The newest module in the Every One His Witness® (E1HW) evangelism program is about witnessing to adult children who have left the church.
Seminaries host fall events for future students, church workers and laity
The beginning of a new academic year provides a multitude of educational and enrichment opportunities at both LCMS seminaries.
Historic ‘symbol of racial unity’ burns in Indianapolis
An Aug. 7 fire in the basement of Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Indianapolis, caused an estimated $1 million in damage.
As California burns, Lutherans care
As wildfires rage across California, local LCMS pastors, congregations and members have found opportunities to care for one another and their communities, while sharing the Gospel of Christ.
LCMS Chaplain Gregory Todd promoted to rear admiral in Washington, D.C.
After a rigorous review and selection process, LCMS Chaplain Gregory Todd has been promoted to the rank of rear admiral (lower half) and will now serve as deputy chief of Navy chaplains and chaplain of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Movie review: ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp’
“Ant-Man and the Wasp” delivers audiences an eye-popping film experience while affirming marriage and family without resorting to clichés.
Freedom to be faithful prevails at Supreme Court
The Supreme Court’s NIFLA decision undergirds free speech protections for pregnancy counselors and others.
Movie review: ‘Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom’
The new Jurassic film is a Grade-A summer blockbuster with its special effects, but its shallow storyline makes it a B-movie “creature feature.”
Movie review: ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’
The latest entry in the Star Wars universe works best if the audience avoids thinking too much and simply enjoys it for what it is: a straightforward, double-crossing heist film that introduces some beloved characters in a safe and appealing way.
Texas Lutherans provide quick response to shooting
On May 18, a shooter opened fire on students and faculty at Santa Fe High School, ultimately killing 10 people and injuring 10 more.
LCMS members play key role in passing Iowa fetal heartbeat bill
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed the bill — which prohibits most abortions once a heartbeat is detectable by ultrasound — on May 4. Previously in Iowa, most abortions were permitted up to 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Movie review: ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
Directed by Anthony Russo and Joe Russo, “Avengers: Infinity War” is a gift to MARVEL fans, honoring previous films in the franchise while bringing its own contributions to the saga.
Movie review: ‘A Quiet Place’
“A Quiet Place” is the rare horror film that invites the audience to become invested in the characters, as opposed to horror films that include characters for the sole purpose of gruesome deaths.
Helping houses ‘feel like home again’ for Harvey survivors
Heart for Texas, a coalition of Lutheran organizations partnering with volunteers and businesses in Texas and beyond, is helping homeowners return as closely as possible to normal life.
Movie review: ‘God’s Not Dead: A Light in Darkness’
The third installment in the “God’s Not Dead” series is a vast improvement over the first two, but this doesn’t mean it’s a good film, only that it’s a better film.
Movie review: ‘Paul, Apostle of Christ’
Reviewer Ted Giese calls it “a remarkable film” with “a strong presentation of forgiveness, grace and mercy.”
