What a difference you made We were saddened to hear of the passing of Nancy Herd, wife of retired pastor Cliff Herd of Chattanooga. She passed on September 1, 2018. Cliff and Nancy were on our 2013 mission trip to Tanzania. They were no strangers to Africa and by the end of her earthly time, […]
The Root of the Fruit of Thanksgiving
Colossians 1:9-14 Regardless of how old I get, Thanksgiving reminds me of the times when I was growing up, the house would be filled with the aroma of turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, several kinds of pie and cranberries. We never had cranberries at any other time of the year – only Thanksgiving. Mom would make […]
Proclaiming the Word
Last April I had the joy of participating in a memorable mission trip with Trinity HOPE that brought a new light on courage, faith, and worship. I remember vividly not a conversation or a face to face meeting with someone, but something I witnessed during the worship service we were privileged to attend in a […]
Rite of Ordination for Rev. Bill Schutte
The ordination and installation of Rev. Bill Schutte took place on Saturday, October 27, 2019 in rural Mountain Home, AR. Pictured (L-R) are Rev. Brian Pummill, Rev. Joel Krogen, President Roger Paavola, Rev. Bill Schutte, Rev. Paul Baumann, Rev. John Easterling, and Rev. David Tews.
Each One, Reach One Event
December 8, 2018 hosted at Trinity Lutheran Church Attention congregations in the Mena, AR area: an Each One, Reach One event will be hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church on Saturday, December 8 from 10:00 a.m.-noon. The event will highlight practical ways that your congregation members can share their faith in the community. Please watch for […]
2019 Mid-Winter Retreat
Postponed Please note that the east region Mid-Winter Retreat previously scheduled from February 22-24 at Fall Creek Falls in Tennessee has been postponed until 2020. Planners determined that delaying this retreat will allow greater focus on preparation for the upcoming National Youth Gathering this summer. February 22-24 @ Fall Creek Falls Spread the word about the […]
Thank You for Prayers and Support, from the Hawkins Family
On behalf of Alison Hawkins and her family, the Mid-South District would like to say “thank you” to everyone who has lifted the Hawkins in prayer and shared generous financial gifts following a life-threatening medical emergency for Alison in mid-September. Alison is the Executive Administrative Assistant to our District President, Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola—and a […]
Christ the King in Memphis Receives LCEF Kaleidoscope Grant
LCEF Kaleidoscope Grant Christ the King Lutheran Church & School in Memphis, TN was among eight ministries chosen to receive a 2018 grant from the Kaleidoscope Fund, a granting program established by Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF). Christ the King’s $35,000 grant will be used to host a ministry that uses the church to give […]
Food Distribution Held In Sharps Chapel
Neighbors worked together On October 19 and 20, neighbors worked together at the Sharps Chapel Elementary School to help people in need. The event was sponsored by Chapel of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Sharps Chapel, TN which worships in the Community Center at 10:30 AM on Sundays. Over fifty volunteers came. There were Lutherans, […]
First Service
Restoration Lutheran Church Holds Preview Service for Fayetteville Community After many months of praying and planning, the first worship service of Restoration Lutheran Church was held on Sunday, October 28 in Fayetteville, AR. Pastor JD Zischke and over 50 people gathered for the event at a local business that is generously donating the use of […]
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