The Wittenberg Project: Mission, Collaboration, and Growth in the LCMS

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Tim and Jack welcome Tyree Toney (aka Lex Lutheran) to discuss his transition from a Baptist background to confessional Lutheranism, the Wittenberg Project, and opportunities for growth and enhanced mission within the LCMS.
• Lex shares his journey from a Baptist upbringing through Catholicism and Methodism before finding his home in confessional Lutheranism
• The Wittenberg Project began as an online effort to provide Black Lutheran representation and theological perspective
• Discussion of collaboration opportunities between LCMS congregations rather than operating independently
• Exploring the tension between traditional and contemporary worship while maintaining Lutheran distinctives
• Insights on how Lutheran churches can better welcome people across different cultural backgrounds
• Addressing the challenges of the Lutheran "brand" and whether to emphasize or downplay denominational identity
• The importance of building an online presence for Lutheran theology in a digital-dominant world
• Reflections on congregational growth strategies and learning from innovations in other denominations
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Chapters

1. Introduction to Lex Lutheran (00:00:00)

2. Lex's Journey to Confessional Lutheranism (00:02:17)

3. The Wittenberg Project's Origin Story (00:10:42)

4. [Ad] The Signpost Inn Podcast (00:12:00)

5. (Cont.) The Wittenberg Project's Origin Story (00:12:44)

6. LCMS Growth Opportunities and Collaboration (00:17:58)

7. Contemporary vs Traditional Worship (00:24:04)

8. Creating Hospitality Across Cultures (00:36:23)

9. Discussing Leadership and Online Presence (00:45:38)

10. Reflections on Ministry and Mission (00:57:45)

11. Closing Thoughts and Digital Footprints (01:02:55)