By Paula Schlueter Ross Journalist, college professor, and seminary scholar-in-residence Dr. Uwe Siemon-Netto has a message for all Lutherans, especially laypeople: strive to become what Martin Luther called “God’s cooperators” in this world — get involved and serve others in…

By Judith Christian Will Our Children Have Faith? is the title of a book written in 1976 by John Westerhoff, a well-known author and lecturer on topics pertaining to the church’s educational mission and ministry.  Today, 30 years later, the…

JAMES BAUMAN, Glenview, Ill., has applied for reinstatement to the Minister of Religion-Ordained roster of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.  Correspondence regarding this application should be directed to the undersigned for receipt no later than April 5. DARYL H. ETHERIDGE, Adrian,…

The Board of Regents of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind., proposes to nominate Dr. Klaus Detlev Schulz to the electors for promotion to a continuing-level (tenure) appointment status.  Correspondence regarding this proposal should be directed to the undersigned within…

Note:  Reporter cannot accept notices about items offered for sale or that people wish to purchase.  Items described as “Wanted” or “Available” are sought or may be obtained for shipping costs only. Wanted Concordia Pulpit for 1982 and 1985.  Rev.…

Pioneer Camp and Retreat Center, Angola, N.Y., seeks applicants for the position of full-time, year-round, Director of Ministry Outreach.  Pioneer Camp and Retreat Center is a ministry of the Eastern District of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.  Qualified individuals must be…

Rev. Jeffery S. Schubert in early February accepted the call to be full-time executive director of the LCMS Board for District and Congregational Services (DCS), after the eight-member Synod Board voted unanimously at its Jan. 21-22 meeting in St. Louis…

Commentary comments The author of the January “Commentary,” Dr. David Adams (“Same-Sex Marriage: A Cautionary Tale”), has my utmost respect in his position at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.  However, I believe it is our duty as members of both kingdoms…

Using video to consecrate Communion elements for home groups cannot be condoned or encouraged, according to the Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR).  Approved during the commission’s Feb. 16-18 meeting in St. Louis, the opinion responded to a district…

A newly formed Synod “action team” met for the first time in late January to look into ways of strengthening support and working together for the health and wellness of the Synod’s professional church workers. The eight-member “Wellness Alliances Action Team,”…

Registration fees are set for the 2007 LCMS National Youth Gathering, and plans are under way for a first-time adult component of the Gathering. The registration fee for those attending the Youth Gathering or its concurrent program for adults is…

Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, is inviting alumni from graduating classes ending in a “1” or a “6” to its annual alumni reunion, set for May 30-June 2 on the seminary campus.  Also invited are the spouses and widows of alumni…

Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, is hosting two upcoming retreats: one for youth and one for adults: “The Lord’s Prayer,” to be held April 28-30, is designed for youth who are receiving confirmation instruction in their own congregations.  The retreat…

The following people have accepted new positions with LCMS-related organizations. Rev. Phillip Pledger will be installed in March as executive director of Lutheran Braille Workers (LBW) Inc., Yucaipa, Calif.  Pledger has served the past 10 years as pastor of Good…

The Synod’s Board for University Education is offering congregations free materials to help them celebrate the blessings of Lutheran higher education on “Concordia Sunday,” April 30. The annual observance highlights the value of a Lutheran education and calls special attention to…