The Rev. Dr. Greg Seltz, executive director of the Lutheran Center for Religious Liberty, reflects on the significance of the annual March for Life.
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New Journal of Lutheran Mission considers ‘worldwide’ Lutheranism
The December 2017 issue is now available for free download.
Lutheran Mission Matters publishes 50th issue
The Reformation-themed issue considers the past, present and future of Lutheran mission.
Shortened Luther movie now on Netflix
A one-hour version of “Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World” will be available for two years on the streaming service.
Concordia Historical Institute recognizes excellence in Lutheran history publications
Thirteen awards in six categories were presented at the awards banquet in November.
LCMS pastor’s wife wins $2,000 on ‘Jeopardy!’
Amanda Barlau, an avid fan of the program, is also a church musician and teacher.
COP tackles business, gears up for district conventions
The Nov. 20-23 meeting, held in New Orleans, was the council’s final of 2017.
LCEF recognizes those who ‘love boldly’
The LCEF Fall Leadership Conference was held Nov. 17-19 in New Orleans.
Nominations begin under 2016 bylaw changes
Convention delegates in 2016 adopted resolutions regarding district convention attendance and geographical region requirements for board members.
Winter ‘Engage’ focuses on mercy
The latest issue features stories on mercy work in Boston, Texas, Peru and beyond.
January ‘Lutheran Witness’ explores digital technology in Christian life
The issue also debuts a new monthly column by Gene Edward Veith.
LWML gives $100,000 to missionaries
The grant will provide $10,000 each to assist nine missionaries/missionary families serving in Burkina Faso, Kenya, Ethiopia, Hong Kong, Peru and Russia, and another missionary who has been called to Thailand.
Fiedler to begin second five-year term as Foundation president
David Fiedler began serving in the LCMS Foundation post in 2013.
Movie review: ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’
Director/screenwriter Rian Johnson has made a perfectly good film that some viewers will love but others may find frustrating because of the unexpected plot.
BOD weighs monetary, membership challenges
At its Nov. 16–17 meeting, the Synod’s Board of Directors fixed its gaze on “facing the realities” of the Synod’s finances and membership demographics.
Synod, partners continue to offer helping hand in wake of five disasters
Lutherans are bringing help to the hurting — both physical and spiritual — in the wake of three devastating hurricanes, a major earthquake and menacing wildfires.
