“I give thanks to God that I’m able to be a part of it,” said new LCMS Board for International Mission member Rev. Roberto Rojas at the board’s first meeting of the new triennium.
Gospel’s centrality key to BNM’s work in new triennium
Meeting in St. Louis Sept. 8-9, the Synod’s Board for National Mission hears reports on all 18 ministries of the LCMS Office of National Mission.
Kumm reminds BOD of its ‘true purpose’ at triennium’s first meeting
Meeting Sept. 8-9 in St. Louis, the Synod’s Board of Directors welcomes three new members, elects its leaders, adopts six resolutions and hears reports.
Cranach Reformation Altar reproduction installed at International Center
A scale reproduction of the Reformation Altar art in Wittenberg, Germany, is dedicated Sept. 19 at the LCMS International Center chapel.
KFUO program to discuss challenges of education
The program hosted by Kip Allen is set for airing and online streaming Sept. 21 at 2:30 p.m. Central Time.
Protecting troops’ religious freedom: LCMS calls for clear DoD guidance
The Synod sends a formal request to the Secretary of Defense to ensure specific protections for chaplains, service members and other defense personnel, as Christian service members face increasing pressures in today’s military.
Movie review: ‘Sully’
In his film about Captain Chesley Sullenberger’s “miracle on the Hudson,” Director Clint Eastwood manages to make an intimate human story out of events most people only experienced through the media.
Seminaries offer campus visits to prospective students
High-school and college students as well as adults are invited to attend visitation events at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind.
Journal outlines ‘ecumenical and mission opportunities’
The September “Journal of Lutheran Mission” highlights the Synod’s opportunities to walk with other confessional churches around the world.
History, heritage surround Synod leaders’ installation
Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and others elected to LCMS posts this year are installed Sept. 10 in St. Louis.
Photo essay: Extending Mercy in Kenya
The first LCMS Mercy Medical Team in Lodwar, Kenya, treats 1,861 people over five days in June.
LCMS and LCP Encouraged by Agreement
On June 8, 2016, the Rev. Antonio Reyes, president of The Lutheran Church in the…
Rev. Dr. Robert King, 94, was longtime LCMS officer
A funeral service for King — who died Sept. 6 — is held Sept. 14 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson City, Mo.
Catechism ‘Explanation’ revision ready for review
A first draft of the revised “Explanation” to “Luther’s Small Catechism” is mailed to congregations and rostered church workers for feedback by Oct. 31.
‘Called to Vote’ offers Christian approach to elections
The downloadable study is designed to “spark thoughtful and biblical conversation about voting in a democracy and our duty as Christian citizens.”
September ‘Witness’ addresses women and the Church
The issue tackles questions such as “Should women be drafted?” and “Why doesn’t the LCMS ordain women?”
