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How to Use the Small Catechism in Daily Prayer and Family Devotions

Luther wrote the Small Catechism specifically for daily household use — not just as a curriculum for confirmation class but as a guide for morning prayer, evening prayer, and family devotions. Here's how to put it into practice today.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

May 2, 2026

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The Real Presence: What Lutherans Believe About the Lord's Supper

The Lutheran doctrine of the Real Presence holds that the true body and blood of Christ are present in, with, and under the bread and wine of the Lord's Supper. This is one of the most distinctive and carefully defined teachings in the entire Book of Concord.

Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

By Rev. C•D•F• Warrington, M.Div.

Ordained Minister, M.Div.

Date

April 25, 2026