Mark Braden

Mark Braden, editor of Gottesdienst and pastor at Zion Lutheran in Detroit, dives into the life of Luther D. Reed, a pivotal force in 20th-century liturgical reform. The conversation unveils Reed’s impactful contributions to church architecture and hymnody, emphasizing the evolution of Lutheran liturgical practices. Braden discusses the balance of individual and corporate worship, the significance of liturgical prayers, and showcases Reed's efforts to integrate early church traditions into modern worship, stressing his enduring legacy in Lutheran theology.