Many LCMS members speak out and take action over concern for the health of today’s American family. But the Synod also must continue to extend a hand of support overseas where the family faces even greater challenges, says LCMS Life…
First Conference on Mercy equips, energizes 300
By Kim Krull Raised in a German Lutheran home and church, Karolyn Martinez says the typical view of mercy was to send money to a mission fund. But after gleaning two days’ worth of ideas and inspiration, her eyes opened…
Requests for Reinstatement (June)
WILLIAM SINGLETON, Whiting, N.J., has applied for reinstatement to the Minister of Religion-Ordained roster of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. RUTH BRANDON, Plano, Texas; CHRISTINE L. BREITE, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; MICHAEL W. FUCHS, Colleyville, Texas; LYNN GREUNKE, Papillion, Neb.; KATHLEEN HANNEBUTT,…
Board adopts $100 million Synod budget
By Joe Isenhower Jr. At its May 16-18 meeting in St. Louis, the Synod’s Board of Directors adopted a $100 million operating budget for the national church body, approved master plans and projects for Concordia University System schools, made appointments…
COP endorses program for Specific Ministry Pastors
A proposal to establish a Specific Ministry Pastor Program was endorsed by the Council of Presidents (COP) during their April 21-25 meeting. A major portion of that meeting was given to placement of pastoral candidates from the Synod’s two seminaries…
Resources target ministries to, with people with disabilities
Consider that about 54 million people in the United States — roughly 30 percent of the population — have some form of disability, and that people with disabilities are less likely to be in worship and otherwise participate in the…
Hymnal companion available
The Pastoral Care Companion to Lutheran Service Book is now available from Concordia Publishing House. Prepared by the Synod’s Commission on Worship and its agenda committee, the new volume is the successor to the TLH Pastor’s Companion and the LW…
Pressure Points (June)
With Dr. Bruce Hartung Q: Your column about returning service personnel suggested that we should not be measuring faith, as in “if your faith were stronger, you wouldn’t have these struggles.” I am a church worker and numerous people have…
Items available (June)
Note: Reporter cannot accept notices about items offered for sale or that people wish to purchase. Items described as “Wanted” or “Available” are sought or may be obtained for shipping costs only. Available Olive green and gold paraments (3 by…
Call for Nominations: stewardship, pastoral ed, CTCR posts
The Board for District and Congregational Services (DCS) is seeking nominations for a director of Stewardship and Congregational Life. The director will report directly to and be accountable to the executive director. The director serves as a member of the…
`07 LCMS president nominees share views (Part 1)
As in previous LCMS convention years, Reporter asked the five nominees for Synod president this year to answer in writing questions related to issues in the Synod — some of which will no doubt be considered during the Synod convention…
`07 LCMS president nominees share views (Part 3)
As in previous LCMS convention years, Reporter asked the five nominees for Synod president this year to answer in writing questions related to issues in the Synod — some of which will no doubt be considered during the Synod convention…
`07 LCMS president nominees share views (Part 4)
As in previous LCMS convention years, Reporter asked the five nominees for Synod president this year to answer in writing questions related to issues in the Synod — some of which will no doubt be considered during the Synod convention…
Positions (June)
Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, Ill., seeks to fill the position of Initial Certification Program coordinator, a faculty position (rank commensurate with qualification and experience) with expertise in coordinating initial certification programs in the following areas: Early Childhood Education, Elementary…
June 25 is deadline for `Ablaze!` Asia tour
June 25 is the deadline to register for an “Ablaze! Impact Tour” this fall of China, Hong Kong, and Macau, with an optional extension to Vietnam. Dr. Robert Roegner, executive director of LCMS World Mission, will host the Sept. 27-Oct.…
`07 LCMS president nominees share views (Part 2)
As in previous LCMS convention years, Reporter asked the five nominees for Synod president this year to answer in writing questions related to issues in the Synod — some of which will no doubt be considered during the Synod convention…
