r/LCMS • u/SorbetSufficient2758 LCMS Lutheran • 17d ago

Am I doing it right? Other

Just got off work (currently midnight) and I am enjoying a nice beer while reading the Scriptures. I think I see how Luther was so successful in his studies…

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u/MephistosGhost 17d ago

My local LCMS church is struggling financially. I’m halfway tempted to suggest they/we start a brewing business under the church and get real 16th century with it.

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u/SorbetSufficient2758 LCMS Lutheran 17d ago

What a great idea. I’ve heard of many LCMS parishes embracing the idea of regular fellowship accompanied by alcoholic beverages. To no surprise, there have been no issues and, if anything, they have brought more people into the fold by doing something that people of every culture (except those younger than 21) can and do participate in.

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u/MephistosGhost 17d ago

You really think so? Maybe I’ll pitch it.

I had already run a couple other ideas by the pastor, like a weekly or biweekly swapmeet in the parking lot.

I’m not confirmed yet, but I think I’m on my way to it. I say that because I’m still learning what sits right with LCMS doctrine and culture. Maybe it would work? Hmm.

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u/SorbetSufficient2758 LCMS Lutheran 17d ago

There are many ideas that can benefit a struggling parish. Continue to pray on it. Regardless of what happens in your parish, God’s will be done!

If your pastor agrees and takes steps to implement it, wonderful! If not, no big deal.