Author: The LCMS

PALS Study Topics — ‘Preaching as a Pilgrimage’

Helps pastors consider two types of experiences in the sermon: moments of meditation and moments of movement.

‘God’s Mission Here’ Newsletter — February 2024

This edition shares information about the “Bring Giving Home” stewardship workshops, a Lutheran career board for non-rostered jobs in Lutheran schools, and a new season of the “Friends for Life” podcast that focuses on the importance of upholding the family.

LCMS Worship — February-March 2024 resources

This edition includes worship institute information, Lent and Easter media kit, prayers of the church, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.

“Jesus For You” Video Series

This video series is meant to answer basic questions about Christianity — all from a distinctly Lutheran perspective.

“Jesus For You” Video Series — English

This video series is meant to answer basic questions about Christianity — all from a distinctly Lutheran perspective.

Life Together with President Harrison – February 2024

This edition features a message from President Harrison about National Lutheran Schools Week, a feature on the Divine Service, a story about church planting in Utah, new resources, podcasts and more.

Conversation Starters for Mealtimes

This pack of cards is meant to accompany your family at the breakfast, lunch or dinner table to add some excitement to your normal mealtime conversations and “mix up” the kinds of things your family talks about with one another.

2023 International Church Relations Conference video presentations

Presentations from the 2023 International Church Relations Conference were recorded and are now available to view on demand.

Podcast: Friends for Life — Season 3

What is God’s plan for families? How does Jesus broaden our definition of “family”? What does the Christian life look like for mothers, fathers, singles, young people and elders? Listen to this season to learn more.

PALS Study Topics — ‘Leading Positive Change in Congregations’

This PALS course guides pastors through a proven process for leading positive change in congregations.

Life Together with President Harrison – January 2024

This edition features a message from President Harrison about National Lutheran Schools Week, a feature on the Divine Service, a story about church planting in Utah, new resources, podcasts and more.

PALS Study Topics — ‘Pastoral Leadership and Parish Administration’

This PALS course will guide participants through defining the mission of your congregation, including the formation and use of a mission statement.

PALS Study Topics — ‘Preaching: The Heart and The Art’

This presentation, with workbook for group discussion, helps pastors reaffirm the law/gospel heart of their preaching while also encouraging them to explore the art.

LCMS Worship — January-February 2024 resources

This edition includes 2023-24 hymn suggestions, prayers of the church, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.

PALS Study Topics — ‘The Art of Making Effective Referrals’

This PALS course leads pastors in the critical matters of how to make a referral without alienating parishioners or hurting their feelings.