The need to rally for the pro-life cause has increased in Missouri since Amendment 3 was passed in November 2024.
Connection points: Forming youth in the faith
There are several organizations that walk beside LCMS congregations, families and schools to to help form youth in the Christian faith.
YouthLead: Equipped and eager to share Christ
YouthLead (formerly Lutheran Youth Fellowship) helps teens develop leadership skills that they can use within their congregations and communities.
Call Day is almost here
Both LCMS seminaries are preparing for their annual assignment and call services.
Giving thanks for our church musicians
In April, LCMS congregations and schools are invited to observe Director of Parish Music (DPM) Appreciation.
Registration open for ‘Dying Well in Christ’
“Dying Well in Christ: A Forum on the Church’s Care at Life’s End” is set for July 7–9 on the campus of Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.
Missionaries invited to Latin America alumni event
The event, scheduled for Aug. 7–8 at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, is open to all LCMS missionaries who have served in the Latin America and the Caribbean region.
Mission boards meet via Zoom
The LCMS Boards for International Mission and National Mission met in late January.
Sturzenbecher elected to first term in South Dakota
The LCMS South Dakota District convention was held Feb. 16–18 in Sioux Falls, S.D.
Curtis elected to first term in SID
The LCMS Southern Illinois District held its 60th convention Feb. 20–22.
‘His is the victory’: Lutherans confess Christ at March for Life
The 2025 National March for Life in Washington, D.C., was the third since Roe v. Wade was overturned in 2022.
Chepulis elected to first term in North Dakota
The Rev. Mark A. Chepulis was elected president of the LCMS North Dakota District during the district’s 60th convention.
Vinovskis re-elected in SELC
The Rev. Waldemar R. Vinovskis was elected to his third term as district president at the district’s 20th convention.
Youth Gathering planning nears fruition
Gathering registration is open until May 29, with the rate increasing March 4.
Education leaders gather in Savannah
The group meets annually to discuss matters of interest and concern regarding Lutheran education and youth ministry.
District representatives meet for mutual sharing, encouragement
Topics included worker wellness, church planting, evangelism and outreach, and equipping and encouraging smaller congregations.
