LCMS members and congregations give catechisms and hymnals to deployed service members.
News
Three CUS schools named ‘Colleges of Distinction’
Concordia University Chicago, Concordia University Wisconsin and Concordia College—New York are among 200-plus schools recognized.
Board approves matching funds to boost urban/inner-city mission
In addition to adopting several other actions at its Aug. 22 meeting, the Synod’s Board of Directors held its triennial retreat.
LCMS responders ready to assist after 6.0 quake
The Synod awaits damage assessments from a Napa, Calif., church following the Aug. 24 earthquake. Among damages are the organ, which is now unusable.
Commentary: Should Lutherans take ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’?
What should Christians watch out for when donating money to this ALS cause?
Newlyweds share ‘terror’ of Ferguson riots; Synod responds with prayer, presence
Amid the racially charged protests in Ferguson, Mo., Lutherans are doing what they can to bring peace.
Harrison to host tweet chat for college students
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison wants to hear from the Synod’s youth via Twitter on Wednesday, Sept. 3.
Congregations to join Concordia Chicago’s 150th celebration
A national thank offering to provide scholarships for church-work students is one component of a celebration this fall to mark the 150th anniversary of Concordia University Chicago.
Theological Symposium set for fall
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, will host “Faithful Witness to God’s Story in the World Around Us: Bringing a Unique Perspective to Common Human Experiences” Sept. 23-24.
Harrison asks for prayers for Ferguson
In the Aug. 19 statement, LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison also says Synod leaders are working to assess needs in the hurting community.
Youth and Education – August 2014
The LCMS, through its School Ministry and Youth Ministry, aims to help our young people grow in their faith as they age, not grow away from their faith.
Service Opportunities – July 2013
Jesus comes to serve you, and He does. He also has given you the gift of serving your neighbors — those people He has placed in your life. So, join us in receiving all that God has to give. Then turn right around in joyful service and love those in your midst. Thanks be to God, we know you can, and we pray you will.
Grant expands care to immigrant children in Texas
LCMS and Lutheran Social Services of the South leaders focus on reaching out to fill physical and spiritual needs.
Wrong turn opens door to worship-institute theme
The 2014 LCMS Institute on Liturgy, Preaching and Church Music, July 28-31 in Seward, Neb., draws more than 400 participants.
Contest starts for disaster-response hymn
Hymn-text entries should be suitable for use by congregations hit by disasters and for others remembering or empathizing with them.
McMiller installed as OIM’s director of recruitment
The Rev. Dan McMiller is installed Aug. 14 as director of recruitment for the LCMS Office of International Mission.
