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LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – First Quarter 2024 newsletter

The 'So Help Me God' newsletter takes on the subject of suffering, which is part of life for everyone.

Life Together with President Harrison – December 2023

This edition features an Advent video message from President Harrison, photos of the year, a story about ongoing Maui fire recovery efforts, a KFUO program on LCMS music history, and more.

LCMS Worship — December 2023-January 2024 resources

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

CTCR report — ‘Christian Decision-Making and the End of Life’

As the legal environment surrounding assisted suicide and other end-of-life issues continues to change, this report offers an update to the CTCR’s previous work on the subject.

LCMS Worship — November-December 2023 resources

This edition includes Advent devotions for the home, Advent media kits, 2023-24 hymn suggestions, prayers of the church, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.

LCMS Worship – Advent midweek service suggestions – 2023

This year's resources focus on the life and ministry of St. John the Baptist, the one appointed by God to prepare the way for the promised Messiah by calling sinners to repentance, even to the point of martyrdom.

Life Together with President Harrison – November 2023

This edition features a video that reflects on the gratitude we in the LCMS should have toward God this Thanksgiving.

‘Free to be Faithful’ – Fall 2023 newsletter

The Fall 2023 newsletter highlights issues affecting children and families.

LCMS Worship – Advent devotions for the family table – 2023

LCMS Worship offers devotions that fix our attention on the three comings of Christ: once in the flesh, now in His Word and Sacraments, and at the Last Day for judgment and the resurrection — all to save us.

Days of Creation & 10 Commandments Memory Cards

For young learners, visual memory cards — with pictures on one side and answers on the back — are provided to help them learn the Ten Commandments and the days of creation.

Catechism Memory Cards

Use these memory cards as you help your children learn Scripture and Luther’s Small Catechism.

LCMS World Relief and Human Care – November 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter

Lutherans carry out St. Paul’s direction to “do good to everyone,” both in the United States and across the globe.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 1

This lesson reminds participants that the Lord has never forgotten and will never forget His children whom He dearly loves and calls to be His own through Holy Baptism. His goodness, mercy and love remain changeless despite the changes and the chaos in our sin-filled world.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 2

This lesson reminds participants that Jesus is always with them and that no matter what happens in our life or world, Jesus is with us even to the very end of the age. Even amid significant change or trials, the Lord is with us, and His love and divine care for us never falters or changes.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 3

This lesson reminds participants not to be overwhelmed with worry but have a spirit of hope because they are anchored in Christ. Even when weary and worn out, we can look to Jesus and His gifts to find strength, comfort, peace and great hope.