and housing accomodations will be made based upon the number of students attending. Talk with Vicar or Rachel if you have any questions.
Camping at Devil's Lake
October 26-28
More details to follow...
If you are interested in attending this camping trip, please RSVP by October 14th. Talk with Vicar (lmc_vicar@yahoo.com) or Rachel (uwm_lsf@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.
As always, please come and receive the gifts Christ freely gives to us through His Word and Sacrament in the Divine Service at Luther Memorial Chapel & University Student Center on Sundays at 9:00am or Mondays at 7:00pm.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Looking for something to do this weekend?
Well, are you? If so, LSF's got you covered!
FRIDAY, 9/28 ~ Join us for MOVIE NIGHT @ USC this Friday starting at 6:00pm in the Student Center (at Luther Memorial Chapel, entrance located on Shorewood Blvd). Vicar Askins will be showing off his culinary skills as he prepares cannelloni for dinner...mmmm, yum! Movie(s) to follow. If you have a favorite movie to share, bring it! All movies are subject to Vicar's discretion.
SATURDAY, 9/29 ~ Put on your spikes and warm up your bat and glove for a game of SOFTBALL @ LAKE PARK. Game time is 2:00pm with a good old-fashioned cookout to follow. Lake Park is located on Milwaukee's East Side at Lake Dr and Newberry Blvd. To get to the softball diamond, turn left from Newberry Blvd past the Lake Park Bistro sign and follow the dead end road. Diamond is on your left. If you don't have a bat or glove, Rachel has a couple extra to share. Come and bring a friend!
SUNDAY, 9/30 ~ Come and receive the gifts Christ freely gives in the DIVINE SERVICE at 9:00am at Luther Memorial Chapel. Vicar Askins will be continuing a BIBLE STUDY on the theology of the cross in the life of a Christian on a college campus, following the Divine Service. Come and bring a friend!
To get the most up-to-date updates on events and activities, join our facebook group, Lutheran Student Fellowship @ UW-Milwaukee.
Thursday, September 20, 2007
Week of 9/24 to 9/30
Greetings in the Lord Jesus Christ!
Events for the upcoming week:
Table Talk - Monday 9 / 24 at 8:30 room 147
Table Talk - Wednesday 9 / 26 at 12:00 pm room 181
A free meal will accompany each of the Table Talks. Discussions will focus on the modern quest for spirituality and what spirituality in this era entails.
Movie Night - 9 / 28 - Movie night - Vicar is cooking Cannelloni - please register on facebook so he can have an accurate count. Please bring movies for watching also. Subject to the Vicar's discretion.
Divine Service - Sunday 9 / 30 at 9:00am
The Lord's Blessings on you week.
Events for the upcoming week:
Table Talk - Monday 9 / 24 at 8:30 room 147
Table Talk - Wednesday 9 / 26 at 12:00 pm room 181
A free meal will accompany each of the Table Talks. Discussions will focus on the modern quest for spirituality and what spirituality in this era entails.
Movie Night - 9 / 28 - Movie night - Vicar is cooking Cannelloni - please register on facebook so he can have an accurate count. Please bring movies for watching also. Subject to the Vicar's discretion.
Divine Service - Sunday 9 / 30 at 9:00am
The Lord's Blessings on you week.
Week of 9/17 to 9/23
Greetings!
This Week there was an LSF meeting on the 17th. For the meeting minutes, please shoot an email off to the LSF email address. uwm_lsf@yahoo.com
We will also be camping at Kohler - Andrae this weekend from Friday 9 - 21 to Sunday 9 - 23. We will be coming back for the Divine Service on Sunday, but Bible Class will be back at Kohler Andrae for those who weren't able to be there for the whole weekend.
I also said I would post possible options for Bible Study as well as possible dates. Please check the LSF facebook group for these options. They should be up by Monday afternoon. As far as a book of the Bible for study, I am thinking either Ezekiel or Matthew, times are TBA.
The Lord's Blessings on your week.
This Week there was an LSF meeting on the 17th. For the meeting minutes, please shoot an email off to the LSF email address. uwm_lsf@yahoo.com
We will also be camping at Kohler - Andrae this weekend from Friday 9 - 21 to Sunday 9 - 23. We will be coming back for the Divine Service on Sunday, but Bible Class will be back at Kohler Andrae for those who weren't able to be there for the whole weekend.
I also said I would post possible options for Bible Study as well as possible dates. Please check the LSF facebook group for these options. They should be up by Monday afternoon. As far as a book of the Bible for study, I am thinking either Ezekiel or Matthew, times are TBA.
The Lord's Blessings on your week.
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Notes from Sunday's Bible Study
For those who missed today's study, or, a summarization for those who were there...
THE THEOLOGY OF THE CROSS
The texts:
Luke 3:21-4:13; Mark 1:9-13; Matthew 3:13-4:17
To fulfill all righteousness
Why was it necessary for Christ to be baptized? Christ said it was necessary to fulfill all righteousness. He was baptized a) to be like us in every way, b) that our sins, in Baptism, might be transferred to Him. Hence in this baptism, all sins are given to Him, fulfilling all righteousness. See Luther’s Flood Prayer in LSB pp. 268-269.
My Beloved Son
What is the importance of Jesus being declared God’s Beloved Son? In each of the temptations following, Satan tempts Jesus to doubt that God made this declaration regarding Jesus. Secondly, in other passages, such as the sacrifice of Isaac and Hebrews 12:3-11, demonstrate that it is the beloved son who endures the cross and suffering, and Christ is He who hung on the cross for our redemption.
Jesus and Israel / Adam
Numerous parallels between Jesus and Israel, as well as Jesus and Adam, exist in the Baptismal accounts. For instance, Jesus fasted in the wilderness 40 days and nights, Israel was in exile in the wilderness 40 years. Jesus fasted and was hungry, Israel complained in the wilderness constantly because of their hunger. Luke emphasizes the connection between Jesus and Adam. Hence, Luke places his genealogy between the Baptism and the temptation. Both Adam and Jesus are called the son of God. The first temptation involves eating, a temptation Adam failed in the Garden of Eden, but Christ overcame in the wilderness. See also Romans 5:12-21 for more on the parallels between Christ and Adam.
What does it matter that these parallels exist? They matter because Jesus is fulfilling all that was written about Him in the Law and Prophets (Old Testament). They matter because they demonstrate that where humanity was defeated by Satan, Christ by the Word of God overcomes.
The First Temptation
What is the first temptation about? a) If Jesus did turn the stones into bread, He would be taking up powers He willingly laid aside in order to redeem humanity. b) A temptation to doubt the Word of God at Jesus’ baptism, for Satan asks, “If you are the Son of God.” c) A temptation to doubt God’s testing of Jesus through temptation.
A crucial distinction: In class, I forgot to make the distinction between testing and tempting. God tempts no one, as we say in the meaning to the 6th petition. God however does test and discipline His children. Since Jesus was not a sinner and therefore not in need of discipline, God must have been testing Jesus. It was the Father’s will for Jesus to be tested. So also for His children through Baptism, that we be tested as is seen in the reading from Hebrews 12:3-11. This is ultimately a source of comfort and hope for us His children.
[In Deut. 8:1-6 we get some more of the background for the quote Jesus uses. ...]
The Second Temptation
Satan abuses the Scriptures in this temptation. Satan does know God’s Word. He knows God’s Word and by twisting God’s Word tempts Christians to doubt what God has said. Note again that Satan asks Jesus, “If you are the Son of God.” He tempts Jesus to doubt the proclamation of God as Jesus’ Baptism. In this way he also tempts us to doubt the gifts given to us, among which is adoption as God’s children, through Baptism.
Satan misinterprets the Psalm, tempting Jesus to interpret Psalm 91 as a theologian of glory might. In other words, Satan tempts Jesus to think, “Because I’m God’s Son, nothing bad should happen to me.” Christ uses the quotation against Satan, for Christ realizes that in the weakness and death on the cross, God brings the salvation promised in Psalm 91, a salvation that brings eternal life in the shelter of the Almighty.
The Third Temptation
Satan tempts Jesus to a) take what Satan has not right to give. In the same way Satan tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, to take what Satan had no right to give. b) This temptation is also an implicit denial of the Word of God spoken at Jesus’ Baptism. Satan says, “All this I will give you.” In truth, all of it already belongs to Jesus, for Jesus is both God and Man. He is the second person of the Trinity. c) Finally all worship belongs to God alone, and no created being is worthy of worship.
In the end, one can see all three temptations are temptations to a) doubt the Word of God spoken over His children at their Baptism, b) have other gods rather than the one saving redeeming God, who is revealed in Christ Jesus, c) temptations for Jesus to take up His divine power He willingly laid aside during His humiliation in order that He might redeem humanity.
Jesus, Just an Example?
Does Christ’s example overcoming of these temptations give us just a good example of how to overcome temptation or do they serve another purpose too? Jesus is a good example. Quoting Scripture back to Satan is how Jesus overcomes Him and so we also should follow His example as best we are able. Ultimately we are incapable of such a feat. We cannot know enough Scripture to always turn aside every temptation Satan throws our way. We cannot overcome every temptation. Thus Jesus is more than just a good example. He is the one who stands where sinners stood, in the waters of Baptism, and now conquers every temptation thrown at Him. He is the conqueror and vanquisher of Satan. This is why the temptations are included for our learning.
What Does This Have to Do with the Theology of the Cross?
The Bible class for today may have seemed like a wild adventure off the topic of the theology of the cross. The theology of the cross is intimately tied to Baptism and subsequently to the suffering born under the cross, which includes temptations, testing, discipline and more. Baptism places the Christian in opposition to the Satan, the world and the sinful flesh. Baptism is entry gate in the difficult life of the Christian. It also demonstrates that Christ, the Son of God, still underwent the trials and temptations we face today. He is like us in every way, except without sin. This then is a source of comfort for us, that in the weakness of suffering found under the cross, God works in us to accomplish His purpose. Our claim to victory: the name placed upon us at Baptism, “Father, Son and Holy Ghost,” thereby making us heirs unto eternal life.
THE THEOLOGY OF THE CROSS
The texts:
Luke 3:21-4:13; Mark 1:9-13; Matthew 3:13-4:17
To fulfill all righteousness
Why was it necessary for Christ to be baptized? Christ said it was necessary to fulfill all righteousness. He was baptized a) to be like us in every way, b) that our sins, in Baptism, might be transferred to Him. Hence in this baptism, all sins are given to Him, fulfilling all righteousness. See Luther’s Flood Prayer in LSB pp. 268-269.
My Beloved Son
What is the importance of Jesus being declared God’s Beloved Son? In each of the temptations following, Satan tempts Jesus to doubt that God made this declaration regarding Jesus. Secondly, in other passages, such as the sacrifice of Isaac and Hebrews 12:3-11, demonstrate that it is the beloved son who endures the cross and suffering, and Christ is He who hung on the cross for our redemption.
Jesus and Israel / Adam
Numerous parallels between Jesus and Israel, as well as Jesus and Adam, exist in the Baptismal accounts. For instance, Jesus fasted in the wilderness 40 days and nights, Israel was in exile in the wilderness 40 years. Jesus fasted and was hungry, Israel complained in the wilderness constantly because of their hunger. Luke emphasizes the connection between Jesus and Adam. Hence, Luke places his genealogy between the Baptism and the temptation. Both Adam and Jesus are called the son of God. The first temptation involves eating, a temptation Adam failed in the Garden of Eden, but Christ overcame in the wilderness. See also Romans 5:12-21 for more on the parallels between Christ and Adam.
What does it matter that these parallels exist? They matter because Jesus is fulfilling all that was written about Him in the Law and Prophets (Old Testament). They matter because they demonstrate that where humanity was defeated by Satan, Christ by the Word of God overcomes.
The First Temptation
What is the first temptation about? a) If Jesus did turn the stones into bread, He would be taking up powers He willingly laid aside in order to redeem humanity. b) A temptation to doubt the Word of God at Jesus’ baptism, for Satan asks, “If you are the Son of God.” c) A temptation to doubt God’s testing of Jesus through temptation.
A crucial distinction: In class, I forgot to make the distinction between testing and tempting. God tempts no one, as we say in the meaning to the 6th petition. God however does test and discipline His children. Since Jesus was not a sinner and therefore not in need of discipline, God must have been testing Jesus. It was the Father’s will for Jesus to be tested. So also for His children through Baptism, that we be tested as is seen in the reading from Hebrews 12:3-11. This is ultimately a source of comfort and hope for us His children.
[In Deut. 8:1-6 we get some more of the background for the quote Jesus uses. ...]
The Second Temptation
Satan abuses the Scriptures in this temptation. Satan does know God’s Word. He knows God’s Word and by twisting God’s Word tempts Christians to doubt what God has said. Note again that Satan asks Jesus, “If you are the Son of God.” He tempts Jesus to doubt the proclamation of God as Jesus’ Baptism. In this way he also tempts us to doubt the gifts given to us, among which is adoption as God’s children, through Baptism.
Satan misinterprets the Psalm, tempting Jesus to interpret Psalm 91 as a theologian of glory might. In other words, Satan tempts Jesus to think, “Because I’m God’s Son, nothing bad should happen to me.” Christ uses the quotation against Satan, for Christ realizes that in the weakness and death on the cross, God brings the salvation promised in Psalm 91, a salvation that brings eternal life in the shelter of the Almighty.
The Third Temptation
Satan tempts Jesus to a) take what Satan has not right to give. In the same way Satan tempted Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, to take what Satan had no right to give. b) This temptation is also an implicit denial of the Word of God spoken at Jesus’ Baptism. Satan says, “All this I will give you.” In truth, all of it already belongs to Jesus, for Jesus is both God and Man. He is the second person of the Trinity. c) Finally all worship belongs to God alone, and no created being is worthy of worship.
In the end, one can see all three temptations are temptations to a) doubt the Word of God spoken over His children at their Baptism, b) have other gods rather than the one saving redeeming God, who is revealed in Christ Jesus, c) temptations for Jesus to take up His divine power He willingly laid aside during His humiliation in order that He might redeem humanity.
Jesus, Just an Example?
Does Christ’s example overcoming of these temptations give us just a good example of how to overcome temptation or do they serve another purpose too? Jesus is a good example. Quoting Scripture back to Satan is how Jesus overcomes Him and so we also should follow His example as best we are able. Ultimately we are incapable of such a feat. We cannot know enough Scripture to always turn aside every temptation Satan throws our way. We cannot overcome every temptation. Thus Jesus is more than just a good example. He is the one who stands where sinners stood, in the waters of Baptism, and now conquers every temptation thrown at Him. He is the conqueror and vanquisher of Satan. This is why the temptations are included for our learning.
What Does This Have to Do with the Theology of the Cross?
The Bible class for today may have seemed like a wild adventure off the topic of the theology of the cross. The theology of the cross is intimately tied to Baptism and subsequently to the suffering born under the cross, which includes temptations, testing, discipline and more. Baptism places the Christian in opposition to the Satan, the world and the sinful flesh. Baptism is entry gate in the difficult life of the Christian. It also demonstrates that Christ, the Son of God, still underwent the trials and temptations we face today. He is like us in every way, except without sin. This then is a source of comfort for us, that in the weakness of suffering found under the cross, God works in us to accomplish His purpose. Our claim to victory: the name placed upon us at Baptism, “Father, Son and Holy Ghost,” thereby making us heirs unto eternal life.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Week 9/10 - 9/16
9/12 - Table in Student Union 11 am - 2 pm. Please feel free to stop in
9/13 - Table in Student Union 11 am - 2 pm.
9/15 - Softball in Lake Park from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
9/16 - Divine Service and Bible Class
In Bible Class, we will be discussing how and why Baptism signals the entry of the New Man into the life of suffering, the life of the Christian. The texts for discussion will center around Christ's Baptism in the Gospels (Mat. 3:13 - 4:11; Mark 1:9-13; Luke 3:21-22, 4:1-13). Romans 6:1-18 will also be discussed time permitting.
Please also come with your calendars so that after Bible Class we can discuss times for Table Talk, a Bible Study time on Campus, and the camping trips, times and dates as well as who needs to bring what.
Thanks, Vicar
9/13 - Table in Student Union 11 am - 2 pm.
9/15 - Softball in Lake Park from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
9/16 - Divine Service and Bible Class
In Bible Class, we will be discussing how and why Baptism signals the entry of the New Man into the life of suffering, the life of the Christian. The texts for discussion will center around Christ's Baptism in the Gospels (Mat. 3:13 - 4:11; Mark 1:9-13; Luke 3:21-22, 4:1-13). Romans 6:1-18 will also be discussed time permitting.
Please also come with your calendars so that after Bible Class we can discuss times for Table Talk, a Bible Study time on Campus, and the camping trips, times and dates as well as who needs to bring what.
Thanks, Vicar
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Week of 9/2-9/9
9/4 - UWM First Day of Classes
9/5 - Join us for Matins, a morning prayer service, beginning at 7:00am. Afterwards, we will be hosting a table in the UWM Union from 8-12:00pm. Please stop by and say hello between classes!
9/6 - We will be hosting a table again in the UWM Union from 8-10:00am. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged.
9/9 - Our annual Fall kick-off event, the Meet/Greet/Eat, will take place after the 9:00am Divine Service. Join us for fellowship, a free lunch, and the introduction to the semester's first Sunday morning Bible study on the Theology of the Cross and Christian suffering as it pertains to college students.
9/5 - Join us for Matins, a morning prayer service, beginning at 7:00am. Afterwards, we will be hosting a table in the UWM Union from 8-12:00pm. Please stop by and say hello between classes!
9/6 - We will be hosting a table again in the UWM Union from 8-10:00am. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged.
9/9 - Our annual Fall kick-off event, the Meet/Greet/Eat, will take place after the 9:00am Divine Service. Join us for fellowship, a free lunch, and the introduction to the semester's first Sunday morning Bible study on the Theology of the Cross and Christian suffering as it pertains to college students.
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Week of 7/15-7/22
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: Incarnation of the Son of God
Wednesday, July 18 - 7 PM
We begin to study the second article of the Apostle's Creed, examining the account of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Luke 1:26-38.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study. (Enter through the door marked "University Student Center" on Shorewood Blvd.)
DINNER this week will be at William Ho's restaurant, located at 3524 N Oakland Avenue, at 6 PM. When you RSVP, please leave a comment on if you'll be coming to dinner also.
Wednesday, July 18 - 7 PM
We begin to study the second article of the Apostle's Creed, examining the account of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Luke 1:26-38.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study. (Enter through the door marked "University Student Center" on Shorewood Blvd.)
DINNER this week will be at William Ho's restaurant, located at 3524 N Oakland Avenue, at 6 PM. When you RSVP, please leave a comment on if you'll be coming to dinner also.
Monday, July 09, 2007
Week of 7/8-7/15
Bible/Catechism Study: Man and the Fall
Creed:Article 1 (Part 2)
We'll continue to study the first article of the Apostle's Creed, and look at the Bible account of the Fall into Sin, Genesis 2 and 3.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Creed:Article 1 (Part 2)
We'll continue to study the first article of the Apostle's Creed, and look at the Bible account of the Fall into Sin, Genesis 2 and 3.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Saturday, June 09, 2007
Week of 6/10-6/17
Christ on Campus Conference
The Christ on Campus staff conference, held June 5-7 at Luther Memorial, was a great success! The speakers were informative and all participants enjoyed sharing ideas about campus work of our church body. Thanks to Pastor Marcus Zill, the Higher Things campus ministry executive, for leading the conference. Thanks also to the members of the Luther Memorial parish who helped to host the conference.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, June 13 - 7 PM
Join us as we begin to look at the Apostle's Creed and study Genesis 1:1-2:7. RSVP on www.facebook.com at our group Lutheran Student Fellowship at UW-Milwaukee.
Concordia Catechetical Academy Symposium
If you're able, consider attending the Concordia Catechetical Academy Symposium in Sussex on June 20-22. For more information, http://www.peacesussex.org/CCA/sympos07.html
The Christ on Campus staff conference, held June 5-7 at Luther Memorial, was a great success! The speakers were informative and all participants enjoyed sharing ideas about campus work of our church body. Thanks to Pastor Marcus Zill, the Higher Things campus ministry executive, for leading the conference. Thanks also to the members of the Luther Memorial parish who helped to host the conference.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, June 13 - 7 PM
Join us as we begin to look at the Apostle's Creed and study Genesis 1:1-2:7. RSVP on www.facebook.com at our group Lutheran Student Fellowship at UW-Milwaukee.
Concordia Catechetical Academy Symposium
If you're able, consider attending the Concordia Catechetical Academy Symposium in Sussex on June 20-22. For more information, http://www.peacesussex.org/CCA/sympos07.html
Saturday, May 19, 2007
Week of 5/20-5/27
The Theology of the Cross in the Hymns of Paul Gerhardt
This study of Paul Gerhardt's hymns will be our topic for Sundays, May 20 and 27. This year is the 400th anniversary of the birth of one of the greatest hymn writers of the Lutheran church. We will listen to some musical examples and sing some of Gerhardt's hymns as we examine the hymn texts. Please join us at 10:30 AM!
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: The Second Table of the Law (Part 1)
This Wednesday, May 23, we will study Matthew 5:17-48, "Christ Fulfills the Law" and commandments 4-8 from Luther's Small Catechism.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
(If a different day/time works better for you, please let us know.)
This study of Paul Gerhardt's hymns will be our topic for Sundays, May 20 and 27. This year is the 400th anniversary of the birth of one of the greatest hymn writers of the Lutheran church. We will listen to some musical examples and sing some of Gerhardt's hymns as we examine the hymn texts. Please join us at 10:30 AM!
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: The Second Table of the Law (Part 1)
This Wednesday, May 23, we will study Matthew 5:17-48, "Christ Fulfills the Law" and commandments 4-8 from Luther's Small Catechism.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
(If a different day/time works better for you, please let us know.)
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Week of 5/13-5/20
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: Commandments 1-3
Wednesday, May 16 - 7 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
This week we examine the account of the Rich Man and Lazarus, Luke 16:19-31. Who is God? Who was the god of the rich man? We'll begin looking at the Ten Commandments, particularly commandments 1-3. We'll also have a few quotes from the Large Catechism and look at Luther's catechism hymn "These Are the Holy Ten Commands" (LSB 581).
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Ascension Day: May 17
Divine Service - 6:30 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
One of the most important (and most overlooked) festivals of the church is Ascension Day, 40 days after Easter when we remember Jesus' Ascension to heaven. We celebrate His presence for us at the right hand of Our Father, where He continually intercedes on our behalf. Join us as we celebrate this important feast day with the Divine Service this Thursday, May 17 at 6:30 P.M. An ice cream social will follow in the Parish Hall.
Summer Plans
If you'll be around for the summer, please join us for activities at Luther Memorial Chapel. Keep watching this blog or our group on www.facebook.com for more activities as they come up. Our regular activities include the Divine Service on Sunday at 9 and Monday at 7 PM; Matins on Tuesday at 9 AM.
Wednesday, May 16 - 7 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
This week we examine the account of the Rich Man and Lazarus, Luke 16:19-31. Who is God? Who was the god of the rich man? We'll begin looking at the Ten Commandments, particularly commandments 1-3. We'll also have a few quotes from the Large Catechism and look at Luther's catechism hymn "These Are the Holy Ten Commands" (LSB 581).
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Ascension Day: May 17
Divine Service - 6:30 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
One of the most important (and most overlooked) festivals of the church is Ascension Day, 40 days after Easter when we remember Jesus' Ascension to heaven. We celebrate His presence for us at the right hand of Our Father, where He continually intercedes on our behalf. Join us as we celebrate this important feast day with the Divine Service this Thursday, May 17 at 6:30 P.M. An ice cream social will follow in the Parish Hall.
Summer Plans
If you'll be around for the summer, please join us for activities at Luther Memorial Chapel. Keep watching this blog or our group on www.facebook.com for more activities as they come up. Our regular activities include the Divine Service on Sunday at 9 and Monday at 7 PM; Matins on Tuesday at 9 AM.
Sunday, May 06, 2007
Week of 5/6-5/13
Table Talk: The Bible in Context
Wednesday, May 9 - 8:30 AM - UWM Union 147
Have you ever encountered Bible passages that are difficult to understand? What are some practices that we can use to help us understand the Bible without coming up with the wrong interpretation? Join us as we look at some ways to understand difficult and commonly misunderstood Bible verses.
TABLE TALK is an informal study/discussion, with a brief presentation and opportunity to ask questions and discuss Lutheran teaching and practice. We meet each Wednesday at 8:30 AM through May 16 in UWM Union Room 147
LSF Table in UWM Student Union
Wednesday, May 9 - 1-3 PM
We are in need of students to host the table in the student union to let UWM students know about the presence of the Lutheran church on campus and the activities we do. Please stop by the table if you can help out.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: What is Catechesis?
Wednesday, May 9 - 7 PM - Student Center at LMC
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Wednesday, May 9 - 8:30 AM - UWM Union 147
Have you ever encountered Bible passages that are difficult to understand? What are some practices that we can use to help us understand the Bible without coming up with the wrong interpretation? Join us as we look at some ways to understand difficult and commonly misunderstood Bible verses.
TABLE TALK is an informal study/discussion, with a brief presentation and opportunity to ask questions and discuss Lutheran teaching and practice. We meet each Wednesday at 8:30 AM through May 16 in UWM Union Room 147
LSF Table in UWM Student Union
Wednesday, May 9 - 1-3 PM
We are in need of students to host the table in the student union to let UWM students know about the presence of the Lutheran church on campus and the activities we do. Please stop by the table if you can help out.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study: What is Catechesis?
Wednesday, May 9 - 7 PM - Student Center at LMC
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Week of 4/29-5/6
Hooray for Camping! Spring Edition
After the flooding rains on Friday, we had an excellent Friday evening and Saturday camping at Kohler Andrae State Park in Sheboygan. If you couldn't come this time, watch for more "Hooray for Camping!" events in the future.
Sunday Bible Study on Psalms Continues
We continue our study of the Book of Psalms each Sunday at 10:30 AM in the Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel. Join us as we see how the Psalms tell us about our history, teach us to pray, and point us to Christ.
Table Talk: What About Pastors?
Wednesday, May 2 - 8:30 AM - UWM Union Room 147
Sometimes there is a perceived tension between the Priesthood of All Believers (all Christians) and the Office of the Holy Ministry (pastors). We'll discuss how Christ gave the office of pastors to bestow His gifts and continue His presence, and some foundational Scriptural texts.
TABLE TALK is an informal study/discussion, with a brief presentation and opportunity to ask questions and discuss Lutheran teaching and practice. We meet each Wednesday at 8:30 AM through May 16 in UWM Union Room 147.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, May 2, 7 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
We will study Luke 24:13-49, "Jesus Appears to the Disciples on the Road to Emmaus" and see how Jesus makes Himself known to His people in the Sacrament of the Altar. We will study "Who receives the Sacrament worthily" from Luther's Small Catechism.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Potluck in Honor of University Students
Join us after the Divine Service (9:00 AM) and Bible Study (10:30 AM) on Sunday, May 6 for a potluck (11:30 AM) in honor of all university students. Students who regularly attend Monday night are encouraged to join us as well, to meet some of the members and students from the Sunday morning group.
Union Table
Thanks to those who have helped host tables in the student union. We need more help! Please come on Wednesday, May 9 from 1-3 PM in the UWM union and join us for presenting information about Luther Memorial and Lutheran campus ministry to the UWM campus.
After the flooding rains on Friday, we had an excellent Friday evening and Saturday camping at Kohler Andrae State Park in Sheboygan. If you couldn't come this time, watch for more "Hooray for Camping!" events in the future.
Sunday Bible Study on Psalms Continues
We continue our study of the Book of Psalms each Sunday at 10:30 AM in the Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel. Join us as we see how the Psalms tell us about our history, teach us to pray, and point us to Christ.
Table Talk: What About Pastors?
Wednesday, May 2 - 8:30 AM - UWM Union Room 147
Sometimes there is a perceived tension between the Priesthood of All Believers (all Christians) and the Office of the Holy Ministry (pastors). We'll discuss how Christ gave the office of pastors to bestow His gifts and continue His presence, and some foundational Scriptural texts.
TABLE TALK is an informal study/discussion, with a brief presentation and opportunity to ask questions and discuss Lutheran teaching and practice. We meet each Wednesday at 8:30 AM through May 16 in UWM Union Room 147.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, May 2, 7 PM - Luther Memorial Chapel
We will study Luke 24:13-49, "Jesus Appears to the Disciples on the Road to Emmaus" and see how Jesus makes Himself known to His people in the Sacrament of the Altar. We will study "Who receives the Sacrament worthily" from Luther's Small Catechism.
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Potluck in Honor of University Students
Join us after the Divine Service (9:00 AM) and Bible Study (10:30 AM) on Sunday, May 6 for a potluck (11:30 AM) in honor of all university students. Students who regularly attend Monday night are encouraged to join us as well, to meet some of the members and students from the Sunday morning group.
Union Table
Thanks to those who have helped host tables in the student union. We need more help! Please come on Wednesday, May 9 from 1-3 PM in the UWM union and join us for presenting information about Luther Memorial and Lutheran campus ministry to the UWM campus.
Monday, April 23, 2007
Week of 4/22-4/29
Virginia Tech Responses
More responses to the Virginia Tech tragedy can be accessed at http://higherthings.org/campus/resources/vatech.html
Table Talk
Wednesday, April 25 - 8:30 AM at UWM Union Room 147
A fundamental teaching to understanding Scripture is the distinction of Law and Gospel. We will look at the Formula of Concord Article V and quotes from C.F.W. Walther's "The Proper Distinction Between Law and Gospel" to see how this teaching is essential in hearing Christian preaching and in reading of the Bible. Come and enjoy free food and discussion.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, April 25 - 7 PM at Luther Memorial Chapel
This week, we'll study John 6:1-15, 25-59, "The Feeding of the Five Thousand" and the sixth chief part of Luther's Small Catechism on the Sacrament of the Altar, especially "What is the benefit of this eating and drinking?"Even if you can't join us for the study, consider using this passage and catechism section in your daily prayer this week. Our study will also include Luther's hymn "Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands" (LSB 458).
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Hooray for Camping! Spring Edition
Thursday, April 26 to Sunday, April 29
Join us for camping this Thursday evening-Sunday morning at Kohler Andrae State Park. Join us for all or any portion of the weekend as you are able!
Mark Your Calendars: Christ on Campus Conference, June 5-7
Luther Memorial Chapel will be hosting the national Christ on Campus Conference here at church this June. This is a great opportunity for all pastors, student leaders, and laypeople interested in Lutheran campus work. Please mark your calendars to join us.
Join our facebook group:
Lutheran Student Fellowship at UW-Milwaukee
More responses to the Virginia Tech tragedy can be accessed at http://higherthings.org/campus/resources/vatech.html
Table Talk
Wednesday, April 25 - 8:30 AM at UWM Union Room 147
A fundamental teaching to understanding Scripture is the distinction of Law and Gospel. We will look at the Formula of Concord Article V and quotes from C.F.W. Walther's "The Proper Distinction Between Law and Gospel" to see how this teaching is essential in hearing Christian preaching and in reading of the Bible. Come and enjoy free food and discussion.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
Wednesday, April 25 - 7 PM at Luther Memorial Chapel
This week, we'll study John 6:1-15, 25-59, "The Feeding of the Five Thousand" and the sixth chief part of Luther's Small Catechism on the Sacrament of the Altar, especially "What is the benefit of this eating and drinking?"Even if you can't join us for the study, consider using this passage and catechism section in your daily prayer this week. Our study will also include Luther's hymn "Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands" (LSB 458).
The LSF BIBLE/CATECHISM STUDY examines a portion of the Bible and its application to Luther's Small Catechism, to encourage Bible study and catechism review. We meet each Wednesday at 7 PM for Vespers at Luther Memorial Chapel and then move to the student center for the study.
Hooray for Camping! Spring Edition
Thursday, April 26 to Sunday, April 29
Join us for camping this Thursday evening-Sunday morning at Kohler Andrae State Park. Join us for all or any portion of the weekend as you are able!
Mark Your Calendars: Christ on Campus Conference, June 5-7
Luther Memorial Chapel will be hosting the national Christ on Campus Conference here at church this June. This is a great opportunity for all pastors, student leaders, and laypeople interested in Lutheran campus work. Please mark your calendars to join us.
Join our facebook group:
Lutheran Student Fellowship at UW-Milwaukee
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Virginia Tech Responses
There is good deal of junk and poor responses out there today regarding the tragedy at Virginia Tech on Monday.
But there have been some good responses also.
Concordia Theological Seminary has a fine, concise, and helpful response on their home page: www.ctsfw.edu
Issues, Etc. has a radio interview archived under April 17 by two campus pastors: Rev. Marcus Zill (Laramie, WY) and Rev. Eric Andrae (Pittsburgh). This gives a helpful Lutheran response: http://kfuo.org/ie_main.htm
But there have been some good responses also.
Concordia Theological Seminary has a fine, concise, and helpful response on their home page: www.ctsfw.edu
Issues, Etc. has a radio interview archived under April 17 by two campus pastors: Rev. Marcus Zill (Laramie, WY) and Rev. Eric Andrae (Pittsburgh). This gives a helpful Lutheran response: http://kfuo.org/ie_main.htm
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Week of 4/15-4/22
Doubting Thomas (Second Sunday of Easter)
The Gospel account for this Sunday (John 20:19-31) is the story of Jesus' two appearances to His disciples. Jesus continues His presence with His people as He institutes the Office of the Holy Ministry and gives the first pastors the charge to administer His forgiveness through the Sacrament of Absolution. In this way, Jesus continues to strengthen faith in Him so we can confess with Thomas: "My Lord and my God!"
Psalms Bible Study
This Sunday, April 15, we are looking at Psalms on Suffering, Guilt, and Repentance. Join us each week at 10:30 AM.
"Play Ball": Softball in Lake Park
Join us after Bible Study this Sunday for softball in Lake Park starting around noon.
Adult Instruction and Refreshment
Everyone is welcome to attend the Adult Instruction and Refreshment after the Monday Divine Service.
Table Talk
This week, we will look at how the festival and season of Easter came about and the practices connected with it. Join us on Wednesdays at 8:30 AM in UWM Union Room 147 for free breakfast and discussion!
Bible/Catechism Study
This Wednesday, April 18, we will study Exodus 12:1-14, "The Passover," and the first question on the Sacrament of the Altar: "What is the Sacrament of the Altar?" We'll meet in the church for Vespers at 7 and then continue with the study in the Student Center. Everyone is welcome to join us.
LSF Regular Meeting
Our regular monthly meeting will be this Wednesday, April 18, at 8 PM in the University Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel, following the Bible Study at 7.
Luther Appreciation Night
On Thursday, April 19, we'll meet again for Lutheran beverages and discussion of the Large Catechism on the Sacrament of the Altar. Usually we meet at the Old German Beer Hall downtown. Stay tuned for possible change in venue.
Concordia Bioethics Institute Conference: Saturday, April 21
Please consider attending this institute that will examine some crucial issues in today's society regarding human life: http://www.cuw.edu/Academics/institutes/bioethics/index.html
The Gospel account for this Sunday (John 20:19-31) is the story of Jesus' two appearances to His disciples. Jesus continues His presence with His people as He institutes the Office of the Holy Ministry and gives the first pastors the charge to administer His forgiveness through the Sacrament of Absolution. In this way, Jesus continues to strengthen faith in Him so we can confess with Thomas: "My Lord and my God!"
Psalms Bible Study
This Sunday, April 15, we are looking at Psalms on Suffering, Guilt, and Repentance. Join us each week at 10:30 AM.
"Play Ball": Softball in Lake Park
Join us after Bible Study this Sunday for softball in Lake Park starting around noon.
Adult Instruction and Refreshment
Everyone is welcome to attend the Adult Instruction and Refreshment after the Monday Divine Service.
Table Talk
This week, we will look at how the festival and season of Easter came about and the practices connected with it. Join us on Wednesdays at 8:30 AM in UWM Union Room 147 for free breakfast and discussion!
Bible/Catechism Study
This Wednesday, April 18, we will study Exodus 12:1-14, "The Passover," and the first question on the Sacrament of the Altar: "What is the Sacrament of the Altar?" We'll meet in the church for Vespers at 7 and then continue with the study in the Student Center. Everyone is welcome to join us.
LSF Regular Meeting
Our regular monthly meeting will be this Wednesday, April 18, at 8 PM in the University Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel, following the Bible Study at 7.
Luther Appreciation Night
On Thursday, April 19, we'll meet again for Lutheran beverages and discussion of the Large Catechism on the Sacrament of the Altar. Usually we meet at the Old German Beer Hall downtown. Stay tuned for possible change in venue.
Concordia Bioethics Institute Conference: Saturday, April 21
Please consider attending this institute that will examine some crucial issues in today's society regarding human life: http://www.cuw.edu/Academics/institutes/bioethics/index.html
Saturday, April 07, 2007
Week of 4/8-4/15
The Resurrection of Our Lord
Easter is the day all Sundays and festivals of the church year center upon. We give thanks for Christ's victorious resurrection over death and the grave. The Easter Vigil will be celebrated at 5:55 AM. The Divine Service is at 9 AM.
Easter Monday
The Feast of Easter continues as we celebrate the Divine Service for Easter Monday at 7 PM. This is not just a repeat of the Easter Divine Service but will have its own readings, hymns, and homily. Please join us to continue the celebration of Easter.
Easter Choral Vespers
The Kantorei of Concordia Theological Seminary will present Easter Choral Vespers on Thursday, April 12, at 7 PM at Luther Memorial. Join us for this special celebration of Easter music. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
University Students host Coffee Hour
On Sunday, April 15, the university students will host coffee hour for the congregation. Please help if you are able.
No Bible/Catechism Study or Table Talk this week
Vicar will be out of town at the South Wisconsin District LCMS Pastor's Conference on Tuesday-Thursday. None of our regularly-scheduled activities will happen this week, including Table Talk and the Bible/Catechism Study on April 11. We'll resume on April 18.
Easter is the day all Sundays and festivals of the church year center upon. We give thanks for Christ's victorious resurrection over death and the grave. The Easter Vigil will be celebrated at 5:55 AM. The Divine Service is at 9 AM.
Easter Monday
The Feast of Easter continues as we celebrate the Divine Service for Easter Monday at 7 PM. This is not just a repeat of the Easter Divine Service but will have its own readings, hymns, and homily. Please join us to continue the celebration of Easter.
Easter Choral Vespers
The Kantorei of Concordia Theological Seminary will present Easter Choral Vespers on Thursday, April 12, at 7 PM at Luther Memorial. Join us for this special celebration of Easter music. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
University Students host Coffee Hour
On Sunday, April 15, the university students will host coffee hour for the congregation. Please help if you are able.
No Bible/Catechism Study or Table Talk this week
Vicar will be out of town at the South Wisconsin District LCMS Pastor's Conference on Tuesday-Thursday. None of our regularly-scheduled activities will happen this week, including Table Talk and the Bible/Catechism Study on April 11. We'll resume on April 18.
Friday, April 06, 2007
Good Friday
Today's Services
Join us at Luther Memorial Chapel for Good Friday worship. Mid-day Prayer is at 1 PM, and the Chief Service is at 7 PM. Each service is different, so please join us for both if you are able.
Meditation on Our Lord's Passion
This article by Dr. Martin Luther is a helpful summary for meditation on the passion and death of Christ: thepassion.cph.org/meditation.pdf
Join us at Luther Memorial Chapel for Good Friday worship. Mid-day Prayer is at 1 PM, and the Chief Service is at 7 PM. Each service is different, so please join us for both if you are able.
Meditation on Our Lord's Passion
This article by Dr. Martin Luther is a helpful summary for meditation on the passion and death of Christ: thepassion.cph.org/meditation.pdf
Saturday, March 31, 2007
Week of 4/1-4/8
Holy Week
The most important week in the life of the Church is Holy Week - the final week of Lent, which begins with Palm Sunday and culminates in the Holy Triduum - the three holy days of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter. During these days, the story of salvation is celebrated as we remember the Passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Holy Week and Easter Schedule at Luther Memorial
Palm Sunday, Apr 1, 9 AM
Holy (Maundy) Thursday, Apr 5, 1 & 7 PM
Good Friday, Apr 6, 1 & 7 PM
Easter Vigil, Apr 8, 5:55 AM
Easter, Apr 8, 9 AM
Easter Monday, Apr 9, 7 PM
(Tuesday of Holy Week, Apr 3, Matins prayed as usual at 9 AM.)
Table Talk
Wednesday, April 4, 8:30 AM in UWM Union Room 147. We'll discuss Holy Week and the customs associated with it.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
We will continue our Bible/Catechism study this Wednesday at 7 PM. We'll pray Vespers in the church and continue with the study in the University Student Center. This week we are discussing Psalms 32 and 51 and "What is the Office of the Keys?"
The most important week in the life of the Church is Holy Week - the final week of Lent, which begins with Palm Sunday and culminates in the Holy Triduum - the three holy days of Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter. During these days, the story of salvation is celebrated as we remember the Passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Holy Week and Easter Schedule at Luther Memorial
Palm Sunday, Apr 1, 9 AM
Holy (Maundy) Thursday, Apr 5, 1 & 7 PM
Good Friday, Apr 6, 1 & 7 PM
Easter Vigil, Apr 8, 5:55 AM
Easter, Apr 8, 9 AM
Easter Monday, Apr 9, 7 PM
(Tuesday of Holy Week, Apr 3, Matins prayed as usual at 9 AM.)
Table Talk
Wednesday, April 4, 8:30 AM in UWM Union Room 147. We'll discuss Holy Week and the customs associated with it.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
We will continue our Bible/Catechism study this Wednesday at 7 PM. We'll pray Vespers in the church and continue with the study in the University Student Center. This week we are discussing Psalms 32 and 51 and "What is the Office of the Keys?"
Saturday, March 24, 2007
Week of 3/25-4/1
Fifth Sunday in Lent
This Sunday is March 25, upon which the church year celebrates the Annunciation. This is the day where we commemorate the announcement of the angel Gabriel to the blessed Virgin Mary that she would be the mother of God, bring about the conception of Jesus in her womb. This date was chosen because it is nine months before Christmas, the commemoration of the birth of Jesus. When this date falls on a Sunday, there are varying opinions on whether the Sunday's lectionary (in this case the Fifth Sunday of Lent) or the Annunciation should be observed. In any event, it's a fitting day to remember in Daily Prayer.
Kammerchor Concert at CUW
Sunday, March 25, the Kammerchor of Concordia University Wisconsin will present their spring concert at 3:30 PM at the Chapel of Christ Triumphant at CUW. It's free for CUW students with an ID; others are $7.00.
LSF Table in UWM Union
Tuesday, March 26, we have a union table scheduled from 11:30-2. Please let Vicar or Rachel know if you can help out. This is a great way to let others know about our group.
"Why Genuine Lutheran Theology is Inherently Vigorously Evangelistic!"
It's a long title, but a great topic. Dr. Wallace Schulz of Lutheran Heritage Foundation (publisher of Good News magazine) will present this topic on Tuesday, March 27 at the Lake Shore Room at Concordia University Wisconsin. It's at 7 PM. We'll leave from Luther Memorial around 6:20 PM. Please let us know if you're coming!
Table Talk: On Marriage
Table Talk continues this week with breakfast on Wednesday at UWM Union Room 147 at 8:30 AM. Pastor Wieting will lead the discussion this week on marriage.
LSF hosts Mid-week Lenten Dinner
This Wednesday, March 28, the Lutheran Student Fellowship group will host the mid-week Lenten dinner at Luther Memorial. The dinner is at 5:15 PM. We'll need helpers to set up, serve, and clean up.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
After dinner (5:15 PM) and Vespers (6 PM) on Wednesday, March 28, we will continue with our study on "What is the Office of the Keys?" We'll examine Matthew 9:1-8, 35-38 Jesus heals a paralytic and Matthew 16:13-19, Jesus institutes the Office of the Ministry and see how these relate to the fifth chief part of the Catechism.
Holy Week and Easter Schedule at Luther Memorial
Everyone is invited to join in the special worship for Holy Week.
Palm Sunday, Apr 1, 9:00 AM
Holy Thursday, Apr 5, 1 & 7 PM
Good Friday, Apr 6, 1 & 7 PM
Easter Vigil, Apr 8, 5:55 AM
Easter Divine Service, Apr 8, 9 AM
This Sunday is March 25, upon which the church year celebrates the Annunciation. This is the day where we commemorate the announcement of the angel Gabriel to the blessed Virgin Mary that she would be the mother of God, bring about the conception of Jesus in her womb. This date was chosen because it is nine months before Christmas, the commemoration of the birth of Jesus. When this date falls on a Sunday, there are varying opinions on whether the Sunday's lectionary (in this case the Fifth Sunday of Lent) or the Annunciation should be observed. In any event, it's a fitting day to remember in Daily Prayer.
Kammerchor Concert at CUW
Sunday, March 25, the Kammerchor of Concordia University Wisconsin will present their spring concert at 3:30 PM at the Chapel of Christ Triumphant at CUW. It's free for CUW students with an ID; others are $7.00.
LSF Table in UWM Union
Tuesday, March 26, we have a union table scheduled from 11:30-2. Please let Vicar or Rachel know if you can help out. This is a great way to let others know about our group.
"Why Genuine Lutheran Theology is Inherently Vigorously Evangelistic!"
It's a long title, but a great topic. Dr. Wallace Schulz of Lutheran Heritage Foundation (publisher of Good News magazine) will present this topic on Tuesday, March 27 at the Lake Shore Room at Concordia University Wisconsin. It's at 7 PM. We'll leave from Luther Memorial around 6:20 PM. Please let us know if you're coming!
Table Talk: On Marriage
Table Talk continues this week with breakfast on Wednesday at UWM Union Room 147 at 8:30 AM. Pastor Wieting will lead the discussion this week on marriage.
LSF hosts Mid-week Lenten Dinner
This Wednesday, March 28, the Lutheran Student Fellowship group will host the mid-week Lenten dinner at Luther Memorial. The dinner is at 5:15 PM. We'll need helpers to set up, serve, and clean up.
LSF Bible/Catechism Study
After dinner (5:15 PM) and Vespers (6 PM) on Wednesday, March 28, we will continue with our study on "What is the Office of the Keys?" We'll examine Matthew 9:1-8, 35-38 Jesus heals a paralytic and Matthew 16:13-19, Jesus institutes the Office of the Ministry and see how these relate to the fifth chief part of the Catechism.
Holy Week and Easter Schedule at Luther Memorial
Everyone is invited to join in the special worship for Holy Week.
Palm Sunday, Apr 1, 9:00 AM
Holy Thursday, Apr 5, 1 & 7 PM
Good Friday, Apr 6, 1 & 7 PM
Easter Vigil, Apr 8, 5:55 AM
Easter Divine Service, Apr 8, 9 AM
Saturday, March 10, 2007
Week of 3/11
Psalms Bible Study
This Sunday, March 11, our Psalms Bible Study continues with "Psalms on the Messiah." If you'd like, you may read Psalms 22, 45, and 110 to prepare for this study. Come and bring a friend. (We won't meet on March 18 because of Spring Break at UWM.)
Union Table
We're hosting a Union Table on Tuesday, March 13. We need volunteers to help host it. If you can, please let Rachel or Vicar know. Also, stop by and see us on Tuesday if you have a chance.
Table Talk
This Wednesday, at 8:30 AM in Union Room 147, we will discuss Luke 15:11-32, "The Parable of the Prodigal Son" and how it relates to the Church's practice of Private Confession and Absolution.
Catechism and Hymn Study
On Wednesdays in Lent, you are invited to join us for Lenten dinner at 5:15 PM, followed by our Lenten Vespers at 6 PM.
Because Lent is a time of focus on catechesis, we will hold a CATECHISM AND HYMN STUDY after Vespers. We'll spend about 30 minutes on a Scripture passage and the catechism and about 30 minutes discussing some hymns. We'll include some musical recordings and some singing.
Catechism Discussion: 2 Samuel 11 and 12 "The Prophet Nathan Ministers to David;" We will examine this Scriptural account and the chief part on "Confession" from Luther's Small Catechism.
Hymnody Discussion: What is a Lutheran hymn? Where does the story of Lutheran hymns start? Why do Lutherans sing what they sing? This will be an introduction to our on-going study of the story of the hymns in our hymnal from different time periods of church history.
Each week, we will study a different section of the catechism and a corresponding Bible account, followed by a study of Lutheran hymns.
(We won't meet on March 21 because of Spring Break at UWM.)
Luther Appreciation Night
Thursday, March 15
We'll continue with our discussion of the Large Catechism on Baptism. For our discussion this Thursday, read through # 16 on Baptism: http://www.bookofconcord.org/largecatechism/6_baptism.html
This Sunday, March 11, our Psalms Bible Study continues with "Psalms on the Messiah." If you'd like, you may read Psalms 22, 45, and 110 to prepare for this study. Come and bring a friend. (We won't meet on March 18 because of Spring Break at UWM.)
Union Table
We're hosting a Union Table on Tuesday, March 13. We need volunteers to help host it. If you can, please let Rachel or Vicar know. Also, stop by and see us on Tuesday if you have a chance.
Table Talk
This Wednesday, at 8:30 AM in Union Room 147, we will discuss Luke 15:11-32, "The Parable of the Prodigal Son" and how it relates to the Church's practice of Private Confession and Absolution.
Catechism and Hymn Study
On Wednesdays in Lent, you are invited to join us for Lenten dinner at 5:15 PM, followed by our Lenten Vespers at 6 PM.
Because Lent is a time of focus on catechesis, we will hold a CATECHISM AND HYMN STUDY after Vespers. We'll spend about 30 minutes on a Scripture passage and the catechism and about 30 minutes discussing some hymns. We'll include some musical recordings and some singing.
Catechism Discussion: 2 Samuel 11 and 12 "The Prophet Nathan Ministers to David;" We will examine this Scriptural account and the chief part on "Confession" from Luther's Small Catechism.
Hymnody Discussion: What is a Lutheran hymn? Where does the story of Lutheran hymns start? Why do Lutherans sing what they sing? This will be an introduction to our on-going study of the story of the hymns in our hymnal from different time periods of church history.
Each week, we will study a different section of the catechism and a corresponding Bible account, followed by a study of Lutheran hymns.
(We won't meet on March 21 because of Spring Break at UWM.)
Luther Appreciation Night
Thursday, March 15
We'll continue with our discussion of the Large Catechism on Baptism. For our discussion this Thursday, read through # 16 on Baptism: http://www.bookofconcord.org/largecatechism/6_baptism.html
Wednesday, March 07, 2007
Vespers for Lent
One of the practices of the church during Lent includes increased prayer. We are invited and encouraged to increase our daily prayer at home through the reading of the Scriptures, the singing of Psalms and hymns, and offering up petitions. A possible resource for this would include the Lenten devotions from HIGHER THINGS.
We are also invited to join in increased corporate prayer. At Luther Memorial Chapel, we have Vespers on Wednesdays in Lent at 6 PM. Vespers is the historic evening prayer office of the church. Everyone is welcome to join us. Before Vespers, we have a light supper at 5:15 PM. In addition, we have our regularly scheduled Matins on Tuesday mornings at 9 AM. If you're free at these times, we invite you to join us to hear God's Word and respond in prayer and song.
We are also invited to join in increased corporate prayer. At Luther Memorial Chapel, we have Vespers on Wednesdays in Lent at 6 PM. Vespers is the historic evening prayer office of the church. Everyone is welcome to join us. Before Vespers, we have a light supper at 5:15 PM. In addition, we have our regularly scheduled Matins on Tuesday mornings at 9 AM. If you're free at these times, we invite you to join us to hear God's Word and respond in prayer and song.
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Bad Weather
Worship Monday evening instead
The Board of Elders cancelled the Sunday morning Divine Service for Sunday, February 25, due to the bad weather. Please join us for the Divine Service on Monday, February 26 at 7 PM.
Don't Forget "Christ on Campus"
Next Saturday, March 3, will be our "Christ on Campus" retreat at the Fireside Lounge at the UWM Student Union. Join us for this presentation on "Praise and Worship Music" from 9:30-11:30 AM. It's free, and there's free lunch following!
The Board of Elders cancelled the Sunday morning Divine Service for Sunday, February 25, due to the bad weather. Please join us for the Divine Service on Monday, February 26 at 7 PM.
Don't Forget "Christ on Campus"
Next Saturday, March 3, will be our "Christ on Campus" retreat at the Fireside Lounge at the UWM Student Union. Join us for this presentation on "Praise and Worship Music" from 9:30-11:30 AM. It's free, and there's free lunch following!
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
This Week and Next... Feb 7-18
Here's what's happening...
W Feb 7 - 8:30 AM - Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147. Free donuts and juice.
W Feb 7 - 5:30 PM - Korean Cooking at LMC in the kitchen. Free dinner. Liturgy discussion to follow.
R Feb 8 - 5:30-7 PM - Dorm Table
R Feb 8 - 7 PM - Luther Appreciation Night at the Old German Beer Hall
Sa Feb 10 - 5 PM - Ice Skating (meet at LMC)
Su Feb 11 - 9 AM - Divine Service
Su Feb 11 - 10:30 AM - Psalms Bible Study in USC
Su Feb 11 - 11:30 AM - Snow Football
M Feb 12 - 7 PM - Divine Service
T Feb 13 - 11:30 AM - UWM Union Table (NEED VOLUNTEERS)
W Feb 14 - 8:30 AM - Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147
R Feb 15 - 6:30 PM - Luther Appreciation Night
Su Feb 18 - 9 AM - Divine Service
M Feb 19 - 7 PM - Divine Service
W Feb 21 - 8:30 AM -- Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147
Ash Wednesday
The church begins the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday, 40 days before Easter. This year Ash Wednesday is on February 21. The Gospel from Matthew 6 draws us toward the Lenten spiritual disciplines of increased almsgiving (to the poor), increased prayer, and increased fasting. These are disciplines for our spiritual renewal that point us to the grace of Our Savior. Lent is a time to call to remembrance Christ's passion for our sins and to set our sights on the treasures of heaven. Join us for the Ash Wednesday Divine Service at 6 PM at Luther Memorial Chapel. The Risen and Ascended Christ comes to us in the Divine Service to speak to us through His Word and to feed us with the food of immortality through the Sacrament of the Altar.
W Feb 7 - 8:30 AM - Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147. Free donuts and juice.
W Feb 7 - 5:30 PM - Korean Cooking at LMC in the kitchen. Free dinner. Liturgy discussion to follow.
R Feb 8 - 5:30-7 PM - Dorm Table
R Feb 8 - 7 PM - Luther Appreciation Night at the Old German Beer Hall
Sa Feb 10 - 5 PM - Ice Skating (meet at LMC)
Su Feb 11 - 9 AM - Divine Service
Su Feb 11 - 10:30 AM - Psalms Bible Study in USC
Su Feb 11 - 11:30 AM - Snow Football
M Feb 12 - 7 PM - Divine Service
T Feb 13 - 11:30 AM - UWM Union Table (NEED VOLUNTEERS)
W Feb 14 - 8:30 AM - Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147
R Feb 15 - 6:30 PM - Luther Appreciation Night
Su Feb 18 - 9 AM - Divine Service
M Feb 19 - 7 PM - Divine Service
W Feb 21 - 8:30 AM -- Table Talk in UWM Union Room 147
Ash Wednesday
The church begins the season of Lent on Ash Wednesday, 40 days before Easter. This year Ash Wednesday is on February 21. The Gospel from Matthew 6 draws us toward the Lenten spiritual disciplines of increased almsgiving (to the poor), increased prayer, and increased fasting. These are disciplines for our spiritual renewal that point us to the grace of Our Savior. Lent is a time to call to remembrance Christ's passion for our sins and to set our sights on the treasures of heaven. Join us for the Ash Wednesday Divine Service at 6 PM at Luther Memorial Chapel. The Risen and Ascended Christ comes to us in the Divine Service to speak to us through His Word and to feed us with the food of immortality through the Sacrament of the Altar.
Thursday, February 01, 2007
Mark Your Calendars
There are several upcoming events at Luther Memorial Chapel and University Student Center that all university students and those interested in campus ministry should attend. Mark your calendars for these special events!
Christ on Campus Retreat
Saturday, March 3, 2007 - 9:30-11:30 AM, with lunch following
Rev. Dr. Leonard Payton speaking on "Praise and Worship Music"
at the UWM Student Union
This event is open to university students of all area colleges, and members of any churches in the area who have an interest in this topic.
Easter Choral Vespers
Thursday, April 12, 2007 - 7:00 PM
The Kantorei of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, will stop in Milwaukee on their Easter tour. Join us for this celebration of Easter music!
Luther Memorial Chapel, 3833 N Maryland, Shorewood
Christ on Campus Staff Conference
June 5-7, 2007
This nation-wide conference for campus ministry leaders will feature worship, special speakers, and an opportunity for discussion about campus ministry. All campus ministry leaders and university students are encouraged to attend.
Luther Memorial Chapel, 3833 N Maryland, Shorewood
Christ on Campus Retreat
Saturday, March 3, 2007 - 9:30-11:30 AM, with lunch following
Rev. Dr. Leonard Payton speaking on "Praise and Worship Music"
at the UWM Student Union
This event is open to university students of all area colleges, and members of any churches in the area who have an interest in this topic.
Easter Choral Vespers
Thursday, April 12, 2007 - 7:00 PM
The Kantorei of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, will stop in Milwaukee on their Easter tour. Join us for this celebration of Easter music!
Luther Memorial Chapel, 3833 N Maryland, Shorewood
Christ on Campus Staff Conference
June 5-7, 2007
This nation-wide conference for campus ministry leaders will feature worship, special speakers, and an opportunity for discussion about campus ministry. All campus ministry leaders and university students are encouraged to attend.
Luther Memorial Chapel, 3833 N Maryland, Shorewood
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
Spring Semester Events
New Bible Study Starts January 28!
This Sunday we will begin a new Bible study series for the spring semester. We will be looking at the book of Psalms and how it tells us about Christ and helps us in our prayer life as Christians. Please join us Sundays at 10:30AM in the University Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Meet/Greet/Eat for the Spring
This Sunday after Bible Study we will have a free lunch in the University Student Center. Come for the Divine Service at 9 AM, the Bible Study at 10:30, and stay for lunch to visit and meet new friends.
LSF Meeting
February 1, 2007 at 8 PM in the University Student Center. Come to discuss activities for this semester.
Christ on Campus Spring Retreat
As a chapter of Christ on Campus, we host retreats once or twice a year. On Saturday, March 3, from 9:30-11:30 AM, we will have Dr. Leonard Payton speak on "Praise and Worship Music." Everyone is welcome and there will be a free lunch following the presentation. Mark your calendars now!
Table Talk
We will begin Table Talk again soon. Please let Vicar know what day and time works best for you to have him bring you free food!
This Sunday we will begin a new Bible study series for the spring semester. We will be looking at the book of Psalms and how it tells us about Christ and helps us in our prayer life as Christians. Please join us Sundays at 10:30AM in the University Student Center at Luther Memorial Chapel.
Meet/Greet/Eat for the Spring
This Sunday after Bible Study we will have a free lunch in the University Student Center. Come for the Divine Service at 9 AM, the Bible Study at 10:30, and stay for lunch to visit and meet new friends.
LSF Meeting
February 1, 2007 at 8 PM in the University Student Center. Come to discuss activities for this semester.
Christ on Campus Spring Retreat
As a chapter of Christ on Campus, we host retreats once or twice a year. On Saturday, March 3, from 9:30-11:30 AM, we will have Dr. Leonard Payton speak on "Praise and Worship Music." Everyone is welcome and there will be a free lunch following the presentation. Mark your calendars now!
Table Talk
We will begin Table Talk again soon. Please let Vicar know what day and time works best for you to have him bring you free food!
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Epiphany
After the twelve days of Christmas, which end on January 5, the church year moves to the Epiphany season. The Feast of the Epiphany of Our Lord, January 6, begins this season. Epiphany means "manifestation," that is, "making known." Jesus Christ, true Man, is shown to be also true God in the Epiphany season. That's what Epiphany is about! It's more than just a remembrance of the Wise Men coming to see the child, which is the Gospel account for the Feast of the Epiphany. But it goes on to include the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River and Jesus' first miracle: turning water into wine.
What's happening in LSF at UWM?
If you're returning back to Milwaukee, be sure to join us for these upcoming events:
January 4: Informal Luther Appreciation Night: Join us for our usual Thursday festivities, this week moved to the Organ Piper Pizza Palace!
January 5: Christmas Bash at the Vicarage! Celebrate the twelfth day of Christmas. Come at 7:30 PM. Please RSVP!
January 6: Epiphany Vespers: Celebrate the Epiphany of Our Lord at Luther Memorial Chapel at 5:00 PM.
What's happening in LSF at UWM?
If you're returning back to Milwaukee, be sure to join us for these upcoming events:
January 4: Informal Luther Appreciation Night: Join us for our usual Thursday festivities, this week moved to the Organ Piper Pizza Palace!
January 5: Christmas Bash at the Vicarage! Celebrate the twelfth day of Christmas. Come at 7:30 PM. Please RSVP!
January 6: Epiphany Vespers: Celebrate the Epiphany of Our Lord at Luther Memorial Chapel at 5:00 PM.
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