The Mid-South District - LCMS

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Welcome Rev. Saxton

The Ordination and Installation of Rev. Michael Saxton to Grace Lutheran Church, Knoxville, TN took place on July 19, 2026. Pastor Saxton will serve as an Associate Pastor and Church Planter. Pictured, Beginning left back row: Rev. Phil Bohlken (Emeritus), Rev. Derek Roberts (Praise, Maryville, TN), Rev. Roger Reckling (Emeritus), Rev. Seth Korte (St. Paul, […]

LERT Update

September 2026 “And let us not grow weary of doing good…” (Galatians 6:9 ESV) Our disaster response teams (AKA Lutheran Early Response Teams) across the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod have remained busy serving communities affected by disasters. The Mid-South District saw less storms than they have in previous years. That allowed our Mid-South District teams […]

CTK’s New Director of Youth and Family Ministries

The members of Christ the King Lutheran Church, Memphis, are pleased to welcome their new Director of Youth and Family Ministries, Ms. Paige Mielke. In this newly created position, Ms. Mielke, a recent graduate of Concordia University Wisconsin, will focus on developing, planning, and leading youth programs, providing spiritual guidance and mentorship to youth members, […]

Worker Wellness Bingo Challenge

Pastors, principals, teachers, DCEs and all who work in our District’s congregations and school ministries are invited to take part in the Worker Wellness BINGO Challenge! This fun challenge is happening now through September 28, 2026 and focuses on simple wellness activities that encourage church workers to care for the body, mind, and vocation God has entrusted to […]

2026 Fall Pastors Conference

October 11-14, 2026 @ Pickwick Landing State Park REGISTER ONLINE NOW The 2026 Fall Pastors Conference is fast approaching. Below is everything you need to know to prepare for the conference.  Please share this information with any vicars or retired pastors in your congregation. You will not be required to call the hotel for room reservations […]

Family Ministry Workshop

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2026 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM Hope Lutheran Church – Jacksonville, AR Join Family Ministry leaders and lay people from across the Mid-South District for a day of practical teaching, discussion, and encouragement as we equip our homes and congregations to disciple the next generation. NO COST TO ATTEND   –   LUNCH INCLUDED Keynote Speakers: Mr. Larry Yochum —Associate Director of Coaching and Implementation, Concordia Center […]

Mid-South & Southern District LCMS Educators

It’s Your Time to Recharge! Join fellow Lutheran educators October 8–10 in beautiful Shalimar,Florida for an inspiring conference centered on this year’s powerful theme: Salt & Light. Whether you’re in the classroom, leading a school, or supporting ministry in other ways, this conference is designed to equip and encourage you to shine brightly where God […]