1) “It might also be pointed out that downloaders don’t typically translate into donors”

* Everyone knows that we ought to pay in order to hear the Gospel (and receive the Sacraments for that matter).

2)”‘Stewardship’ implies much the same thing as ‘business’—fiscal responsibility in managing one’s resources—without the potential negative connotations.”

* Really? I thought it had a theologically significant meaning.

3)”. . . there is no sign that ‘Issues’ or any other AM show has significantly climbed the charts in the St. Louis market.”

* This was a nationally sindicated program (yes, I know you people don’t want to talk about…. I mean don’t have national statistics). Besides, when the most recent statistics you have are 3 to 4 years old, of course there is “no sign” of anything.

4)”The Synod’s policy and approach to displaced employees is rooted in Christian care and concern and may involve severance, healthcare, outplacement services, and letters of recommendation.”

* They forgot to include gag orders in the list!

5) “We would respectfully disagree that there has been any secrecy about the reasons for the
cancellation.”

* ……

6)”As all public statements previously made on this topic have
said, and as the responses in this document demonstrate, the decision to cancel ‘Issues, Etc.’ was based on financial exigency.”

* That’s their story and they are sticking to it.

Thank you Pastor for keeping us informed. Kyrie eleison.