David Petersen
Pastor and liturgy scholar, editor of Gottesdienst: The Journal of Lutheran Liturgy, and pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, speaking about Holy Week hymnody and theology.
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 6min
[From the Archives] TGC 302 — Thinking Out Loud (Trinity 6)
In this engaging discussion, Fr. Dave Petersen, a thoughtful pastor and regular contributor, joins to explore the Gospel reading from Matthew. They dive into the complex relationship between anger and reconciliation, emphasizing how Jesus' teachings can reshape our understanding of conflict. The conversation also navigates sensitive topics like adultery and modern issues such as pornography, advocating for a contextual view of scripture. With a focus on the importance of sacrifice in resolving disputes, Petersen and Braaten highlight ways to foster genuine forgiveness and compassion within faith communities.
Apr 2, 2026 • 58min
The Holy Week Hymn, “Sing My Tongue the Glorious Battle” – Pr. David Petersen, 4/2/26 (0932, Encore)
David Petersen, pastor and liturgy scholar and editor of Gottesdienst, discusses the Holy Week hymn “Sing My Tongue the Glorious Battle.” He traces the hymn’s ancient origins, explains its martial and sacrificial imagery, and argues for its musical power and liturgical use. Short reflections connect the hymn to biblical texts, salvation history, and the hymn’s triumphant doxology.
Apr 2, 2026 • 58min
The Holy Week Hymn, “The Royal Banners Forward Go” – Pr. David Petersen, 4/2/26 (0921)
David Petersen, pastor and editor of Gottesdienst, offers a concise mini bio as a Lutheran liturgy and hymnody scholar. He traces the hymn’s martial imagery and substitutionary atonement. He connects scriptural roots, baptism and Eucharist echoes, and the hymn’s ransom and triumph language. He highlights translation variants and the closing doxology.
