LWR president resigns, announces position at Valparaiso

on May 17, 2013 in New This Week, People, Reporter

The Rev. Dr. John Nunes, president and chief executive officer of Lutheran World Relief, Baltimore, will begin a full-time position this fall at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Ind.


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Harrison releases statement on Boy Scouts’ proposed policy change

on May 16, 2013 in News, Reporter, Top Story

The May 16 statement from LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison voices concerns over the Boy Scouts of America’s proposed policy change on whether or not to allow homosexual Scouts as members.


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Boy Scouts of America: Why the Proposed Policy Change Matters

on May 16, 2013 in Official Statements, Pressroom

Western culture is at a crucial moment in history. After 103 years of existence, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) may vote to change drastically its membership policy. For those who may be unaware, the BSA, in recent months, has discussed allowing both gay Scouts and Scout leaders into its organization.


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Bible study, video complement Luther’s prayer guide

on May 16, 2013 in New This Week, Reporter, Resources

A free, two-part Bible study and video on the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther’s “A Simple Way to Pray” are now available for free download.


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Missouri Synod issues new $70,000 grant for ongoing Superstorm Sandy relief

on May 16, 2013 in Press Release, Pressroom

ST. LOUIS, May 16, 2013—As recovery efforts continue on the East Coast following the ravages of Superstorm Sandy last fall, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is issuing a new $70,000 grant to help 32 local families repair or renovate their storm-damaged homes.


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LCMS participates in ecumenical summit on biblical marriage, sexuality

on May 14, 2013 in Press Release, Pressroom

ST. LOUIS, May 14, 2013—A landmark ecumenical summit on “Biblical Teaching on Marriage and Sexuality” featuring church leaders from the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA), Lutheran Church-Canada (LCC), North American Lutheran Church (NALC) and The Lutheran Church―Missouri Synod (LCMS).took place May 3-5, 2013, at Church of the Holy Communion, Dallas.


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