A donor is offering to match — up to $100,000 — contributions to the fund, which supports Gospel outreach and humanitarian efforts worldwide.
Letter: Volunteers needed in Texas
The Rev. Ken Hennings, president of the LCMS Texas District, thanks those who have helped and invites additional volunteers.
Luther film ‘package’ includes DVD, Bible study
“Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World” is now available with a six-week Bible study.
LCMS statistics for 2016: membership down, contributions up
But only about 70 percent of the Synod’s 6,100 congregations reported.
Official notice: LCMS salary information (November 2017)
Salaries of LCMS officers are published here.
Official notice: requests for reinstatement (November 2017)
A listing of those who have applied — and been approved — for reinstatement to LCMS rosters.
Official notice: colloquies (November 2017)
A listing of those who have completed — or submitted applications for — teacher or pastor colloquies in the Synod.
Items wanted, available (November 2017)
Available this month are organs, Bibles and hymnals.
Positions (November 2017)
Positions are available with Concordia Seminary and Concordia University System.
Reformation Relevance: The marks of the Church
Indicating where the Church is located are God’s Word; Holy Baptism; the Sacrament of the Altar; the Office of the Keys; called ministers; prayer, praise and thanksgiving to God; and the sacred cross.
Plans underway for 45th annual March for Life
The national event will take place in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19, with regional events planned for dates in January and February.
Built on the rock: New church, pastor, publishing house in Sri Lanka
The Ceylon Evangelical Lutheran Church (CELC) held its first convocation Sept. 1-2.
Pless to lead Advent preaching workshop at Concordia Theological Seminary
The workshop is $40/person and will take place on Nov. 7.
Recovery slow but steady in Puerto Rico as donations and aid are still needed
Power remains out over much of the island and many roads are still blocked by debris.
Concordia Publishing House releases updated ‘Small Catechism with Explanation’
The new catechism is now available for pre-order.
