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• Pastor Karyn's message for: Sun, Feb. 22 2026• John 11:1-44 (Jesus Raises Lazarus)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki February 22, 2026 Today we heard two stories — one in a garden and one in a wilderness — and though they seem far apart, they share something deeply human. In the garden, God spoke trust, saying you are free, you have enough, and you belong here. And then another voice entered asking, “Did God really say…?” It was a whisper — a suggestion that maybe what God has given is not […] The post First Sunday in Lent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Life's NOT fair! It's not fair when we work hard and don't get what we want. It's not fair when someone else doesn't work hard and gets what we want. And, it's not fair when we don't work hard and still get what we want. The Parable of the Prodigal Son can help us discover and share God's AGAPe Love even when life seems unfair! It's not fair that our God loves us even when we don't deserve it, in turn we can share an unconditional AGAPe love with our neighbors, friends, and family.

In this episode, we are continuing our series examiningdifferences in beliefs from different churches and groups! Next up for our assessment of churches/groups is to evaluate the Lutheran Churches, specifically LCMS, WELS, and ELCA, against some primary Biblical doctrines.

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki February 18, 2026 Jesus' words from the Sermon on the Mount were deceptively simple. He said, “Beware of practicing your righteousness before others in order to be seen by them.” Notice that he did not criticize prayer, generosity, or fasting. He assumed them. Instead, what he exposed was something deeper — the human desire to be seen as good, to be admired for our faithfulness, to measure our worth by how we […] The post Ash Wednesday appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Stanton's message for Wed., Feb. 18 2026• John 10:1-18 (The Good Shepherd)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year A• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

Christopher Richmann teaches religion and is assistant director for teaching and learning with the Academy for Teaching and Learning at Baylor University. An ordained ELCA pastor, Christopher serves St. John Lutheran Church in Gatesville, TX. He joins Kelsi to discuss his new book with 1517 Publishing, Stretched: A Study Guide for Lent and the Entire Christian Life.Lent often conjures images of self-denial and fasting, leaving many Christians confused about its true significance. Kelsi and Christopher delve into the historical and biblical roots of Lent, shedding light on its importance for the everyday Christian. Show Notes: 1517's Faith and Reason ConferenceSupport 15171517 PodcastsThe 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts1517 on YouTubeKelsi KlembaraFollow Kelsi on InstagramFollow Kelsi on TwitterKelsi's SubstackSubscribe to the Show:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYoutubeMore from Christopher: Order StretchedRead Christopher's Articles at 1517

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Feb. 15 2026• John 9:1-41 (The Man Born Blind)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Sarah Freyermuth February 15, 2026 During Youth Group a few weeks ago, we were watching a video that talked about how important it is that Jesus came to the world as a poor baby from Bethlehem, which the video jokingly and not-so-nicely referred to as a “backwater of a backwater town in those days.” And after the video, I asked the youth why they thought it mattered that Jesus came to us in this form, […] The post Transfiguration of Our Lord appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

What's your happy place? That physical space, or maybe it's an activity or hobby, where you can escape the stress and worries of the world if even just for a moment. For a while now Pastor Chad has recognized and named that “we are not OK,” the world is weighing us down, especially when we get trapped in the “outrage, scandal, tragedy, algorithm machine” of Social Media and the 24-Hour News Cycle. A happy place can provide a temporary escape from the world but we can't stay there forever. In our Focus Text the disciples want to stay on the mountaintop with Jesus (and Moses & Elijah) forever, but Jesus leads them back down the mountain as they continue their journey to Jerusalem and the Cross. The world needed Jesus and the disciples back in the everyday reality not stuck in a happy place. And the world needs us rested and refreshed to care for our neighbors who are also ‘not OK' and are in need of an AGAPe kind of love in their life.

On today's program, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has sued a small church in California for legal title to its property—but that small church is fighting back. We'll have details.  And, a hacker drained $85,000 from an Oklahoma church's bank account. Then in North Dakota, a woman was indicted for stealing over $600,000 from a church she worked at. Both cases highlight why ordinary access to church finances can equal extraordinary losses—and the need for tightening protocols. Also, six months ago, Barnabas Aid came under scrutiny for accusations of financial mismanagement. Now, under new leadership, the ministry is working hard to turn things around. Plus, Bible Study Fellowship prepares its new headquarters in Grapevine, Texas. But first, Agape Flights, a Christian aviation ministry, lost contact with one of its planes last Thursday. The next day, search and rescue teams found the plane crashed in the Haitian mountains. No one on board survived the crash. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Isaac Wood, Kim Roberts, Scott Barkley, Jessica Eturralde, Makella Knowles, and Christina Darnell. A special thanks to Baptist Press for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

In this episode, we are continuing our series examiningdifferences in beliefs from different churches and groups! Next up for our assessment of churches/groups is to evaluate the Lutheran Churches, specifically LCMS, WELS, and ELCA, against some primary Biblical doctrines.

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Feb. 1 2026• Matthew 5:13-20 (You are the Light of the World)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Feb. 8 2026• John 4:46-54 (Healing Stories)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

We live in a largely individualistic society today, what's mine is mine, after all, I am not ‘my brother's keeper.” Connecting with our neighbor is a nice thing to do but totally optional. In Jesus' day, the community was central and caring for your neighbor was expected. In our Focus Text this week Jesus tells the Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man. The Rich Man went through life not ‘seeing' Lazarus just outside the threshold of his home. Pastor Chad invites us to consider the neighbors we are not ‘seeing' because we do not cross the threshold of our own little world. There is so much the larger world has to offer when we step outside the thresholds and really connect with all our neighbors. When we take that step, when we get to know our neighbors, help meet their needs, and welcome others into a larger community, we are helping bring the vision of God's Kingdom into reality here and now.

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Feb. 4 2026• Matthew 5:1-12 (The Beautitudes)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Karyn's message for: Sun, Feb. 1 2026• John 4:1-42 (Woman at the Well)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Sarah Freyermuth February 1, 2026 Our Gospel passage today is the beginning of the most famous sermon of all time: The Sermon on the Mount, the first of Jesus' teaching. Pastor Jason and I joked a few months ago that sometimes we're tempted instead of preaching to just read the Gospel again and sit down, because there's nothing we can say that says it better than Jesus himself. So with that I'll head out. No […] The post Fourth Sunday after Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

Last week Pastor Stephanie spoke about doing what was right vs what was considered the correct thing to do. The right thing is to put AGAPe Love into action in your life. This week she invites us to consider how we can do that right thing even when it is hard to feel love for our neighbors who are so very different from us. Developing empathy for our neighbor who is not like us helps us see they too are created in the image of God, imago dei, and are valued by God worth searching for like the lost sheep in the parable Jesus tells in this week's Focus Text.

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Jan. 28 2026• Matthew 4:12-23 (Light in the Darkness)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Jan. 25 2026• John 3:1-21 (Nicodemus Visits Jesus)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki January 25, 2026 There is a heaviness in the air these days. Protests across the country. Federal agents murdering U.S. citizens. You don't need to follow the news closely to feel it. You can hear it in the way people talk to one another. And you can feel it in the exhaustion so many people are carrying — especially those who already know what it means to be watched, questioned, targeted, or […] The post Fourth Sunday after Epiphany appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

In our Focus Text for this week Jesus challenges the idea that the 'correct' thing to do is always the right thing to do. The correct thing would be to NOT to do any work on the Sabbath Day, the right thing was healing a suffering man. He also challenges our assumptions about what is a place of honor and who should be welcome at the table. Do not assume your place of privilege & power, rather invite the powerless to find a place at the table.

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Jan. 18 2026• John 2:13-25 (Jesus Cleanses the Temple)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Today, as Jesus rises up from the Jordan River, as the heavens are opened and the Holy Spirit descends like a dove, we get our first look at Jesus as an adult in the Gospel of Matthew. Just the chapter before he was a child in Nazareth! The huge time jump in Matthew's Gospel can feel abrupt, can make it seem at first glance like Jesus simply appeared one day at the Jordan River, fully-formed and ready to begin his ministry... The post The Baptism of Our Lord appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Stanton's message for Wed., Jan. 14 2026• Matthew 3:13-17 (A Voice Cries Out in the Wilderness)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Jan. 11 2026• Matthew 2:1-12, 16-18 (The Magi Visit Christ)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

We've turned Epiphany into such a sweet story – with a leading star, three kings, and unique presents. But Matthew doesn't tell a nursery story connected to Jesus' birth. He tells us something far stranger — and far more serious. He tells us about magi who were outsiders, foreigners, even Zoroastrian priests who showed up in Jerusalem with gifts... The post Epiphany of Our Lord appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Stanton's message for Wed., Jan. 7 2026• John 1:1-18 (The Word Became Flesh)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Tom Gehring January 4, 2026 Listen to Rev. Tom’s sermon here! The post Second Sunday of Christmas appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Karyn's message for: Sun, Dec. 28 2025• Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 (The Holy Family flees to Egypt)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Sarah Freyermuth December 28, 2025 Today's Gospel would be an incredibly hard text to hear at any time of the year, but reading it just a few days after Christmas? It's especially jarring! On Christmas Eve we read about a baby boy lying in the manger, about the angels and the shepherds, and Mary treasuring each moment and pondering them all in her heart. And when we hear this story, it's easy to gloss over […] The post First Sunday of Christmas appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Karyn's message for Christmas Day, Thur., Dec. 25 2025• Luke 2:1-20 (The Birth of Jesus)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Stanton's message for Christmas Eve, Wed., Dec. 24 2025• Luke 2:1-20 (The Birth of Jesus)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church December 24, 2025 Rev. Jason S. Glombicki It doesn't really feel like Christmas tonight. After all, it’s unseasonably warm and the snow has melted. And maybe that's exactly why the Christmas story sounds different this year. Every year we hear this same story. But every year, something different catches my attention. Some years it's the angels. Some years it's the shepherds. Some years it's the thoughtfulness of Mary. But this year, it’s the contrast Luke sets up so […] The post Christmas Eve Service appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Dec. 21 2025• Isaiah 41:5-10, Matthew 1:18-25 (The angel visits Joseph in a dream)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Sarah Freyermuth December 21, 2025 We're still in the season of Advent, but today we get a birth story! And let me tell you, every time I read Matthew's birth story, I get really grateful for the Gospel of Luke. Because if this is Jesus' birth story, where are the shepherds in the field? Where are the angels that appear to them saying, “I bring you good news of great joy for all the people!” […] The post Seventh Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

What happens when the person preaching on Sunday morning believes something completely different than the folks sitting in the pews? Well friends, that's exactly what we're digging into today. My buddy Ryan Burge brought the graphs—including some brand new data that hasn't even dropped on his Substack yet—and let me tell you, it's a real deal predicament for Mainline Protestantism. Turns out about 60-70% of mainline clergy identify as liberal, but only about 25% of the people in the pews do. That's not a gap, that's a canyon. We're talking ELCA, UCC, PCUSA, Episcopalians—the whole crew. And look, Ryan and I are both mainline folks, so we're not throwing rocks across the river here. We're throwing rocks at our own faces. We get into why this disconnect exists, what the "silver tsunami" of aging Boomers means for these congregations, and why young progressive folks aren't joining our churches even though we thought we built them a home. It's honest, it's a little uncomfortable, and yeah, we also talk about Zion Williamson and Christmas movies because that's just how we roll. If you want to go deeper on where American religion is headed, join me and Ryan along with Tony Jones for our upcoming class The Rise of the Nones this January at www.AmericanNones.com. Come on. You can WATCH the conversation and see the graphs on YouTube Dr. Ryan Burge is a professor of practice at the Danforth Center on Religion and Politics at Washington University in St. Louis. He is the author or co-author of four books including The Nones, The American Religious Landscape, and The Great Dechurching. He has written for the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal and POLITICO. He has also appeared on 60 Minutes, where Anderson Cooper called him, “one of the leading data analysts of religion and politics in the United States.” Previous Visits from Ryan Burge ⁠Gen Z Revival?: The Next Chapter in American Religious Life⁠ The 2024 Election & Religion Post-Mortem Distrust & Denominations Trust, Religion, & a Functioning Democracy What it's like to close a church The Future of Christian Education & Ministry in Charts The Sky is Falling & the Charts are Popping! Graphs about Religion & Politics w/ Spicy Banter a Year in Religion (in Graphs) Evangelical Jews, Educated Church-Goers, & other bits of dizzying data 5 Religion Graphs w/ a side of Hot Takes Myths about Religion & Politics Join us at Theology Beer Camp, October 8-10, in Kansas City!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠UPCOMING ONLINE CLASS: The Rise of the Nones⁠⁠ One-third of Americans now claim no religious affiliation. That's 100 million people.  But here's what most church leaders get wrong: they're not all the same. Some still believe in God. Some are actively searching. Some are quietly indifferent. Some think religion is harmful.  Ryan Burge & Tony Jones have conducted the first large-scale survey of American "Nones", which reveals 4 distinct categories—each requiring a different approach. Understanding the difference could transform everything from your ministry to your own spiritual quest. ⁠⁠Get info & join the donation-based class (including 0) here.⁠⁠ This podcast is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Homebrewed Christianity ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠production. Follow ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the Homebrewed Christianity⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Theology Nerd Throwdown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rise of Bonhoeffer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcasts for more theological goodness for your earbuds. Join over 75,000 other people by joining our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack - Process This!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get instant access to over 50 classes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.TheologyClass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast, drop a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, send ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback/questions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠member of the HBC Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Dec. 14 2025• Jeremiah 1:4-10, Luke 1:26-39 (The angel visits Mary)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

In last week's gospel, we met John the Baptist. We heard him calling people to turn toward God's way of justice and renewal. And, John was, in many ways, the first-century equivalent of a hype person—the person sent ahead to stir anticipation and build excitement. And, after all that hype, John asks an unimaginable question. From prison, he asked Jesus, “Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?” And it seems jarring. John had spent years proclaiming that the Messiah... The post Sixth Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

In this episode, Pastor Dan Smail and Pastor Wendy Farone welcome our guest, the newly installed Bishop Melissa Stoller, from the Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod, to discuss her new role as bishop, expectations for the future of the synod and the ELCA and much more!

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Dec. 10 2025• Matthew 3:1-12 (Proclamation of John the Baptist)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

"Your Matter Matters" is an innovative podcast series developed in collaboration with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and the Anazao Podcast Network, spearheaded by Pastors Will Rose and Thomas Johnston. This series aspires to facilitate meaningful conversations about the intersection of faith and science, providing an educational platform for small groups and churches to engage with contemporary scientific topics that resonate with the faithful community. During the interview, we delve into the motivation behind this initiative, exploring the necessity of addressing challenging questions within a theological context, particularly in a world increasingly dominated by scientific discourse. The discussion highlights the importance of fostering an environment where curiosity and inquiry are encouraged, allowing individuals to navigate the complexities of their beliefs alongside scientific understanding. As we embark on this journey, we invite our listeners to consider the profound implications of their own existence and the collective matters that bind us all together.The Whole Church Podcast presents a profound dialogue exploring the intersection of faith and science through the lens of the upcoming podcast event, "Your Matter Matters!" Hosted by Joshua Noel and TJ Blackwell, this episode features the insightful contributions of Pastors Will Rose and Thomas Johnston, who articulate the objectives and aspirations behind their collaborative initiative with the ELCA and the Anazao Podcast Network. This endeavor is designed to foster meaningful discussions within church communities about scientific topics that often provoke ambivalence and skepticism among congregants. The episode delves into the importance of creating a safe space for congregants to engage with these complex issues, encouraging them to navigate the sometimes turbulent waters of faith and scientific inquiry together. Through their project, the pastors aim to empower small groups and individuals to confront and reconcile seemingly conflicting narratives, ultimately affirming that faith and science need not be adversaries, but rather partners in the pursuit of truth. Listeners are invited to consider how their faith communities can address contemporary scientific challenges, from climate change to advancements in technology, and how such discussions can enrich the spiritual lives of congregants. The episode emphasizes the necessity of dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect among differing perspectives, reinforcing the core message that every individual's matter is significant and deserves recognition. In this light, the podcast serves not only as an educational tool but also as an impetus for broader ecclesiastical unity, inviting listeners to reflect on their own beliefs while engaging with others in a spirit of openness and inquiry.Takeaways: The upcoming podcast event 'Your Matter Matters' aims to foster dialogue between faith and science, addressing the challenges that often arise between these two domains. Pastors Will Rose and Thomas Johnston emphasize the importance of recognizing that all individuals, regardless of their beliefs, are part of creation and possess inherent value. The podcast will serve as a resource for small groups and churches to engage with scientific topics that may present challenges to faith-based communities. Listeners are encouraged to explore the questions posed in the podcast, understanding that they are not alone in their inquiries about faith and science. The series will include discussions with experts on topics such as evolution, cosmology, and the intersection of faith with contemporary scientific issues. The initiative seeks to create a supportive environment where congregations can openly discuss difficult questions and learn from each other's perspectives. .Check out all of the other shows in...

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Vicar Sarah Freyermuth December 7, 2025 Here at Wicker Park we celebrate a seven week Advent season, and let me tell you—I love that we celebrate it for many reasons, not least of which is that I started playing Christmas music really early and justified it to everyone in my life by saying “it's Advent! I'm allowed to!” (Hey, I love it for all the theological reasons too!) But one thing those of you who grew […] The post Fifth Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Dec. 3 2025• Matthew 24:36-44 (The Need for Watchfulness)• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Stanton's message for: Sun, Nov. 30 2025• Luke 1:5-14a (John the Baptist's Birth Foretold)• Narrative Lectionary: Year 4• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us! 1stlu.org/worship

• Pastor Karyn's message for Wed., Nov. 26 2025• Isaiah 9:1-7, John 6:25-35• Revised Common Lectionary: Year C• From First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI• Support this ministry at 1stlu.org/give• Join us for worship! 1stlu.org/worship

Wicker Park Lutheran Church Rev. Jason S. Glombicki November 23, 2025 Today is the third Sunday of Advent and we gather days before Thanksgiving. Some of us are excited for the week ahead. Some are dreading difficult conversations at the table. Some are grieving someone who will not be there this year. Some are tired from the news, the world, or the long list of things to do. And Advent meets us right here—in real life, in real complexity, and […] The post Third Sunday of Advent appeared first on Wicker Park Lutheran Church.

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A Texas pastor has a divine recruitment strategy—he's telling Christians to “Join ICE for Jesus.” We unpack his unholy mix of nationalism, cruelty, and theology while trying to keep their blood pressure in check. Also in this episode: • A preacher blames the wrong calendar for the rapture's no-show • Mormons raise nearly $400K for a shooter's family • Catholic preschools lose their anti-LGBTQ discrimination case • Florida high school gets “Witchy Wednesday” backlash • The ELCA names its first Black presiding bishop Then, we face off over a big question: Should atheists be anti-theists—or can religion still have a place in a secular world?