Events

Paavola elected to fifth term in Mid-South

The LCMS Mid-South District held its 22nd regular convention June 12–14 in Memphis, Tenn.

Conference on death points to life in Christ

“Dying Well in Christ: A Forum on the Church’s Care at Life’s End” was held July 7–9 on the campus of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.

Montana elects Wendt to first term

The district met June 9–12 under the theme “I Am Not Ashamed.”

South Wisconsin elects Meador to first term

The district met June 9–10 in Mequon, Wis., for its 57th regular convention.

Maxwell re-elected in Rocky Mountain District

The district held its 53rd regular convention May 29–31 in Denver, Colo.

Campus ministry leaders gather in Irvine

More than 50 LCMS church workers and lay leaders gathered May 28–30 for the LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference. 

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.

Fellowship recognized with Lutheran Church of Bolivia

A Divine Service on May 24 celebrated the official recognition of altar and pulpit fellowship.

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.

Giving thanks for our directors of Christian education

Through their leadership and service, DCEs assist and support pastors as they teach the faith to children, youth and adults. 

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.

‘The Gospel must be preached’: Call Day 2025

Over a three-day period, April 28–30, both LCMS seminaries held their call and placement services.