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The word Advent means “coming” and is a season focused on Christ’s coming—past, present, and future. This year’s focus is on how Christ comes to us now. In Lutheran belief, Christ comes to us through His Word and the Sacraments.
The author addresses the question of why the Lutheran Church uses the term sacrament, noting that it comes from the Latin Bible’s translation of the Greek word for “mystery.” Sacraments are sacred acts instituted by Christ that use visible elements (like water, bread, and wine) joined with God’s Word to convey grace and forgiveness. Examples include Baptism, the Lord’s Supper, and Confession/Absolution—often called the “Means of Grace.”
The article encourages Christians to confidently use the word sacrament, recognizing it as a biblical and historic term. During Advent, believers can rejoice that through the Sacraments they truly receive Christ, who strengthens their faith until they are united with Him in glory. Participating in Word and Sacrament ministry is described as experiencing “heaven on earth,” especially in the Divine Service at Peace Lutheran Church.


Pastor Jonah Domenichelli

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