Four of the six matching or challenge-match initiatives support core LCMS work and the other two target special opportunities to extend the Synod’s impact in the world.
Movie review: ‘The Martian’
Filled with suspense and dramatic tension, “The Martian” is a well-executed thriller, and viewers need not be sci-fi fans to enjoy the ride, writes reviewer Rev. Ted Giese.
Screenings of ‘The First Rosa’ scheduled Synodwide
The film that tells the story of famed educator-missionary Dr. Rosa Young is being shown at a number of Synod venues this fall, prior to its release in January.
Harrison, Carlson decry abortion, sale of baby parts
Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and St. Louis Archbishop Robert J. Carlson release a joint statement Oct. 6 that speaks out against Planned Parenthood’s abortion practices.
LCMS allots disaster funds for Papua New Guinea food crisis
LCMS Disaster Response provides initial funding of $16,500 after flooding, drought and frost decimate the nation’s food supply.
‘Beautiful Feet’ conference registrations due Oct. 12
The Beautiful Feet Mission Conference — a gathering for mission-minded college students — is set for Nov. 12-14 at Concordia University, Nebraska, in Seward, Neb.
Free webinar offers advice on hoarding disorder
“Behind the Chaos: Compulsive Hoarding” is the topic of a free webinar scheduled for 1 p.m. Central Time Oct. 22.
In October’s ‘Lutheran Witness’
Those interested in Lutheranism, history and the Church can now learn more about all three in the October issue of “The Lutheran Witness.”
‘2013 Convention Resolution Update’ released
The update includes information on resolutions that are wide in scope and quotes those affected by or carrying out the resolutions.
Movie review: ‘Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials’
While this sequel has lots of action, it’s also missing some of the things that made the first “Maze Runner” film intriguing and fun, writes reviewer Rev. Ted Giese.
Young Adult Ambassadors to advocate for key issues
Four Young Adult Ambassadors are the winners of a collegiate essay contest sponsored by the Synod’s “Free to be Faithful” initiative.
Meyer announces St. Louis sem’s $180 million fund campaign
“Generations: The Campaign for Concordia Seminary” will provide funding to build endowments, increase annual support and expand library and learning-technology initiatives.
Goeglein to address family, marriage, life, liberty in sem talk
The free presentation by Tim Goeglein is set for 7 p.m. Oct. 8 at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind.
Dr. Maggie Karner — voice for life, mercy, religious freedom — dies
A funeral for Karner, 52, is planned for 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Bristol, Conn.
ONM’s Day releases statement on Maggie Karner
The Rev. Bart Day, executive director of the LCMS Office of National Mission, recalls the gifts of the late Dr. Maggie Karner.
Mercy Through Chaplains – September 2015
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Specialized Pastoral Ministry and Ministry to the Armed Forces military chaplains deliver Christ’s mercy through their words and service, providing much-needed spiritual care for His people in unique and challenging environments.
