Video: The Cranach Bible

Luther translated the Bible into German, because he believed that the Bible is the cradle in which Christ lies.

‘Texas Strong’: Service to neighbor

Amid loss and devastation, the people of Texas serve each other as LCMS congregations like Trinity Klein lead the way.

Backpack giveaway highlights CPH community event

Concordia Publishing House’s annual “Operation F.U.N.” also provides school supplies, books and a picnic lunch.

Commentary: Hurricane Harvey, prayers and God in action

In the middle of one of the worst natural disasters in history, “we have seen honor in action, love in action and service in action through governments, agencies, churches, families and individuals. But we’ve also seen God in action,” writes Greg Seltz.

LCEF, Thrivent announce funds for Harvey relief

Lutheran Church Extension Fund is providing $350,000, and Thrivent Financial will match donations up to a total of $3 million.

As residents return home, pastors provide care in Harvey’s wake

Residents in hard-hit areas need basic supplies like food and water and help with cleanup, “but most of all, they need to hear that God is with them.”

Lutherans helping neighbors in Katy, Texas

Members of Memorial Lutheran Church go door to door, reaching out “to help anyone who has needs.”

Photo gallery: Responding to Hurricane Harvey in Texas

LCMS World Relief and Human Care, through its Disaster Response team, is working with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Texas District to bring urgent relief and the hope of the Gospel to Texans whose lives have been shaken by Hurricane Harvey.

Video: The Care of Souls: Luther’s Driving Focus

Teaching starts at home, where Luther was surrounded by his family as he worked at the family table.

‘Journal of Lutheran Mission’ considers Reformation’s impact

The August issue includes essays from the Sixth World Seminaries Conference.

Registration opens for 2018 reconciliation conference

Ambassadors of Reconciliation’s next conference is set for April 12–14 in Manchester, Mo.

Positions (September 2017)

Positions are available with Concordia University System schools.

Official Notice: colloquies (September 2017)

A listing of those who have completed — or submitted applications to — teacher or pastor colloquies in the Synod.

Official notice: requests for reinstatement (September 2017)

A listing of those who have applied — and been approved — for reinstatement to LCMS rosters.

Official Notice: updates from LCMS districts (September 2017)

Updates on church workers, congregations and schools from LCMS district presidents.

Items wanted, available (September 2017)

Available this month are Lenten season stoles.