Given the recent and growing number of Christians killed for the sake of Christ, a congregation might wish to receive the comfort of a Divine Service that specifically meditates upon and intercedes for those persecuted brothers and sisters. LCMS Worship offers the following propers as an aid toward that end.
Movie review: ‘Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)’
This year’s “Best Picture” Oscar winner is well-made, but that doesn’t excuse its glamorization of psychotic depression, says reviewer Rev. Ted Giese.
LCMS embraces partnerships in Christ
One of the distinct joys we share as the body of Christ is our ability to work together. We don’t go off on our own. We don’t operate apart from those with whom we confess the faith.
CTCR adopts three new documents
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations adopts reports on Communion statements and women’s service in the church, and a Bible study on persecution.
New ‘Journal’ discusses Christ’s mercy in disasters
The February edition of the “Journal of Lutheran Mission” includes papers presented at the LCMS International Disaster Conference last September.
Commentary: ‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ has many seeing 50 shades of red
A “Reporter” commentary on the controversial books and film contrasts their messages with God’s design for intimate relationships.
Seminary offers online resources to support ‘future servants’
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., launches a website of resources to shed light on the economic challenges facing today’s seminary students.
Photo gallery: Bearing Mercy in the Baltics
See how LCMS church partners, including the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia and The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Lithuania, are bearing mercy and service through Diaconia work in the Baltics.
The mission field here at home
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Office of National Mission has continually asked one main question: “How can we best serve the districts of the Synod, and with them the congregations, schools and workers of the church?” That is no small task.
Photo gallery: Chaplain Bears Christ to U.S. Marines
Commander Charles Varsogea, a chaplain in the U.S. Navy, helps nourish the young recruits at Marine Corps Recruit Depot in San Diego, Calif.
Movie review: ‘American Sniper’
While the religious aspects of the story are pared down, Clint Eastwood provides quality direction, and Bradley Cooper’s Oscar-nominated performance is strong, writes reviewer Rev. Ted Giese.
LCMS Worship: Suggestions for 2015 midweek Lenten services
These selections can serve for midweek Vespers, Evening Prayer, or Service of Prayer and Preaching during Lent.
Commentary: Selma — on the movie, the town, our college there
Concordia College Alabama President Rev. Dr. Tilahun M. Mendedo shares his thoughts in this opinion piece.
CPH offers free Lenten planning guide
The guide includes suggestions for special music, hymns, readings and Collects of the Day for Ash Wednesday through Palm Sunday.
LCMS international mission work in the 21st century
In the 121 years since the LCMS sent its first missionaries to India, our church has been involved in international mission. Much has changed since then.
Audio: Religious Freedom Day
Hear for yourself what National Religious Freedom day is all about, and how you and your friends can join the movement to stand for religious liberty for all!
