Rivett, Wagner receive ‘Christus In Mundo’ awards

Rev. R. James Rivett and Rev. Dr. William W. Wagner received the Christus In Mundo Award during a Zion XVI Conference Banquet on Sept. 17, 2016, in Belleville, Ill.

Prayer for all who suffer after Hurricane Matthew

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod offers the following prayer for all those who suffer in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew. Pastors may use the prayer in congregations, and all are invited to include these victims in personal prayers.

Photo essay: Christ’s mercy after Baton Rouge flooding

Lutherans are glad to help in the cleanup after August floods that impacted about 40,000 area homes, including those of Lutherans.

In October’s ‘Lutheran Witness’: Why the Reformation matters

Included are articles explaining what it means to believe in faith alone, grace alone, Scripture alone and Christ alone.

Free devotional from LCMS Disaster Response

This devotional booklet is intended for anyone who is suffering from the brokenness of this world. Whether you have been affected by a natural disaster or other trauma, whether your life is extraordinary or you are struggling with normal stress, this is a devotional booklet for you.

Care for the Aging

This presentation will provide insights into the blessings and challenges that older adults experience, in addition to the blessings and challenges that parish nurses may experience in serving older adults.

Free booklet from LCMS Disaster Response

Trusting in His Love – Even when we don’t understand what’s going on around us.

CPH releases ‘Journal Edition’ of Study Bible

Each page includes extra-wide margins to provide space for handwritten notes, and it’s on sale.

Reformation Relevance: What is faith?

This month’s column is from Martin Luther’s “Preface to the Epistle of St. Paul to the Romans.”

KFUO Audio: Rights of Christians in Academia

First Liberty Institute attorney Justin Butterfield and Florida State University student and teaching assistant Darrell Jordan talk with KFUO Radio’s Kip Allen about challenges and the rights of Christians in academic settings. Christian students and faculty, including those on college campuses, face many challenges in an environment that is increasingly hostile to religion.

Luther Sermon Excerpts

LCMS Worship has compiled excerpts from sermons preached by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther. Congregations may use the sermon selections in weekly bulletins during the 2016-17 church year in preparation for the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.

Advent Midweek Suggestions (2016)

LCMS Worship provides suggestions for liturgy, psalms, readings, hymns and collects to use during 2016 midweek Advent services.

Hymn Suggestions: One-Year Series (2016-17)

LCMS Worship provides hymn suggestions for the One-Year Series during the 2016-17 church year.

Video: Baton Rouge Disaster Response Update

Generous gifts from people across the Synod allowed LCMS Disaster Response to assist congregations, districts and volunteer organizers in delivering Christ’s mercy to those most impacted by severe flooding in Baton Rouge in August 2016.

Photo gallery: LCMS responds to flooding in Baton Rouge, La.

In the aftermath of severe flooding in Baton Rouge in August 2016, generous gifts from across the Synod allowed LCMS Disaster Response to assist congregations, districts and volunteer organizers in delivering Christ’s mercy to those most impacted by the tragedy.

Journal outlines ‘ecumenical and mission opportunities’

The September “Journal of Lutheran Mission” highlights the Synod’s opportunities to walk with other confessional churches around the world.