Alumni Bookshelf

In the beginning was the Word . . . This collection of fifty-six reader’s poems, combined with twenty-six original pieces of art printed in full-color, offers an inviting first read to those new to the Gospel and fresh perspective to those long familiar with its themes. Like artists throughout the centuries, siblings Samuel Rahberg and Natalie Rahberg have employed the disciplines of writing and visual art to share with others the fruits of their own prayer. May each reader be led back to the Christ revealed in the Gospel of John. Samuel Rahberg is a spiritual director and author in Saint Paul, MN. Natalie Rahberg is a working artist in McKinney, TX.

Each chapter includes a scripture verse, personal story, writing prompt, and a prayer. Readers are invited to record their own reflections. It isn’t just a book to read. It’s a doorway toward something bigger. An Irish Proverb: “Always remember that hindsight is the best insight into foresight.”

Everyone takes this journey called life, and the journey must come to an end…but no one is alone. Everyone experiences grief in their lifetime, and everyone eventually faces death—whether walking a loved one through the dying process or facing it oneself. The question is, how best can one help others and oneself to manage grief and death? Leveraging thirty-five years of ministry and his own death-grief experiences, Rev. Tom Evans offers a practical guide to help people navigate death’s physical and spiritual transitions so they can grieve their loss and move forward to a fulfilled journey on earth and in the hereafter. In Called to Grieve, Rev. Evans answers many questions people have about the roller coaster of dying and death, what Heaven may be like, and how to move through the grieving process. Death is a natural part of life that everyone can face without fear. With the right knowledge and understanding of grief, people can live to the fullest, replacing fear of death with fulfillment in life and the hereafter.

Find peace in God’s name. As a Christian, you know God by many names. Heavenly Father, Creator, Yahweh, and so many more. But do you know Him by the characteristics of His biblical names? Dig into His names to find peace from the worries of the world, and hold onto His name in times of hardship and anxiety. This eight-week women’s Bible study will help you examine eight different names and characteristics of God. Through personal writings, Bible stories, and Scripture, author Michelle Diercks will lead you to find peace, rest, and joy in the names of your Heavenly Father. The five daily readings per week guide your journey by offering study questions and Scripture to contemplate.

“Because God Loves Us” is a sermon, children’s message, devotional resource for laity and clergy. Aspects of God’s love are scripturally explored to address specific life issues. Critic’s Review: “This an incredibly valuable text. I read what you have to say and you do a fine job of capturing the peace and tranquility that can come with true faith. Your sermons capture the essential faith, hope, and love for all that are essential to the human condition, your words are a beacon of guidance and hope.” To purchase a copy: gallorojo@netins.net

A history of the Lutheran Heritage Foundation global mission organization that also includes a short autobiography of its founder.

The book is a resource for parents, educators, pastors and other church workers.