Read updates about how LCMS missionaries, military chaplains, pastors and congregations are navigating quarantines and lockdowns.
In difficult times, Synod boards continue work
The LCMS Boards for International and National Mission held online meetings on May 29 and June 5, respectively.
Daniel Preus named interim president of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Preus began serving on July 1 and will continue until a new president takes office.
Call for nominations: President, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
The deadline to submit a nomination is Aug. 31, 2020.
New ‘Making Disciples for Life’ Bible studies to address wide range of topics
The Bible studies are particularly suited to the difficulties of COVID-19.
Shutdowns offer LCMS schools new opportunities to serve
Among other efforts, LCMS schools assisted by making and delivering face shields; collecting food, cash and other supplies; and providing temporary educational solutions for those far from home.
LCMS Locator has new look, features
The LCMS Locator, found at the top of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s home page at lcms.org or at locator.lcms.org, is intended primarily to connect people to local ministries.
Official notice: Colloquies (July 2020)
A listing of those who have completed or submitted applications for Synod colloquies.
Items wanted, available (July 2020)
Wanted this month is organ and choir music. Available are banners.
CTCR releases Addendum to ‘Communion and Covid-19’ opinion
The Addendum is titled, “One little word can fell him: Ten reasons to question whether ‘online Communion’ is ‘truly good, right and salutary.’”
LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission webinar: ‘Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Ministry’
Hosted by LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission, Deaconess Dr. Kim Schave presents a free webinar titled “Domestic Violence and Its Impact on Ministry.”
‘Sent to Serve’: New ‘Chapel Talks’ resource now available
The 2020–21 “Chapel Talks” contains 43 devotions — one for each week of the school year — plus services for the beginning and ending of the school year and for Christmas.
Racism and the church: A time to listen
Hear from voices across the LCMS about the killing of George Floyd.
Campus clips – Coronavirus, commencements and more
News from LCMS colleges, universities and seminaries.
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