Rev. John Suguitan and Deaconess Kelly Jacobs serve the physical and spiritual needs of the homeless in Cincinnati.
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LCMS statistics for 2016: membership down, contributions up
But only about 70 percent of the Synod’s 6,100 congregations reported.
COP reviews Koinonia Project outcomes, hears president’s report
The council also discussed plans to study church-worker health and well-being.
Plans underway for 45th annual March for Life
The national event will take place in Washington, D.C. on Jan. 19, with regional events planned for dates in January and February.
Pless to lead Advent preaching workshop at Concordia Theological Seminary
The workshop is $40/person and will take place on Nov. 7.
LCMS receives ‘Above and Beyond’ award from U.S. Department of Defense
The award was presented at a banquet in Jefferson City on Aug. 25.
Recovery slow but steady in Puerto Rico as donations and aid are still needed
Power remains out over much of the island and many roads are still blocked by debris.
Synod joins amicus brief for Colorado baker under fire for marriage view
The brief’s basis is that the government cannot force Americans to use their abilities and vocations to perform services that violate their faith and conscience.
Harvey and Irma: Synod focuses on long-term aid
Collaboration among LCMS Disaster Response, affected districts and essential partners continues to be strengthened by generosity shown across the Synod.
Defense Secretary Mattis: DoD/DHS panel will review president’s transgender guidance
Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis says he will delay implementing President Trump’s military transgender policy pending further review.
Lutheran school students among Las Vegas shooting victims
Twin sisters Natalia and Gianna Baca, seniors at Faith Lutheran High School in Las Vegas, are injured but recovering.
Love in action: disaster donations are helping
Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF) is also providing aid through its Kaleidoscope Fund.
Synod prepares response to devastated Puerto Rico
With limited information from Lutherans there, an LCMS assessment team plans to leave for the island Oct. 5.
BOD votes to increase disaster-fund impact
Also in its regular meeting, the Board considered ways to increase effectiveness, received reports and took routine actions.
LCMS Stewardship releases free Bible study
The eight-session study focuses on both financial and other kinds of stewardship.
‘Viral’ photo has Synod connection
The photo of the African-American deputy carrying two white children across floodwaters has been shared widely as a symbol of racial harmony.
