Today the competition is fierce between Henry Muhlenberg and Albert Schweitzer.
MuhlenbergÂs Âsignificant accomplishments include the creation of the first Lutheran synod in America, known as the Pennsylvania Ministerium. He was successful in writing a uniform liturgy for Lutheran churches. Of equal significance, in 1761 the church constitution he penned was accepted, and his hymnal followed in 1786.Â
Schweitzer also had many significant accomplishments albeit in different fields than Muhlenberg. After studying medicine, he published his medical dissertation on ÂThe Psychiatric Study of Jesus. Then, in 1913, he and his wife journeyed to Africa where they treated patients suffering from leprosy, malaria, yellow fever, smallpox, dysentery, and other maladies. Albert wrote prolifically about his experiences, research, and studies in philosophy, theology and music.  He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952.
Be sure to check out the Lent Madness bracket hanging in the narthex. It lists all the saints who are competing this year. See who the winners are, then take a look at the website and read about some saints. Â
(Information about todayÂs saints was found at https://www.lentmadness.org/2024/02/henry-muhlenberg-vs-albert-schweitzer/
