LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison addresses the Equality Act.
Statement on the death of George Floyd and the ensuing riots
God’s Word rejects racism. All are equally created by God. All are equally accountable to God. The sins of all are atoned for by Christ. Racism is not acceptable.
Does God will suffering and affliction?
God works His greatest blessings through crosses.
Encouragement and resources for reopening churches
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison encourages and suggests resources for congregations as they begin or plan for resuming in-person worship.
Letter to the U.S. Attorney General in defense of religious liberties
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison wrote a letter to the U.S. Attorney General in defense of religious liberties.
This pandemic is temporary
Pandemics and plagues have come and gone over the millennia. Christ has sustained His church.
President Harrison encourages support for church workers
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison encourages congregational members to support and thank their church workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Video: An Easter devotion with President Harrison
In uncertain times, we have certain promises through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Holy Week pastoral letter from President Harrison
Read encouragement from LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and a statement from the Seminary faculties regarding the Lord’s Supper.
Information about SBA/PPP loans for the church
Lutheran Church Extension Fund and Concordia Plan Services offer information for Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod congregations, workers and Recognized Service Organizations regarding financial help during the coronavirus pandemic.
He rose again according to the Scriptures
The apostles were sent by Christ to bear witness to the world. Their words still bear witness to Christ’s resurrection.
LCMS President Harrison video: Much cause to rejoice and give thanks
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, brings a message of encouragement and joy to the church during the coronavirus pandemic.
President Harrison comments on government recommendations
In light of government recommendations, we trust our great clergy and laypeople to make appropriate decisions regarding worship.
And the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness
Jesus fasted for all of us as part of His obedience to the Law. But no doubt, He also fasted to keep His body, mind and spirit focused upon His Father and His mission.
How shall they hear without a preacher?
Belief can’t happen where the message has not been heard. And there can be no hearing of the message without a preacher.
It all rests on Christ
My salvation is as certain as Christ, because everything Christ did is mine! You see, it’s blasphemous to say, “Yes, I believe in Christ, but I don’t know if I’m really going to heaven.”
