LCMS Black Ministry looks to expand education, outreach nationwide

Its goal is to have at least five Rosa J. Young Academies established by 2027. The college preparatory schools are intended to honor and continue the legacy of missionary educator Dr. Rosa J. Young (pictured).

KFUO’s ‘Sharathon’ set for April 20-22

The Synod’s worldwide radio station is asking listeners for support during its annual fundraiser.

Texas team takes top honor at LCEF marketing competition

The sixth annual Lutheran Church Extension Fund Student Marketing Competition takes place April 7 in St. Louis.

LCMS offers resources to identify, combat human trafficking

The resources, which are from a variety of sources, are available on the LCMS website.

Movie review: ‘The Case for Christ’

The film is “a cut above other films in the faith-based genre,” with “better script, acting, cinematography and design,” writes reviewer Ted Giese.

Military chaplains needed now ‘more than ever’

A new video from the Synod’s armed forces ministry features LCMS chaplains explaining the requirements, rewards and unique environment of serving in today’s military.

Synod, other advocates speak for religious liberty in secularized military

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Madrid allegedly was punished because of his religious beliefs about marriage and sexuality.

In April’s ‘Lutheran Witness’

This issue provides articles about observing Lent and Easter.

Reformation Relevance: ‘Merely a sleep’

An excerpt from a sermon by Martin Luther emphasizes how central the resurrection of Christ is for faith and for the comfort of all Christians.

Churches: ‘hub’ for continuing hurricane recovery in Haiti

LCMS Disaster Response provides ongoing relief to strengthen Haitian Lutheran partners after last October’s Hurricane Matthew.

LCMS congregation reaches out to vandalized Jewish cemetery

All Nations Church in University City, Mo., raises $3,348 to help with repairs and increased security at the St. Louis cemetery.

LCMS Witness & Outreach: re:Vitality and Every One His Witness

re:Vitality and Every One His Witness are separate, robust programs designed to complement and build upon each other. re:Vitality equips congregations and Every One His Witness equips individuals — both with the same purpose: to join in God’s mission to seek and to save the lost.

Worship institute online registration opens

LCMS Worship’s 2017 Institute on Liturgy, Preaching and Church Music is set for July 25-28 at Concordia University Chicago in River Forest, Ill.

LCMS Disaster Response Conference set for Sept. 26-28

The conference will provide opportunities to learn from those who have experienced disaster around the world.

Lutherans help midwestern communities after late-winter tornadoes

Lutheran Early Response Teams join storm-recovery efforts in rural southeastern Missouri and central Illinois.

Synod Snapshot: Boards and Business

News from the February meetings of the LCMS Council of Presidents and Board of Directors.