News from LCMS colleges, universities and seminaries.
From the mission field – Dominican Republic disaster-response workshop
Updates about LCMS mission work around the world.
LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission webinar: ‘Create Vibrant Multi-Ethnic Ministries’
Hosted by LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission, Rev. Eric Linthicum presents a free webinar titled “Create Vibrant Multi-Ethnic Ministries.”
Concordia, Portland to close after spring semester
The announcement came on Feb. 10 following a resolution approved by the CUP Board of Regents on Feb. 7.
Obituary: Rev. Dr. Karl Barth, president emeritus of both Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and the South Wisconsin District
A funeral service will take place Friday, Feb. 21, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Wauwatosa, Wis.
Thomas appointed fifth president of Concordia, Irvine
Dr. Michael A. Thomas began serving as president of Concordia University, Irvine, Calif., on Jan. 1.
KFUO’s ‘Lutheran Ladies’ Lounge’ podcast a ‘much-needed’ space for Lutheran women
While intended for Lutheran women, the program’s wide range of topics, charming banter and “come one, come all” spirit will appeal to anyone looking for a lighthearted, fun take on Lutheranism.
LCMS statement regarding the announced closure of Concordia University, Portland
The Board of Regents of Concordia University, Portland, Ore., has announced the closure of the school effective at the end of the current academic semester on April 30, 2020.
A statement from the Concordia University System presidents on the closing of Concordia, Portland
The institutions of the Concordia University System, the national higher education network of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, extend together our collective support for the students, faculty, staff, and administration of our sister campus in Portland, Oregon, which announced its intention to cease operations at the close of this spring semester.
LCMS members march for life with ‘a message of forgiveness for all’
The 47th National March for Life was on Jan. 24 in Washington, D.C.
Wurst installed as volunteer manager for LCMS Disaster Response; Meyer to serve as director of training
Wurst’s and Meyer’s new positions reflect a new staff structure for LCMS Disaster Response.
Free resource summarizes LCMS youth ministry study on millennials and the church
The resource is available in either paperback or e-book format from Concordia Publishing House.
LCMS Black Ministry: Building the kingdom
The LCMS Black Ministry Winter ‘Timeline’ newsletter shares stories of how the church is sharing the Gospel of salvation with all people.
RSO update (June-Dec. 2019)
A listing of new LCMS Recognized Service Organizations (RSOs), those whose RSO status has been renewed and those whose RSO status has been removed.
Statement of nominations: President, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Forty-four individuals have been nominated as candidates for election as the 11th president of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis,
Official notice: Audits and summary budgets (Feb. 2020)
Audits and summary budgets are available for the LCMS, LCEF, the LCMS Foundation, all 35 LCMS districts and Concordia Publishing House.