Martin Luther teaches that the hymns we sing should clearly proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ into the ears and hearts of those who sing and hear them.
LCMS Worship: Suggestions for 2017 midweek Lenten services
The LCMS suggests 2017 Lenten Midweek Propers, which pair selections from Isaiah’s Servant Songs with the Passion reading from St. Matthew.
Two LCMS schools in spotlight for ‘Blue Ribbon’ honor
Immanuel Lutheran School, St. Charles, Mo., and St. Paul Lutheran School, Mount Prospect, Ill., are among those named “National Blue Ribbon Schools” for 2016.
Wulf on LCMS 2016 fiscal year: ‘Nervous and cautious’
When donors get nervous about the future of the economy or changing societal norms, donated resources decline overall.
‘Tremendous impact’ through first National Offering allocation
The first allocation from The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod’s 2016-19 National Offering is announced — made possible with gifts totaling $411,305.69.
Puig was first executive secretary for LCMS Hispanic Ministry
A joint memorial service for Rev. Carlos H. Puig and his wife, Joan, is set for Oct. 22 at Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, Houston.
Almost 3,000 attend convocation launching LEA’s 75th anniversary
Lutheran Education Association’s 2016 convocation in Grand Rapids, Mich., draws Lutheran educators and education students from 37 states and 14 countries.
KFUO Audio: Responsibility of Christians in Kingdom of the Left
Rev. Larry Beane talks with KFUO Radio’s Kip Allen on Oct. 19 about the obligation of Christians in the Kingdom of the Left regarding the election of officials. Are Christians required to vote? What is the role of the conscience in the election process?
Brief Advent Table Devotions: 2016
LCMS Worship suggests the following Advent devotions for use at home. Family members may take turns reading the prophesy for each day from Nov. 27 to Christmas Eve.
Hymn Suggestions: Series A (2016-17)
LCMS Worship provides Series A hymn suggestions for the 2016-17 church year.
KFUO program to discuss Lutherans and upcoming election
Worldwide KFUO’s “Free to be Faithful” October 19 program examines Lutheran responsibilities in the presidential election.
Wittenberg an ‘apt’ choice for Sixth ILC World Seminaries Conference
About 60 participants gather in the city where the Reformation started for the International Lutheran Council’s Oct. 11-13 theological-education conference.
Inaugural LCMS Reformation-celebration event set for Nov. 6
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, hosts the Synod’s inaugural event for the 500th anniversary of the Reformation — including a lecture, worship and a meal.
Synod joins amicus brief for florist sued twice over marriage view
The amicus brief supports Richland, Wash., floral designer Barronelle Stutzman, who faces two lawsuits for refusing to use her artistic abilities for a same-sex wedding ceremony.
Rivett, Wagner receive ‘Christus In Mundo’ awards
Rev. R. James Rivett and Rev. Dr. William W. Wagner received the Christus In Mundo Award during a Zion XVI Conference Banquet on Sept. 17, 2016, in Belleville, Ill.
Prayer for all who suffer after Hurricane Matthew
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod offers the following prayer for all those who suffer in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. Pastors may use the prayer in congregations, and all are invited to include these victims in personal prayers.
