Lutherans interested and involved in black ministry are invited to attend the Black Ministry Family Convocation, July 9-13 in Kansas City, Mo.
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Concordia, Selma, passes halfway mark in campaign
Two years into its five-year, $20 million “A Time to Build” campaign, Concordia College Alabama has raised nearly $13 million.
Getting ‘chartered’ gives voice to Hispanic mission
The 75-member Iglesia Evangelica Luterana Esperanza Viva now can send delegates to district and national Synod conventions.
Video: Missionary Service of Sending – 2014
The February 2014 new missionary orientation culminated in a special Service of Sending Friday, Feb. 14, 2014, at The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) International Center in St. Louis. During the service, the new missionaries received certificates of completion for LCMS Missionary Orientation, and they, their spouses and families were prayed for.
Concordia University System Chronicle – February 2014
In this issue, information about Concordia Sunday, April 27, is shared. In addition, a brief summary of the new book Concordia on the Move, written by The Rev. Dr. David Zersen, is provided. These articles are just some of the great information contained in this February issue.
Synod prepares new missionaries for service
The 16 new missionaries and their spouses will serve in nine countries including Peru, Ghana, the Dominican Republic, Togo and the United Kingdom.
CPS named one of ‘healthiest workplaces’ nationwide
The national award to Concordia Plan Services recognizes employers who have incorporated effective employee-wellness programs and practices.
March 1 is order deadline for ‘Armed Forces Sunday’
Resources are available to help congregations celebrate the special Sunday on May 18.
New resources available for Lent
Concordia Publishing House, Lutheran Hour Ministries and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League are offering new Lenten resources for 2014.
Schmidt begins as associate director, School Ministry
Dr. Rebecca Schmidt has almost 36 years of experience in early-childhood education and school leadership.
Survey begins process of updating ‘Explanation’
Beginning Feb. 10, a survey spread over six months asks rostered LCMS workers for their input regarding the six chief parts of “Luther’s Small Catechism.”
Symposium: Relationships key to ’emerging adults’
The Youth Ministry 2014 Symposium focuses on the life stage known as “emerging adulthood” — young people ages 18 to 34.
Heise accepts call to top LHF post
Missionary Rev. Matthew Heise accepts a call to become executive director of the Lutheran Heritage Foundation, effective April 1.
Commentary: Black History Month — a look back, forward
How did the LCMS begin its black ministry, and what lies ahead? The Rev. Dr. Roosevelt Gray Jr. shares his insights.
Seminary hosts symposia, ‘best time’ of year
Attendees from some 20 countries brave the cold to engage two themes at Concordia Theological Seminary’s theological symposia.
Nine educators to receive 2014 LEA awards
Dr. Ross Stueber of Cedarburg, Wis., recipient of the Christus Magister Award, heads the list of educators honored by Lutheran Education Association this year.
