The Rev. Dr. Christian Tiews, LCMS missionary to Germany, shares a story about how God is using Word and Sacrament to build up His church.
LCMS pastor’s daughter wins National Right to Life oratory contest
Anna Young, a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Nashville, spoke about “female empowerment.”
Official notice: CUS governance model proposal — draft accreditation standards
An initial Concordia University System governance model proposal was released in March. Now an initial draft of accreditation standards is also available for review and comment.
Official notice: Colloquies (Aug. 2021)
A listing of those who have completed or submitted applications for LCMS colloquies.
LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission: ‘Caring for the Homeless with the Theology of the Cross’
The Biblical Charities Continuing Education, which promotes applied mercy-education in connection with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, sponsored a roundtable discussion on “Caring for the Homeless with the Theology of the Cross.”
SLED prepares tomorrow’s school leaders today
The School Leadership Development Project (SLED) was created two decades ago to identify, encourage and prepare leaders to serve in the Synod’s early childhood, elementary and secondary schools.
First respite retreat held for commissioned ministers
The retreat consisted of three days of worship, learning and fellowship offered at no cost to participants.
LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission webinar: ‘Impact of New Sexuality on Christian Ministry’
Hosted by LCMS Urban & Inner-City Mission, the Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford, president of the LCMS Minnesota South District and associate pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Farmington, Minn., presented a free webinar on “Reaching the Heart of the Refugee Woman.”
Official notice: Requests for reinstatement (Aug. 2021)
A listing of those who have applied or been approved for reinstatement to LCMS rosters.
Items wanted, available (Aug. 2021)
Available this month are books, hymnals and more.
Mid-South District re-elects Paavola
The 21st convention of the LCMS Mid-South District was held July 1–3 in Memphis.
UICM webinar features Grammy-nominated Lutheran recording artist
Marcus Gray, who goes professionally by the name Flame, will appear at the LCMS Youth Gathering in Houston, July 9–13, 2022.
Harrison calls Japan Lutheran Church to repentance
At its 2021 convention, the Japan Lutheran Church (JLC) made two decisions that have destroyed the scriptural basis for the longstanding relationship of altar and pulpit fellowship between the LCMS and the JLC.
International Lutheran Council issues statement on persecution of Finnish church
Two Finnish leaders are being prosecuted for articulating the historic Christian teaching on human sexuality.

