The October 2025 issue of The Lutheran Witness provided definitions and explanations of nine different words we use often as Lutherans — and unpacked how other denominations use those terms differently. We are sharing several of these online throughout the month of October. Definition: Pastoral ministry is the office of preaching the Gospel and administering the Sacraments instituted by Christ for the forgiveness of sins. Lutherans Confess: The core responsibility and purpose of the Office ...
