Altar Guild To Major Tom

April 21, 2006 · Filed Under theology

I almost posted something when I first read about this: Astronaut Calls Pastor To Say He’s Ok On Space Station. I found it bothersome, primarily because of the mention of pre-consecrated Communion elements being freighted up to the LCMS astronaut (and secondarily because I find this type of self-congratulatory publicity to be distasteful). It struck (and strikes) me as bad theology, but I just didn’t feel like taking the time to fully develop & write out my thoughts & contentions.

Thankfully, the fine fellows over at Beggars All have bailed me out, with their fine posting Space Communion. There’s a wonderful posting on the subject, along with a lively discussion thread in the comments.

Highly recommended.

-ghp

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