Office of the Holy Ministry

Who is Allowed to Administer the Sacraments? (4207)

In this video, Dr. Biermann explains that the delivery of the means of grace is restricted to a congregation’s pastor except in unusual circumstances.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, The Lutheran ConfessionsArticle XIV, Augsburg Confession, Book of Concord, call, means of grace, Office of the Holy Ministry, pastor, sacrament

The Auxiliary Offices (4206)

In this video, Dr. Biermann examines the auxilliary offices, positions established to assist in fulfilling a congregation’s mission and help the pastor carry out his work.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, The Lutheran Confessionsauxilliary offices, Office of the Holy Ministry, pastor

The Office of the Holy Ministry (4204)

In this video, Dr. Biermann examines the Office of the Holy Ministry, a position or positions within a congregation to ensure that the means and message of God’s grace is delivered to that congregation.

Christian Doctrine, Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, The Lutheran ConfessionsArticle V, Augsburg Confession, means of grace, Office of the Holy Ministry, pastor, priesthood of all believers