# LCMS Convention Proceedings_St. Louis Missouri_2019_S163
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6. PASTORAL MINISTRY AND SEMINARIES
Preaching in a Post-Christian Context, by Dr. Gregory Seltz;
(4) Sermon Structure, by Dr. Carl Fickenscher; (5)
Catechetical Preaching, by Rev. Peter Bender; and (6) Law and
Gospel Preaching, by Dr. Steven Mueller; and
WHEREAS, Preach the Word usage continues to accelerate
with over 5,243 video plays, 1,587 downloads, and 1,134
finishes (LCMS Communications); therefore be it
Resolved, That the 2019 Synod convention joyfully and
vigorously encourage pastors and congregations to
participate in the Preach the Word project in the continued
spirit of the historic event of the Reformation and in
remembrance of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation
(1517–2017); and be it further
Resolved, That every district president and circuit visitor
strongly encourage the pastors under their ecclesiastical
supervision to make use of Preach the Word for their
continued education in crafting their skill in the excellence
of preaching; and be it finally
Resolved, That every hearer of the preached Word “fear
and love God so that we do not despise preaching and His
Word, but hold it sacred and gladly hear and learn it.”
(Small Catechism I, Third Commandment).
Action: Adopted (6)
Without discussion, the resolution was adopted [Yes: 911; No:
34].

Resolutions

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