Two local colleges are celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with an art exhibit and a concert: Carthage College’s H.F. Johnson Gallery of Art is hosting “The Saint John’s Bible” through Dec. 15. Scheduled in coordination with the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, the exhibit includes 25 prints on loan from the Hill Museum Continue Reading…
As a way to honor the recent Reformation 500-year celebration, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church has started work on a labyrinthian prayer garden in a green space behind the church. “We had a small garden there and we wanted to make a labyrinth for our prayer garden,” the Reverend Dinah Dutta said. “We are working on Continue Reading…
Catholics and Lutherans prayed side by side in a series of recent gatherings five centuries after a German monk sparked the Protestant Reformation. On Wednesday, Oct. 25, at St. Andrew Church, Roswell, close to 150 members of the parish and members of Cross of Life Lutheran Church, Roswell, came together for prayer and song. Those Continue Reading…
It has been 95 years and counting for one house of worship in Throggs Neck. Although a 95th anniversary is an odd milestone to celebrate, the First Lutheran Church of Throggs Neck has so much to praise, it couldn’t wait to commemorate its longevity. “I am thrilled that we are celebrating our 95th anniversary,” said Continue Reading…
Roman Catholics and Lutherans will come together on Sunday to put their differences behind them and recognize all that they have in common. That growing unity will be the focal point during a service of Common Prayer beginning at 3 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 414 W. 11th St. The service is Continue Reading…
Ecumenists from throughout the United States gathered together at the National Workshop on Christian Unity 2017 earlier this month in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The workshop continues to be the only national gathering of its kind in the world. The event brings together ecumenical representatives, ecumenists and interested members from all churches who share one faith, one Continue Reading…
Epiphany and St. Francis have also planned additional events for this 500th Anniversary celebration. Please plan to attend the following: A series of five discussions held between September 12 and October 24, exploring From Conflict to Communion, a document developed by the Lutheran World Federation and the Pontifical Council on Promoting Christian Unity to help Continue Reading…
Lutherans in Fresno celebrated the 500th anniversary of the Reformation on Wednesday and Thursday in Fresno with activities including handing out free coffee, volunteering at a food pantry, offering blessings, visiting Rep. Devin Nunes’ office and hosting a free church music performance, talk and dinner. The Rev. Megan Rohrer, executive director of Welcome Ministry, said Continue Reading…