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Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training and resources

LCMS congregations may host Lutheran Early Response Team training for individuals in their area to assist with disaster response, and resources are available to help those in need.

LCMS Stewardship Ministry – November 2023 bulletin blurbs and newsletter article

Stewardship Ministry creates bulletin blurbs and newsletter articles each month for congregations to use in church publications.

Life Together with President Harrison – October 2023

This edition features a video from Wittenberg, Germany. A new crucifix hangs in the LCMS International Center chapel and other notable articles, events and KFUO podcasts.

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.

One day with an English Bible Camp volunteer

A team from Redeemer Lutheran Church in Gorham, Maine, shared the Gospel with children at the mission congregation of Havířov in the Czech Republic.

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.

The real purpose and real impact of short-term mission

If you're on the fence about serving a short-term mission with the LCMS, I'd encourage you to try it. It was rewarding for me in ways I didn’t expect.