Fall ‘Engage’: Gospel for all times

(LCMS/Erik M. Lunsford)

In February, historic wildfires ravaged two communities in Chile, destroying 12,000 homes and killing more than 100 people. As Chilean Lutherans cared for victims, one pastor noted, “On my own, I don’t have anything good to say to anybody. … [But] I realized … I could say to [the victims], ‘Through the Word of God, you are not alone.’ ”

The Fall 2024 issue of Lutherans Engage the World explores how Lutherans are sharing the Gospel in both good times and bad. In addition to a feature story on the disasters in Chile and Brazil, the issue gives a glimpse into the work of the Rev. Dr. Daniel Jastram, the Synod’s only missionary in Japan, who is bringing together faithful Lutherans scattered around the country.

The issue also includes an article about two Lutheran foster families that are caring for children in need and a firsthand account of what it’s like to serve on a short-term team through LCMS International Mission.

The Fall 2024 issue began arriving in mailboxes in late September. Read it online or subscribe at engage.lcms.org.

Posted Oct. 21, 2024