Two upcoming conferences that focus on outreach on U.S. college and university campuses are scheduled for St. Louis in May. The fifth annual LCMS Campus Mission Confabulation, May 22-25 at the Crowne Plaza St. Louis Airport Hotel, is designed for…
Two Concordia University System schools are offering new programs of study. Concordia University, Irvine, Calif., has approved a minor in worship arts leadership. The program, open now to students, addresses contemporary and traditional approaches to worship “that are biblically grounded,…
The Concordia Seminary (St. Louis) Chorus, under the direction of Rev. Henry V. Gerike, will visit Lutheran congregations in Missouri, California, Arizona, and Nevada on its 2009 spring tour. The Chorus will provide sacred concerts that include prayer, Scripture readings,…
Concordia Publishing House has released a Lenten resource for congregations based on the hymn “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded.” The series draws its themes from the wounds of Jesus Christ and applies them to today’s Christian life. “For many Christians,…
International students will gain leadership skills and opportunities to grow and share their Christian faith during a May 13-20 training conference sponsored by International Student Ministry, Inc. (ISM). The annual Leadership Training Conference for International Students will be limited to…
Dr. John Brandt, executive director/principal of Valley Lutheran High School in Saginaw, Mich., is the recipient of the Lutheran Education Association’s (LEA) Christus Magister (Christ the Master Teacher) Award, the most prestigious of 10 awards LEA is giving this year…
With fresh information about it appearing online and a new logo proclaiming its “We Believe” theme, the next National LCMS Youth Gathering is only a year and a half away. The Gathering will take place July 17-21, 2010, in New…
By Sarah Schafer Although crews have been working for two weeks to restore power after a late January ice storm hit areas of Missouri, Arkansas, and Kentucky, some residents may wait another month before their lights come on. Meanwhile, LCMS…
With Dr. Bruce Hartung Q: I am serving as a pastor. An individual who has committed and been punished for sexual abuse is looking for a worshiping community [and has chosen the congregation I serve]. He understands the consequences of…
Commentary comment I’m sorry, but I had a difficult time reading and understanding Dr. Gilbert Meilaender’s November Reporter Commentary on the negative aspects of organ transplants. I agree that the possibility of hastening death and selling body organs and tissues…
The Commission on Worship’s study of 100-plus contemporary songs By David Johnson Endeavoring to faithfully address 2007 Synod Convention Resolution 2-02A, “To Provide Guidance and Direction for Use of Diverse/Contemporary Worship Resources,” the LCMS Commission on Worship sought to begin…
The Board for Mission Services (BFMS) of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod seeks nominations for the position of executive director. This person administers the activities of LCMS World Mission according to the Handbook and Bylaws of Synod, the directives of the…
LCMS Texas District, Austin, Texas, is seeking to fill the position of treasurer. This position directs all fiscal affairs and is involved in all fiscal planning and budgeting for the district. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all accounting…
The Board of Regents of Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon, Wis., herewith gives notice of intent to promote to a continuing-level appointment the following: DR. MARGARET BLODGETT, DR. THOMAS FEIERTAG, DR. JAMES FREESE, and DR. TERI KAUL. Any comments concerning this…
WALTER M. SCHNEIDER, Sterling, N.Y., has applied for reinstatement to the Minister of Religion-Ordained roster of The Lutheran Church -Missouri Synod. JAMIE SCHUTTE, St. Michael, Minn., and LUCAS E. STOELTING, Clarksville, Tenn., have applied for reinstatement to the Minister of…
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