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 […]
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West Pastors Conference
May 18-20,2026 DeGray Lake Resort State Park2027 State Park Entrance RoadBismarck, AR 71929 Register NowAgenda Register by April 18 The 2026 West Pastors Conference is fast approaching. You will not be required to call the hotel for room reservations for this conference. The hotel requires a rooming list from the District. To assist us in […]
East Pastors’ Conference
May 4-6, 2026 Black Fox Lodge3171 ParkwayPigeon Forge, TN 37863 Agenda Register Now Register by April 4, 2026 The 2026 East Pastors’ Conference is quickly approaching. You will not be required to call the hotel for room reservations for this conference. The hotel requires a rooming list from the District. To assist us in making […]
OKTOBERFEST CLASSIC
– Mark your calendar – Hope Lutheran Church Family Life Pantry FUNDRAIDER We are excited to announce the first Oktoberfest Classic as a fundraiser for the Hope Lutheran Church Family Life Pantry, Batesville AR. Date: Friday, October 2, 2026Completed form and payment are due by September 25, 2026Where: The Course at Eagle Mountain, 800 Gap […]
2026 Early Childhood Educator’s Conference
July 9-10, 2026 in Memphis Theme: “Speaking Wisdom, Teaching Kindness,” Proverbs 31:26 REGISTER ONLINE Join us for an incredible opportunity to celebrate your ministry to children through sharing, supporting one another, and discovering innovative methods to connect with those cherished young ones. The theme for this year’s event is “Speaking Wisdom, Teaching Kindness,” from Proverbs 31:26. Featuring our keynote speaker, […]
Hope Lutheran Church Family Life Pantry Begins!
On October 13, we finally began a long-planned outreach service into the community handing out diapers, wipes, formula, and baby food to families in the community with babies and toddlers. Twice a month (the second Monday, 5-7pm and the third Saturday, 9-11am) members from Hope Lutheran Church in Batesville and our sister church, Shepherd of […]
3-L Summit
September 20, 2025 “LIVING YOUR FAITH, LOVING GOD’S PEOPLE, LEARNING TO DISCIPLE” @ Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR REGISTER ONLINE NOW The 3L Summit is a FREE ministry event perfect for lay people and pastors, featuring speakers Rev. Chris Paavola and Rev. Karl Vaters. These engaging pastors will share ministry insights on topics such […]
Welcome Rev. Buchs
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 […]
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 […]
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