One of the greatest treasures in the Lutheran Church is the Lutheran Confessions,

but it has not always been that way.

From June 1 to 3rd, Concordia University, Chicago,

is hosting a seminar on the role of the confessional documents

in the 19th century confessional revival.

We invite you to come and learn about the recovery of the Lutheran confessions

through lectures and workshops,

along with opportunities for prayer and fellowship.

For more information, please visit www.cuchicago.edu

slash confessionalism seminar.

The Annunciation Him, the Angel Gabriel.

So he comes, the angel, rejoice, highly favored one.

The Lord is with you, blessed are you among women,

and this young woman says,

behold the maid servant of the Lord.

Let it be to me according to your word.

Why does 16th century reformer Martin Luther focus here on Mary's faith?

Welcome back to Issues, et cetera.

I'm Todd Wilkin joining us to talk about the Annunciation of Our Lord,

celebrated by the Church on the 25th of March.

Dr. James Lee, Associate Professor of Theology at Concordia University,

Chicago, Dr. Lee, welcome back.

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