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The Two Kingdoms
April 26, 2017 – 1 minute read True story: a boy gets in trouble. When his mother starts to discipline him, the boy responds, “But mom,…
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Singing the Reformation
When the Church was reformed starting in 1517, so was its music. For nearly 800 years, the prevailing style had been Latin Gregorian chant. Most…
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Prayer
“A Christian without prayer is just as impossible as a living person without a pulse. The pulse is never motionless; it moves and beats constantly,…
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Luther and Biblical Interpretation
The most famous event of 1517 is Luther’s posting of his 95 Theses. However, in the same year Luther reached a milestone that may be…
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Law & Gospel
Healing is a gift of God— a universal human experience that bears witness to God’s will that we should live. While bodily systems often bring…
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Concordia’s Purchase of Second Campus a ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity’
ONE YEAR AGO, Concordia University Irvine’s leadership was not even considering purchasing another campus. But an unforeseen opportunity, the Lord’s guidance, and leadership from strategically-placed…
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Anaheim Ducks Announce Concordia University Irvine as Official Partner Through the 2036-37 Season
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 7, 2025 – The Anaheim Ducks and Concordia University Irvine, a Lutheran Christian institution in Southern California, announced a 12-year partnership agreement making…
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When the Direction Changes: The Unplanned Path to Finding Vocation
When I was young, I dreamed of becoming a teacher. I had a perfect, detailed map for my life that began when I was a…
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Types of Nurses That Work with Babies
Caring for new life is a calling, and nurses that work with babies have a special responsibility to help their patients have the healthiest possible…
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From Metrics to Meaning: Humanizing School Improvement
In my journey as an educational leader, I have learned that real school improvement does not begin with spreadsheets or strategies– it begins with listening.…
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Career Opportunities for School Counseling Graduates
Across the country, schools are being called to address more than just academic achievement.
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EMT to RN: How to Transition Into Nursing
Emergency medical technicians (EMTs) and registered nurses (RNs) both perform meaningful work that saves lives; however, RNs can do many things that EMTs cannot. RNs…
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Mental Health Counseling Trends: Why Now is the Best Time to Pursue This Career
The field of mental health counseling is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by societal shifts, new technologies, and a deeper understanding of mental health…
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The Importance of Ethics in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
As an aspiring counselor, ethics will be the foundation of your decisions and interactions with clients. Ethics help guide counselors through complex situations, ensuring their…
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CAHME Announces the Reaccreditation of the Concordia University Irvine, Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA)
Irvine, CA, July 03, 2025 — The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) Board of Directors recently approved the re-accreditation of Concordia University Irvine’s…
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Top Career Paths for Graduates of an MA in Organizational Leadership
Leadership isn’t just about making decisions — it’s about inspiring others, shaping culture, and driving meaningful change. As organizations face new challenges and opportunities, the…