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  • Proper 17 · Mark 7:14-23 · August 30, 2009

    By Travis J. Scholl If last week’s Gospel reading dealt with things external (defiled hands), this week deals with things internal (an unclean heart), part two…

    August 30, 2009
  • Anselm, friendship, and “how we think about God”

    Anselm, friendship, and “how we think about God”

    Anselm of Canterbury, under glass Feed your inner philosopher by checking out this column by Nathan Schneider on the “Happy Days” blog at the NY…

    August 24, 2009
  • Proper 16 · Mark 7:1-13 · August 23, 2009

    By  Travis J. Scholl This week and next week (Proper 17) make up a continuous reading of Mark 7. (Technically, Proper 18 brings the reading…

    August 23, 2009
  • Proper 15 · John 6:51-69 · August 16, 2009

    By Joel Okamoto Notes on the text 1. For the context, see Propers 13 and 14. 2. At this point Jesus provokes a fresh concern…

    August 16, 2009
  • Multimedia: Jacob Bodden playing Concordia carillon

    Multimedia: Jacob Bodden playing Concordia carillon

    Those of you who attended Dutch 10 year-old Jacob Bodden’s concert heard him live. But for everyone else, Post-Dispatch/STLtoday.com photographer Stephanie Cordle put together a…

    August 15, 2009
  • Ten year-old Dutch prodigy to play Concordia Seminary’s carillon bells

    Ten year-old Dutch prodigy to play Concordia Seminary’s carillon bells

    Luther Tower, home to Concordia’s landmark carillon TOMORROW (Wednesday, Aug 12) at 7:00PM, Jacob Bodden, a 10 year-old boy from Amersfoort, Holland, will give a…

    August 11, 2009
  • Proper 14 · John 6:35-51 · August 9, 2009

    By Joel Okamoto Notes on the text 1. This passage is an excerpt from Christ’s “Bread of Life” discourse, and forms the middle section of a…

    August 9, 2009
  • Proper 13 · John 6:22-35 · August 2, 2009

    By David I. Lewis Literary Context Today’s Gospel is the first of a series of three lessons taken from the so called “Bread of Life…

    August 3, 2009
  • Proper 12 · Mark 6:45-52 · July 26, 2009

    By David Peter Exegetical Analysis and Homiletical Treatment: This text is conducive to the development of a sermon which is constructed inductively. This is not…

    July 26, 2009
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Professor of Practical Theology Dr. Mark Rockenbac
Professor of Practical Theology Dr. Mark Rockenbach recently had the privilege of participating in the LCMS Youth Gathering July 19-23, 2025. Over the course of three days, Dr. Rockenbach gave 10 presentations on timely and challenging topics including “What About Transgenderism?” and “How to Discuss Gender Identity with Young Adults.” Rockenbach also co-presented with Ted Kober about topics based on their book, “Unforgivable.” 
Rockenbach is part of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) taskforce, “Created Male and Female,” which hosted a booth at the gathering called, "Who Am I?" Concordia Seminary students were invited to help staff the booth and engage with youth on these important issues.


Dr. Rick Marrs, senior professor of Practical Theo
Dr. Rick Marrs, senior professor of Practical Theology, served as the keynote speaker at the Ministry and Leadership (MML) Conference, hosted by the IELB Lutheran Church of Brazil from July 24–27, 2025.

On July 26, the conference celebrated the translation of Marrs' impactful book "Making Christian Counseling More Christ Centered" — along with the Ambassadors of Reconciliation Bible study "Go and Be Reconciled."

Marrs shared three powerful lectures, rooted in DOXOLOGY teachings and Chapter 15 of his book, focusing on Christian Meditation. His trip and the translation project were made possible by the LCMS Office of Disaster Response. We give thanks for the global reach of Christ-centered counseling and leadership training!


Today we give thanks to God as we celebrate the 25
Today we give thanks to God as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of Seminary President Dr. Thomas J. Egger’s ordination.

Egger has faithfully served the church through pastoral ministry and theological education, proclaiming Christ and equipping future servants of the Gospel. We are grateful for his leadership among us. 

Please join us in giving thanks and praying for the Lord’s continued blessings on Dr. Egger's ministry.


Dr. Geoffrey Robinson organized an Evangelism Spec
Dr. Geoffrey Robinson organized an Evangelism Specific Enclave July 1–2 at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., (CTSFW). Attendees included representatives from the LCMS Office of National Mission; Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (CSL); CTSFW; and several LCMS Districts. Topics included Dr. Ken Schurb’s “Seven Theses on Evangelism,” current evangelism instruction at both seminaries, congregational-level teaching and ways Districts can support Synod-wide efforts. The group also discussed potential partnerships, including internships for seminary and Concordia University System (CUS) students. Another enclave is tentatively planned for June 2026 in Springfield, Ill., to continue this important work.

Pictured from left to right: Dr. Geoffrey Boyle (CTSFW); Rev. Joel Fritsche (CSL); Dr. Thomas J. Egger (President, CSL); Rev. D. Jon Bruss (President, CTSFW); Dr. Nathan Meador (back, President, LCMS South Wisconsin District); Rev. Kris Whitby (front, LCMS Northern Illinois District); Dr. Ken Schurb (LCMS Central Illinois District); Dr. Heath Trampe (LCMS Office of National Mission); Rev. Dan Galchutt (LCMS Office of National Mission); Dr. Kevin Golden (CSL); Dr. Carl Beckwith (CTSFW); Rev. Jim Woelmer (Christ Lutheran, Manhattan, Kan.); and Rev. Detlev Schulz (CTSFW).
 
Not pictured: Dr. Geoffrey Robinson (LCMS Indiana District).



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