First FORO held in South Africa

Watch for more in an upcoming issue of Lutherans Engage the World.

Fall ‘Engage’: God’s eternal family

The Fall issue of ‘Lutherans Engage the World’ is now available.

Youth ministry facilitators gather for training

The facilitators will work with LCMS congregations as part of a $250,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to develop effective ministry for youth.

Campus clips: Milestones and more

Updates from LCMS schools, campus ministries, universities and seminaries.

New Lutheran high school shines Gospel in Missouri

Springfield Lutheran High School in Springfield, Mo., opened its doors on Aug. 13.

From the mission field: Witnessing to Christ at all times

Vicar Peter Williams is preparing for missionary service in Germany.

LCMS districts are building an SAS culture

Sixteen LCMS districts have adopted a resolution specific to Set Apart to Serve.

Obituaries
Obituary: Rev. Dr. Dale L. Sattgast, former president of the LCMS South Dakota District

The Rev. Dr. Dale L. Sattgast died on Aug. 1 at the age of 76.

CUS hands out $600K in church work scholarships

The funds go directly to the student’s school account and may be used to cover tuition, room and board, supplies, daily expenses, or other school-related needs. 

Another year of church worker appreciation

Synod staff have compiled a list of church worker appreciation ideas for congregations.

Cundiff installed as Church Planting director

The Rev. Dr. Quintin Cundiff formerly served as a theological educator and missionary for the LCMS Office of International Mission’s Eurasia region.

Central Illinois re-elects Mohr

The LCMS Central Illinois District met July 13–15 in Springfield, Ill., for its 61st regular convention.

Taylor elected in Atlantic District

The LCMS Atlantic District met for its 62nd regular convention July 10–11 in Albany, N.Y.

LCMS Board of Directors chairman meets with LCHKS president in Hong Kong

The Lutheran Church—Hong Kong Synod has been a partner church of the LCMS since 1949.

Synod moves to protect trademarked ministry name

Another organization’s use of a name and trademark that has been well-established under the LCMS banner creates a serious point of confusion.

Campus clips: Synod schools celebrate blessings

Updates from LCMS schools, universities and seminaries.