Voices of Faith Blog

As we enter Lent, a 40-day season of reflection before Easter, we are invited to “return to the Lord” through prayer, fasting, service, and Bible study. This season focuses on deepening our relationship with God while remembering Jesus’ death and resurrection. Lord of Life offers worship, study, service, and family activities to help engage faith during Lent and Easter, supporting spiritual growth for all ages.

Entering a New Season reflects on faith, transition, and hope at Lord of Life Lutheran Church as the congregation welcomes an interim pastor. Grounded in Scripture, the article invites the community to embrace this season of change as a time for reflection, growth, and listening for where God is leading next. It also encourages members to connect, share their thoughts, and walk together in trust, knowing that God remains constant through every season of ministry.

Interim Pastor Kristin Vander Ploeg introduces herself to the Lord of Life community. With 15 years of experience in the ELCA, including a distinguished 20-year career as an Air Force chaplain, she shares her personal journey of faith and service. Pastor Kristin expresses her excitement to journey with the congregation during this transitional season and looks forward to meeting everyone.

As Advent begins, we reflect on the four weeks of hope, peace, joy, and love that prepare our hearts for Christmas. This article explores the meaning of Advent, the Gospel of Luke, the joy of waiting, and a heartfelt farewell after 26½ years of ministry.

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not yet seen. (Hebrews 11:1) Greetings in Christ! This month we celebrate Thanksgiving, a day we set aside to give God thanks for our many blessings. Thanksgiving Day is a day of reflection, family gatherings, food and fellowship. Thanksgiving in America began back in 1620, when a group of brave men and women ventured across the Atlantic Ocean in search of a better life. The voyage to America took two months a

“And day by day the Lord added to their number all who were being saved” (Acts 2:47). The changing of the seasons is one of God’s blessings to us. Each season serves as a guidepost on life’s journey. Perhaps it’s God’s gentle way of reminding us of passing time. We have just four Sundays remaining in the season of Pentecost, the longest season of the church year. Pentecost contains Jesus’ teachings about discipleship and what it means to follow him. Along our journey we learn

Welcome back to fall and the start of our new church year! We are thrilled to begin another season of worship and learning together. Our Sunday school classes will resume for all ages, from 3 to grade 12, including adult Sunday school. As we reflect on the wonderful events of this past summer, let's carry that enthusiasm and joy into our fall activities. We are excited to announce that our theme for this season is "Aloha." This Hawaiian greeting emphasizes adventure and exper

Perspective is defined in Webster’s Dictionary as a method of subjective evaluation. In layman’s terms we might describe the meaning of perspective as the way we look at things. For example, is the glass half empty of half full? Both answers of the glass question are correct but one (half full) emphasizes the positive, while the other (half empty) emphasizes the negative. Perspective, or the way we look at things, really does matter. As a Christian and as a pastor I have come

Pentecost is a time of profound spiritual significance, marking the moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, empowering them to spread the message of Christ to the world. Occurring 50 days after Easter, Pentecost is often referred to as the birthday of the Church, as it signifies the beginning of the disciple’s mission to share the Gospel far and wide. The word “Pentecost” comes from a Greek word meaning “fiftieth.” It originates from the Jewish festival of S

Spring is a season that naturally evokes feelings of renewal and rebirth. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, we see the budding of flowers, the return of migratory birds, and the greening of landscapes. This transformation is a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life and the beauty of new beginnings. It is a time of growth and possibilities, where the earth seems to come alive with vibrancy and color, encouraging us to embrace change and look forward to the f