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Paul Egger elected in Iowa West

The Rev. Dr. Steven Turner, outgoing president, announced his retirement prior to the convention.

Braunersreuther elected to first term in Texas

The district’s former president, the Rev. Michael Newman, previously announced his retirement.

Florida-Georgia re-elects Rockey

The Rev. James Rockey was elected by acclamation to his second term as district president.

Tornado hits Lutheran camp in Oklahoma

The response is ongoing after an EF-1 tornado hit Camp Lutherhoma in Tahlequah, Okla., on June 18.

Kansas District re-elects Panzer

The district met June 5–6 in Salina, Kan.

North Wisconsin District elects Shoup

Delegates met June 1–2 in Rothschild, Wis.

Hill elected to fourth term in Wyoming

The district’s 21st regular convention was held May 1–3 in Casper, Wyo.

From the mission field: Teaching the faith in Taiwan

One role of a missionary is to develop resources for sharing the faith.

Honoring our church worker spouses

This month, as the church remembers the 500th anniversary of the marriage of Martin and Katie Luther, the LCMS also honors church worker spouses.

Multiple LCMS groups assist with tornado response

A damaging storm system went through parts of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky on May 16.

CNH elects Lange to third term

The LCMS California-Nevada-Hawaii District met in convention May 15–17 in Sacramento, Calif.

Harmon re-elected in SED

The LCMS Southeastern District met in convention May 8–9 in Richmond, Va.

Recovery begins after St. Louis tornado

The tornado, an EF3, left a long trail of destruction across St. Louis and into Illinois.

‘No do-overs’ in high school sports: LCMS school leaders stand up for female athletes

At issue is the failure of the California Interscholastic Foundation to follow an executive order banning transgender athletes from participating in girls’ sports.

Family ministry is for everyone

On May 5–7, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod held a summit to discuss the future direction of family ministry.

Specialized Spiritual Care educators recognized

Specialized Spiritual Care workers care for those who serve in specialized settings such as hospitals, prisons, police/fire departments or senior living communities.