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Galatians 3:23-29: The Law Was Our Teacher

Reverend William E. Flippin, Jr. | Posted 04.29.2012

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Reverend William E. Flippin, Jr.

The key to dealing with most criminal behavior may well be the application of basic Christian principles: repent, make restitution, restore relationships and change your ways.

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Gay Clergy: God's Spirit at Work?

Rev. Peter M. Wallace | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rev. Peter M. Wallace

It seems that once the issue of gay clergy has been resolved, usually after decades of wrangling, the denominations (or what's left of them, anyway) begin to experience a new freedom and energy to pursue their mission.

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Tanzania Lutherans Reject Aid From 'Pro-Gay Marriage' Churches

Religion News Service | By Fredrick Nzwili and Kevin Eckstrom | Posted 05.25.2011

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By Fredrick Nzwili and Kevin Eckstrom Religion News Service NAIROBI (RNS/ENI) The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania says it will not accept mon...

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The Lutheran Church Embraces the LGBTQ Community!

Rev. Dr. Cindi Love | Posted 05.25.2011

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Rev. Dr. Cindi Love

After twenty-five years of deliberation, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Church Council has abolished its anti-gay policies, effective immediately.

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Sex and the Single Minister

Rev. Debra Haffner | Posted 11.17.2011

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Rev. Debra Haffner

The Evangelical Lutheran Church of America's emphasis on "committed, lifelong relationships" leaves out the single minister, the divorced minister, the widowed minister -- whether gay, straight, or bisexual -- who must still adhere to a standard of celibacy.

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