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?”
Reformation Relevance: How Christians should regard Moses
Martin Luther proclaims the Law and the Gospel as the lenses through which every Christian can read and properly understand the Bible.
‘Eyes of Life’ presents voice for life-issues discussion
Visitors to eyesoflife.org encounter others’ life stories and may post their own.
Higher Things summer conferences draw 2,700 participants
Young people from seven countries gather for three Higher Things summer conferences under the theme “Bread of Life.”
NLSA accredits 127 Lutheran schools
National Lutheran School Accreditation commissioners accredit Lutheran schools for 2016.
Harrison reflects on convention: ‘I’ve never seen anything like it’
Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison also offers thoughts on the importance of confessing Christ in a shifting society.
‘Firsts’ call Lutheran Federal Credit Union ‘blessing in many ways’
The first individuals, congregation and district to join the new credit union serving the Synod note the benefits of membership.
Movie review: ‘Ben-Hur’
The new “Ben-Hur” is smaller in scale and scope than its 1959 predecessor, and misses the mark when it comes to a clear presentation of the divinity of Jesus.
LCMS members, comfort dogs injured in Joplin shooting
Worshipers at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Joplin, Mo., pray for healing and the suspected shooter as riders in the bullet-riddled church van recover.
‘Walk with Pastor’ nurtures fitness, fellowship, faith
The Rev. James Wiggins Jr., pastor of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Jacksonville, Fla., invites his congregation to join him on hourlong, weekday walks.
Louisiana flood, California fires challenge responders, congregations
Affected congregations, districts and LCMS Disaster Response provide short-term relief while planning for long-term recovery efforts.
Gen. John Vessey Jr. was mission leader, Joint Chiefs chairman
Vessey died of natural causes Aug. 18 in North Oaks, Minn., surrounded by family, at the age of 94.
Project goal: providing computers for kids in Kenya
The “crowdfunding” project is accepting donations of $1 or more through Sept. 16.
New legal guide helps ministries prepare for lawsuits
The Synod and Alliance Defending Freedom collaborate on a manual, “Protecting Your Ministry (From Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Lawsuits).”
