The words “Here I stand” are often attributed to Martin Luther, as he strongly affirmed his belief in the saving power of God’s mercy. For us today, “here we stand” can both affirm Catholic and Lutheran traditions, beliefs and practices and pose a series of questions: Where do Catholics and Lutherans now stand in relation to each other? Can we stand in unity in proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ? In other words, to what new reformation do our churches and our world call us?
Dr. Kathryn Johnson, director for ecumenical and inter-religious relations for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America will speak to the topic of “What Difference Does This Anniversary Make?” Abbot John Klassen, OSB, of Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville, Minn., will serve as the responder.
Opening and closing prayers by Bishop Donald Kettler of St. Cloud and Bishop Jon Anderson of the Southwest Minnesota Synod of the ELCA
You may register online, but hurry because registration for this event is limited! Questions? Contact Sister Eunice Antony at (320) 363-8927 or eantony@csbsju.edu.
Related events this weekend are being held Friday, September 8, at St. Mary’s Basilica in Minneapolis and Sunday, September 10, at Saint John’s Abbey in Collegeville. For more information, contact Carla Durand at cdurand@csbsju.edu.