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2025-02-19T17:15:21-04:00

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ELCA is Obeying in Advance in Its Capitulation to Trump

Last updated on: February 19, 2025 at 5:15 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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The ELCA is obeying in advance by refusing to join a multifaith lawsuit defending churches against Trump’s violation of 1st Amendment rights. Read more

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2025-02-25T07:25:35-04:00

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5 Tips for Clergy to Survive the Riptide of Trump 2.0

Last updated on: February 25, 2025 at 7:25 am   By Leah D. Schade

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Ministry since the inauguration has felt like a riptide for many clergy.  Here are five ways to survive and keep your head above water. Read more

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2025-02-04T11:27:25-04:00

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How to Love Your Enemies, Even Fascists & Tech Bro Oligarchs

Last updated on: February 4, 2025 at 11:27 am   By Leah D. Schade

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“Love your enemies” sounds naïve when dealing with fascists, tech bros & oligarchs. But this teaching is actually a form of resistance! Read more

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2025-02-02T13:52:28-04:00

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Do Not Be Overcome by Evil: Biblical Wisdom When Attacked

Last updated on: February 2, 2025 at 1:52 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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Paul of Tarsus told the early Christians, “Do not be overcome by evil.” How can this biblical wisdom guide us as a country under attack? Read more

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2025-01-29T12:41:32-04:00

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ANNOUNCING: National Preaching Survey Launched

Last updated on: January 29, 2025 at 12:41 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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My team and I have launched a national preaching survey on ministry, preaching, and social issues. All U.S. preachers are invited to participate. Read more

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2025-01-28T14:00:03-04:00

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Immigration Ministry – 8 Things Churches Should Do in 2025

Last updated on: January 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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Immigration ministry in 2025 has changed drastically since the inauguration. Here’s a list of 8 things churches should know and do. Read more

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2025-01-27T11:14:48-04:00

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Mercy Plea by Bishop Budde Mirrors 3 Bold Biblical Women

Last updated on: January 27, 2025 at 11:14 am   By Leah D. Schade

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Think Bishop Budde was audacious in her plea for mercy to the president? There are 3 bold biblical women who did exactly the same thing. Read more

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2025-02-04T07:09:49-04:00

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11 Lessons for Preachers from Bishop Budde’s Sermon

Last updated on: February 4, 2025 at 7:09 am   By Leah D. Schade

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Bishop Budde’s sermon for the Inauguration Prayer Service models effective prophetic preaching. Let’s break it down. Read more

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2025-01-20T16:41:34-04:00

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Poetry to Resist Fascism? Hannah Arendt Shows the Way

Last updated on: January 20, 2025 at 4:41 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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Hannah Arendt is best known as a political theorist who explained Nazi totalitarianism and evil. Her poems reveal secrets for resistance. Read more

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2024-12-03T19:28:39-04:00

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20 Things Clergy & Churches Can Do to Prepare for 2025

Last updated on: December 3, 2024 at 7:28 pm   By Leah D. Schade

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Many are feeling anxious from the 2024 election and what lies ahead. Here are 20 things clergy & congregations can to do prepare for 2025. Read more

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