On October 1, Immanuel hosted a Memphis Meals of Hope food packing event in its school gym where 202 volunteers packaged 50,688 meals in just a few hours. Everyone worked hard but it was also lots of fun as progress was made toward their goal of 50,000 meals! The event at Immanuel was held in […]
District News - Congregations
Coat Giveaway and Rummage Sale
The Good Shepherd was definitely present at the Coat Giveaway and Rummage Sale. Everyone served with smiles before, during, and after the event; we met lots of our neighbors, some of whom asked for prayers for themselves or others; and the rummage sale yielded a great sum for our church’s growing building fund. Most amazing […]
Installation of Rev. William Wagner
Installation of Rev. William Wagner at Trinity Lutheran Church, Columbia, TN, September 25, 2016. L-R Front Row: Rev. David Rubke, Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola, Rev. William Wagner, Rev. Marty Nutter L-R Back Row: Rev. Curt Hoover, Rev. Andrew Smith, Rev. Eric Phillips, Rev. Gerald Meyer
Salem Lutheran Ministries Celebrates
Salem Lutheran Ministries created a video for their 8th Anniversary of partnership with Salem in Springdale, AR. It highlights the activities and blessings of this past year. You can access the video through Salem’s Facebook page: Salem Lutheran Ministries or by following this link: https://animoto.com/play/G7ATGQm4gQ2VHQho5ZCq5A. Thank you for your support and partnership in sharing the […]
Senator Bob Corker meets with local community leaders
On August 16th United States Senator Bob Corker of Tennessee met with local community leaders of Morgan County. The congregation of St. Paul Lutheran in Wartburg had seven members attend the meeting and three not including Pastor Graves are pictured. Senator Corker spoke about community issues especially with regards to the local economy. Pastor Graves […]
New Members received at Shepherd of the Hills
On August 14, 2016 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in McMinnville, TN was pleased to receive Anakin Hillis, and Bob and Darcie MacCaffrey into membership via adult confirmation. After the service they were honorees at a reception celebrating God’s grace to them. With them we also honored Matthew Kelley and Randy and Terry Gerdes […]
Children’s Coats & Warm Clothing Giveaway
Chapel of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Sharps Chapel, TN is holding a children’s coats & warm clothing giveaway on Saturday, October 1. Many of the families in Sharps Chapel cannot afford warm clothing. As a result, school is often cancelled in the winter because it’s too cold to wait outside for the school […]
Rev. Andrew Abraham installed
The installation of Rev. Andrew Abraham took place at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, in Crossville, TN, on August 13. Rev. Abraham and his family return to the Mid-South District after serving in Western New York.
Rev. Stewart Marshall installed
The installation of the Reverend Stewart Marshall at Trinity Lutheran Church, Pine Bluff, AR, took place on Sunday, August 14. Pastor Marshall returns to the Mid-South District where he once served in the early 2000’s.
A Time for Prayer
On Wednesday, July 13, members of Christ the King and the Lutheran community gathered for “A Time for Prayer,” a service of scripture, hymns, and both corporate and private prayers. Our petitions were offered for healing, unification, forgiveness, and our Lord’s guidance during this difficult time. Pastor Mark Goble led the prayers, along with guest […]
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