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What Is Discipleship

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Reflections from synod staff offer practical wisdom on discipleship to encourage and strengthen your ministry.

 

Following in a Better Way by Kevin Ritter-Jung

Feb 12, 2026
In the face of overwhelming challenges, how do we find a way forward? Director of Media and Communication Kevin Ritter-Jung reflects on Sister Corita Kent's wisdom that self-discipline means looking outward — finding wise guides and following their example of Christlike action.

Disciple-Ship by Pastor Jonathan Westerlund

Feb 03, 2026
How is discipleship like a boat? Pastor Jonathan Westerlund's latest reflection explores how we're all crew members on the "disciple-ship," with Christ to guide us, navigating life's waters together.

Kitchen Table Disciples by Pastor Patty Ávila

Jan 28, 2026
Congratulations! Since your baptism, you have been welcomed into life as a disciple of Christ. How is that going for you?

Living Discipleship by Dr. Elise Brown

Jan 13, 2026
How do we practice discipleship in our day-to-day lives?

The Multicolored Rug by Pastor Nicole Schwalbe

Jan 07, 2026
I remember sitting on so many different brightly-colored rugs throughout elementary school with teachers in front of us reading, singing, and reviewing. I think of these times when I imagine Jesus sitting with people at his feet, reading, singing, teaching and reviewing.
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