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Hurricane Helene: Amid heartache, abiding peace

As Hurricane Milton threatens, recovery from Hurricane Helene continues.

Hurricane Helene response: Initial assessment underway

Multiple LCMS districts and organizations will partner on the response.

Mock disaster provides training ground for volunteers

In April, Lutherans in North Carolina participated in a Lutheran Early Response Team training event.

Denninger joins Foundation

The Rev. Dr. John Denninger previously served as president of the LCMS Southeastern District.

LCMS Disaster Response: Proclaiming the Gospel at all times

As Hurricane Ian continues its path of destruction, damage assessment begins.

Southeastern District elects Harmon

Harmon succeeds the Rev. Dr. John Denninger, who is retiring after serving three terms as district president. 

Soldiers of the Cross—Amplified grants aid rostered and non-rostered church workers

The Synod’s long-time Soldiers of the Cross grant assistance program has been “amplified” so that not only those workers who are on the Synod’s roster, but also lay workers in LCMS churches, schools and organizations, may apply for assistance. 

‘Mission Field: USA’ partners with the LCMS Southeastern District to bring Christ’s Gospel to Baltimore

As part of ‘Mission Field: Baltimore,’ the Rev. Martin and Kathy Schultheis will serve the community of Sandtown-Winchester.

Obituary: Rev. Dr. Arthur W. Scherer, president emeritus of the Southeastern District

A funeral service is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, at Holy Nativity Lutheran Church, 1200 Linden Ave., Arbutus, Md.

Obituary: Rev. Dr. Charles S. Mueller Sr., former Southeastern District president

The Rev. Dr. Charles S. Mueller Sr., president emeritus of the LCMS Southeastern District, died Oct. 30.

As the waters rise in North Carolina, neighbors arrive to help

The Synod is working hand in hand with the LCMS Southeastern District to provide relief and begin recovery.

LCMS congregations prepare response to Hurricane Florence

The LCMS Southeastern District and LCMS Disaster Response are working with congregations in the area to address both the physical and spiritual needs of those in the hurricane’s path.

Obituary: Rev. Dr. Richard T. Hinz, former Southeastern District president

A funeral service is set for Aug. 31 for former LCMS Southeastern District President Rev. Dr. Richard T. Hinz, who died Aug. 21 at his home in Fredericksburg, Va.

Denninger re-elected president of LCMS Southeastern District

The Rev. Dr. John R. Denninger of Springfield, Va., was elected on the first ballot to his third term as president of the Southeastern District during the district’s 38th convention on May 10-12 in Hickory, N.C.

Longtime Lutheran educator Rev. Dr. Alan H. Steinbach dies

Steinbach served on the LCMS Board for Higher Education Services from 1985 to 1998.

Photo gallery: Liberty Conference and the Great Mustache Shave-Off

“Liberty,” the 2017 National LCMS Campus Ministry Conference, was Jan. 4-6 on the campus of the University of Maryland in College Park, Md. “The Mustache Resolution” was also settled between LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison and LCMS Montana District President Rev. Terry Forke.