A listing of new LCMS Recognized Service Organizations (RSOs), those whose RSO status has been renewed and those whose RSO status has been removed.
New BIM members learn scope of international work
“I give thanks to God that I’m able to be a part of it,” said new LCMS Board for International Mission member Rev. Roberto Rojas at the board’s first meeting of the new triennium.
Gospel’s centrality key to BNM’s work in new triennium
Meeting in St. Louis Sept. 8-9, the Synod’s Board for National Mission hears reports on all 18 ministries of the LCMS Office of National Mission.
Kumm reminds BOD of its ‘true purpose’ at triennium’s first meeting
Meeting Sept. 8-9 in St. Louis, the Synod’s Board of Directors welcomes three new members, elects its leaders, adopts six resolutions and hears reports.
Cranach Reformation Altar reproduction installed at International Center
A scale reproduction of the Reformation Altar art in Wittenberg, Germany, is dedicated Sept. 19 at the LCMS International Center chapel.
Positions (October 2016)
Positions are available with Concordia University System schools, Lutheran Special School and Education Services, and Lutheran Church Extension Fund.
KFUO program to discuss challenges of education
The program hosted by Kip Allen is set for airing and online streaming Sept. 21 at 2:30 p.m. Central Time.
Seminaries offer campus visits to prospective students
High-school and college students as well as adults are invited to attend visitation events at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind.
Journal outlines ‘ecumenical and mission opportunities’
The September “Journal of Lutheran Mission” highlights the Synod’s opportunities to walk with other confessional churches around the world.
Photo essay: Extending Mercy in Kenya
The first LCMS Mercy Medical Team in Lodwar, Kenya, treats 1,861 people over five days in June.
Rev. Dr. Robert King, 94, was longtime LCMS officer
A funeral service for King — who died Sept. 6 — is held Sept. 14 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson City, Mo.
Catechism ‘Explanation’ revision ready for review
A first draft of the revised “Explanation” to “Luther’s Small Catechism” is mailed to congregations and rostered church workers for feedback by Oct. 31.
‘Called to Vote’ offers Christian approach to elections
The downloadable study is designed to “spark thoughtful and biblical conversation about voting in a democracy and our duty as Christian citizens.”
September ‘Witness’ addresses women and the Church
The issue tackles questions such as “Should women be drafted?” and “Why doesn’t the LCMS ordain women?”
Reformation Relevance: How Christians should regard Moses
Martin Luther proclaims the Law and the Gospel as the lenses through which every Christian can read and properly understand the Bible.
Higher Things summer conferences draw 2,700 participants
Young people from seven countries gather for three Higher Things summer conferences under the theme “Bread of Life.”
