Book: Luther's Small Catechism: Missional Edition

The Small Catechism: Missional Edition is a thoughtfully crafted tool that revisits Martin Luther's original Catechism with a focus on equipping the modern Church for mission.

Tailored for individuals, families, and emerging church communities, this edition merges timeless Lutheran teachings with practical applications for daily Christian life and global evangelism. 

Through its six main parts—The Ten Commandments, The Apostles’ Creed, The Lord’s Prayer, The Sacraments, The Keys and Confession, and Daily Christian Living—it provides an accessible yet profound guide to the essentials of faith, worship, and witness.

Enhanced with reflections on Lutheran confessional theology and insights for applying these truths in diverse cultural contexts, this book serves as a resource for discipleship, teaching, and living the Gospel in today’s world.

Purchase The Small Catechism: Missional Edition today

Book: This is most certainly true - learning Jesus Christ through Luther's Small Catechism

This is most certainly true - learning Jesus Christ through Luther's Small Catechism

Dr Mark Worthing

This is most certainly true is an engagement with Luther's Small Catechism that helps us discover Jesus Christ for today's context, with a biblical focus.  Dr Worthing discusses more deeply in an easy to digest manner each section of the catechism and their relevance for knowing Jesus, life and faith.

This book is ideal for:

• Anyone new to the Christian faith or Lutheranism
• Confirmation instruction
• New Members classes
• Small groups looking to  review or renew their faith
• Resource for worship and sermons
• Devotional resource

Reviews and recommendations

"This clear, lively engagement with Luther's Small Catechism grows you in faith, while at the same time helping you to reflection what this means for daily living. Ideal for small groups focused on discipleship."  Robert Bartholomaeus - Bishop, Lutheran Church of Australia, NSW & ACT

"This is Most Certainly True highlights beautifully the brilliance of Martin Luther's Small Catechism. [It] reminds us how relevant and applicable Luther's Small Catechism still is today and how it cuts through to the basic simple truths of God's love for us, and how we can live a purposeful and meaningful life."   Carolyn Teusner, mother and carer

"Dr Worthing;s explanation of Luther's Small Catechism clears up much confusion surrounding Christian faith and values today with a clear presentation of the message of the gospel. It will be of great help both to Church leaders, including clergymen/women, and to everyday believers seeking uphold professional and moral standards and to live as people of faith."  Peter Garang Deng, educator

"Not having been brought up in a Christian family, this book was a wonderful inspiration for me and will benefit anyone wanting a better understanding of the essentials of the Bible. It is a clearly written and concise analysis of Luther's Small Catechism and will appeal to those wanting to learn more about Lutheran doctrine as well as Christianity generally. This is Most Certainly True is a powerful tool for the Christian life which I highly recommend."   Peter Geyer, lawyer

Australian Christian Resources

Course: By heart

By Heart is a course built around three kinds of source material that the creators see as essential to a meaningful experience of Luther’s Small Catechism.

• Scripture and Tradition. For example, the Ten Commandments as cited in Exodus 20 or the Apostle’s Creed as we have it from Christian traditions.
• Luther’s explanations of the scripture or doctrine from Christian traditions.
• The "backstory" of Luther’s own life and times, the fertile soil of the Reformation itself.

There is also a "For You" Focus where the contributions to By Heart address the reader in the second person. This is to keep faith with both the everyday, ground-level language that Luther uses in the explanations and to embody the declarative nature of the gospel which he strove to encode in that language. By adhering to the "for-you-ness" of the gospel in the design of this course we hope to do some justice to Luther’s intentions in the Small Catechism.

About -  the book
This comprehensive resource for the study of Martin Luther's Small Catechism examines the Small Catechism as a historical, confessional document rich with history and applicable to life today. Augsburg Fortress is pleased to offer By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther's Small Catechism to meet the needs of those looking to explore scripture, tradition, and Luther's explanations, set among the backstory of Luther's life.
The authors of each chapter bridge the historical context of the Small Catechism with life today by addressing the reader in the second person. It is in keeping with the everyday language that Luther used in the explanations and embodies the declarative nature of the gospel that he strove to encode in that language.
The book follows the order of Martin Luther's Small Catechism and is enriched with images (contemporary and historical) and marginal notes that connect the text to history and also to life today. This book is both visually pleasing and informative, written in an approachable manner that will provide enrichment to personal study and inspire conversations in small groups. It provides an initial point from which to jump into the rich history of the person of Martin Luther, beginning with one of his most appreciated works.

The starter pack includes:

• a copy of the book By Heart: Conversations with Martin Luther’s Small Catechism,
• a Facilitator Guide, 
• the Course DVD

To order and view a sample visit here

Book: The illuminated Catechism

The Illuminated Catechism is more than just a coloring book: Bible passages, short devotionals, complementary hymns, selections from Martin Luther, and delightful illustrations invite you to reflect on God’s grace, pray, and deepen your understanding of the Christian faith. There are also blank spaces for your doodling, journaling, and reflection.

This coloring book encourages active interaction with Luther’s Small Catechism; with each stroke of your colored utensil of choice, you’ll grow closer to your Savior. And, after you’ve worked your way through the book, you’ll have a beautiful treasure to admire and read again and again.

Perfect for new confirmands or any Lutheran interested in coloring, The Illuminated Catechism will inspire meditation on God’s Word and application of the catechism to daily life.

Video Sermon series: Faith Foundations

The Faith Foundations sermon series is a video sermon series covering the basics of faith based on Luther's Small Catechism.   
Just as the catechism is this is an introductory sermon series to the Christian faith, so it does not cover every aspect of each topic, but instead introduces each topic encouraging people to explore more.

Entire Series


Individual sermons can be viewed by clicking on the sermon title

Sermon 1:  The foundation - God's love

Sermon 2:  God's values - Ten Commandments

Sermon 3:  Who is God? - The Apostles Creed

Sermon 4:  Talking with God - The Lord's Prayer

Sermon 5:  God connects to us - Baptism

Sermon 6:  God's forgiveness - Confession and Absolution

Sermon 7:  Intimate Communion with God - Holy Communion

Personal reflection journals and Digging deeper bible studies are available from Pastor Richard Schwedes,  email: richardschwedes@gmail.com 

Devotions for Lent

This beautiful, full-color devotional takes you through Lent with daily readings from Martin Luthers Small Catechism. Each reading is accompanied by a photo, a quote to ponder, reflection, and prayer. Free Indeed invites you to reflect on Martin Luthers guide to the basics of Christian faith during the Lenten season, and within the observance of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation
Available in Kindle and Paperback

available here

Catechisms in pdf format

Collection of Luther's Catechisms in pdf format
Luther's Small Catechism
Luther's Small Catechism with explanation (supporting bible verses)
Luther's Large Catechism

available here

Book/Course: Growing as God's people

Growing As God's People
By Rev David Strelan (editor) Geraldine Soh (illustrator)
Revised and updated for 2016 and beyond

Special introductory price - $20.00 until 16 December 2016
Will be $34.00 from 17th December 2016

Growing as God's people has been resdesigned with updated layout and graphics for today's generations, whilst  retaining the same accurate, authentic, and reliable ‘Growing’ teaching text from the original

As you use this resource, by yourself or in a group or class setting, it can help you;  

• Know more about Jesus Christ and the good news of the Gospel
• Grow in believing and confessing the Christian faith
• Live a Christian life, with Jesus leading the way. 
• Face each day with new happiness, purpose, and hope as one of God’s forgiven people.

Growing as God's people is a learning resource based on Luther's Small Catechism

Growing is an important part of your life. And growing as one of God's people in understanding and living the Christian faith is especially important for you.

God makes this kind of growing possible for us. He gives us faith and love for him so that we want to grow in our knowledge of God and in understanding his will for our life. As well, he has given us the means by which growth comes: God's Word and the sacraments through which the Holy Spirit is at Work in our life. As we use these means sincerely, we grow in faith, in knowledge, and in love.

The purpose of this book is to help you grow as a baptised child of God and a member of his church. That is why this book is called: Growing as God's People.   God will help you grow in various ways:

• in appreciating and faithfully using God's Word and the sacraments;
• in knowing and confessing the Christian faith as your own;
• in following Jesus as your Lord and living as one of God's people;
• in taking your place in the worship and work of your congregation.

You will find many pictures and illustrations in this book. They have been used to help get the message across, and to help you understand better the truths being taught. Of course, growing as a Christian means more than just learning facts about God and his Work.
We grow as Christians when the truths we have learned from God's Word lead us to form God-pleasing attitudes, and to live out the truths in our daily life.   That is why opportunity is given to talk about what you learn, and why suggestions are made about things you can do in your daily life.

The truths of the Christian faith have been arranged into 40 chapters. You will discover that the lessons follow a certain plan.

To order a copy visit http://www.acresources.com.au/products/books/product/160-growing-as-god-s-people-textbook

Updated Luther's Small Catechism with explanation - field test

The Small Catechism with explanation (1991 version) is being updated....and CPH would love your feedback...

To view a copy of the draft updated version visit here
To provide feedback visit here

Here is why they are updating the Small Catechism with explanation

The 2013 convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod directed the Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR), in concurrence with the Office of the President, to update the 1991 edition of Luther’s Small Catechism with Explanation (Res. 3-13A), noting especially the “many changes in the understanding of morals, civil law and natural law in church and society.”

All kinds of mind-boggling, society-altering changes have occurred in the 25 years since the last version of the “Explanation” was published. We have entered an age of computers, smartphones and virtual reality. In today’s world, bullying involves text messages as often as physical confrontations; Islam is in the news on a daily basis; and the word “marriage” has taken on a radically new, unscriptural meaning.

Along the way, Christianity has not only lost its privileged position, but its teachings are often scorned, and Christians themselves are sometimes treated with hostility. Those who are catechized today are faced with an old question that holds a new sobriety: “Do you intend to continue steadfast in this confession and Church and to suffer all, even death, rather than fall away from it?” (LSB Rite of Confirmation).

A first draft of the revised “Explanation” is now complete and ready for field-testing. The drafting committee and the CTCR have sought to prepare a fresh and faithful version of the “Explanation” that is:

• Rich in Scripture and in confessional Lutheran theology.
• Rich in contemporary application, seeking to address questions and topics that have emerged in recent years.
• Rich in apologetics, providing reason-focused and natural law-based arguments for the church’s moral and social teachings.
• Rich in practicality, adaptable for use in a variety of settings in addition to youth confirmation instruction (e.g., Bible classes, adult instruction, individual and family study and devotional use, sermon preparation, mission and evangelism settings).
• This field-test version of the “Explanation” is set to be published and mailed to all LCMS congregations and rostered church workers by late July, soon after the 2016 Synod convention.

The catechism is about teaching the faith. Luther saw the absolute need for that in his day. Five hundred years later, our need is no less than his. Please give this proposed revision a careful look. Share your reactions and suggestions with us at surveygizmo.com/s3/2855978/2017-Catechism-Explanation-Revision.

You have until Oct. 31, 2016 (Reformation Day), to share your thoughts.

In Christ, the center of the faith we teach, believe and confess,
Rev. Dr. Joel D. Lehenbauer
Executive Director, CTCR and Chairman, Catechism Drafting Committee

for more information visit here

Book: Teaching the faith at Home

When children are in their early elementary school years, their minds are actually at the peak time for easy rote memorization. And yet, many Protestant churches begin formal confirmation instruction years after this formative period. What are the effects of this lapse in time? Too often, young teens fall away from their church after confirmation—a trend that will hurt future generations of families.
After assessing current trends in the faith development of youth, Dr. David Rueter wrote Teaching the Faith at Home: What Does This Mean? How Is This Done? to reveal why the historic model of teaching the catechism early in the home is key in keeping families connected to the Church. Part 1 focuses on laying a foundation for understanding the history, purpose, and theological reasons for catechesis. And Part 2 is a very practical look at strategies and models for catechetical instruction that can be shared at church and used in the home.

Catechesis that’s grounded in family life is not a new idea, but it’s one that our fast-paced culture often forgets and would do well to remember and cherish.


Endorsements 
"This is an excellent, reader-friendly book, championing the cause of lifelong learning and lifespan catechesis. Rueter recognizes the responsibility of the whole church for raising disciples. He makes the case that catechesis is something church and family do together. Anyone concerned about teaching the faith to children, youth, and adults through the entire span of life will find plenty to chew on."
—Rev. Dr. Terry Dittmer, Senior Director of LCMS Youth Ministry


"Teaching the Faith at Home will effectively equip and encourage church-workers and parents alike as they work hand-in-hand to 'train up a child' (Proverbs 22:6). In this excellent resource, which is both engaging and practical, author David L. Rueter provides an eye-opening approach to confirmation instruction—a philosophy of ministry that may be fundamental to building and maintaining a viable 'catechesis culture' in the church and its families today!"
—Deb Burma, Youth Ministry Leader and Author  (Raising Godly Girls, CPH, 2015; Stepping Out: To a Life on the Edge, CPH, 2013) 

"Teaching the Faith at Home will both challenge and encourage you to make teaching the faith a priority at home and church, and give you workable ideas for how to do so in ways that honor your children’s questions and foster a reasoned and owned faith. This is a wonderful resource for church leaders and parents to draw from in their work together for the sake of their children."
—Dr. Kevin E. Lawson, Director, PhD and EdD Programs in Educational Studies at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University; Editor of the Christian Education Journal 

"Dr. Rueter has combined his experience as an educator in the congregation and university with thorough research and insight to produce a text that explains catechetical instruction and equips the reader to realize its benefits. The history, doctrine, wisdom, and practical means of providing catechetical instruction contained in Teaching the Faith at Home make it a greatly needed resource for Christianity."
—Michael Eschelbach, Professor of Theology Concordia University Irvine

Book: Getting to know Jesus - using the six core teachings of the bible

Getting to Know Jesus: Using the Six Core Teachings of the Bible to Grow in a Deeper Relationship with Jesus by Pastor Paul Schult

Getting to Know Jesus connects the dots between knowing the right Bible answers and having a real relationship with Jesus Christ. The six core teachings in Martin Luther’s Small Catechism summarize the most critical truths of the Bible. However, the heart of the Bible is not just to know the right answers; it is to know Jesus. Drawing on his personal experience as a pastor, the author unpacks six core teachings of the Bible in easy-to-understand relationship language. You will discover a deeper meaning in worship, prayer, Bible study, and personal devotions and be more deeply connected to Jesus. Plus, you’ll be better prepared to talk to family and friends about your relationship with Jesus in a clear and personal way. Ideal for new Christians, new church members, or small groups.

What others are saying about Getting to know Jesus
“This book reads like a conversation. It anticipates questions. Makes you glad you were about to ask. And offers keen biblical insight. I couldn’t help feeling like I was sitting with a trusted friend over a cup of coffee who was ready to tell a story or answer a question to help me. I recommend this book to anyone on the journey or to anyone helping others on the journey of Getting to Know Jesus.”
Pastor Jock Ficken, Executive Director, Pastoral Leadership Institute, Wheaton, IL

“Outstanding! Paul has given us a wonderful tool for helping understand the six chief parts of Luther’s Catechism from the framework of a relationship with Jesus. I love it! Getting to Know Jesus is easy to read and uses simple, contemporary concepts! It is definitely a tool that we will use within the ministry of Concordia. Thank you, Paul!”
Bill Tucker, Sr. Pastor, Concordia Lutheran Church, San Antonio, TX

“Knowing about Jesus is good, but knowing Jesus is the real gift. Rev. Paul Schult gives us a refreshing and faithful pathway for knowing Jesus better via the treasures of the six chief parts of Luther’s Small Catechism. Using rich relational language and analogies, Paul brings correct doctrine to life and helps us embrace and apply it to everyday life.”
Greg Finke, Dwelling 1:14

“Pastor Paul Schult is a pastor’s pastor—relational to the core with a firm commitment to the enduring truth of God’s Word and its applicability to everyday life. This “little handbook” for transmitting those truths to the next generation should find a welcome place in any congregation trying to find the right marriage of doctrine and pastoral care in adult discipleship.”
Scott Seidler, Pastor, Concordia Lutheran Church, Kirkwood, MO

“Getting to Know Jesus helps the reader see Luther’s Catechism in a fresh and exciting way—focused on a God that loves us and seeks to restore us in our relationship with our creator. Drawing on lessons learned from daily life and from modern scholars as well, the book makes deep theological concepts accessible to all. Finally there is a book about the Catechism I can highly recommend to my whole congregation!”
Mark Schulz, Pastor, Trinity Lutheran Church, Lisle, IL

“Paul has given a fresh framework of relationship for the core teachings of the faith. His contrasts, pithy turns of phrase and jewels of quotes are worth your time. As a pastor who himself prays to know Jesus better and help others to do so, this a fresh tool in that God-designed calling.”
Jeff Schrank, Pastor, Phoenix, AZ

“Pastor Schult does a fantastic job in sharing the truths of God’s love in a simple and straightforward way. This book would be very helpful to people who are introducing a loved one to the Christian faith. The personal reflection questions at the end of each chapter compel the reader not to pass a quiz on content, but to let the word of Christ dwell in them richly. This book is a homerun and I joyfully recommend it.”
Tim Klinkenberg, Pastor, St. John Lutheran, Orange, CA

“Once in a great while, a book comes along and makes things make sense. Getting to Know Jesus is such a book. It is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand who Jesus is and why he wants a relationship with all people. If you are looking for fresh material for your adult confirmation class, or you just want to make the understanding of doctrine more personal for you and your learners, this book is for you. After reading these pages you will come to know Jesus and his desire for you to “live in a deep, genuine, life-giving, and personal relationship” with him.”
Joel Koerschen, Executive Director of Education, CNH District, LCMS

“Disciples seek to get to know Jesus better each day of their life on earth. This book is a terrific step in the journey for the infant and mature disciple alike. I found this book helped me grow in the core teachings of the Bible and strengthened my faith in the love of Jesus that is shared within these pages.”
Greg Griffith, Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Macomb, MI

“As a psychologist, I have spent a lifetime attempting to understand and to mend relationships. As Paul Schult has stated in his excellent book, relationship is the essence of life. Paul goes on to describe the foundational relationship that each of us, either today or sometime in the future, must establish and nurture—the relationship with Jesus. Reading this will greatly assist everyone, no matter where they currently are in the journey with Jesus. I highly recommend it.”
Dr. James Osterhaus, Senior Partner, TAG Consulting, Fairfax, VA

“Paul Schult brings profound Christian doctrine alive with practical, down-to-earth pastoral insight. Getting to Know Jesus is relevant and readable—a great new tool to teach and share the Gospel.”
Ted Laesch, Senior Pastor, Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church, St. Louis, MO

“I’ve known and admired Paul Schult for fifteen years as his friend and consultant. Getting to Know Jesus is a superb book. In explaining theology from a highly relational and practical perspective, Paul has taken a subject that is too often overly academic and made it accessible to the average person. I hope this book reaches a large audience, as it certainly deserves it!”
Kevin Graham Ford, Principal of TAG Consulting, and author of The Secret Sauce: Creating a Winning Culture

“I’ve had the opportunity to use this resource three times to teach adult confirmation. I intend on using it more. Why? It connects the head of faith with the heart of faith! Pastor Schult rightly reminds the reader that being a Christian means more than having the right answers. It’s about being in an active, ongoing relationship with the Lord. Using the Six Chief Parts of Luther’s Small Catechism, Pastor Schult clearly demonstrates these Biblical truths in a way 21st Century Americans will easily understand. This book is a great resource and long overdue!”
Jason Auringer, Pastor, Immanuel Lutheran Church, Wentzville, MO

“I have admired Paul as a pastor, teacher, and leader for the past fifteen years while doing life and ministry together. Now, I am so pleased to admire my friend as author. Nobody gets to the heart of the matter quite like Paul. God has blessed him with the gift of making the complex simple, and in so doing, wonderful! This book zeroes in on the ultimate area of life that matters most—knowing Jesus!”
Chuck Schlie, Pastor, Messiah Lutheran Church, Weldon Spring, MO

“I’ve known Paul Schult for ten years, and I can promise you that by reading this book, you’ll see a reflection of his heart as a pastor. More importantly, you’ll see a reflection of the heart of God. Getting to know Jesus isn’t something you do once or even five times. It’s a lifelong relationship, and this book will serve as an instrument for you, no matter what stage of that relationship you’re in.”
Mark Rouland, Pastor, Zion Lutheran Church, Harvester, MO

Video Presentation related to the book

Paul Schult - An Idea for Teaching The Six Chief Parts from Christ Church Lutheran on Vimeo.

Higher things Winter Conference: We Confess - Small Catechism

The Higher things we confess conference (they like to call it an unconference)
We confess focussed on the Small Catechism.
7 Lutheran speakers. 18 min each on a part of the Small Catechism.   Like TED speakers but only better they are Lutheran speakers....

The Ten Commandments - Rev. Mark Buetow

The Creed - Rev. Dr. Steven Mueller

Holy Baptism - Rev. George Borghardt

The Lord’s Prayer -Rev. David Kind

Holy Absolution - Pastor Chris Rosebrough

The Lord’s Supper - Rev. Donavon Riley
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Daily Prayer and The Table of Duties - Rev. William Cwirla

Livestreaming available at:  http://higherthings.org/we-confess-2016

Conference booklet available at:  http://cdn.higherthings.org.s3.amazonaws.com/imgs/uploads/2016-we-confess.pdf

11 Commandments for facebookers

11 Commandments for facebook users (and other social media users) are short reflections to help us use facebook and social media well and for the glory of God.....They are based on the 10 commandments of Luther's Small Catechism!!! 

Article: The wonder of Luther's catechisms

Luther’s Catechisms were, along with the Bondage of the Will, the only works of his which he considered worthy of preserving after he had died.   To those familiar with his life and writings, that is remarkable.  True, like all prolific writers, he wrote his fair share of junk; and unlike many such, he wrote his fair share of disgraceful venom as well.   But to reduce his lasting contribution to a couple of catechisms and a polemic against a slippery man of letters seems a rather harsh judgment on his own work.
Yet there is a logic to this.   Anyone who has read Luther’s Small Catechism will no doubt be struck by the simplicity both of its structure and its language.  It is a masterpiece of Christian pedagogy.  One reason for this, rarely noted, is that Luther was the first person to write a question and answer catechism who did so after first becoming a parent himself.   If Christ demanded that his disciples should become as little children, Luther the theologian knew first-hand what that meant in terms of practicalities.
In fact, the Small Catechism represents Luther’s Reformation insight in both form and content.  Not only does its teaching set forth justification by grace through faith, its form does so too, with its encouragement of childlike curiosity resolved by a childlike trust of God’s revelation in Christ.  Rarely have form and content so perfectly matched each other in the history of Christian pedagogy.
The other significance of the catechisms is that Luther wrote them in the late 1520s when he was beginning to realize that Christ was not about to return and that the Reformation needed more ethical shape than he had anticipated.  The official visitation of the parishes had revealed that, to use Luther’s own description, the people were living like pigs.  The Reformer was faced with the fact that love, the dynamic motive for good works in his theology, had a specific ethical shape which needed to be explained in clear, simple, and precise terms to the people.
Any thoughtful pastor knows that the simple declaration of the great gospel indicatives of the life and death of Jesus Christ, God-for-us, will probably be sufficient for a small portion of his congregation to be able to connect the dots to a particular way of life.  But for most Christians, more guidance is needed.  In a world where the media preach a message of sexual license, selfishness, and material greed on a daily basis, people need a pastor to be a true under shepherd and to guide the sheep. They need constantly to be reminded that the Christian life of grateful love to God follows a particular ethical pattern.  That is where the simple catechetical imperatives of Luther’s Small Catechism can be so helpful.  Here the voice of a gentle father encourages and guides his children into appropriate behavior which reflects their status as those who are loved and protected by their true Father, God himself.
Finally, Luther’s Small Catechism points us to another vital element of church life: the simple preservation of the profound faith.  I would suggest that, if it is in the Catechism, it is important; if it is not there, then it is not so vital.  Sadly, I suspect that a glance at today’s evangelical conference circuit will reveal that the simple elements of catechetical Christian teaching are not enough to attract customers.  We want something unusual or interesting: how Christianity connects to art or movies  or (that most overworked term) culture.  How often do we see yet another book, video or sermon series on sex because ‘the church doesn’t talk about it enough?’  I wonder how many consumers of such products could actually recite the Apostles’ Creed or the Ten Commandments, let alone articulate a basically orthodox Christology. The lesson of books like Luther’s Small Catechism is that, while sex might sell, simple truth nurtures, fortifies, and serves us well in life’s deepest and darkest moments.

Written by Carl R. Trueman is Paul Woolley Professor of Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary and pastor of Cornerstone Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Ambler, Pennsylvania. His book Luther on the Christian Life will be available in February 2015. 
This article appeared at http://www.patheos.com/blogs/evangelicalpulpit/2014/10/the-wonder-of-luthers-catechisms/

EBook: My Life in Christ: A Course in Adult Instruction in the Christian Faith

My Life in Christ: A Course in Adult Instruction in the Christian Faith written by Pastor Krueger, a pastor with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

Sessions include:

• Relationship – Not Religion
• Words of Life – The Bible 
• God the Father – Creator
• Sin and Temptation 
• Jesus Christ – God With Us 
• Jesus Christ – The Savior 
• The Holy Spirit – Who Works Faith 
• Baptism – A Birthday Celebration
• The Lord’s Supper – God With Us
• A New Life in Christ 
• The Worshiping Community 
• Discipleship or Membership? Yes!
• Discipleship Covenant 

Currently available on kindle for around $1

North American Association for the Catechumenate

The North American Association for the Catechumenate seeks to promote and nurture the catechumenal process in order that the whole faith community might fulfill Christ's commission to make disciples, baptizing and teaching all peoples.  

Its web site offers:

• Articles
• Bible Studies
• Catechumenate with Children and Youth
• Congregation to Catechumenal Community
• Faith and Font
• History and Theology
• Lectionary and Preaching
• Newsletters
• Information about similar Organizations
• Post Baptism: Mystagogy and Vocation
• Practical Help
• Presentations at Annual Gatherings
• Training: Designs, Implementation, Previous Training Events
• Video Resources
• Workshop Presentations
• Worship Resources
• An open forum to encourage interaction between those leading the catechumatal process.
• Information on their annual event

Visit the North American Association for the Catechumenate 

Luther's catechism to music

Off By Heart by Leigh Newton is Luther's Small Catechism set to Music...
It has been remastered and is now available on CD.
They sound much brighter with a new master.
This is highly recommended for Lutheran confirmation students and those wanting the devotion of listening to Luther's Small Catechism.

To order your copy visit Leigh Newton's site

Commentaries to Luther's explanations in the Catechism

The German Edition of Commentary on Luther's Catechisms by Albrecht Peters has long been the gold standard of research on the catechetical texts of the great reformer. This translation makes the wealth of research available in English for both the researcher and the catechist.

Volume One: Ten Commandments

Volume Two:  Apostles Creed


Volume Three:  Lord's Prayer



Volume Four:   Baptism



To come: volumes relating to  the Sacraments, and Confession with the Table of Duties, prayers, and Marriage

Catechism and reflections from Finland

The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Finland has produced a modernised catechism with some bible readings and reflection