LCMS Disaster Response is mounting a full-scale response in conjunction with the affected districts, district disaster response coordinators and the Synod’s Lutheran Early Response Team network.
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BOD looks to 2023 and beyond
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Board of Directors met Aug. 25–26 in St. Louis,
LCMS response to Hurricane Ian underway
The response includes a center of operations at Zion Lutheran Church in Fort Myers, Fla.
LCMS Disaster Response: Proclaiming the Gospel at all times
As Hurricane Ian continues its path of destruction, damage assessment begins.
Mine collapse closes Lutheran high school
Due to mine subsidence, Lutheran High School in Springfield, Ill., had to relocate before the start of the school year.
First round of Life Match grants awarded
A second set of applications is currently undergoing the review process, with a third phase to begin on Nov. 1.
‘Tell the next generation’: Black Ministry Family Convocation gathers in Mobile
From July 27 to 30, more than 240 people, including 63 children, gathered at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mobile, Ala., under the theme “Empowering the Next Generation.”
LCEF announces Kaleidoscope awards
A total of $592,606 was awarded to 28 LCMS schools throughout the United States.
‘Let Us Keep Awake’ theme of MDFL Fall Conference
The Making Disciples for Life (MDFL) Fall Conference is set for Oct. 10–12 at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis.
National Mission discusses chaplaincy, church planting
The LCMS Board for National Mission convened June 16–17 in St. Louis.
Campus clips: Synod schools engage in mission, service, study
Updates from LCMS universities and seminaries.
LCMS pastor cares for first responders after Amtrak derailment
The train, which was carrying 275 passengers and 12 crew members, derailed in Mendon, Mo., about 100 miles northeast of Kansas City.
Panzer elected president of Kansas District
The district held its 74th convention June 9–10 in Topeka, Kan.
Lueck re-elected in North Wisconsin
The LCMS North Wisconsin District held its 53rd convention June 5–6 in Rothschild, Wis.
