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.
CUS enrollment hits new high: 33,399 students
The new record figure represents both graduate and undergraduate students at all 10 Concordia University System schools combined.
Grants provided for flood victims in Colorado, Mexico
The $281,483 in grants from LCMS Disaster Response are intended to help families reeling from the recent flooding in northern Colorado and Mexico.
Harrison receives print from Japan Lutheran Church
The biblical print by noted artist Sadao Watanabe depicts the Baptism of Jesus.
Man-made tragedies a focus of Disaster Response Conference
The fifth such conference hosted by LCMS Disaster Response, it is the first to address the church’s role in the wake of man-made tragedies such as shootings or bombings.
Youth poll results surface bright spots, concerns
Some 2,432 youth complete the multiple-choice poll at the 2013 National LCMS Youth Gathering in San Antonio in July.
Harrison to hold Oct. 23 Twitter chat
Twitter users and others are encouraged to send in questions for the conversation and follow it online.
Concordia Plans named ‘healthiest employer’
The Synod’s benefits provider credits “a positive change in its culture due to … wellness programs,” especially the “Be Well … Serve Well” program.
‘Bach at Sem’ beginning 21st season
“Bach at the Sem,” presented by Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and the American Kantorei, announces four upcoming concerts.
Congregations report record financial offerings for 2012
Total giving rises dramatically and Sunday school reports provide a “bright spot,” as membership declines continue.
In Colorado: Disaster Response staff sees damage, offers aid
Although many of those with flood damage have begun cleanup, some still haven’t been able to get back to their homes because of impassable roads. Temporary housing is a big need.
CUS board applauds enrollments, meets with campus presidents
The Concordia University System Board of Directors recognizes the efforts of the nine CUS campus presidents toward the growth in total enrollment among the Synod’s colleges and universities.
Seminary’s Gard promoted to Rear Admiral
Chaplain Rev. Dr. Daniel L. Gard, Deputy Chief of Chaplains for Reserve Matters and a professor at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., is promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral.
LIRS announces grants for immigration-detention visitation ministries
Congregations and organizations reaching out to immigrants in detention have until Oct. 18 to apply for grants from Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service.
