Emotions and the Church
One thing that happens because we are a church body that highly values thinking and learning is that we talk less about our emotions.
Insight and perspective from LCMS leaders
The Church — Praying
Prayer is the sign that the church is still breathing, however labored that breath may be. The cross leads us to despair of everything — save Christ!
The Many Tasks of the Church Worker
As we serve the church, we can leave the saving to the One who does it best.
Thankful for three years of Lutheran Young Adult Corps!
As Lutheran Young Adult Corps completes its third year and begins to pivot as a program, it is a time to show thanks for all God has done in and through the program.
Has the Offering Plate Been Passed By?
So what are we to do if the passing of the plate becomes a long-term casualty of COVID-19? The key is formation.
A White Paper on the Current Context of Pastoral Formation
This white paper is intended to promote continued conversation, across the Synod, about pastoral formation.
It’s not my job to save the church
As we serve the church, we can leave the saving to the One who does it best.
God’s Mercy Never Ceases
LCMS missionaries in the Dominican Republic get to build relationships share Christ with people simply by doing life together.
Comfort food
Video equipment and technology are getting lots of use these days in church sanctuaries, staff homes and other places. However, there is one place, usually a hub of hospitality, not seeing any action these during this time: the church kitchen.
Who should I talk to?
We should be asking for help. We all have problems. In this sinful world not a one of us will escape the need for help. We confess it every Sunday in our churches.
The CARES Act opens options for making a difference during the current pandemic
Important benefits and prayerful considerations for people in a position to give charitable gifts this year
Finding our stewardship voice
The church has not been called to sit silently during these days of challenge. The church proclaims what it has always proclaimed: the Word of God.
Showing Christ’s love in times of ambiguous loss
We expect grief after a significant loss, but we can grieve any long-awaited and meaningful moments, from vacations to concerts.
The mission of the Church in dark and latter days
The fear of world wars, global pandemics, economic depression ... what does it all mean to the future of the mission of the church?
Set aside an offering ‘as God hath prospered’ you
What percentage of my income (including this stimulus check) should be directed to the Lord’s work in my congregation? How is the Lord calling me to be generous in this situation?