Marriage. Life. Religious liberty. They are all deemed “controversial” in the public square, buzz words for “Don’t talk about this at the neighborhood party” or, “Stick to discussing the weather and sports…just to be safe.” And yet each topic matters. Fundamentally, they matter because people matter. And people matter to us as Lutherans because they […]
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Annual Vocatio program at Concordia Seminary
Registration is Open for Vocatio Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is hosting their annual Vocatio program for high school students (students enrolled grades 9-12 for Fall 2016). June 25-30, 2016 This six-day program is designed to encourage and equip young men and women to consider their vocation as Christians. This event includes a Concordia University System […]
Messiah Lutheran Church Dedication and Ribbon Cutting of the New Addition
The theme of the day Lord, I love the habitation of Your house and the place where Your glory dwells” Psalm 26:8. 120 worshippers joined the festivities on Sunday, August 30, 2015 as Messiah Lutheran Church, Pea Ridge, Arkansas, dedicated and cut the ribbon to their new 4000 square foot addition. “Under God’s care everything […]
A Bit of History – Then and Now – A New Chapter
At the 19th Regular Convention of the Mid-South District, Rev. Norman Groteluschen, President Emeritus, shared a brief address with the delegation. What follows is an “expanded version” of his address in which he discusses both the history and future of the church – and the critical role of Church Planting for both. Church Multiplication […]
Short Term Mission Trip to South Dakota
From Concordia, Kingsport, TN a short-term mission team went to Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota June 5-13. Inspired by Mrs. Laverne Morris, who purchased and organized our crafts for VBS and found our cabins to stay in, the team included Pastor Paul and Mary Becker, Frauke Darnell, Linda Morawetz and Rob McElhinny. We stayed […]
District Sunday “Thank You!”
We would like to extend a sincere “thank you” to congregations who recently observed “District Sunday.” This included announcing a special offering to support the District’s student financial aid program for professional church workers. Those gifts will be combined with the offering from the District Convention’s opening service on June 26. Again, we are grateful […]
Faith Lutheran in Magnolia, AR Reaches Out with Digital Sign
Last year, Faith Lutheran Church in Magnolia, Arkansas installed a “flashy” new digital sign. The church is a neighbor to Southern Arkansas University, where just over 3,400 students attend. With students and many other Magnolia community members passing Faith Lutheran each day, the church felt this programmable sign would be a great way to share […]
Christus Victor Lutheran Church (CVLC) Knoxville Volunteers
It is a good thing that we live in the volunteer state, because this church is filled with people who are not afraid to step up, and share in the gifts that God has blessed them with. In my almost four years that I have been shepherding the fine folks here I have been completely […]
C.A.R. released
C.A.R. (Congregational Assessment Resource) is an online tool designed to assist congregations in identifying key factors in their ministry and mission and compare their activity with a registry of other congregations. Is your organization interested in C.A.R.? Fill out the below form, we will review your information and be in touch with you shortly. Please […]
Resolution Seeking Support for Pro-Life Amendment 1
At the recent East District pastor’s conference, a resolution presented by Pastor Young was unanimously passed regarding an important pro life amendment that will appear on the ballot in the next Gubernatorial election in November of 2014 in Tennessee. Read the Resolution Signed by President Paavola For further information on this amendment and updates please […]
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