“Laudamus — A Select Men’s Choral Ensemble” at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, will offer 14 performances in nine cities during February.
North Dakota delegates re-elect Baneck
The Rev. Dr. James Baneck is elected to his third term as LCMS North Dakota District president.
Harrison issues statement on 42nd Roe v. Wade anniversary
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison asks Lutherans to join him “in praying for life: that our Lord would put an end to abortion.”
We say thank you to ‘Reporter’ survey respondents
More than 1,500 respondents took part in a recent online survey gauging people’s views on the Synod’s “Reporter” newspaper.
‘Lutheran Service Book’ prices to rise Feb. 1
Starting Feb. 1, the price of the book and its accompanying editions will increase by 99 cents.
‘Religious Freedom Day’ resources available
The Synod’s “Free to be Faithful” website adds resources for the Jan. 16 observance.
LCMS offers resources on domestic abuse
The resources are meant to aid church workers, friends, family members and survivors of domestic abuse.
Former Atlantic District President Ronald Fink dies
Fink, 77, died Dec. 27 at his home in Drums, Pa.
Commentary: Meet your Board of Directors
LCMS Board Chairman Rev. Michael Kumm provides an overview of the Board and its work.
In the January ‘Lutheran Witness’
Readers can learn how Christians are “Free to be Faithful” with regard to key social and religious issues today, specifically those of marriage, life and religious liberty.
Application period open for pastor-sabbatical grants
Congregations and their pastors have until April 15 to apply for sabbatical grants of up to $50,000 from Lilly Endowment Inc.
Concordia Wisconsin master’s programs named among best
Two of the university’s online programs — Master’s in Teaching and Learning and Master’s of Educational Administration — were named as the best in the state.
Simpson again leads LCMS Joint Seminary Fund
Cindy L. Simpson begins Dec. 15 as director of the Synod’s Joint Seminary Fund, with LCMS Mission Advancement.
Liberian pastor spearheads project to aid Ebola victims
The first $25,000 in food and water was set for distribution in December in Liberia. Another $75,000 in aid is planned.
Students prevail in snowplow-painting dispute
Two awards announced Dec. 17 by the Becket Fund for Religious Liberty have put two LCMS schools back in the spotlight for an incident that took place in October.
CPS dubbed ‘healthiest employer’ for third year
The St. Louis Business Journal once again recognizes Concordia Plan Services for the distinction.
