St. Stephen's Lutheran Church

I was walking with my wife, Sue, to the Thousand Palms Oasis Preserve near Palm Desert, CA. The trail stretched over a mile across...

As I write this on Tuesday, the morning news includes a story of the Russians saying they will soon withdraw some of their troops. By the...

Biblical worldview: When beliefs and actions are aligned with the Bible, acknowledging its truth and applicability to every area of life....

Let’s make this an interactive blog. If you click here, you'll see a survey with a place for your comments. I am seeking your comments...

I love Epiphany and the Epiphany Season. I know: “Epiphany” maybe sounds more like an exotic spice from the Orient, but then, to hear...

What comes first? What is most important? These two questions, though quite similar, might have different answers. How do you determine...

I've been rewatching The Crown lately. There is an episode where Prince Phillip is totally enamored of the 1968 trip to the moon. After...

Our COVID task force met Monday evening. We agreed on these two guiding principles: The health of those who come to worship is paramount...

One of the podcasts that I Iisten to, Hidden Brains, ends each show with a nod to unsung heroes, typically staff members or volunteers...

Christmas Eve, 7 pm Carols, Candlelight, and Communion Sunday, Dec. 26, 10 am A simple, festive service of lessons and carols (borrowed...