LATEST WRITINGS FROM PASTOR PHILIP HOPPE

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Lutherans and Libertarianism–Marriage Edition

Especially when the Republican primaries were at their peak, I noticed that there was a large Libertarian streak among my Lutheran friends.  Personally, I can … Lutherans and Libertarianism–Marriage EditionRead more

Posted inTheology and Practice

Caricatures of the Ministry–Must be Call Day

Have you ever had a caricature of yourself drawn by an artist?  They take certain features of yours and exaggerate them.  That nose you inherited … Caricatures of the Ministry–Must be Call DayRead more

Posted inTheology and Practice

Affinity with Rome?

I understand it.  Most of our protestant friends have departed very far from the historical practice of the Christian faith.  They also deny the very … Affinity with Rome?Read more

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Eternal Security–A Lutheran Belief?

Ask any Lutheran pastor or consult any book which explains Lutheran doctrine and you will find that Lutherans do not believe in the doctrine of … Eternal Security–A Lutheran Belief?Read more

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Declaration versus Delivery of Grace

Growing up using The Lutheran Hymnal and using it at my current call until recently, something always seemed odd to me.  On Sundays when we … Declaration versus Delivery of GraceRead more

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In Constant Prayer: Praying the Hours

I just finished reading In Constant Prayer by Robert Benson, part of Thomas Nelson’s “The Ancient Practices Series.”  This book was generally about the practice … In Constant Prayer: Praying the HoursRead more

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Daily Prayer – For Individials and Families

I value the liturgy greatly in the public worship of the church.  But I must admit when considering what to do with my family at … Daily Prayer – For Individials and FamiliesRead more

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The issue is not the technology

Screens and projectors in the church.  Okay.  Everybody calm down.    Get a beer or a coffee or whatever you need. I know that one of … The issue is not the technologyRead more