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Expertise
I am happy to field questions regarding Lutheran theology and practice, and it's context within the western catholic tradition. General questions on the Christian faith are also welcome.
Experience in the area
I have served in lay ministry for over ten years, and am currently a pastor in a small, confessional Lutheran communion in the Evangelical Catholic tradition. I have worked with several Lutheran and non-Lutheran communions over the years, and have a particular fondness for catholic ecumenism.
Education/Credentials
I have a BA in Religion and Philosophy from a small midwestern Lutheran college, and am completing an M.Div. at a small, independent, Lutheran seminary in the Pacific Northwest.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| Don | 11/12/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much for your counsel ..... |
| david | 09/26/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| nerol | 08/10/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks, very helpful |
| meghan | 08/05/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you for your kind, fast, and ..... |
| carol kelly | 07/20/09 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Rev. Brad, Thank you for your ..... |
Recent Answers from Brad Varvil
2009-11-12 God:
Dear Don, beloved of God, Greetings! I don't know that anyone can speak authoritatively for the American Lutheran perspective, but I'll offer you this Lutheran's understanding, based on Scripture and
2009-10-05 God's Law:
Craig, There's a lot in your question, and there are many good resources you could reference to debate your points. Due to this medium, I won't debate your points, but I will address your final questions
2009-09-26 conformation:
Dear David, There is no set age in the Lutheran tradition for the rite of Confirmation. Usually, it occurs between fifth and ninth grades, after a series of instruction on the core elements of the
2009-08-30 Eternal Happiness:
Dear Henry, This seems similar to question you may have asked recently. Eternal happiness is reunion with the only true God-- the one who made you, and seeks to redeem you from the sin and death which
2009-08-27 Moksha:
Dear Henry, Perhaps you did not intend to send your list of questions to a Lutheran pastor, but since you did, I will take that as an act of divine grace intervening for your benefit. While Krishna
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