The latest entry in the Star Wars universe works best if the audience avoids thinking too much and simply enjoys it for what it is: a straightforward, double-crossing heist film that introduces some beloved characters in a safe and appealing way.
Texas Lutherans provide quick response to shooting
On May 18, a shooter opened fire on students and faculty at Santa Fe High School, ultimately killing 10 people and injuring 10 more.
LCMS members play key role in passing Iowa fetal heartbeat bill
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed the bill — which prohibits most abortions once a heartbeat is detectable by ultrasound — on May 4. Previously in Iowa, most abortions were permitted up to 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Movie review: ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
Directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, “Avengers: Infinity War” is a gift to MARVEL fans, honoring previous films in the franchise while bringing its own contributions to the saga.
Movie review: ‘A Quiet Place’
“A Quiet Place” is the rare horror film that invites the audience to become invested in the characters, as opposed to horror films that include characters for the sole purpose of gruesome deaths.
Helping houses ‘feel like home again’ for Harvey survivors
Heart for Texas, a coalition of Lutheran organizations partnering with volunteers and businesses in Texas and beyond, is helping homeowners return as closely as possible to normal life.
Movie review: ‘God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness’
The third installment in the “God’s Not Dead” series is a vast improvement over the first two, but this doesn’t mean it’s a good film, only that it’s a better film.
Movie review: ‘Paul, Apostle of Christ’
Reviewer Ted Giese calls it “a remarkable film” with “a strong presentation of forgiveness, grace and mercy.”
Movie review: ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
For a film about love and bravery, “A Wrinkle in Time” turns out to neither love its source material nor demonstrate courage in its execution.
Registration opens for Multiethnic Symposium
The event — sponsored annually by Concordia Seminary, St. Louis — is set for May 1–2.
New issues of seminary magazines now available
The latest issues of Concordia Seminary and For the Life of the World are free to read online.
Movie review: ‘Black Panther’
The new film from director Ryan Coogler picks up the story of Black Panther where 2016’s “Captain America: Civil War” left off.
Movie review: ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’
Director/screenwriter Rian Johnson has made a perfectly good film that some viewers will love but others may find frustrating because of the unexpected plot.
Movie Review: ‘Wonder’
“Wonder” presents a positive portrayal of a traditional, intact nuclear family struggling with one of the children’s social and health-related challenges.
Movie review: ‘The Star’
Here’s a clean family film that doesn’t disrespect Christianity and provides a positive movie-going experience for young children.
Movie review: ‘Blade Runner 2049’
Similar to the original, but “darker” and “grimmer,” “Blade Runner 2049” ponders what it means to be human.
