Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and St. Louis Archbishop Robert J. Carlson release a joint statement Oct. 6 that speaks out against Planned Parenthood’s abortion practices.
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LCMS allots disaster funds for Papua New Guinea food crisis
LCMS Disaster Response provides initial funding of $16,500 after flooding, drought and frost decimate the nation’s food supply.
In October’s ‘Lutheran Witness’
Those interested in Lutheranism, history and the Church can now learn more about all three in the October issue of “The Lutheran Witness.”
‘2013 Convention Resolution Update’ released
The update includes information on resolutions that are wide in scope and quotes those affected by or carrying out the resolutions.
Young Adult Ambassadors to advocate for key issues
Four Young Adult Ambassadors are the winners of a collegiate essay contest sponsored by the Synod’s “Free to be Faithful” initiative.
Meyer announces St. Louis sem’s $180 million fund campaign
“Generations: The Campaign for Concordia Seminary” will provide funding to build endowments, increase annual support and expand library and learning-technology initiatives.
NALC, LCMS reps address biblical authority, contemporary issues
Leaders of the Synod and the North American Lutheran Church meet Sept. 9-10 in St. Louis, continuing discussions that began in late 2011.
Lutherans to provide help for persecuted Christians, refugees
The Synod establishes a fund for donations from those who want to help with LCMS mercy ministry and human-care efforts for refugees.
French-train heroes receive medals from Defense secretary
Lutheran French-train “hero” Alek Skarlatos receives the Soldier’s Medal from U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter.
Lee: Losing tax-exempt status could be ‘devastating blow’
Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) says during a Sept. 15 webinar that losing tax-exempt status over religious-liberty infringements would be an especially harsh blow for churches.
Mozambique Lutheran church ordains first pastors
Concordia Lutheran Church in Mozambique — a denomination with 10 congregations and some 1,200 baptized members — ordains its first eight pastors.
Students, teachers can win prizes in coloring contest
Students in preschool through eighth grade are invited to compete for prizes in a coloring contest sponsored by the Petal Pushers® who decorate floats for the Jan. 1 Tournament of Roses Parade.
Harrison urges members to join Sept. 12 ‘Day of Remembrance’
Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison invites LCMS Lutherans to gather in prayer for the “Day of Remembrance” for aborted children.
Board OKs forming CPS ‘ancillary program agency’
At its Aug. 21-22 meeting, the LCMS Board of Directors also establishes regular meetings between top Synod leaders and leaders of Synodwide corporate entities.
LCMS questionnaire mailing could ‘surprise’ nominees
The “Supplemental Nominee Information Form for Concordia University System Board Positions” is the first step in identifying candidates for university boards.
In September’s ‘Lutheran Witness’
The September issue of ‘The Lutheran Witness’ tackles commonly misunderstood myths regarding Christianity.
