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Bidding Prayer

One of the treasures that has come down to us from the ancient church is the Bidding Prayer.

Good King Wenceslas — Christmas Program

Is a children’s Christmas program Written by the Rev. Bernhard Seter in formats for use by Sunday schools or Lutheran parochial schools.

The Care and Keeping of a Substitute Organist

First and foremost, you want your substitute to lead the congregational singing and not detract from the worship that’s planned. Here are a few ideas to ensure a smooth transition to someone different “on the bench.”

Text, Meet Your Tune!

Good music can make a text more memorable and easier to sing.

The Lutheran Confessions No. 1: About God and Music

Let’s explore a fundamental, universal question: Just what is the music for worship and how do we know it when we see it?

Random Thoughts on Ringing Bells Randomly

There is no doubt that handbell choirs enrich the worship life of many congregations. While many bell choirs focus primarily on anthems that are played as prelude, postlude or responses within the service, there are other ways to utilize handbells without a lot of rehearsal.