Faith is a living, bold trust in God's grace, so certain of God's favor that it would risk death a thousand times trusting in it. Such confidence and knowledge of God's grace makes you happy, joyful and bold in your relationship to God and all creatures. The Holy Spirit makes this happen through faith. Because of it, you freely, willingly and joyfully do good to everyone, serve everyone, suffer all kinds of things, love and praise the God who has shown you such grace. - Martin Luther


Wednesday, January 2, 2013

A Great Class in a Great Place

The Northern Rockies Institute of Theology, a ministry of the Montana Synod of the ELCA, offers a Midwinter Theological Conference each year, at the Izaak Walton Inn in Essex, near Glacier Park. This year, the title of the conference, to be held February 4th-6th, is "Being Lutheran in a Multi-Faith World," taught by Dr. Michael Trice. Here's a synopsis:

As Lutherans, we live in a country and world filled with a plurality of religions and perspectives. Conflicting voices contend for their place in church life and in the public square. What does it mean to be Lutheran in the midst of the challenges and opportunities within this changing landscape? In the whirlwind of pluralism and change, what does it mean to be a Lutheran, a Christian, a citizen and even a human being in our current age? Join us for presentations, and conversation. The retreat also includes time for worship, recreation and relaxation.


The registration deadline is January 7th. Check out the NRIT website for more information. And let us know if you plan to go!

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