The deadline to apply or submit nominations is Oct. 31, 2022.
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‘Making Disciples for Life’ theme of new ‘Chapel Talks’
The 2022–2023 edition of ‘Chapel Talks’ is available as a free, downloadable PDF or a for-purchase paperback.
National Mission discusses chaplaincy, church planting
The LCMS Board for National Mission convened June 16–17 in St. Louis.
LCMS pastor cares for first responders after Amtrak derailment
The train, which was carrying 275 passengers and 12 crew members, derailed in Mendon, Mo., about 100 miles northeast of Kansas City.
LCMS Board of Directors approves surplus budget for FY23
The budget includes total revenue of just over $82 million and total spending of $81.4 million.
Every One His Witness expands online access
Every One His Witness (E1HW) is now available at no cost to anyone who registers at the E1HW website.
Mission boards seek to connect with districts on Synod priorities
This past fall and winter, teams composed of one member each from the Boards for National and International Mission met in person or via Zoom with every district of the Synod.
Evangelizing the lost through life ministry
An upcoming seminar will explore ways for those involved in life ministry or advocacy to reach the unchurched with the Gospel.
‘March on the Arch’ draws hundreds in support of life
The day began with a prayer service at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.
Retreats offer rest for commissioned workers
The retreats, titled “Take Heart! Renewed to Be a Blessing,” are funded by the LCMS Office of National Mission.
‘A march behind the cross’: Lutherans advocate, teach, care for life
In addition to advocating for life and teaching all generations about the sanctity of human life, the LCMS remains dedicated to supporting families in need after the birth of a child.
KFUO, School Ministry welcome new staff
Alan Freeman, associate director of LCMS School Ministry, and the Rev. Doug Griebenaw, mission advocate for KFUO Radio, were installed at the LCMS International Center on Feb. 10.
MDFL conference points to solid rock of Jesus
The conference, titled “The Rock in Shifting Sands,” was held Jan. 10–12 at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis.
Shaw, Hemmer, Rabe installed at International Center
The three men had all begun serving prior to their installations.
‘This is the moment’: Chicago marchers pray for change
On Jan. 8, LCMS marchers joined over a thousand others to march for life in Illinois.
Million Dollar Life Match applications now open
Grants will support LCMS congregations involved in providing beginning-of-life care in their local communities.