The next regional gathering of ‘Making Disciples for Life’ will take place April 17–18 at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne.
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‘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.
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.
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.
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.
LCMS members march for life with ‘a message of forgiveness for all’
The 47th National March for Life was on Jan. 24 in Washington, D.C.
LCMS Black Ministry: Building the kingdom
The LCMS Black Ministry Winter ‘Timeline’ newsletter shares stories of how the church is sharing the Gospel of salvation with all people.
‘Making Disciples for Life’ Initial Gathering an opportunity to listen, learn, share
The Initial Gathering — the first of many such gatherings to come in other parts of the country — was held Jan. 9–11 at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis
McDaniels, Wurster honored with Christus in Mundo award
The award recognizes those who have made “significant, sustained contributions” to Specialized Pastoral Ministry.
Obituary: Rev. Dr. Arthur W. Scherer, president emeritus of the Southeastern District
A funeral service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, at Holy Nativity Lutheran Church, 1200 Linden Ave., Arbutus, Md.
Council of Presidents hears about seminary education, pastor shortage
The Nov. 18–21 meeting was held concurrently with meetings of the LCMS Board of Directors, Concordia University System and a gathering of business and office managers from across the Synod.
Puerto Rico hit by largest earthquake in 100 years
An LCMS assessment team is preparing to visit Puerto Rico in the next few days.
BOD meeting in Houston includes joint session with COP
Among other business, the Board heard a report from the Synod president, elected a new BOD member, and thanked retiring CFO Jerry Wulf for his service.
Faith in the public square: LCMS youth starts pro-life group at her public high school
Anna Young, an LCMS pastor’s daughter, recently started a Students for Life of America group at her public high school in Nashville, Tenn. It is the first such group in the county.
Registration open for 2020 Servant Events
Nearly 70 Servant Events will be hosted by various LCMS congregations, camps and service organizations from May through August.
Missing Venezuelan pastor found murdered
The Rev. Luis Coronado disappeared on Dec. 14 while taking public transportation to visit members of his congregation.
