Updates about LCMS mission work around the world.
latvia
In difficult times, Synod boards continue work
The LCMS Boards for International and National Mission held online meetings on May 29 and June 5, respectively.
Latvian church (ELCL) celebrates 25th anniversary of archbishop’s consecration
The Rev. Dr. Albert B. Collver III, director of LCMS Church Relations, joined Bishop Hans-Jorg Voigt of Germany’s Independent Evangelical Lutheran Church in bringing greetings to the Latvian church on behalf of the International Lutheran Council.
Latvian Lutherans reinstate male-only clergy
Although leaders of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia ceased ordaining women in 1993, the change in practice was never made official church policy until this year’s synod.
Baltic Churches Bear Mercy through Multigenerational Ministries
Diaconia work in the Baltics is flourishing with LCMS church partners.
Photo gallery: Bearing Mercy in the Baltics
See how LCMS church partners, including the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Latvia and The Evangelical Lutheran Church of Lithuania, are bearing mercy and service through Diaconia work in the Baltics.