The FORO (forum) model started in the LCMS Latin America and the Caribbean region as a way to bring together various mission partners around the strategic plan in a particular area.
First FORO held in South Africa
Watch for more in an upcoming issue of Lutherans Engage the World.
Fall ‘Engage’: God’s eternal family
The Fall issue of ‘Lutherans Engage the World’ is now available.
‘Lutherans Engage’: Quiet and humble service
The Summer 2025 issue of ‘Lutherans Engage the World’ is now available.
Spring ‘Engage’: Clinging to Christ’s promises
The Spring issue of ‘Lutherans Engage the World’ shows God’s care for His people through times good and bad.
YouthLead: Equipped and eager to share Christ
YouthLead (formerly Lutheran Youth Fellowship) helps teens develop leadership skills that they can use within their congregations and communities.
‘More than a songbook’: An Indonesian Lutheran hymnal
In November 2024, the Buku Ibadah Lutheran (Lutheran Worship Book) was dedicated during a pastors’ conference in Indonesia.
Winter ‘Engage’: Christ’s light during trials
The issue highlights ways that God comes to His people at their most difficult times.
‘To worship Christ’: Nourishing the faithful in Japan
The Rev. Dr. Daniel Jastram is the only missionary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod currently serving in Japan.
‘Reporter’ at 50: A conversation with Joe Isenhower Jr.
As the Synod’s official newspaper celebrates its 50th anniversary, a former managing editor takes a look back.
Fall ‘Engage’: Gospel for all times
The Fall 2024 issue of ‘Lutherans Engage the World’ explores how Lutherans are sharing the Gospel in both good times and bad.
Concordia University System regents gather for training
The training was mandated by the Synod in convention.
Summer ‘Engage’: Mercy for neighbor
Among other stories, the issue introduces the “By the Mercies of God” accountability campaign.
‘By the Mercies of God’: Putting the church’s gifts to work
Stories of mercy provide a small glimpse of how the generosity of God’s people is making a difference around the world.
Following where God leads: Spring ‘Engage’
The Spring 2024 issue of Lutherans Engage the World shares stories about Lutherans who have had unusual and exciting opportunities to share the Gospel.
‘More than just the building’: Restoring a church in Panama
Due to a series of catastrophic events, the sanctuary of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Balboa, Panama, had become unusable.
