The Lutheran Difference: Priesthood and Ministry (Downloadable) - Downloadable

Chosen people. Living Sacrifices. Public Ministry.

So many opinions. What do you believe?

(6 Sessions) As Lutherans interact with other Christians, they often struggle to explain their beliefs and practices. Although many Lutherans have learned the “what” of Lutheran doctrines, they do not always understand the “why.” Based on God's Word as faithfully reflected in the Lutheran Confessions, this study will help you to state clearly what you believe.

Contents

• About This Series
• Student Introduction
• An Overview of Christian Denominations
• Lutheran Facts
• Baptism and Priesthood
• The Priesthood at Worship
• The Priesthood at Work
• The Office of the Holy Ministry
• Qualities and Tasks
• Call and Ordination
• Leader Guide Introduction
• Answers
• Appendix of Lutheran Teaching
• Glossary

Study includes leader guide, glossary of terms, comparison sections showing the beliefs of various denominations and church bodies, and an appendix of orthodox Lutheran teaching.

Author info - Rev. Armand Boehme is associate pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Waseca, Minnesota. Currently on sabbatical, Pastor Boehme is serving as the volunteer theological educator at People of God Evangelical Lutheran Seminary in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

The Lutheran Difference series identifies how Lutherans differ from other Christian denominations and shows from the Bible why Lutherans differ. If you are a Lutheran, these studies will prepare you to share your faith. If you are not a Lutheran, they will help you understand the Lutheran difference.