A little controversy has evolved at one of our Lutheran Universities as they search for a new president about the terms "equity and inclusion" and "diversity in all its myriad forms." What exactly does that mean? What would "Lutheran diversity" look like?

The writer of the Book of Hebrews urges us to "hold fast the confidence and the rejoicing of the hope firm to the end." How is that going for most of us? Do we need a boost of encouragement? Three disciples received a special boost of encouragement on the Mount of Transfiguration. We also receive that every Sunday in worship as God leads us from the gloom to the glory.

Pastor Walther gives an overview of the Southern Illinois District Convention held February 4-5, 2022.