MOORHEAD, MN – Trinity Lutheran Church (Moorhead, MN) and Vision of Hope in Action (VOHIA) will be showing a special screening of the documentary “For the Bible Tells Me So” on Sunday, November 15, from 3 until 6 p.m., the church announced last week.
Released in 2007, “For the Bible Tells Me So” is an award-winning documentary dealing with the views on the reconciliation between scripture and same-gender orientation and its conflict within the church. Detailing five different families, the film includes interviews with Congressman Richard Gephardt and Bishop Gene Robinson.
VOHIA is the local chapter of Lutherans Concerned/North America. Its goal is to be an active voice for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community and be an advocate for acceptance and fill participation in all ministries of the church.
The movie comes of interest due to the recent issues surrounding the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) decisions regarding homosexuals in the ministry at the recent Churchwide Assembly.
“In light of recent decisions, it is important to keep conversation about these issues going,” Trinity Pastor Marsha Anderson said. “What is significant about this film is that it not only highlights how religious families have dealt with LGBT issues, but also delves into what the Bible has to say about it. Whether you agree or disagree with this film, we at Trinity hope it will provide a healthy, respectful forum for dialogue, and we are glad VOHIA is holding this event at our church.”
The viewing will be in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity Lutheran Church at 210 7th Street South in Moorhead. All ages are welcome and there will be time for discussion following the film.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Trinity’s Singleton Making Good Things Happen at Augustana
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Beth Singleton left Trinity Lutheran Church and Moorhead, MN, some time in 2005 with a true passion and big things in mind. She wanted to make a difference.
She took her abilities to Augustana College in Sioux Falls, S.D., and it didn’t take the private liberal arts school long to take notice.
Singleton was recently named the winner of the 2009 Augustana Covenant Award for Christian Faith, an award given out each year to a recipient that best exemplifies, among other things, an active integration of faith and his or her own actions.
The Covenant Award has become a major honor at Augustana. It is given out five times each year, one award for each of the College’s five core values: Christian, Liberal Arts, Excellence, Community and Service. A committee of faculty and staff reviewed applications from the entire campus community before giving the honor to Singleton.
“It’s a big honor,” Singleton said about the award in a phone conversation. “It’s an honor to be nominated. A lot of the other nominees are friends of mine.”
Singleton chose religion and philosophy as her areas of interest when she arrived at Augustana. Following graduation this upcoming spring, she will look into attending the seminary.
It has all been part of a process.
Beth is the daughter of Trinity members Cal and Cathy Singleton and Beth spent time growing up around Trinity.
“It’s very satisfying to see her get this award,” Cal said. “To see what she is striving for. She is accomplishing her goals quite nicely and it’s nice to see her succeed.”
And what Beth is striving for fits nicely into what Augustana looks to honor with its annual Covenant Award.
The committee responsible for selecting a winner was asked to consider the following values upon choosing: Students who are in search of a calling that honors the Christian faith, integrating faith and actions, seeing their life journey as part of a bigger tapestry, a growth in faith with Christ and students who are comfortable discussing faith with others.
Considering how Singleton fits these values, her performance academically and past honors and involvements, the selection may have seemed obvious this time around for Augustana.
Singleton is also the serving president of the Augustana Congregation and is chairing meetings of the Campus Ministry staff. Last spring she was selected to receive the 2009 Fund for Theological Education (FTE) Undergraduate Fellowship, awarding students who have leadership gifts and are exploring the possibility of ministry.
The list goes on and on.
Considering all of this, Singleton could not only be considered a very deserving winner of the Covenant Award, but also a potential spokesperson for the overall mission and goals of Augustana College, which is centered on displaying the aforementioned five core values.
“It’s investing in the community and understanding others opinions,” Singleton added concerning the Covenant Award. “I have a curiosity for religion and faith and the religion department at Augustana brought me here. I was really impressed by them.”
And it’s safe to say Augustana has been equally impressed with her.
She took her abilities to Augustana College in Sioux Falls, S.D., and it didn’t take the private liberal arts school long to take notice.
Singleton was recently named the winner of the 2009 Augustana Covenant Award for Christian Faith, an award given out each year to a recipient that best exemplifies, among other things, an active integration of faith and his or her own actions.
The Covenant Award has become a major honor at Augustana. It is given out five times each year, one award for each of the College’s five core values: Christian, Liberal Arts, Excellence, Community and Service. A committee of faculty and staff reviewed applications from the entire campus community before giving the honor to Singleton.
“It’s a big honor,” Singleton said about the award in a phone conversation. “It’s an honor to be nominated. A lot of the other nominees are friends of mine.”
Singleton chose religion and philosophy as her areas of interest when she arrived at Augustana. Following graduation this upcoming spring, she will look into attending the seminary.
It has all been part of a process.
Beth is the daughter of Trinity members Cal and Cathy Singleton and Beth spent time growing up around Trinity.
“It’s very satisfying to see her get this award,” Cal said. “To see what she is striving for. She is accomplishing her goals quite nicely and it’s nice to see her succeed.”
And what Beth is striving for fits nicely into what Augustana looks to honor with its annual Covenant Award.
The committee responsible for selecting a winner was asked to consider the following values upon choosing: Students who are in search of a calling that honors the Christian faith, integrating faith and actions, seeing their life journey as part of a bigger tapestry, a growth in faith with Christ and students who are comfortable discussing faith with others.
Considering how Singleton fits these values, her performance academically and past honors and involvements, the selection may have seemed obvious this time around for Augustana.
Singleton is also the serving president of the Augustana Congregation and is chairing meetings of the Campus Ministry staff. Last spring she was selected to receive the 2009 Fund for Theological Education (FTE) Undergraduate Fellowship, awarding students who have leadership gifts and are exploring the possibility of ministry.
The list goes on and on.
Considering all of this, Singleton could not only be considered a very deserving winner of the Covenant Award, but also a potential spokesperson for the overall mission and goals of Augustana College, which is centered on displaying the aforementioned five core values.
“It’s investing in the community and understanding others opinions,” Singleton added concerning the Covenant Award. “I have a curiosity for religion and faith and the religion department at Augustana brought me here. I was really impressed by them.”
And it’s safe to say Augustana has been equally impressed with her.
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