Update on Mohr roster status

A pastoral letter from President Harrison regarding the suspension and resignation of Michael Mohr from the ordained roster of the LCMS.

False report in St. Louis Post-Dispatch

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch has released a false story about the LCMS president.

Pastoral response from President Harrison regarding reported clergy abuse in Illinois

A pastoral letter from the Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, in response to events in the Central Illinois District.

President Harrison writes letter about LCMS ecclesiastical supervision

LCMS president addresses how ecclesiastical supervision operates in matters of doctrinal concern.

LCMS president encourages ‘walking together’ in pastoral formation

The Synod cannot diverge from its process of certification of pastoral candidates, authorized by seminaries fully accountable to all of us.

Michigan District and LCMS boards of directors meet

The conversation centered around the situation regarding Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor. Both boards are grateful for the conversation and fellowship and pray that the Lord comfort the grieving and guide the church to a united and faithful response.

LCMS President Harrison letter about U.S. immigration and Lutheran organizations

Some facts and reflections about the confusing and complex situation surrounding Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Services and LCMS Recognized Service Organizations.

LCMS President Harrison encourages Christians to vote

Christians should take up the privilege and opportunity to vote in accord with God’s Word.

Christian hope in a hopeless world

Jesus says to us, when the world seems to be coming apart, don’t lose hope but trust in Me.

Rajek installed as OIM executive director

Rajek previously served as director of the LCMS Eurasia region.

‘Holding fast to the Word’: Bruss installed as CTSFW president

The Rev. Dr. Jon S. Bruss succeeds the Rev. Dr. Lawrence R. Rast Jr., who recently retired as CTSFW president.

CUS Board of Directors sends letter to CTX president

The letter is a response to actions taken by Concordia University Texas.

Statement from LCMS Board of Directors on CTX selection of president

The LCMS Board of Directors releases a statement on the selection of a president by Concordia University Texas.

Harrison letter to CUWAA Board of Regents

A pastoral letter from the LCMS president to the Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor Board of Regents.

Saving souls: Christ’s work, not ours

If a year from now we discovered that all our supposed best practices were completely wrong, it would not change the number of God’s elect by a single one.

Held fast by God’s Word: A resolution for 2024

A New Year column from LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison.