Epicurious Lutheran

Driven by curiosity to taste the goodness of God


  • It’s A God Thing

    Ok … so a guy calls this afternoon after finding my name and office phone number on a piece of paper.  The paper said “If you want to change your life, please call.”  I’ve never put out something like that.  This guy didn’t know I was a pastor.  We talked about some things he wants… Continue reading

  • Lutheran Colleges

    Here are some links about Lutheran colleges.  For some reason, there doesn’t seem to be a Lutheran College Fair in Northern Virginia as there has been in the past. www.lutherancolleges.org www.whygolutheran.org Continue reading

  • INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECASTED FOR THIS WEEKEND

    We are currently under a Winter Storm Warning. At this time, we’re working with ministry leaders to ensure accurate communication. Current information will be posted on the Congregational Care line (571-921-4245), on our website (www.BethelManassas.org), and I will post status updates on Facebook and Twitter (hashtag #belc). At this time, we don’t know for sure… Continue reading

  • A Prayer After the Earthquake in Haiti

    A Prayer After the Earthquake in Haiti Lord, at times such as this, when we realize that the ground beneath our feet is not as solid as we had imagined, we plead for your mercy. As the things we have built crumble about us, we know too well how small we truly are on this… Continue reading

  • Homosexuality in the News

    I have been intrigued by the developments around a proposed Ugandan bill that would imprison or kill homosexuals.  Their stance is in accord with Scriptures: “If a man lies with a male as with a woman, both of them have committed an abomination; they shall be put to death; their blood is upon them” (Leviticus… Continue reading

  • Question for the Day

    What do you think are the top 2 questions or issues facing the Church today? Why? Continue reading