Concordia University, Nebraska exceeds its goal of $38 million for capital projects, operations and endowment during its “Blessed to be a Blessing” campaign.
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Domestic-violence task force announces training sessions
“We all know someone who is either currently being abused by someone else or who in the past has been abused pretty seriously,” says one task force member.
Arson suspected at Lutheran church in England
St. Timothy’s Lutheran Church in Sunderland, England, is badly damaged in a Jan. 17 fire.
What’s in February’s ‘The Lutheran Witness’?
As the world moves toward Valentine’s Day, “The Lutheran Witness” looks at a topic the Church is sometimes reticent to discuss: sexuality.
Record number of Lutherans join 2015 March for Life
Forty-two years after the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision on Roe v. Wade legalized abortion, pro-life supporters gather in the nation’s capital for the March for Life.
Life Conference focuses on engaging the culture
The conference theme was “It’s Your Time to Stand” — specifically, to stand for the 2,900 children who are aborted every day in the United States.
Black Clergy Caucus embraces ‘21st-century ministry’
The term came up often at the Jan. 14-16 LCMS Black Clergy Caucus gathering in Dallas as a priority for ministry.
Concordia Plan Services launches redesigned website
The updated website allows workers to find a provider, file a claim, designate beneficiaries and even initiate their retirement.
LCEF honors individuals, ministry partners
Lutheran Church Extension Fund presents awards to individuals and ministries during its 2014 Fall Leadership Conference.
Lutheran Hour float wins Rose Parade award
The Rose Parade float sponsored by Lutheran Hour Ministries — the only Christian-themed entry in the Jan. 1 parade — receives the Princess’ Award trophy.
Fort Wayne seminary dedicates expanded library
The new Wayne and Barbara Kroemer Library on the campus of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., quadruples the size of the previous library.
St. Louis seminary announces spring choir tour
“Laudamus — A Select Men’s Choral Ensemble” at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, will offer 14 performances in nine cities during February.
North Dakota delegates re-elect Baneck
The Rev. Dr. James Baneck is elected to his third term as LCMS North Dakota District president.
Harrison issues statement on 42nd Roe v. Wade anniversary
LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison asks Lutherans to join him “in praying for life: that our Lord would put an end to abortion.”
Ministry excellence, domestic violence among COP topics
At their latest meeting, LCMS Council of Presidents members hear “recommended requirements” for pastors.
Credit union to benefit LCMS members gets charter
The Lutheran Federal Credit Union could become operational as early as the second quarter of 2015.
