In July, the LCMS in convention made changes to its electoral circuit parameters, restructured a couple of its leadership positions and made changes to its agency regulation.
Global Lutheran leaders: Challenges abound, but Christ’s contentment rules
The 2026 International Church Relations Conference was held in Phoenix July 16–27 to coincide with the 69th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
‘Pray for the churches’: Join international church bodies in year of prayer
LCMS Church Relations has created a yearlong schedule, beginning Aug. 2 or anytime, for congregations and individuals to pray for two church bodies by name each week.
Set Apart to Serve: Listening to our young men
Hear what some young LCMS men are saying about the church, vocation, sacrifice and service.
August ‘Witness’: Navigating the digital world
The August issue of The Lutheran Witness tackles the subject of Artificial Intelligence.
From the mission field: Partnership in the Gospel
Updates about LCMS mission work around the world.
Campus clips: God’s gift of music
Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.
Official notice: LCMS districts (August 2026)
Updates from districts of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Official notice: Colloquies (August 2026)
Official notice regarding applications for colloquy in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Official notice: Requests for reinstatement (August 2026)
Official notice regarding requests for reinstatement to the ordained or commissioned roster of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Items wanted, available (August 2026)
Approximately 145 red copies of ‘The Lutheran Hymnal’ and altar items are available this month.
Congregational Anniversaries (August 2026)
Announcements featuring special church anniversaries.
Convention adopts ‘Modern Day Martyrdom’ resolution
The resolution calls for giving thanks to God for the steadfast faith of martyred brothers and sisters in Christ and encourages parish pastors to prepare their congregations to stay faithful.
2026 LCMS convention news – Thursday, July 23
The fifth and final day of the convention included unfinished business and an Itinerarium.

