Why Germanshepherd? /Because I am a semi-retired Lutheran pastor of Germanic heritage. The origin (etymology) of the word, 'pastor,' is the word for shepherd. Since a pastor is called the shepherd of his flock – well, you’ve got it by now, I’m sure.
UGEARS 3D Puzzle Mechanical ETUI BOX Wooden Model Kit Self-assembly Construction
Jul 12, 2022
Fun to Build with a Suggestion
Fun and simple to build. The trick is to lightly scrape to toothpick axles with the sharp edge of a knife, then sand smooth and wax them before assembly. By slightly reducing the diameter of the axles they're much easier to assemble. I'm going to buy another to make for a gift.
Jul 05, 2007
The Handbook on Small Group Ministry
This is THE handbook on the philosophy and implementation of Small Group Ministry. Where was this when I started my ministry in 1965? It revolutionized my last, full-time ministry, '93-2003. Put this in the hands of a couple bright leaders and stand back. - David Schilling, MDiv, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Aug 05, 2006
Luther Illustrates the Protestant Reformation
Every Christian, regardless of his “branch,” needs to have an appreciation of the roots of Protestantism and its birth, the Reformation. This movie will serve well as an introduction to the devout practitioner as well as the casual inquirer. Although it is a dramatization, it is generally historically accurate it keeps the viewer involved in the intrigues of the religious – political dynamics of the day in a way that a documentary could not. The acting is appropriate and convincing with Joseph Finnes doing an excellent portrayal of Luther and memorable tableau role by Peter Ustinov who steals the show. There is surely some poetic license in the development of the characters, but none so far-fetched so that it compromises the integrity of the story.
Some will see the movie as anti-Roman Catholic. Actually, it’s a frank and fair look at the Catholicism of the times and should add to the appreciation of how the Protestant Reformation contributed to the integrity of Catholic Church of today. After all, it was Luther’s intention to reform his church and he succeeded in many ways.
I’d seen the movie when it was in the theaters and decided to add it to my library for my own enjoyment as well for use with my students in an “Inquirers Class.” – Pr. David, Moreno Valley, CA