Upon its establishment in 1966, the newly-formed Mid-South District included 77 congregations in its 1,000-mile wide territory. However, “Lutherans” were somewhat of a minority in the region. A number of other denominations were considered to represent the majority of the Christian population in this collection of states often referred to as the “Bible-belt.” While this […]
60 Anniversary
1966: A New LCMS District Is Born!
The Mid-South District of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod started operating officially as an independent district on January 1, 1967. Unofficially, it began a little earlier—June 17, 1966—when the delegates to the final convention of the Western District voted to divide into two new districts: the Missouri and the Mid-South. Rev. Dr. Wilbert E. Griesse, a […]
The Mid-South District is Celebrating 60 Years!
It is hard to believe, but the Mid-South District of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is celebrating its 60th year in 2026! That is 60 years of gratefully serving, supporting and encouraging LCMS ministries, workers and members across Arkansas, Tennessee and southwestern Kentucky. Throughout the year, watch the Encourager for more on the District’s history—and how […]
