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LCMS Worship — October-November 2023 resources

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

LCMS Worship – 2023-24 Lectionary summaries: Series B and One-Year Series

Lectionary Summaries of Three-Year Series and One-Year Series readings throughout the Church Year are designed for worshipers to read in weekly Divine Service bulletins.

LCMS Worship – 2023-24 hymn suggestions for Series B and One-Year Series

In the Lutheran church, hymns are not “filler” or background music. They are an integral part of proclaiming the Word of God.

LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – Fourth Quarter 2023 newsletter

The 'So Help Me God' newsletter discusses discipline, and why it is as important in the Christian life as it is in the military.

‘Set Apart to Serve’ Town Hall — Resource launch

The Set Apart to Serve town hall held on Sept. 27, was recorded and is available for those who were unable to join the live event.

‘Set Apart to Serve’ Promotional Resources 

Set Apart to Serve promotional resources available to encourage a culture of church worker formation within congregations and schools.

Life Together with President Harrison – September 2023

This edition features a video and article that reviews the Synod’s 2023 convention, a feature and video on Ukrainian refugees at the International Lutheran Center in Germany, new resources, events, podcasts and more.

40 Prayers for Life — The Lord’s Mercy Endures Forever

This prayer booklet has been prepared for use by individuals or groups — laypeople, pastors and church workers — during pro-life prayer vigils.

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

Lutherans are caring for Ukrainian refugees who have fled their country in search of safety amid the ongoing Russian invasion.

LCMS Worship — September-October 2023 resources

This edition includes prayers of the church, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.

Podcast: Friends for Life — Season 2

This season takes up the difficult — but important — conversation of human sexuality as seen through the lens of God’s creation and redemption.

English Bible Camp curriculum

Use these free programs to share the Gospel as you help new neighbors practice their English.

LCMS Worship — August-September 2023 resources

This edition includes prayers of the church, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.

‘Free to be Faithful’ – Summer 2023 newsletter

Read about acts of Congress and the Biden administration concerning the definition of marriage and whether federal resources can be used to support abortion.

CADDS Info Video (before using CADDS)

Congregational Assessment of Development/Decline Status (CADDS). This video provides a brief overview of CADDS.