Tenure notice from Concordia University Chicago.
Official Notice: 2019 Pre-conventions postcard
“It’s Time … to Prepare for Circuit Forums” was mailed Aug. 14 to congregations.
LCMS Disaster Response assessment team heads to Texas
Their goal is to share the Gospel while helping in whatever way possible.
Lutheran Foundation of St. Louis offers matching funds for Harvey relief
Lutheran congregations in the St. Louis area now have the opportunity to double their donations for Hurricane Harvey relief, thanks to a matching fund from the Foundation.
Congregational Anniversaries (September 2017)
Announcements featuring special church anniversaries
Hurricane Harvey church bulletin inserts, information (updated for Sept. 10)
The LCMS encourages congregations to use these church bulletin inserts and resources to inform members how they can support Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
Houston-area LCMS churches, pastors, members report flood damages
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is working alongside the Texas District to provide physical and spiritual care and comfort to all victims.
Simek to serve as Synod’s new chief administrative officer
Frank Simek of Keller, Texas, is appointed by the LCMS Board of Directors as the Synod’s new chief administrative officer, effective Oct. 2.
Reporter Supplement: Preach the Word program assists LCMS pastors in preaching
A Supplement to the Reporter highlights the Preach the Word program, which is designed to assist the pastors of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod as they proclaim the saving Gospel of Jesus Christ to their congregations and communities.
Reporter Supplement: PALS makes a difference
The September 2017 Supplement to the Reporter illustrates how the LCMS Office of Pastoral Education responds to the stated need and mandate for faithful and excellent pastors.
LCMS President Harrison: Synod at work with Texas District toward Hurricane Harvey relief
An army of LCMS people — national and district, professional and lay, staff and volunteer — will be coming alongside our afflicted brothers and sisters in Christ in southeastern Texas.
Hurricane Harvey prayer petition for Sept. 2-3 worship services
LCMS Worship offers a prayer petition about Hurricane Harvey to include in congregational prayers during Sept. 2-3 worship services.
Video: 16th Century Physicians Mask
Doctors wore masks to protect themselves from the plague. Everyone, including Luther, was affected by the plague.
LCMS unveils new webpage on racism
The Synod reiterates its condemnation of racism and asks its members to combat it in the Church and in society. The new page — lcms.org/racism — features materials for prayer and study.
Aug. 23 webinar: ‘Faith on the Field: The Vocation of an Athlete’
A recording of the LCMS Youth Ministry webinar with Rev. Bob Hiller is now available.

