TY - BOOK AU - Wengert,Timothy J. TI - The pastoral Luther: essays on Martin Luther's practical theology T2 - Lutheran quarterly books SN - 9781506427232 AV - BR333.5.P65 P37 2017 PY - 2017/// CY - Minneapolis, MN. PB - Fortress Press. KW - Luther, Martin, KW - Theology, Practical KW - History KW - 16th century KW - Pastoral theology KW - Lutheran Church KW - fast N1 - Originally printed by W.B. Eerdmans in 2009; Includes bibliographical references N2 - Sixteen church historians here examine Martin Luther in an uncommon way -- not as Reformer or theologian but as pastor. Luther's work as parish pastor commanded much of his time and energy in Wittenberg. After first introducing the pastoral Luther, including his theology of the cross, these chapters discuss Luther's preaching and use of language (including humor), investigate his teaching ministry in depth, especially in light of the catechism, and explore his views on such things as the role of women, the Virgin Mary, and music ER -