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God Our Refuge: Letter From the Editor
Dear brothers in the ministry, After spending over a quarter century serving as an editor at Northwestern Publishing House, I can safely say that there are few NPH and WELS publications—present as well as past—that I’m unfamiliar with. With this letter to you, I’m calling attention to one publication that had completely escaped my attention…
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How About Training Christian Leaders?
Raise up and train Christian leaders. In the call packet, that was one of the requests of the congregation I currently serve. I would guess almost all churches would like to have that as part of their program. Strong Christian leadership helps steer the direction of the congregation, provides stability, and models for others what…
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How About Digging Deeper Into Doctrine?
Is anyone going to want to attend a Bible study that requires purchasing a $45 book, reading assignments before each class, filling out worksheets ahead of the next study, and having discussions about things like postmodernism, the formation of the Eastern Orthodox Church, and the hypostatic union? Surprisingly . . . yes! Or maybe it…
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Curating the Best Sacred Music Available
As a publisher, NPH produces music and worship materials. You know it’s an NPH publication by the recognizable NPH cross logo on web pages and material covers. But not all the music offered by NPH is published by NPH. There are often questions regarding the relationship between NPH and the music of other sacred music…
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Having Conversations With Your Grandchildren
On Sunday, September 8, the United States celebrates Grandparents Day. Families across the country will take time to give thanks for their grandmothers and grandfathers and the years of guidance, kindness, and love they have shared together. But why let the conversation stop there? 10 Things to Tell Your Grandkids provides field-tested Christian wisdom to…
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Purposeful Grieving: Letter From the Editor
Dear brothers in the ministry, As a seelsorger, each of us has opportunities to minister to those who are grieving the loss of loved ones. As time passes after a loss, we may wonder if we have followed up with these hurting souls adequately, or if they are in need of further encouragement from God’s…
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How About a Multigenerational Vacation Bible School?
Age puts up barriers. Experiences—not just years—separate the 5-year-old and the 75-year-old. Intelligence levels, emotional development, and personal interests all vary. Because of these differences, it might seem crazy to bring all ages together for a Bible study. But if the younger generation is going to imitate the faith and way of life of those…
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52 Reasons to Use Weekly Bulletins From NPH
If you received our Weekly Bulletin postcard, you may have already seen the first 12 reasons to use Weekly Bulletins. For a grand total of 52 reasons—one for each week of the year—you will find 40 more reasons below that continue to demonstrate the imagery and impact, convenience and consistency, and savings and supplements you…