“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Ps. 46:1).
Tennessee tornadoes kill at least 24; LCMS churches not harmed
The tornadoes touched ground in Tennessee during the night and morning hours of March 2 and 3.
Still time to register for April ‘Making Disciples for Life’ conference
The next regional gathering of ‘Making Disciples for Life’ will take place April 17–18 at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne.
‘Mission Field: USA’ partners with the LCMS Southeastern District to bring Christ’s Gospel to Baltimore
As part of ‘Mission Field: Baltimore,’ the Rev. Martin and Kathy Schultheis will serve the community of Sandtown-Winchester.
Daenzer installed as Synod worship director
The Rev. Sean Daenzer will also serve as chaplain at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis.
‘Reporter’ supplement: Pastoral Education – The truth of Christ is that important
The March 2020 supplement to the “Reporter” highlights the importance of pastoral formation in The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
‘Witness’ welcomes Askins as editor
The Rev. Roy S. Askins formerly served as communications manager for the LCMS Asia Region.
March ‘Lutheran Witness’ focuses on fasting, temptation
The issue covers topics such as fasting in modern times, avoiding abuses of fasting and the biblical background of fasting.
Synod monitoring coronavirus news; missionaries safe
The LCMS is closely monitoring the situation to provide the best possible information and counsel to staff and missionaries who may be in areas of increased risk.
Bethesda seeking to partner with districts, congregations on new housing concept
The new developments will serve people with disabilities as well as adults of all abilities who are 55 and older.
LEA honors 2020 distinguished educators
The recipient of the LEA’s highest honor, the Christus Magister award, is Charles (Chuck) Winterstein, assistant to the superintendent of schools for the LCMS Michigan District.
Synod BOD apprised of tough philanthropic climate
The BOD also heard updates on international mission, church-worker recruitment and the Synod’s ‘Making Disciples for Life’ initiative.
Campus clips – Seminaries compete in Tip-Off Tournament
News from LCMS colleges, universities and seminaries.
From the mission field – Dominican Republic disaster-response workshop
Updates about LCMS mission work around the world.
Concordia, Portland to close after spring semester
The announcement came on Feb. 10 following a resolution approved by the CUP Board of Regents on Feb. 7.
Obituary: Rev. Dr. Karl Barth, president emeritus of both Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and the South Wisconsin District
A funeral service will take place Friday, Feb. 21, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Wauwatosa, Wis.
