Reflecting on the first months
As 2011 drew to a close, I reflected on many things that happened throughout the year. In January, our fourth child was born. We were in the middle of a difficult year of homeschooling. The last few...
View ArticlePublic education vs Lutheran education
Guest post by Dr. Tom KorcokIn the Province of Ontario, the government has committed itself to increasing the high school graduation rate to 85%. It is a noble sounding goal and, as the Premier boasted...
View ArticleWhat's on my children's iPods?
In our household, we don't have TV. We don't have Playstation or Wii. We limit our children's access to the computer. But we do allow our children to listen to anything they want to -- as long as they...
View ArticleMonday Matins
Almost every Monday morning, St. Augustine Co-op begins the week with Matins in the Matthew Room, led by Rev. Marcus Kuehn. All are welcome to attend. Below is the order of service for tomorrow. (If...
View ArticleCalling all fathers (and mothers!)
What father among you, if his son asks for a fish, will instead of a fish give him a serpent; or if he asks for an egg, will give him a scorpion? - Jesus (Luke 11:11-12 ESV)Those of us who are parents...
View ArticleAll are invited on Feb 20!
We are inviting everyone from far and near to join us for Matins, followed by an open house, on Monday, February 20. What better way to spend the morning on Family Day! Come to learn more about what...
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Pictures from Feb 20
It was great to see so many friends and new faces today! Thank you all for your support.
View ArticleNeed help parenting your children?
The bureaucrats of our public education system are providing a new service of which you may not be aware. They have assumed the role of "co-parent" for your children. Check out what Gregg Bereznick,...
View ArticleJoin us on April 22nd
On April 22nd, the men of St. Augustine's (along with friends) will be traveling together to hear Rev. Dr. Thomas Korcok speak about his newly-published book: Lutheran Education: From Wittenberg to the...
View ArticleUnlocking the Christian Mind
Progressive education was developed for the express purpose of eliminating the influence of the Christian church on children, according to Rev. Dr. Thomas Korcok's presentation at the Lutheran Laymen's...
View ArticleSt. Augustine moms are traveling to Houston for CCLE XII!
Two of the homeschooling moms at St. Augustine are making plans to travel to Houston, TX, for the Consortium for Classical and Lutheran Education conference, to be held July 17 - 19, 2012. (Click here...
View ArticleCongratulations, Kiwanis Music Festival participants!
St. Augustine students gave outstanding performances at the Kitchener-Waterloo Kiwanis Music Festival last week. Three of our students participated and earned top placements in a total of 9 classes in...
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Lutheran education in Houston
In the Foreword to Lutheran Education, Dr. Gene Veith writes directly, "Lutheran schools have always accompanied Lutheran churches." But he continues, "Today the connections between church and school...
View ArticleClear message heard on Issues Etc.
Issues Etc. host Todd Wilken asked Pr. Heath Curtis how he would respond to skepticism about or criticism leveled against Lutheran education. He responded, "Repent. Get your children away from that...
View ArticleCCLE XII starts tomorrow!
Well, we got into Houston, and after a few delays finally arrived at our hotel. The conference starts tomorrow, and we're very excited. There is an excellent line-up of sessions and speakers. It...
View ArticleCCLE XII: Day One
Greetings from Houston! What a wonderfully educational and inspiring day it's been! The conference began after lunch, with a hymn:Let children hear the mighty deedsWhich God performed of old,Which in...
View ArticleCCLE XII: Day Two
I am writing this late in the evening from my hotel room. I am sitting here at my computer, trying to put into words the day's experiences. We have heard and learned so much; it will take some time to...
View ArticleCCLE XII: Day 3
The conference may be over, but the effects it will have on my thinking about Lutheran education and my practical approach to teaching and parenting will continue long after I get home. I have met many...
View ArticleLutheran high school bites the dust
Yet another Lutheran school falls apart due to lack of interest from Lutheran parents and lack of support from the church at large.Canadian Lutheran: Concordia High School To Close PermanentlyCBC has a...
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Missouri Synod founders motivated by Christian education
Why did 750 Saxon immigrants leave their homes, farms, and businesses in 1838 Germany to settle and build a new life in America? Dr. Tom Korcok has unearthed evidence that the founding members of the...
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