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Lutherans
Lutheranism emerged at the dawn of the Protestant Reformation, taking its theological bearings from Martin Luther, the German monk whose teachings on justification by faith alone precipitated his break from the medieval Catholic church. Transplanted to America during several waves of European immigration, Lutheranism has often fragmented along ethnic and confessional lines, and today, the Lutheran community is marked by an astonishing diversity of belief and practice. Lutherans (in conservative denominations like The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod) can be found siding with evangelicals on important issues of doctrine and public moral witness, but they can also be found (in liberal denominations like the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, America’s largest Lutheran grouping) siding with Mainline Protestants on such questions.
Speaking: How the ELCA Left the Great Tradition for Liberal Protestantism
There is no authoritative biblical or theological guidance in the church. There are only many voices.
September 2, 2009
Lutheranism's Crisis of Authority
Seven theologians call North American Lutheranism back to the Word and the Lutheran confessions.
September 8, 2010
Editorial:Why We Still Need Luther
Four hundred fifty years after his death, Martin Luther can still inspire and guide us.
October 28, 1996
More on Lutherans
Newtown Interfaith "Debacle" Prompts More Apologies
Missouri Synod president Matthew C. Harrison: "I increased the pain of a hurting community."
February 12, 2013
Lutheran Pastor Apologizes for Praying at Newtown Vigil
Denomination prohibits ministers from participating in interfaith services.
February 7, 2013
The Other Iranian Revolution
In 'godless' eastern Germany, Iranian refugees surprise pastors with their interest in Christianity.
July 17, 2012
Supreme Court: What's More Important than Church Doctrine?
Can the justices decide an employment case without making religious decisions? Says Breyer: 'This is tough and I'm stuck.'
October 5, 2011
Tanzanians Throng to Miracle Cure
Churches debate healing power of pastor's cure.
September 20, 2011
Youth Movement: Finns Seek Renewal
Lutheran leaders want to push out young conservatives.
July 21, 2011
Q & A: Michele Bachmann on Cuts for Aid Relief, Obama's Faith and Credibility, and Francis Schaeffer
The Tea Party caucus chair talks to CT about recent military actions in Libya, why she opposes governmental steps to combat global warming, and her potential presidential candidacy.
April 14, 2011
Proselytizing in a Multi-Faith World
Why mutual respect and tolerance require us to witness for Christ.
March 28, 2011
The Hymns That Keep on Going
The 27 worship songs that have made the hymnal cut time and again.
March 7, 2011
Facing Lutheranism's Crisis of Authority
Seven theologians call North American Lutheranism back to the Word and the Lutheran confessions.
September 8, 2010
Life in Those Old Bones
If you're interested in doing mission, there could hardly be a better tool than denominations.
June 11, 2010
Pastor With No Tongue Still Has a Lot to Say
The Lutheran pastor believes that he's been able to reach more people than if he had not had cancer.
May 27, 2010
Tea Party Insurgence Ripples Through Missouri Synod Election
Confessionalists say the standing president has taken a nondenominational, evangelical megachurch approach.
April 30, 2010
'It's Not About the Past'
New Anglican and Lutheran groups need to nurture a positive identity.
March 29, 2010
How the ELCA Left the Great Tradition for Liberal Protestantism
There is no authoritative biblical or theological guidance in the church. There are only many voices.
September 2, 2009
ELCA Assembly: Was God in Either Whirlwind?
Tornado touches convention center as Lutherans approve sexuality statement by the exact margin it needed to pass.
August 20, 2009
Election 08's 'False Clerics and Schismatic Spirits'
The ubiquity of religion in this campaign season is distinctly un-Lutheran.
April 2, 2008
Seven Years in the Making, Draft ELCA Statement on Sexuality Punts
"This church does not have consensus," committee says.
March 14, 2008
Pastor Charged with Criminal Discrimination
Finland's courts step in after visiting pastor refuses to lead service with a woman.
November 1, 2007
Moving to 'Acceptance'
Mainline Lutheran assembly urges bishops not to discipline gay ministers.
September 12, 2007
Delighted by Doctrine 
Historian Jaroslav Pelikan (1923-2006) thought theology was too important to be left to the theologians.
September 15, 2006
Wrongful Love
Students sue when Christian school expels them for 'lesbian behavior.'
September 1, 2006
ELCA Offers Alternative to 'Father, Son, and Holy Spirit'
Plus: Roberts said Weyerich "no friend," New York wants to ban church use of schools, Anne says Billy at peace, and other stories from online sources around the world.
April 13, 2006
Norway Aflutter Over Soccer Prayers
Plus: Focus on the Family's Candidate endorsement, and other stories from online sources around the world.
September 1, 2004
Lutheran Church Abuse Victims Receive $69 Million Settlement
Plus: Former Archbishop of Canterbury says Anglican Communion in danger, Pope says to ban pro-abortion politicians from communion, mouse gives virgin birth, and other stories from online sources around the world.
April 1, 2004
Editorial:Why We Still Need Luther
Four hundred fifty years after his death, Martin Luther can still inspire and guide us.
October 28, 1996
The Curious Case of the German Church
One needs to be careful when discussing German Christianity. Twenty-two regional church bodies may together hold membership in the Evangelical Church in Germany, but these churches profess different theologies. (First Things)
The Last Supper: Germany's Great Church Sell-Off
Dwindling church attendance and dire financial straits are forcing the Catholic and Protestant Churches in Germany to sell off church buildings en masse. Some are demolished, while others are turned into restaurants or indoor rock climbing centers. (SPIEGEL)
Lo How A (Yellow) Rose E’er Blooming
The burst of new church plants in the Texas District of the Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod came as a result of the district getting out of the church-planting business. (First Things)
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