Author Archives: Wilhelm Weber

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About Wilhelm Weber

Pastor at the Old Latin School in the Lutherstadt Wittenberg

1st Sunday after Trinity

Posted on June 1, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

Jesus Christ our Lord and God said: “He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me.” (Luke 10:16) Introit from Psalm 119: Consider mine affliction, and … Continue reading →

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Holiday of the Holy Trinity

Posted on May 27, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

“Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.” (Watchword from the holy prophet Isaiah 6:3) Introit from Psalm 145: I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy … Continue reading →

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Obituary for Ben Mathibe Mokopanele (Ps.147,3)

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

At the funeral of our long-time student representative at the Lutheran Theological Semianary in Tshwane the rector was absent and so was his representative. So the MC asked me to say a few words in  commemoration of the deceased, who … Continue reading →

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High Holiday of the Holy Spirit’s outpouring on Pentecost

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

“This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” (Watchword from the prophet Zechariah 4:6  ) Introit from Psalm 118: This is the day … Continue reading →

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7th Sunday in Easter: “Exaudi Domine vocem meam…”

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

Introit: Hearken, O Lord, unto my voice which has called out to you, alleluia; my heart declared to you: “Your countenance have I sought; I shall ever seek your countenance, O Lord; do not turn your face from me, alleluia, … Continue reading →

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The High Holiday of Christ’s Ascension

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

The Watchword Our Lord Jesus Christ promised: “And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me.” (John 12:32) The Introit Psalm 47 O clap your hands, all ye people; shout unto God with … Continue reading →

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5th Sunday in Easter: Cantate Domino…  

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

Introit from Psalm 98 O sing unto the Lord a new song; for he hath done marvellous things: his right hand, and his holy arm, hath gotten him the victory. The Lord hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath … Continue reading →

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No matter what happens…

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

  “No matter what happens, travel gives you a story to tell.” (Jewish Proverb) And going from the US Midwest to Germany’s heartland is no different. Can you imagine the poor girl, who thought I ran off with her suitcase … Continue reading →

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Jubilate: 3rd Sunday after Easter

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

  Watchword from the 2nd epistle of the apostle St. Paul to the Corinthians in the 5th chapter:“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!” (Verse 17) Introit from Psalm … Continue reading →

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Looking back as we go forward…

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Wilhelm Weber

Here’s an update on my past four months here in the States. Thank you for your gracious hospitality, friendly support and ongoing friendship all along. It’s a joy and priviledge to be on this journey together with you: https://spark.adobe.com/page/0oXufMeGuBdMR/

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