2014 - Page 21 of 27 - Reporter

Harrison talks Hobby Lobby, health care in ‘op-ed’

Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison gives reasons why Americans need to discuss issues in the U.S. Supreme Court case against the Affordable Care Act.

Statements & Letters

Statements & Letters

Tired of Hobby Lobby?

You’re tired of hearing about Hobby Lobby and the Supreme Court. But even though you are tired, even though you’ve grown weary of having the same discussions about the same points, Hobby Lobby and fines and health-care plans still matter. They matter because your country – the United States of America – was founded on the principle that you were born with certain rights: the rights to seek and follow truth, to live according to your beliefs, to worship freely.

Higher Things adds fourth summer conference

With registration filled for the conference at Mequon, Wis., a fourth one is planned for July 15-18 at Camp LiWiSoMo in northern Wisconsin.

Parish-nurse conference set for May

“Reflecting God’s Love” is the theme of the 22nd Annual Concordia Conference for Parish Nurse and Congregational Health Ministries, May 28-29 at Concordia University Wisconsin, Mequon.

Brian Brown calls on youth to be ‘heroes’

In a March 13 “Free to Be Faithful” webinar, the president of the National Organization for Marriage emphasizes the importance of defending marriage as a union between a man and a woman.

New missionary-recruitment team begins work

The team opens new office space for their work of recruiting and placing more LCMS missionaries.

LIRS conference promotes ‘collaborative action’

Representatives from 38 organizations that work with immigrants and refugees gather in Baltimore for the Feb. 24-26 conference.

Registration now open for 2014 worship institute

The July 28-31 conference at Concordia University, Nebraska is designed for pastors, musicians and laity who are passionate about music.

LMI begins work in sixth African country, more starts planned

Although it’s winding down its fundraising campaign this spring, the Lutheran Malaria Initiative is far from over.

‘The 72’ seeks retirees for nationwide outreach ministry

The ministry is seeking about 20 volunteers to attend its next training event, set for Sept. 8-12 in Belleville, Ill.

Judy Kuhn, wife of LCMS VP, dies

Memorial services are planned for March 13 in Oviedo, Fla., and March 17 in Bath, Ill.

Eight schools gain NLSA ‘exemplary’ status

Leaders of the eight schools will intentionally share their best practices with other Lutheran schools via webinars and print articles.

ALMA draw: ‘making connections,’ ‘sharing ideas’

Members of the Association of Lutheran Mission Agencies say they gain valuable insights at their annual conference, held earlier this year.

Board, COP set same regions for 2016 convention

Among actions at its Feb. 14 meeting, the LCMS Board of Directors approves the five regions into which LCMS districts are grouped.

Congregations ratify ‘circuit visitor’ convention action

By a vote of 1,496 to 517, LCMS congregations ratify the 2013 LCMS convention’s approval to amend Article XII of the Synod Constitution.

Harrison shares Lenten message

In a new video, LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison recalls the words of Martin Luther — “We are beggars, this is true” — and their relevance to salvation.