A Code of Ethics was unanimously approved and adopted by the Concordia Deaconess Conference (CDC) during the group’s May 16-18 meeting at Concordia University, River Forest, Ill. The document, three years in the making, was developed by the CDC to guide…

For shorter versions of key Reporter stories, downloadable in PDF format and suitable for use in congregational newsletters, go to the online Reporter Digest.  The June 2005 Digest is scheduled to be posted by June 10. Posted June 2, 2005…

For shorter versions of key Reporter stories, downloadable in PDF format and suitable for use in congregational newsletters, go to the online Reporter Digest.  The June 2005 Digest is scheduled to be posted by June 10. Posted June 2, 2005…

For shorter versions of key Reporter stories, downloadable in PDF format and suitable for use in congregational newsletters, go to the online Reporter Digest.  The June 2005 Digest is scheduled to be posted by June 10. Posted June 2, 2005…

For shorter versions of key Reporter stories, downloadable in PDF format and suitable for use in congregational newsletters, go to the online Reporter Digest.  The June 2005 Digest is scheduled to be posted by June 10. Posted June 2, 2005…

“The Congregation’s Ministry and Mission: Who’s in Charge Here?” will be the theme as representatives of the 35 LCMS districts gather for a second Model Theological Conference Aug. 23-25 at the Marriott Camelback Inn, Phoenix.  Districts have been invited to…

Concordia University in River Forest, Ill., is reporting a brighter financial picture as it nears the end of this fiscal year.  For the second year in succession, administrators will close their books with an operating surplus on June 30, following…

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 Worship Supplement (1969), approximately 60 copies, red…

GREGORY C. ROGAHN, Lubbock, Texas, and CHARLES W. WEBB, Traverse City, Mich., have applied for reinstatement to the Minister of Religion-Ordained roster of The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod.  JEAN GILLIS, Sunrise, Fla.; DONALD G. HUGO, St. Charles, Mo.; JOYCE TRINKLEIN, Muttontown,…

Concordia University, Ann Arbor, Mich., seeks applicants for two faculty positions in the School of Education.  Candidates must possess a master’s degree in the field of education, although a doctoral degree is preferred.  Preference will be given to candidates who…

The Board for District and Congregational Services (DCS) is seeking nominations for its executive director.  The executive director establishes a vision, formulates strategies, and implements plans so that DCS ministry areas (children, family, outreach, leadership, school, stewardship, youth), together with…

The ultimate ‘guiding concept’   Professor [William C.] Weinrich argues in a letter to Reporter (May 2005) that it is “methodologically mistaken to make discussion on the question of homosexual and lesbian behavior and ‘marriage’ into an issue of Biblical authority…

The Synod’s Sanctity of Human Life Committee issued a statement April 22 with the suggestion that Christians make use of the “Health Care Durable Power of Attorney” as an alternative to “living wills.” The eight-person committee’s statement also recommends a number…

Lutherans For Life’s (LFL) national 2005 conference is set for Nov. 11-13 at the Sheraton Westport Lakeside Chalet in St. Louis.  Its theme is “In Life, in Death, Abide With Me.” Also, a Nov. 11 “bonus” bioethics conference at the same…

The Servant Events Web page of LCMS District and Congregational Services — Youth Ministry has a new look and a number of enhanced features. New features include the 2005 Servant Events Bible study, complete details for those attending this year’s events, and…

By Joe Isenhower Jr. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The low numbers got them here April 29-30 — leaders of 18 Synod congregations who said that factors such as effective Word and Sacrament ministry, active lay involvement, and community outreach helped their…