Pastors' Columns
These columns are written by pastors of local churches and appear weekly in the Herald Journal newspapers
The Messiah - truth or myth?
By Rev. Robert Rupprecht, St. John Lutheran Church of HollywoodHave you made room for Jesus?
By Rev. Dan Swanson, First Baptist Church, CokatoAdvent a time to prepare for the real season of Christmas
By Pastor Elizabeth Hadler, Montrose United Methodist ChurchA case of pheasant forensics
By Dr. Tom C. Rakow, Pastor, Grace Bible Church, Silver LakeGod’s promised gift of an eternal inheritance
By Pastor Tom Starkjohn, Harvest Community Church, WinstedWhy do we need Thanksgiving?
By Rev. Leland D. Bendix, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Middleville TownshipBring God’s promises to life
By Father Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedThanksgiving is more than speaking the right words
By Rev. Michael Nirva, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeJesus is the real deal
By Pastor Robert Hellmann, St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran, MontroseWhen the storms come
By Pastor Derek Forseth, Blessed Hope Church, Howard LakeOrdinary people can make possible God’s extra-ordinary blessings
Pastor's Corner, By Pastor Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyDiscipleship helping others become all they can be in Christ
By Pastor Frank Moyer, Celebration Community Church, MontroseWe must teach civility and compassion, as Jesus did
By Pastor Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church, Lester PrairieHealthy laments end with hope
By Pastor David Sorensen, Evangelical Lutheran Church, CokatoThe promise of peace in a troubled world
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeStop complaining and get on with it
By Rev. Sherri L. Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieDeath the enemy we just can’t beat
By Rev. Gerald Boldt, St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran, WinstedIt is power to serve, for God is love
By Father Robert Mraz, Holy Family Catholic Church, Silver LakeThere is a price to pay,
By Pastor Paul Marggraf, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, DelanoThe perfect match
By Pastor Daniel Runke
Albion Evangelical Free Church, CokatoA name above all names
By Pastor Elizabeth Hadler, Montrose United Methodist ChurchCast all your cares on Him
By Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoWhat is a pleasing sacrifice to God?
By Pastor Thomas Starkjohn, Harvest Community Church, WinstedTouching the dirt
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoHospitality brings blessings
By Father Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedBring your anxiety to the One who cares
By Rev. Michael Nivra, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeTrue religion is reflected in the way this life is lived
By Pastor Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church, Lester PrairieThe significance of little things
By Pastor Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoAre you a peacemaker?
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyTaking a walk in 'wilderness times'
By Rev. Elizabeth Hadler, Montrose United Methodist Church
Remember the One who made the ultimate sacrifice for freedom
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeThanks, Mom, for insisting on nap time
By Rev. Sherri L. Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester Prairie‘In the world, but not of the world,'
By Rev. Kevin Opatz, Good News Church, Howard LakeGod’s commands express His love for us
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoTrue faith comes from within,
By Rev. Mark Winther, Walker United Methodist ChurchOverhauled to be a new creation in Christ
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoResurrection right with God
By Rev. Herman R. Hannemann, Interim Pastor, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieHow much is too much?
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoLooking for the 'real' Jesus,
By Rev. Leland D. Bendix, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Middleville TownshipHope is found within the heart of faith
By Rev. Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedAre you starving on a full stomach?
By Rev. Robert Hellmann St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church, MontroseExperience the power in Christ’s words, ‘It is finished’
By Rev. Michael Nirva, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeLive with intensity, controlled by the Spirit
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church, CokatoThe inevitability of change, but the sameness of Jesus
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyBelieve in the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved
By Rev. Michael Nirva, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeSeek to make God the true priority in a busy world
By Rev. Elizabeth Hadler, Montrose United Methodist ChurchSalvation is yours by faith in Jesus Christ alone
By Rev. Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church UCC, Lester PrairieSeek the Lord in all things - it's a matter of trust
By Rev. Derek Forseth, Blessed Hope Church, Howard LakeLife - a precious and sacred gift
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeWhat is the purpose God has given us for this life on earth?
By Rev. Kevin Opatz, Good News Church, Howard Lake
What is it about Christmas that makes it wonderful and powerful
By Rev. Sherri Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieA look at the history of 'Sinterklaas' - St. Nicholas around the world
By Father Robert Mraz, Holy Family Catholic Church, Silver LakeClasp Christmas close to your heart as you prepare this year
By Rev. Mark Winther, Walker United Methodist, Howard LakeTake time to cleanse your temples from idols in your life
By Rev. Daniel Runke, Albion Evangelical Free Church, Cokato'Peace on Earth' - more than a carol phrase or a line on a card
By Rev. Julie Malone, Mt. Hermon Lutheran Church, AnnandaleWhat is the meaning of 'The End?'
By Rev. Leland Bendix, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, AnnandaleA pastor's address on racism present in the United States
By Father Timothy Cloutier, St. Mary's Catholic Church, WaverlyNovember is a time of preparation on the church calendar
By Father Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedPraise the Lord your God for the good land He has given you
By Rev. Michael Nirva, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeThe world could be a much better place if only people were nicer
By Rev. Robert Hellmann, St. Paul's Lutheran, MontroseWho needs a physician but the sick? Do you know you are ill?
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoAre you listening closely to God, or do you forget to listen?
By Rev. Elizabeth Hadler, Montrose United Methodist ChurchWho has top priority in your life? Is it God or material things?
By Scott Yates, Howard Lake Christian Church, Howard LakeThe moral standard of the church according to God's word
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyHas today's church outlived the usefulness to the community?
By Rev. Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church, Lester PrairieGod's timetable is perfect for every situation in our lives
By Rev. Kevin Opatz, Good News Church, Howard LakeWhere does the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod stand in its belief?
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, Associate Pastor, St. James Lutheran, HLWhere can we find a meaningful small town ministry around here?
By Rev. Sherri Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieAre we using spiritual wisdom or human wisdom in our lives?
By Rev. Rick Messer, Howard Lake Christian Church, Howard LakeMary, mother of God - what does it really mean to the church?
By Rev. Robert Mraz, Holy Family Catholic Church, Silver LakeTo understand watermelon wisdom
By Rev. Mark Winther, Walker United Methodist Church, Howard LakeThe argument between creation and evolution
By Rev. Grant T. Bode, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieOh God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come
By Rev. Daniel Runke, Albion Evangelical Free Church, Albion TownshipThere are no brakes on the right side of the car
By Rev. Julie Malone, Mt. Hermon Lutheran Church, Albion TownshipThe blessings of a warm fellowship with believers
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoPerseverance requires a long and wide view of life
By Rev. Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedThe foolishness of making excuses to God
By Rev. Michael Nirva, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeLeaving it to chance is just monkeying around
By Rev. Robert Hellmann, St. Paul's and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, MontroseHow smart are you? Are you sure about that?
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoGo to every nation and make the people my disciples
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyBeing a regular churchgoer and enjoying the challenge
By Rev. Arthur Hill, Montrose United MethodistLest we forget the men and women who fought to be free
By Rev. Gerald Boldt, St. John Evangelical Lutheran, WinstedThe virtue of doubt and how it plays a factor in our life
By Rev. Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church, Lester PrairieHow do you measure a mother's success in life?
By Rev. Derek Forseth, Blessed Hope Church, Howard LakeDid you have a burning heart this past Easter season?
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeA look at true shock and awe - that Christ died for us
By Rev. Sherri Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieRevival is God's glory and grace
By Kevin Opatz, Good News Church, Howard LakeMay we show the world Jesus through the way we live
By Rev. Robert Mraz, Holy Family Catholic Church, Silver LakeGod - a mighty fortress, a bulwark never failing
By Mark Winther, Walker United Methodist Church, Howard LakeAnnunciation of our Lord the miracle of His birth
By Rev. Grant T. Bode, St. Paul's Lutheran, Lester PrairieLive in submission, as the church submits to Christ
By Rev. Daniel Runke, Albion Evangelical Free Church, CokatoAtmosphere around us is more important than you think
By Rev. Julie Malone, Mt. Hermon Lutheran Church, AnnandaleWhat (would) does Jesus say?
By Rev. Leland Bendix, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, AnnandaleWhat are the items we are not willing to give to God?
By Scott Yates, Youth Pastor, Howard Lake Christian ChurchThis story will give you a gift that keeps giving
By Tim Borg, Youth Pastor, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoGod stands ready to forgive and forget our sins
By Rev. Paul Wolf, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, WinstedWatch out for the deceitful snake in the grass
By Robert Hellmann, St. Paul's and Trinity Lutheran Churches, MontroseAre you tired from the holidays?
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen, Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoTrying to remember what year to write down
By Rev. Daniel Runke, Albion Evangelical Free Church, CokatoAnother new year, but let it not be the same as last
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, WaverlyThe birth of human worth, bringing meaning to our lives
By Rev. Bill Baldwin, Prairie Community Church, Lester PrairieMay great peace of heart and mind be with you
By Rev. Derek Forseth, Blessed Hope Church, Howard LakeWhat is the meaning and significance of Jesus' names?
By Rev. Martin Schoenfeld, St. James Lutheran Church, Howard LakeAdvent should be a time to seek the face of Jesus
By Sherri L. Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieHow can I continue growing in my relationship with God
By Kevin Opatz, Good News Church, Howard LakeWhat is our attitude of gratitude towards God?
By Rev. Robert Mraz, Holy Family Catholic Church, Silver LakeTeach us to number our days, that we may be wise
By Rev. Debra Clausen, Walker United Methodist Church, Howard LakeThe miracle of turning water into the best wine
By Rev. Grant Bode, St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Lester PrairieRemembering all who have died for our freedom
By Rev. Daniel Runke, Albion Evangelical Free ChurchA thought on the reward of wisdom and truth
By Rev. Lyndon Korhonen,Good Shepherd Free Lutheran, CokatoIt is easier to give when we realize we have enough
By Rev. Sherri L. Sandoz, Bethel Lutheran Church, Lester Prairie, 10/28/02We are accountable for our actions, good and bad
By Rev. Robert Ramphal, Oster First Covenant Church, Waverly, 10/21/02You good-for-nothing blankety blank blank blank
By Rev. Robert Hellmann, St. Paul's and Trinity Lutheran, Montrose, 10/14/02How to secure peace
By Rev. Bill Baldwin, Evangelical UCC, Lester Prairie, 10/7/02See our directory of area Churches and Christian Schools
The Conclusion of the MatterNow all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter:
Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.
For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.
Ecclesiastes 12:13-14
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