office of national mission

Applications open for national development grants

Applications will be accepted between June 1 and Aug. 1.

God’s design for sexuality: Starting the conversation

In 2019 and 2023, the LCMS convention passed resolutions calling on the church to “address sexual orientation and gender identity issues” through intentional conversations.

Lutherans give witness to life and Christ

The March on the Arch is the largest annual pro-life demonstration in the St. Louis region.

In His image: Two sexes, one humanity

The differences between men and women are not something to apologize for but to celebrate.

YouthLead: Finding identity in Christ

Youth leaders gathered for training Feb. 29–March 3 at the Pallottine Renewal Center in St. Louis.

Response plan underway in Chile

The plan includes providing 40,000 meals to underserved families in Viña del Mar.

Worker wellness coalition meets for sharing, planning

The Ministerial Care Coalition gathered in Florida March 3–5.

Hybrid conference a ‘joyful conversation’ about stewardship

There is no cost to attend the conference, which offers both online and in-person options.

Campus ministry staff to gather in May

The LCMS U Campus Ministry Staff Conference is set for May 29–30 at Luther Memorial Chapel in Shorewood, Wis.

Schiebel grant program supports black, inner-urban context

The grant program is funded by the Rev. Dr. William A. Schiebel Endowment.

Wildfires in Chile: LCMS offers aid and Gospel comfort

The February wildfires are the worst natural disaster to strike Chile since the 2010 earthquake and tsunami.

Gathering Ambassadors serve ‘essential’ role

The deadline for applications to serve at the 2025 Gathering is March 15.

‘Life Magnified’: Lutherans march, rally in Austin

On Jan. 27, more than 150 Lutherans participated in the Texas Rally for Life at the State Capitol in Austin.

Job board connects Lutheran educators, schools

LCMS School Ministry recently launched the Lutheran Career Board as a place for LCMS schools to post open teaching positions.

‘An attitude of lifelong service’: Servant Event registration now open

Events will begin as early as March and continue through August.

Specialized Spiritual Care conference set for May

The deadline to register is April 19.