Companion Synods – “But why?”

I recently shared with a friend that one of my goals for the year 2021 is to grow in my relationship with God. Her response was not what I had anticipated. She asked me: “Why?”. The truth is, I [...]

Truly, I say to you…

It has been a long crazy week, hasn't it? Each day we have looked at the diverse needs of God's children. Have you been thinking, "There is just so much need, I am only one person; what could I [...]

I was in prison, and you came to me

I am the least of these, and yet, I am enough. I am His beloved even in my messiness. God never left me alone, I was never forgotten. I came back to Church on the Street the next Tuesday, and [...]

I was sick, and you cared for me

With all the scientific study, it can be difficult to see the person behind the disease or the soul inside the body. That is a skill that can be present for some early on in their career or take [...]

I was naked, and you clothed me

Today's focus is: "I was naked, and you clothed me." We don't often encounter people who literally have no clothes. Most people can find something to put on and cover-up.  But finding something [...]

I was a stranger, and you welcomed me

The church was where I escaped from a family who hurt me. Since the Church was across the Street, I would sneak in and sit in the back row. I felt safe there. It’s rather funny, because here I am [...]

I was thirsty and you gave me a drink

For the past six months I have had the privilege of serving as part-time pastor with Church on the Street and as part-time pastor with Our Savior’s Lutheran Church.  This is a one year pilot to [...]

I was Hungry and you gave me food.

Today, we begin our Lenten journey together with your Neighbors in Solidarity of the South Dakota Synod. The Gospel, which Church on the Street was founded on, is Matthew 25:35-36,40. For the [...]

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