The Future of ELCA Institutions

The Future of ELCA Institutions

This is a keynote address by Presiding Bishop Mark S. Hanson on the future of ELCA institutions. An essay by Maria Erling on the post-Christendom society of the North and how the purpose of the office of ministry is to bring the congregation in deep engagement with...
Authorization for Ministry

Authorization for Ministry

An essay by Timothy Wengert on the goal of ministry and the distinction between lay and clergy in the office of ministry.An essay by Timothy Wengert on the goal of ministry and the distinction between lay and clergy in the office of ministry. File size: 0.02 mb...
A Liturgical Perspective

A Liturgical Perspective

An essay by Thomas Schattauer on the selection and designation of people for the office of ministry.An essay by Thomas Schattauer on the selection and designation of people for the office of ministry. File size: 0.03 mb Download
Ordination from the Perspective of Mission

Ordination from the Perspective of Mission

An essay by Maria Erling on how the purpose of the office of ministry is to bring the congregation in deep engagement with the world.An essay by Maria Erling on how the purpose of the office of ministry is to bring the congregation in deep engagement with the world....