The Rite of Installation for The Rev. David Buchs was held on Monday, August 18, 2025 at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR. Those assisting in the installation were: (Front L-R) Rev. Kevin Conger, Jacksonville; Rev. Sawyer Meyer, Olive Branch; President Paavola; Rev. Buchs; Rev. Stewart Marshall, Pine Bluff; Rev. John Mathis, Emeritus; Rev. David […]
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Welcome Rev. Rhoads
The Rite of Installation for The Rev. Mark Rhoads was held on Sunday, July 29, 2025 at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church, Loudon, TN. Pictured for the Rite of Installation (Front L-R) Rev. Kent Dockery, Emeritus; Rev. Cliff Herd, Emeritus; Rev. Ed Rosser, Good Shepherd, Chattanooga; Rev. Don Welmer, First, Chattanooga; Rev. Mark Rhoads, Rev. […]
Angels with Fur?
Job, the Comfort Dog Feature by Judy Otto, Editor of the Lutheran Witness Mid-South District Supplement, article written for Saturday 6-14-25 Bedrock Buzz Love comes in all shapes and sizes—and it often comes covered in fur, as every pet owner knows. Indeed, many believe that “Dogs are angels with fur,” as a favorite refrigerator magnet […]
Ordination of Rev. James “Brock” Stockland
The Rite of Ordination was held on Sunday, June 22, 2025 for the Rev. James “Brock” Stockland at St John’s Lutheran Church, Fayetteville, AR, his home congregation. He is one of the four graduates from the Mid-South District who received Calls into the Holy Ministry this Spring.
Ordination of Rev. Benjamin Heinz
The Ordination of Rev. Benjamin Heinz took place at his home congregation, Trinity Lutheran in Lowell, Indiana, where his father, Rev. Rich Heinz, is the pastor. Rev. Heinz will be serving at Athens Lutheran, in Athens, TN and will be installed next month.
Thanksgiving for New Members
St. Matthew in Conway, AR We thank the Lord of the Church for blessing His flock at St. Matthew Lutheran in Conway, AR with several new members. On Sundays, March 2 (left) and May 25, 2025 (right), St. Matthew welcomed a combination of 24 new members, including transfers, professions of faith, and adult confirmands. We […]
2025 Convention Photos
Opening Worship Service for the Mid-South District’s 22nd Regular Convention was hosted by Christ the King Lutheran Church Thursday evening. Before the Worship Service, was a wonderful dinner. Check-in, exhibitor hall, guest speakers and photos from the Convention floor. The Pastors’ Wives Luncheon gave these special ladies the opportunity to enjoy food and fellowship on […]
Two Candidates Join The District
The Mid-South District received two candidates for ministry at the Call Service at Concordia Seminary, St Louis on April 30, 2025. Pastor-elect Benjamin Heinz has been called to serve as Pastor for Athens Lutheran Church, Athens, TN; and Michael Saxton has been assigned as a convertible vicar at Grace Lutheran Church, Knoxville. Convertible vicars are […]
District Staff Lends a Hand for the Holidays
Staff of the Mid-South District Office had a great time volunteering at Neighborhood Christian Centers, Inc. (NCC) in Memphis in mid-December. The mission of NCC is “to guide those in need towards stability and sustainability through compassionate, Christ-centered ministries and empowerment programs.” Throughout the year, NCC serves those in need in the Memphis community through […]
National Lutheran Schools Week 2025
National Lutheran Schools Week provides more than 1,800 preschools, elementary schools and high schools with the public opportunity to proclaim and celebrate God’s work among us in schools of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. We thank God for the opportunity to provide excellent academic preparation for the children we serve. We are most grateful for the […]
