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Mine collapse closes Lutheran high school

Due to mine subsidence, Lutheran High School in Springfield, Ill., had to relocate before the start of the school year.

First round of Life Match grants awarded

A second set of applications is currently undergoing the review process, with a third phase to begin on Nov. 1.

‘Tell the next generation’: Black Ministry Family Convocation gathers in Mobile

From July 27 to 30, more than 240 people, including 63 children, gathered at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mobile, Ala., under the theme “Empowering the Next Generation.”

LCEF announces Kaleidoscope awards

A total of $592,606 was awarded to 28 LCMS schools throughout the United States.

‘Let Us Keep Awake’ theme of MDFL Fall Conference

The Making Disciples for Life (MDFL) Fall Conference is set for Oct. 10–12 at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis.

National Mission discusses chaplaincy, church planting

The LCMS Board for National Mission convened June 16–17 in St. Louis.

Campus clips: Synod schools engage in mission, service, study

Updates from LCMS universities and seminaries.

LCMS pastor cares for first responders after Amtrak derailment

The train, which was carrying 275 passengers and 12 crew members, derailed in Mendon, Mo., about 100 miles northeast of Kansas City.

New England District elects Beinke

The convention was held June 9–11 in Springfield, Mass.

Woodford re-elected in Minnesota South

The convention was held June 9–11 in St. Paul, Minn.

Panzer elected president of Kansas District

The district held its 74th convention June 9–10 in Topeka, Kan. 

Lueck re-elected in North Wisconsin

The LCMS North Wisconsin District held its 53rd convention June 5–6 in Rothschild, Wis.

Summer KFUO series highlights ‘Set Apart to Serve’ initiative

The series will air on KFUO’s “The Coffee Hour” on Fridays during June, July and August.

Campus clips — Universities and seminaries provide summer updates

Updates from LCMS universities and seminaries.

Southeastern District elects Harmon

Harmon succeeds the Rev. Dr. John Denninger, who is retiring after serving three terms as district president. 

SELC re-elects Vinovskis

The convention was held May 12–15 in St. Louis.