Based on Luke 4:18-19, The Spirit Anointed Christ for Mercy is an eight-part Lenten sermon and service series that examines the church’s corporate life of mercy.

The series — produced by LCMS World Relief and Human Care — was written by the Rev. Bernie Seter, chairman of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Board for International Mission.

The Spirit Anointed Christ for Mercy (Ash Wednesday)

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Preach Good News to the poor

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Heal the Broken Hearted

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Preach Deliverance to Captives

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Recover Sight of the Blind

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Free the Bruised

The Spirit Anointed Christ for Mercy (Maundy Thursday)

The Spirit Anointed Christ … to Proclaim the Jubilee (Good Friday)


LCMS World Relief and Human Care

LCMS Worship