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TLHP 38 Wyneken and the Catechism

August 10, 2022 • Season 3

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From his earliest memories to his final legacy, Wyneken’s life story can be told in connection with the catechism. It is a story of Lutheran catechesis on both sides of the Atlantic. It is a story of centuries of Lutheran catechesis practices in German lands. It is a story that highlights the impact of catechesis upon those who immigrated in the 19th century. Wyneken’s ministry unfolds details on the practice of teaching children and adults. His leadership highlighted the clear need to form individual character and congregational culture. He took part in the transition from state to synod catechisms and formed the place of the catechism in the Missouri Synod's mission and identity.

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- Benjamin Phelps is a 2014 graduate from Martin Luther College with a Bachelor of Arts with a German emphasis. From there went on to graduate from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary in 2018. Ben has been a regular writer and presenter on various Lutheran history topics. His 2018 thesis on Wyneken won the John Harrison Ness award and the Abdel Ross Wentz prize. He is also the recipient of several awards from the Concordia Historical Institute.
  Ben is currently a doctoral student in historical theology through Concordia Seminary's reduced residency program in St. Louis.

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