Historic Photo from DMLC, New Ulm,Before Amalgamation

Buffalo gals, won't you come out tonight...
Run, mateys, they are going to trample us!
Run for your lives!

Someone sent me this historic photo, from one of those special days when Northwestern College students from Watertown visited the Dr. Martin Luther College campus in New Ulm.

I had to crudely write over the Buffalo Crossing sign which one NWC wit had placed in the background.

The day was a success and many marriages ensued.

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grumpy has left a new comment on your post "Historic Photo from DMLC, New Ulm,Before Amalgamat...":

Never attended DMLC (got burned out after elementary school and prep), but I recall a friend who went to NWC referring to the female students at DMLC as "buffalos". I asked why they were called that, and he mentioned something about them coming to NWC from the western plains (for Geo-idiots, Minnesota is west of Wisconsin) in a big herd to attend football ganes (and seek a more prestigious pastor versus a lower status teacher). NWC men would sometimes serenade them with the song "Buffalo Gals Would You Come Out Tonight".

Back in ancient times, most pastors married DMLC graduates. That way, they could count on their wives as being able to play the organ for church.

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Garrett has left a new comment on your post "Historic Photo from DMLC, New Ulm,Before Amalgamat...":

Indeed. One MLC professor told me a humorous story of a traveling acting troup that stopped at DMLC to perform a rendition of Buffalo Gals. During one scene, the protagonist cowboy was sitting with his cowgirl, admiring "the herd of buffalo out in the distance." Guffaws ensued in the auditorium.

It wasn't until after the performance that the poor confused actors were informed of the 'buffalo' nickname.

bruce-church (https://bruce-church.myopenid.com/) has left a new comment on your post "Historic Photo from DMLC, New Ulm,Before Amalgamat...":

What's ironic is that many (most?) of the men who attended Northwestern were maternal sons of DMLC graduates, so for them to refer to DMLC women as buffaloes was tantamount to calling their mother a buffalo. But that thought never occurred to most Northwestern students since thinking matters through to their logical conclusion was never encouraged at Northwestern, lest one come to some un-orthodox conclusions.

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GJ - It says a lot about their view of women in general.

Does anyone want to volunteer The Score Reports?

Mexican Fan at the World Cup Match

I was shocked, too.

WELS Leaders Suggest Babtist as Expert on Lutheranism

Your WELS Church and Change Expert on Lutheranism is Babtist Brian Tubbs.

Go to this link,
http://www.churchandchange.org/site/cpage.asp?cpage_id=4872&sec_id=2691

and click on the Lutheranism link.

It would be funny if it wasn't so sad.

Protestantism

Feature Writer: Brian Tubbs

Welcome to Suite101 Protestantism. If you're looking for a site that covers issues, beliefs, and personalities pertaining to Christianity and Protestantism, you've found it. Topics here include Creation, the Bible, the life of Jesus Christ, evidence for the Christian faith, the growth of the Christian church, the Protestant Reformation, and beliefs of the major Protestant denominations.

We will also provide tips for homeschoolers, information on Christian education, movie and book reviews from a faith-based perspective, and analysis of cultural issues, such as the sanctity of human life, marriage, and the traditional family.

The feature blogs and articles are written from an evangelical perspective, but all views are welcome in our discussion forum.

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Brian Tubbs

Feature Writer - Protestantism

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Who is Brian Tubbs?

A pastor, writer, and speaker living in the Washington, DC area, Brian is the Protestantism Feature Writer for Suite101.com. He has written extensively on Christianity and American history, including a previous stint with Suite101.com as the Feature Writer for the American Revolution & Founding Era. (He has resurrected this topic as a blog). His articles have appeared online as well as in print outlets, including Insight and The Washington Times. He is also the founder and course manager for ChristianMarriageHelper.com.

Brian serves as the pastor of Olney Baptist Church in Olney, Maryland, a Southern Baptist congregation nestled in Montgomery County, Maryland. Brian served for three years as the pastor of Sligo Baptist Church in Wilmington, Ohio, and as the administrator of Wilmington Christian Academy. Prior to entering pastoral ministry, Brian taught high school Bible and social studies at a private Christian school in Northern Virginia.

In addition to ministry and teaching, Brian's background includes several years as a lobbyist, project manager, and/or public relations professional in the Washington, DC area non-profit community.

Brian holds a M.A. in Theological Studies from Liberty Theological Seminary and a B.A. in Government and Politics from George Mason University (Go Patriots!). He is an avid reader, whose favorite authors include David McCullough, Jeff Shaara, Charles Colson, Gary Habermas, Winfried Corduan, and Ravi Zacharias. He also enjoys chess, PC strategy games, and seafood buffets.

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Joseph Schmidt has left a new comment on your post "WELS Leaders Suggest Babtist as Expert on Lutheran...":

Gee, thanks Church and Change for pointing us to a Babtist to learn about Lutheranism. Maybe you should put up a link to the Book of Concord on your site, but that might be too Lutheran for you.

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GJ - That shows what morons these people are. They are not only morons for doing it, but even more so for revealing their colossal ignorance on their precious website.

Just remember, all you loyalist spending money on benevolence. Gurgle said he was getting rid of Church and Change years ago. Yes, I know, that was another SP. When he said that, Church and Change was signing up people for their next conference on the WELS.net website. Schroeder ended the link.

Nevertheless, the head of WELS technology is a Willow Creek zombie - used to give Hybels sermons verbatim. The same Martin Spriggs, featured in the Radloff propaganda magazine, gave his presentation at the Arizona-California-Las Vegas district meeting just held. The title is "Brains Running Out Like Water" or something like that.

WELS - standing firm against the inroads of false doctrine. See the graphic below, supplied by a come-outter.

ELCA News Report - Not a Satire

ELCA NEWS SERVICE

June 26, 2010

Stephen Marsh Resigns as Bishop of ELCA Southeast Michigan Synod
10-175-JB

CHICAGO (ELCA) -- The Rev. Stephen G. Marsh, bishop of the Southeast Michigan Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), informed the synod June 25 that he is resigning as bishop effective June 28. Marsh said he is "personally dealing with a number of emotional health issues, including addiction issues" and must enter an inpatient treatment facility.

"The counsel I have received from my therapists and from my own heart is that my healing in a safe environment and building a firm foundation on a road to recovery need to be my primary concerns for as long as it takes," Marsh wrote in his resignation letter. "Unfortunately, with that agenda, I will not be able to faithfully execute my duties as bishop of the Southeast Michigan Synod in ways that are needed in the present and the immediate future."

Marsh expressed his thanks to the synod, the synod staff, the synod council and its executive committee, the Rev. Mark S. Hanson, ELCA presiding bishop, and the ELCA Conference of Bishops.

"I am deeply sorry that my personal issues are now causing our synod to go through another period of trauma, anxiety and concern. I will continue to pray for the forward and missional movement of the Southeast Michigan Synod, and I ask that you continue to pray for me in my healing and my future ministry," Marsh wrote.

Marsh, 55, was elected bishop of the synod in 2009. He succeeded the Rev. John H.K. Schreiber, who died in August 2008. The Rev. Kenneth R. Olsen, former bishop of the ELCA Metropolitan Chicago Synod, served as interim bishop until Marsh took office.

Synod leaders have made preparations for "continuity of leadership in the office of the bishop," Hanson and Dr. Will Scott, synod vice president, wrote in a letter to the synod. They added that Olsen "has expressed willingness to serve again in that capacity."

According to Hanson and Scott, this is not the first time Marsh has sought treatment for addiction issues. In 2009 they said Marsh was admitted to inpatient care for addiction issues.

"Following almost 30 days of treatment, he was released, and he returned to the synod," wrote Hanson and Scott. "In the ensuing months, we were prayerful for a successful recovery. Unfortunately, however, we learned recently that Bishop Marsh's condition requires another extended period of inpatient treatment."

Both wrote that the synod was greatly concerned about Marsh's need for additional care.

"As he departs, we graciously thank Bishop Marsh for his time of service. We also ask for your individual and collective prayers for his full recovery," Hanson and Scott wrote. They also wrote that they hoped Marsh "will be healed in body and spirit so that he can look forward to an early resumption of his service as an ordained minister."

The ELCA Southeast Michigan has 58,597 members in 128 congregations. The synod office is in Detroit.

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PS (PSanafter-thought) has left a new comment on your post "ELCA News Report - Not a Satire":

We should be glad that this bishop, who is the pastor for the pastors of a synod, has sought help for his problems and that the synod will allow him to seek this help without the pressure of the job.

Now we might also wish for a support group or time away for those pastors addicted to being judgmental.

There but for the Grace of God go we all.

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GJ - PS is just full of accusations today, in the name of being non-judgmental. No one is more sanctimonious than a liberal Pietist, but Someone has to stand up for the drug-addicted bishops.

New Gurgle-Patterson Site Less Than Three Bunny Hops from WELS Mission

Gurgle and Patterson are moving next door to a new WELS mission.
Left-click the picture for enlightenment.
Church and Change did the same in Love's Park, Illinois.

bruce-church (https://bruce-church.myopenid.com/) has left a new comment on your post "Holy Word WELS, Austin, Going Multi-Site":

I bet the multi-site is attractive to the CGers because then all those people who don't want communion but once a year, or never, could watch the service on-screen (like they watch TV in a sports bar), and no one around them takes communion. If they are in the main church, though, they'd feel uncomfortable if they stayed in the pews while others file up and down the rows.

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maahes (http://maahes.myopenid.com/) has left a new comment on your post "Spread the False Doctrine! Holy Word WELS, Austin,...":

Here's another example of the WELS numbers game. Gurgel says Pflugerville has grown 200% to 300% in the last ten years in the target area, and "That's a lot of opportunities to SPREAD the WORD!"

That means getting out and talking to people about Christ – not starting another church and waiting for people to invite themselves. Look at Christ’s examples for ideas instead relying upon the puny, selfish interests of “trained pastors.”

If they really cared, they would leave their citadels of false doctrine, and make contact with the lost.

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GJ - There are several good reasons for locating in Round Rock.
1. It is closer to Patterson's posh home.
2. Gurgle cannot spell Pflugerville.
3. They already have a group of WELS members worshiping in Round Rock.

Borrowin' some sheep,
Borrowin' some sheep,
We'll go on safari,
Borrowin' some sheep.

Church and Money Changers Feminist Conference

Brett Meyer has left a new comment on your post "Holy Word WELS, Austin, Going Multi-Site":

And while the (W)ELS is sleeping their women are preparing to lead as equal partners in the ministry:

http://www.welswomen.net/site/cpage.asp?cpage_id=180009471&sec_id=180002756&nc=1263239640093

National WELS Women's
Leadership Conference
Leading with a Christ-like attitude

Keynote Address

Leading with a Christ-like Attitude: Kathie Wendland
We all envision ourselves being led by a Christ-like leader. After all, wouldn't that be the best situation possible? Do we fully comprehend though what it means to BE the Christ-like leader? Philippians 2 is a treasure chest of practical guidances for Christian leaders. The keynote will be holding the "attitude" of Christ as the example to encourage each of us as women Christian leaders to "conduct (ourselves) in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ," as we "shine like stars in the universe as (we) hold out the word of life," for those around us.

Group Presentations

Because You Are My God...Whatever: Valerie Johnson

Lord, I Shall Seek Your Face: Prof. Richard Gurgel

Break Out Sessions

Christian Leadership in the Secular World – Marilyn Sievert
Our faith doesn’t stop at the church doors, it follows us out into the world. We are a “royal priesthood, a chosen people.” We are meant to stand out and use our gifts to God’s glory and in His service. What does that mean for those gifted to be leaders? Let Christ be our guide. Explore the differences/similarities in the world’s ideas of leadership compared to following Christ as our guide.

Defining Your Leadership Style – Dr. Stacy Hoehl
Just as everybody has different gifts or callings, some gifts can be used differently. Leadership can take on many forms and strengths. It can lead in a variety of ways. Evaluate your strengths and style in order to make the most of your leadership opportunities.

Evaluating Bible Studies – President Paul Wendland
As Solomon said, “of making many books there is no end.” The same can be said for doctrinal materials and Bible studies. But which materials are valuable for building up faith and encouraging spiritual growth? Learn how to distinguish the quality study materials from the rest.

Overcoming Conflict in Service – Marilyn Miller
Although conflict can be an opportunity for growth, we may find that conflict is not always gracious. It doesn’t kindly remain outside when Christians are working together. As we serve our Lord faithfully, disagreements and discontent can creep in. We can address these issues in a loving way, remembering that we serve the same Lord and the same blood has redeemed us all.


Powerful Prayer – Ellen Cook
As in breathing, faith-filled Christians take in God’s grace and love through scripture and exhale to Him our praise and thanks through prayer. Examine the intimacy and power of prayer, trusting fully as we confidently pray, “Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.”

Cont...

Reaching Women in the Church – Sally Valleskey
How is your women’s ministry wrapped? Still on the shelf, not yet chosen? Carefully planned, opened and being used to the full? Or all tied up in knots? Whatever your situation, we’ll open the gift of women’s ministry. We’ll look at how to reach various groups of women— some easy and some not so easy but still vital to the life of the congregation. Come with your challenges; come with ideas!


Sharing With a Servant's Heart– Sarah Owens
As Christian female leaders, we desire to serve Jesus, and well. We know He wants us to share His love everywhere we go. Jesus’ words that tell us to go and share with others may at times feel like a requirement we are not able to sufficiently accomplish, a task we cannot do perfectly. In this breakout session, we will hear Jesus’ assurances, turning His commission from a burden to an awesome privilege in which we are able to walk on holy ground, sharing His love.

Too Young To Serve?– Dr. Cynthia Whaley
Are you wondering whether you're ready to serve in your church? Do you feel like you have God-given gifts but you're not sure how to use them to further God's kingdom? Sometimes young people may doubt their value in the church, but God has a plan for you. Attend this session to help discover your God-given gifts and how to use them to His glory here on earth


http://www.welswomen.net/home/180002756/180002756/Guiding%20Principles.pdf

Women's Ministry Committee Members

Pastoral Advisors
Pastor Dave Kehl - Church and Change
Professor Rich Gurgel - Church and Change

Executive Team:
Marilyn Miller*
Kathie Wendland
Linda Buxa
Carolyn Sachs
Naomi Schmidt

Publications Team:
Linda Buxa*
Amanda Maresh
Melissa Bock
Franceska Wendland

Congregational Ministry Team:
Sally Valleskey*
Su Hanson
Edie Hintz
Jane Eddinger

National Conference Team:
Amanda Bourman*
Val Johnson
Laurie Starr
Vera-Ellen Cook
Sarah Owens
Mary Clemons

Web page Team:
Naomi Schmidt*

*Chairwoman

To contact the Women's Ministry Committee, please email carolyn.sachs@sab.wels.net