Collection of Historical Essays http://essays.wls.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/4 2026-10-19T23:54:40Z 2026-10-19T23:54:40Z Selke, Esther A http://essays.wls.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/7791 2026-10-16T20:36:58Z 1927-01-01T00:00:00Z

The Beginnings of The German Lutheran Churches in Minnesota with a Sketch of Their Development Selke, Esther A This historical study traces the establishment and early development of Lutheran congregations in Minnesota during the mid-nineteenth century, especially among German immigrant settlers. Drawing on synodical records, missionary reports, census data, correspondence, and congregational histories, the author examines the migration patterns of German Lutherans into Minnesota and the efforts of various Lutheran church bodies to provide pastoral care and organize congregations. Particular attention is given to the work of pioneer missionaries and pastors such as Wilhelm Loehe's missionary agents, F. W. Wier, William A. Passavant, C. F. Heyer, and others who labored among scattered settlements. The study explores the formation of congregations, the creation and development of the Minnesota Synod, relations among the Missouri, Wisconsin, Ohio, Buffalo, and Pennsylvania synodical traditions, and the theological and organizational controversies that accompanied church growth. Through these developments, the work documents the foundations of Lutheran institutional and congregational life in Minnesota prior to the later consolidation of major Lutheran bodies. Generated by Microsoft Copilot. A Thesis Submitted to the Graduate Faculty of the University of Minnesota by Mrs. Esther A. Selke in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Arts. 1927

1927-01-01T00:00:00Z Nass, Nathan C. http://essays.wls.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/7789 2026-10-16T19:20:06Z 2025-03-13T00:00:00Z

These Are Written: The Canon of the Bible According to the Bible Itself Nass, Nathan C. Lutherans hold firmly to the principle of sola scriptura—“the Word alone.” Everything we believe and teach is based on the Word of God. Where do we find that Word of God? In the inspired books of the Bible. Yet, with such an emphasis on the Word of God in our congregations, our church members often struggle with a simple question: “How do we know we have the right books?” Or, phrased a different way, “How do we know we have the right Word of God?” As this author studied this topic, he noted that many writers focus on the external evidence for the canon of Scripture, such as the apostolic authority of its authors and the corporate reception of the canon in the New Testament Church. This essay, however, will approach the topic of canon from a different perspective: What can be learned about the formation of the biblical canon from the Bible itself? God’s Word is self-authenticating, and this study of the Scriptures reveals that the written Word of God provides many convincing proofs of its authority and canonicity. Faith in God’s Word comes through hearing and reading the Word itself. May this essay lead all to a firmer trust in Jesus our Savior and his precious Word.

2025-03-13T00:00:00Z Krueger, Brian http://essays.wls.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/7647 2025-03-06T19:25:26Z 2003-01-01T00:00:00Z

EF 3107 Interview of Pastor Alfred Walther Krueger, Brian

2003-01-01T00:00:00Z Stuebs, Joel http://essays.wls.edu:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/7646 2025-03-06T19:23:17Z 2004-01-01T00:00:00Z

EF 3096 To aspiring young ministers_ a history of Arden Stuebs Stuebs, Joel

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