At the end of our meetings one day, we were hosted for a meal at Good Shepherd LBC, given a tour of the new construction, and heard from Good Shepherd's sr pastor, Mark Tungseth about God's goodness to the church, and the ways in which God's blessing and coming...

The CLB Council of Directors met in Fergus Falls for our fall meeting, October 12-13th. What a great honor it is to serve with this group of visionary leaders and owners of our Mission! We gathered for this photo to send a greeting to Chaplain Michael Heuer whose...

On Sunday, October 8th, Bee and I were blessed to worship with Stavanger Lutheran Church, a rural Fergus Falls independent Lutheran congregation served by CLB pastors. This congregation is a 'sending' church in one very unique and powerful way. They have had an...

September 18th -- another great day at the "Pastors Masters" in Ramsey, MN! Thanks to all who attend, organize (thanks Pastor Brent Walker!), and help raise support funds for the care of our pastors! [siteorigin_widget...

Sunday, Sept 10th was a special day for me! Thanks to Pastor Adam Krog for the invite to be at and preach at my home congregation's, Elim LBC in Clearbrook, Rally Sunday! It was held out 'On The Farm' of Pete & Kathy Kjolhaug! What was additionally special for me,...

On Sunday, August 27th, I was back in the Twin Cities for the privilege of preaching at our Oak Hill LBC in Bloomington -- the final sermon in Oak Hill's summer series in the book of Hebrews. Thank You -- Pastors Nick Mundis and Ben Bigaouette for the privilege to...

On the return trip from the Chicago conference, I had the opportunity to visit and preach at our Eagan, MN congregation, Community of Joy LBC.  

Following YC, I flew to Chicago for a conference, but before was privilged to meet and spend the afternoon with one of our military chaplains, Shawn Osborne, stationed at Naval Station Great Lakes, working with and ministering to sailor recruits there. It was clearly...

YMCA of the Rockies has become an extraordinary return / reunion spot for our biennial youth convention (this year July 26-30th). This convention continues to grow in numbers and influence to advance the Gospel to and through the lives of CLB students and their...

In late July, on the way to YC17, I had great afternoon together with Pastor Jason & Savanna Rogness. Great conversation about life and mission -- they even found a Swedish coffee house for me! Every town needs one of these (& needs to spell it 'Valkommen'...

On the drive back to drop off Wendy & Phil Heiser at the Fargo airport for their flight home, we stopped by to see the progress of Victory LBC's (Jamestown) new sanctuary and extensive building expansion. [siteorigin_widget...

The CLB Western Regional Convention was hosted by Our Redeemers LBC in Minot. Pastor Pete Pederson and the entire staff of OR served us (as usual!) so competently and good-heartedly. There is a warmth and energy of mission very evident in this congregation. Pastor...

On July 12-14th, our regional pastors and spouses, and Bee and I, met for an important strategic planning and nurturing 'summit' in Minot, ND, prior to our Western Regional convention.  

This has little to do with travel for me, but 'travel' for a friend and mentor of mine. On July 2nd, one of the giants in heart and evangelistic mission in our movement, made his journey home. I was privileged to follow Rev. Morris Werdal in both our Fullerton, CA and...

I also had the privilege of stopping by to visit our congregation in Bergenfield, Calvary LBC. Enjoyed a good visit with Erling and Ellen Stedjan, and a tour around the community and church. (Looking forward to stopping by to connect with Calvary's new pastor, Daniel...

Before my trek home, a chance to visit an old friend and collegue, Pastor Aage Larsen, in his new ministry setting, The Mission Church of Paramus, NJ.  

Got to attend the Epiphany Sun eve service that same Sunday, June 25th, in Manhattan. (I look forward to being there again next January after the privilege of preaching and being with the people of Hillside Church, Succasunna.) [siteorigin_widget...

An impromptu trip early Sunday morning, June 25th, to preach at our Browns Mills congregation, Messiah LBC! Apologies for the lack of other pics on this quick trip! (Happy Anniversary Pastor Todd & Cheri Anderson!) Ok, I don't know why I feel the complusion to...

Odd # years are convention years! 🙂 5 regional conventions and 1 youth convention. I LOVE seeing the Church in her various places, forms, gifts, passions, expressions. Tuscarora Inn & Conference Center is a blessing and gift in ministry partnership with the CLB!...