LATEST WRITINGS FROM PASTOR PHILIP HOPPE

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Harry Stamps Obituary–Why are people reading it?

I am sure some of you have read part of this obituary which has gone viral.  It is the obituary written by one of Harry … Harry Stamps Obituary–Why are people reading it?Read more

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Did Jesus Rise from Dead? Post-Debate Reflections

If you find someone who will defend every last miracle in the Bible with diligence and then will in the same breath just as fiercely … Did Jesus Rise from Dead? Post-Debate ReflectionsRead more

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Snuffing out Ablaze?

I asked our District President, “Is Ablaze still alive?”  He said that is was alive in his heart.  Another friend wrote me and said, “Ablaze … Snuffing out Ablaze?Read more

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New LCMS Emphasis Powerpoint (Harrison)

On Luthershare.com, the free Lutheran Internet file Sharing site I created, I have placed the new LCMS emphasis in a Powerpoint form for easy use … New LCMS Emphasis Powerpoint (Harrison)Read more

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Parsonage Living?

I think perhaps we need a parsonage in St. Louis for our President. Seriously, a >$500,000 house for a man with grown children. And in … Parsonage Living?Read more

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Still Not Top Down: Installation of Matthew Harrison

At the top of the synod sits one who many of us are anxious to see lead.   And while I do not mean to be … Still Not Top Down: Installation of Matthew HarrisonRead more

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We can not help but speak….

Almost every missionary I have heard recently says some variation of the following:  due to the government’s opposition to the gospel, we cannot speak openly … We can not help but speak….Read more