July has been an exciting month as CVLC was blessed with an adult confirmation. Scott Gloeckner who had taken new member classes, and sat through confirmation class with his son, asked to be confirmed in front of the church (pictured left). On the July 15th CVLC welcomed new members, Tom and Christine Smith (right).
District News - Congregations
Rev. Paul Kritsch – 45th Anniversary
On Sunday, June 17, Chapel of the Good Shepherd, Sharps Chapel, TN celebrated the 45th anniversary of Pastor Paul Kritsch’s ordination into the Holy Ministry. The congregation provided a special cake for the coffee fellowship hour along with notes expressing their appreciation for his ministry and friendship. Kritsch has served four churches over the years: […]
Rite of Ordination for Rev. Jeremy McDonald
The Rite of Ordination for Rev. Jeremy McDonald took place at Christ the King Lutheran Church, Memphis, on Sunday, July 15, 2018. Rev. McDonald was certified as a Specific Ministry Pastor through the Colloquy Committee for Pastoral Ministry of The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Snapshot of a Church Planter
Confident without cockiness, self-assured with a measure of humility, Rev. John David Zischke, also known as JD, meets the challenges of church planting in the West Fayetteville, AR, area with poise. Growing up as a Southern Baptist in San Antonio, TX, supported by a single-parent mother who worked four jobs in order to give her […]
Ordination Anniversaries Celebrated
On Sunday July 8, Grace Lutheran Church in Holiday Island, AR, celebrated the ordination anniversaries of two pastors. Rev. Ken Haydon celebrated 50 years in the ministry and Rev. Robert Herring celebrated 40 years in the ministry. Shown (L-R) Rev. Herring, President Paavola, and Rev. Haydon.
Mid-South Pastor to Host Unique European Tour in 2020
Rev. Stewart Marshall of Trinity Lutheran Church (Pine Bluff, AR) is hosting a tour in 2020 to see the historic passion play of Oberammergau, as well as the splendor of several eastern European cities. It is a 12-day tour scheduled from September 21-October 2, with departure from Memphis. The tour is all inclusive except for […]
Mid-South Pastor to Host Unique European Tour in 2020
Rev. Stewart Marshall of Trinity Lutheran Church (Pine Bluff, AR) is hosting a tour in 2020 to see the historic passion play of Oberammergau, as well as the splendor of several eastern European cities. It is a 12-day tour scheduled from September 21-October 2, with departure from Memphis. The tour is all inclusive except for […]
Celebration of baptism and new members
This is an exciting time here at CVLC (Christus Victor Lutheran Church). We baptized a young girl whose family joined the church and desired to be baptized. After meeting with the parents they joined the church and she was baptized. As well another lady, who transferred her membership to our congregation. Good things are happening […]
6th Annual Event Honors Veterans
On May 26, 2018 Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church in Loudon, TN hosted 98 local veterans, including vets from WWII, Korea, Viet Nam, and representing all of branches of the service for our sixth annual pancake, sausage, bacon, and scrambled egg breakfast. The program included a color guard to post the national, state, and POW […]
Shepherd of the Hills Honors Veterans on Memorial Day
For the second year Shepherd of the Hills, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, organized a Thrivent Action Team to honor veterans on Memorial Day. The Memorial Day Action Team planned, prepared and served free brats, hot dogs, chips and drinks to over 125 people who stayed after the Memorial Day Service conducted by the local American […]
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