Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.
Commissioned colloquy manual gets major update
The update includes changes for both colloquy applicants and LCMS districts.
‘Christ is Risen Indeed’: Theme announced for 2026 convention
The theme is based on 1 Corinthians 15:20–22.
Support the response to wildfires in California
LCMS Disaster Response is walking alongside the Pacific Southwest District and its congregations to assist with the response.
California fires threaten churches, displace members
The fires broke out on Jan. 7, resulting in widespread damage and evacuations.
Youth Ministry receives grant
The grant will support a new program called “Practicing Healthy Youth Ministry,” which will begin by creating a network of 35–40 facilitators across the LCMS.
Campus clips: All about community
Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.
‘Partners in ministry’: LCEF holds annual meeting
The meeting was the first under a streamlined representational structure.
Specialized Spiritual Care offers visitation course
The course will run online from Jan. 6 through June 23.
Registration open for 2025 Youth Gathering
The Gathering will take place July 19–23, 2025, in New Orleans, under the theme ENDURE.
CUS meets, visits Concordia University Chicago
The Concordia University System conducted an informal visit to the campus of Concordia University Chicago, River Forest, Ill., Sept. 16–17.
CTCR meets under new leadership, approves ‘Mission and Ministry’ document
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations met Oct. 3–4 at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis.
Debt relief for the church’s workers
MinistryFOCUS offers grants to pastors, teachers, directors of Christian education and other rostered LCMS church workers.
Campus clips: Concordias receive honors, launch new programs
Updates from LCMS universities, seminaries and campus ministries.
