New This Week Archives

‘Where two or three are gathered’: February ‘Witness’

The February issue of ‘The Lutheran Witness’ is all about smaller congregations.

From the mission field: Short-term mission

Updates about LCMS mission work around the world.

Campus clips: Concordia students learn, march, pray

Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.

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.

‘Unbelievable’ loss: Historic First Lutheran finds strength in God, church

The Eaton fire is the second most destructive wildfire in California history.

Grant will support nurturing children’s faith through worship

The $750,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. is funded through Lilly Endowment’s Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative.

‘Set Apart to Serve’ is here to stay

In November 2024, the SAS leadership team developed one- and five-year strategic plans for SAS.

Serving in all seasons

Two seasoned LCMS Lutherans are demonstrating that the Lord’s call to serve one’s neighbor never ends.

All Nations Council holds first meeting

The All Nations Council, part of All Nations Ministry, is a gathering of LCMS leaders whose work focuses on multiethnic ministry in the United States.

‘Holding to God’s promises’: Wildfires in California

No congregation or school of the LCMS has burned down, but members of many LCMS churches were affected.

Synod boards hold final meetings of 2024

The LCMS Board for International Mission, Council of Presidents, Board for National Mission and Board of Directors held their regularly scheduled fall meetings in November.