A message from LCMS President Harrison

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In this Life Together Digest, the Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), gives Easter greetings from the LCMS and walks through the Gospel message of Easter.

Harrison also provides updates on the LCMS’ church planting initiative, including research and work with districts to begin planting Lutheran churches in places where there is a need.


The April 2024 edition includes:

  • Photos from the new St. Mary’s Lutheran Center in Romania;
  • A story about the Synod’s response to the Chilean wildfires;
  • An article on the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League (LWML) presenting three mission grants;
  • A column about how parents can help their children understand God’s gift of sexuality;
  • A feature story on preaching Christ crucified in modern-day Rome;
  • KFUO Radio programs on the Apology to the Augsburg Confession and LWML supporting church workers;
  • Additional resources, upcoming events, official notices and more.

Read April issue


Life Together News Digest

Life Together, a monthly email news digest from LCMS President Matthew C. Harrison, features highlights from Synod publications and multimedia outlets. There is something for pastors, church workers and laity.