The work of the 12 congregations that make up the pilot cohort of the Synod’s “Sing, Pray and Keep His Ways” program is underway, with applications currently being accepted for a second cohort.
Church worker wellness: Love for Christ, love for one another
Pastors and their congregation members are fellow redeemed children of God who care for and love one another in Christ Jesus.
Webinar to tackle myths about missionaries
On Saturday, Oct. 24, 10–11 a.m. Central Daylight Time, hear from a panel of current missionaries about how they spread the Gospel, plant Lutheran churches and show mercy around the world.
Church worker appreciation begins in October
The month of October kicks off another yearlong celebration of church worker appreciation in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Fellowship recognized between LCMS and Lutheran Mission–Australia
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and LM–A President Rev. Dr. Matthew Anker signed the official protocol document during the LM–A convention in August.
Save the date: National March for Life
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison invites you to join him in at the 2027 National March for Life in Washington, D.C.
‘CelebraZion’: Celebrating 100 years of LCMS Hispanic ministry
As the LCMS celebrates 100 years of Hispanic ministry in 2026, the National Hispanic Convention held its eighth triennial convention under the theme “100 Years — CelebraZion.”
‘The arms of Jesus’: Responding to Tropical Storm Lala
Tropical Storm Lala went through the area of Our Savior Lutheran Church and School in Aiea, Oahu, Hawaii, on Sunday, Aug. 16.
Campus clips: Kicking off a new academic year
Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.
September ‘LW’: Storing up God’s Word
The September issue of ‘The Lutheran Witness’ offers helpful articles on the topic of Scripture memorization.
Ministry to the Armed Forces: Serving those who serve
A recent event in Camarillo, Calif., provided an opportunity for a local Operation Barnabas chapter to use a canopy it developed with assistance from LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces.
Leaders trained for ‘Created Male and Female’ retreats
The retreat model will serve parents whose children struggle with sexual and/or gender identity confusion.
Deaconesses gather for learning, renewal
The 2026 Concordia Deaconess Conference was held this summer in Dublin, Ohio.
PALS facilitators gather for training, collaboration
PALS assists new pastors and their families with the transition from seminary to parish life.
Three leaders installed at International Center
Michelle Bauman, the Rev. Charles Varsogea and the Rev. Daniel Galchutt were installed during daily chapel at the LCMS International Center in July.
Delegates debate, worship, receive Gospel comfort
Christ’s message of Gospel forgiveness was apparent in ways big and small as more than 1,300 delegates — and hundreds more guests, both national and international — descended on downtown Phoenix July 18–23 for the 2026 LCMS convention under the theme “Christ Is Risen Indeed.”
