Bishop Emmanuel Makala met with the Council of Presidents of the LCMS on Monday, September 18. He is in the largest Lutheran diocese in the Tanzanian Evangelical Lutheran Church which has over 6.5 million members, second only to the 7 million Mekane Yesus Lutheran body in Ethiopia. He will also visit Memphis where the Mid-South […]
District News
Circuit Visitor Biannual Meeting Highlights
LCMS President Attends for Day of Discussion LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison was a special guest at the August 29 meeting of the Mid-South District Circuit Visitors. The group meets at the District office twice each year to share insights and encouragement, as well as learn about new resources and initiatives for congregations. The […]
Mid-South District Hosts a Weekend of Special Reformation Events
The Mid-South District is excited to host two outstanding events to mark the Reformation’s 500th Anniversary: • Reformation Choral Concert on Friday, October 13 (University of Memphis Rose Theater) • Oktoberfest on Saturday, October 14 (Immanuel Lutheran Church & School – Memphis) The Choral Concert will feature over 75 voices and instrumentalists, including students from […]
Responding in God’s Love to Help Those Impacted by Hurricane Irma
While it is heartbreaking and overwhelming to see the devastation of Hurricane Irma–especially on the heels of the powerful storm in Texas–our resolve as Christians is always to help those in need. To assist our congregations as they make plans to help those impacted by this disaster, the Mid-South District Office recommends the following avenues […]
Each One Reach One Workshops
Workshops have begun The Mid-South District invited Rev. Dr. Mark Wood from the LCMS Office of National Mission in St. Louis to conduct the “Every One His Witness” workshop. There were 3 beta-test sites held across the district: Christ the King, Memphis, TN; Shepherd of the Hills, Crossville, TN; and First, Hot Springs, AR. Multiple […]
How To Help In the Wake of Hurricane Harvey
As we see the images and hear the stories of people impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, we are all moved to respond in God’s love. To help our congregations coordinate an effective response to this disaster, the Mid-South District Office recommends the following methods of support: MONETARY DONATIONS 100% of Harvey relief funds […]
Reformation Choral Concert
Everyone is invited to enjoy this free event. Seating is limited, please Reserve Your Seats Now Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of music and song.
Oktoberfest
Purchase Your Tickets ONLINE now! Join the Mid-South District and community in celebration.
37th Biennial LWML Convention
Ladies of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML), and several spouses, enjoyed an event-filled week in Albuquerque, NM at the 37th Biennial LWML Convention, June 22-25. Mid-South District President, Rev. Dr. Roger Paavola, and his wife, Pat, were among those who attended, along with Mid-South LWML President Diane Reimold. The LWML is an important part […]
Calls announced from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis rejoices with the 119 students who learned of first call placements as pastors and deaconesses, and assignments as vicars and deaconess interns during Call Day services April 26. Calls were issued to 56 pastoral students and five diaconal students during a special worship service at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of […]
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