A memorial service is held Nov. 2 at West Portal Lutheran Church in San Francisco.
Video tells of mercy after 2010 Chile quake
Lutherans, including LCMS donors, have made it possible for the Synod’s small partner church in Chile to provide mercy to many people affected by one of the strongest earthquakes on record.
Pastor completes 24-hour ‘ultramarathon’ to raise mission funds
The Rev. Mark Junkans of Houston — whose 119-mile ordeal raised $80,000-plus — said he “never thought of giving up” because he “wanted to make a difference for the kingdom of God.”
Latino Ministries Conference offers ‘practical ideas’
Bringing together some 75 participants and presenters, the Oct. 23-25 event in El Paso, Texas, provides resources for participants to use immediately in their communities.
Rev. Dr. Earl Gaulke, former editor for Synod, CPH, dies
A memorial service is held Nov. 5 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Sarasota, Fla.
President’s first Twitter discussion wide-ranging
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison answers dozens of questions, ranging from deep theological inquiries to off-the-wall personal trivia.
Synod joins ‘Giving Tuesday’ effort
The Synod is promoting Giving Tuesday — on Dec. 3 — with a special effort intended to increase the capacity of its Global Mission Fund.
Registration opens for 2014 Higher Things conferences
With “Crucified” as their theme, they are set for July at the University of Florida, Concordia University Wisconsin and Utah State University.
Wrege named ‘National Distinguished Principal’
The principal of Trinity Lutheran School, Utica, Mich., is among 61 chosen for the honor by the National Association of Elementary School Principals.
Pastoral Education – November 2013
This issue of Pastoral Education explores life in our seminary communities through the fresh eyes of new students and their families.
Curtis, Meador join ONM staff as stewardship coordinators
The Rev. H.R. Curtis and the Rev. Nathan Meador are serving as coordinator — and assistant coordinator — for stewardship, respectively.
CPH Warehouse Sale set for Nov. 2
Concordia Publishing House in St. Louis will be offering hundreds of books and other items at discounts of up to 75 percent at its annual tent sale.
Pressure Points (November 2013)
This month’s column addresses readers’ concerns that relate to church workers and congregations or schools.
Resources available for 2014 ‘Life Sunday’
Many of the resources to help congregations observe “Life Sunday” on Jan. 19 are free.
Lutherans invited to join two life marches
The National March for Life is planned for Jan. 22 in Washington, D.C., and the Walk for Life West Coast will take place Jan. 25 in San Francisco.
LCMS pastor recalls playing with Cardinals, Red Sox
The Rev. Jack Faszholz, now 86, recalls his days as a Major League baseball player.
