Monthly Archives: May 2020

Another day, another saint…

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Martin Luther already complained about the number of holidays – just as he complained against too many fixed hours of prayer – without giving time and space to some honest work. Well, in this week of the “Ice Saints” (Eisheilige) … Continue reading →

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Savior, like a shepherd lead us…

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

When our good Lord – the very Good Shepherd – saw the multitudes, he had compassion on them, because they were bewildered and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the … Continue reading →

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The summons of death comes to all of us…

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Luther´s return from the Wartburg was risky business, but the theological doctor, pastor and professor foresaw worse if he´d remain hidden in exile and not address the serious issues in Wittenberg, but let the riot run loose. In Wittenberg things … Continue reading →

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Church of God, elect and glorious…

Posted on May 13, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Well, two tramps dropped in this morning. Funny guys. Friendly too. The one was dressed up in clerical vestments. I presume, Karlstadt looked something like that. Not shaved, green stole even in this festive Eastertide and without collar, but blue … Continue reading →

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What to look for in the gospels…

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

After his grandstand at the diet in Worms before emperor Charles V the banned and kidnapped Luther was banished on the Wartburg (1521). Not one to let an opportunity to spread the gospel go by, he got cracking and down … Continue reading →

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O splendor of God´s glory bright…

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Good morning on this frosty holiday of St. Pancras – the 2nd of the Ice Saints. It was just below zero and that perfectly normal for the season and goes with these icy fellows. German folk lore (Bauernregeln) teaches their … Continue reading →

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Sing the new song, whatever You do…

Posted on May 11, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Lovely morning in Wittenberg. The clouds are heavy. Rains might be coming. That would be a perfect start to this working week after the wonderful beginnings in church yesterday. I know, why I became a pastor. The delightful treasures of … Continue reading →

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Ready for church and to sing the praises of our God +

Posted on May 10, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Ready for church + this 4th Sunday after Easter: “Cantate”. The table is set. The candles burning and BR Klassik is playing Hector Berlioz: “Messe solennelle” (Donna Brown, Sopran; Jean-Luc Viala, Tenor; Gilles Cachemaille, Bassbariton; Monteverdi Choir; Orchestre Revolutionnaire et … Continue reading →

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Sing to the Lord a new song…

Posted on May 9, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Sing to the Lord a new song, for he performs amazing deeds.His right hand and his mighty arm accomplish deliverance.The Lord demonstrates his power to deliver; in the sight of the nations he reveals his justice.He remains loyal and faithful to the family of … Continue reading →

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Luther´s business on the Wartburg – contra Latomus – 1521

Posted on May 7, 2020 by Wilhelm Weber

Once Luther was hijacked to be put into quarantine on the Wartburg, he did not fall into despair, but into a working frenzy. Astounding, what he produced and that despite heavy attacks by his relentless foes and his urge to … Continue reading →

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