In a supplement to the October 2018 Reporter, LCMS Disaster Response highlights the mercy work that has been done over the last year following natural disasters in Texas, Puerto Rico, California and other regions.
‘Reporter’ Supplement: Faithful to the Word of God
In a supplement to the October 2018 Reporter, LCMS Pastoral Education highlights Preach the Word (PTW), a post-seminary continuing-education initiative out of the LCMS Office of the President.
KFUO Radio: The Supreme Court hearing and religious liberty
Tim Goeglein, vice president of External Relations for Focus on the Family, and KFUO host Kip Allen talk about Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation process during a Free to be Faithful® program.
‘Reporter’ Supplement: The transition is real: The pastor’s journey from seminary to first call
The September 2018 “Reporter” supplement from LCMS Pastoral Education highlights the pastor’s (and his wife’s) transition from seminary to first call.
KFUO Radio: Army chaplain disciplined for following church’s marriage beliefs
During a Free to be Faithful® program, Jeremy Dys, Deputy General Counsel for First Liberty Institute, and KFUO Radio host Kip Allen discuss the possible disciplinary action against Army Chaplain Scott Squires for following his church’s beliefs about marriage.
Parish Nurse Video Lecture: ‘Exercise in the Congregation’
Helpful information on how to start an exercise program in the congregation.
Commission on Theology and Church Relations report: ‘Confession and Absolution’
Requested by The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in convention, the Commission on Theology and Church Relations adopted a report on “Confession and Absolution” to address these matters.
KFUO Radio: Reclaiming liberties for people of faith
Rev. Dr. Gregory Seltz, executive director of Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty, and KFUO Radio host Kip Allen discuss religious liberty, sanctity of life and defense of marriage during a Free to be Faithful® program.
Mercy essays feature Lutheran theologians from Reformation to today
In a variety of timely yet timeless essays, Lutheran theologians look at Christ’s mercy and the way in which He showers healing, compassion and forgiveness on His people.
Parish Nurse Video Lecture: ‘Reaching out and caring for veterans’
The Rev. Dr. Steven Hokana, chaplain, Lt. Col., USA (Ret.), D. Min., BCC, assistant director for the LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces, presents “Reaching Out and Caring for Veterans.”
Nevertheless: The Legacy of Rosa Young at Concordia College, Alabama
Celebrate all that God has done through Concordia College Alabama, Selma, Ala. Praise Him for His grace and trust in Him for the future. Sadly, Concordia is closed. Nevertheless, we pray that God continues the work begun through the faculty, staff and students over the years.
KFUO Radio: Religious liberty in the United States
Tim Goeglein, vice president of External Relations for Focus on the Family, and KFUO host Kip Allen discuss the status of religious liberty in the United States. Topics include judicial appointments, court cases, the impact of the sexual revolution and freedom of conscience.
Give thanks in all circumstances — through the risen Christ
Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod: “I thank God for you, for your partnership in the Gospel, your confession of our Lutheran doctrine, your prayers for the Synod and even your prayers for this sinner. I thank God for your ministry. I thank God for every congregation in your district.”
Message to the Church about demographic challenges we face
A portion of this “white paper” takes up the demographic challenge of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. I pray, that as we face challenges with the Word of God, we will continue to grow together in unity.
Fear, Anxiety and Wellness: Journey to a Heart at Peace
Dr. John Eckrich, a retired practicing physician and the founder of Grace Place Wellness Ministries, teaches on “Fear, Anxiety, and Wellness: Journey to a Heart at Peace.”
‘Joy:fully Lutheran’ – Rejoice. Pray. Give thanks. Christ has done it.
Even as our world changes, the Word of God remains the same. The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod proclaims this truth here and throughout the world in mission work, disaster response, universities, seminaries and especially in our congregations.
