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News
Spring ‘Engage’: How God opens doors for the Gospel
In unique ways and in diverse locations around the world, Lutherans are faithfully carrying out the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations.
LCMS adds Better Business Bureau Accreditation
The LCMS was previously recognized by another watchdog, Guidestar, as a Platinum-level participant in its Exchange program.
Operation Barnabas: ‘Life-saving’ help for military families
Begun in 2007 to support Lutheran chaplains serving in the reserves, this Ministry to the Armed Forces program has evolved into a “network of care” for anyone with military connections — both within Synod churches and beyond their walls.
Wanted: Nominations for convention
The Oct. 20 deadline may seem a long way off, but the time is now to submit nominations for the 74 officer, board and commission positions to be elected at the next LCMS Convention, July 20–25, 2019, in Tampa, Fla.
Share It! — Welcoming visitors
Congregation and school leaders share how they make new parishioners and students feel welcome.
New international missionaries blessed for service
The missionaries will serve in the Dominican Republic, Papua New Guinea, Taiwan, the Czech Republic and Russia.
Movie review: ‘Paul, Apostle of Christ’
Reviewer Ted Giese calls it “a remarkable film” with “a strong presentation of forgiveness, grace and mercy.”
Four Higher Things youth conferences planned
They will be held this summer in Northfield, Minn.; Carbondale, Ill.; Lawrence, Kan.; and Tacoma, Wash.
New catalog documents CHI’s Reformation exhibit
The catalog features color photos and descriptions of rare books, coins and other vintage items displayed by Concordia Historical Institute.
Johnson elected to first term as Southern District president
The Rev. Dr. McNair Ramsey of Valley Grande, Ala., was elected first vice-president.
Buss elected to first term in Northern Illinois
The Rev. Allan R. Buss of Belvidere, Ill., is elected to his first three-year term as president of the LCMS Northern Illinois District.
Registration opens for 2018 National Rural & Small Town Mission Conference
The conference will be held Nov. 8–10 in Kansas City, Mo., under the theme “Have No Fear.”
‘Preach the Word’ Module 4 now available for free download
Preach the Word is the Synod’s ongoing program for fostering excellence in preaching.
Training, tools and trailers help disaster dollars go farther
When disaster strikes, LCMS Disaster Response comes alongside to help congregations and districts develop the most effective possible response.
CTCR releases report on women and the military
The report is available for free download from the CTCR website.
