Three schools operated by Synod congregations have been named “Blue Ribbon Schools” for 2003-04 —…
`Harvesters` can help with parish outreach
With 25 two-member teams ready to serve, “Harvesters for Christ” would like to hear from…
All 10 Synod schools make U.S. News `best` lists
For the fourth year in a row, U.S. News and World Report has included all…
Letters to the Editor (October)
The Daniel Preus letter In considering former First Vice President Daniel Preus’ objections to Res. 7-02A…
Lutherans send aid to Haiti
LCMS World Relief and Human Care has sent an initial grant of $18,000 to the…
Positions
Concordia University, River Forest, Ill., is seeking two full-time visiting assistant/associate professors of educational administration…
Four hurricanes batter churches, members
By Paula Schlueter Ross One hurricane is bad enough, but several in a row have created widespread…
Seminary's Johnson takes call to River Forest
Dr. John F. Johnson, president and professor of systematic theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis,…
Amendment meant for `clarification` draws opposition
An amendment to the Synod’s Constitution adopted by this year’s Synod convention and sent to…
Online `Christian Cyclopedia` updated
The online version of the Christian Cyclopedia, a one-volume compendium of historical and theological data…
`Luther` film available Nov. 30 on DVD, VHS
“Luther,” the motion picture about the life and times of Martin Luther that premiered in…
Grant for post-9/11 ministries helps children `feel safe`
By Kim Plummer Krull Three years after the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center,…
September 2004
The President’s visit I was surprised by the negative tone of the letter in the August…
Wheat Ridge issues Christmas seals
Wheat Ridge Ministries is rolling out nine seal designs from the past for its 2004…
Preus criticizes resolutions but urges restraint
By David L. Mahsman Rev. Daniel Preus says that he believes some resolutions adopted by this…
Lutheran Youth Fellowship chooses board
Young people from congregations with groups at this year’s LCMS youth gathering elected a new…