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One day, four languages

Lydia Steinhaus describes mission work in the Czech Republic and reflects on our God who calls people from all nations to follow Him.

Life Together with President Harrison – February 2023

This edition includes photos and stories from recent LCMS Disaster Response efforts, 2023 national convention information and a story about a pastor who is caring for his wife as she suffers from Alzheimer's disease.

Podcast: 2022 LCMS Youth Gathering Sessions

Youth and adult sessions recorded at the 2022 LCMS Youth Gathering in Houston, Texas.

Podcast: End Goals — LCMS Youth Ministry 

LCMS Youth Ministry Staff discuss practices for healthy youth ministry and interview practitioners who provide insight for experienced and new youth leaders.

CTCR statement on ‘Luther’s Large Catechism with Annotations and Contemporary Applications’

The CTCR forthrightly asserts that this volume does not change, question or supplant any doctrinal position of the LCMS, including any Synod teaching on contemporary cultural issues such as race or sexuality.

CTCR report – ‘A Snapshot of Trending Tools: Christians and Social Media’

The CTCR considers the use of social media and its impact on life and faith according to seven categories: community, trust, knowledge, influence, identity, temptation and vocation.

LCMS Worship — February-March 2023 resources

This edition includes Lent resources, prayers, lectionary summaries, and 2022–23 Church Year calendars.

LCMS Worship – Children’s coloring book for Easter Vigil

These coloring pages will engage your child in the service both physically and visually. Download and print the entire coloring book as a PDF, or each coloring page is also available as a separate PDF.

Life Together as Synod — Module 10 — District Presidents and the Council of Presidents

In this video, the Rev. Justin A. Panzer, president of the LCMS Kansas District, explains the duties of a district president, which include serving as a representative of the Synod president in that place.

LCMS Stewardship Ministry – March 2023 bulletin blurbs and newsletter article

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

LCMS Rural & Small Town Mission – February 2023 newsletter

The LCMS Rural & Small Town Mission newsletter reminds us to be at peace and wait for the Lord.

‘Free to be Faithful’ – Winter 2023 newsletter

Read about recent lawsuits regarding free speech, the Respect for Marriage Act, parental rights and more.

LCMS Stewardship Ministry – January 2023 newsletter

LCMS Stewardship Ministry reflects on the new year and how stewards can set godly “resolutions” — in a spirit of repentance and faith.

Podcast: 5 Minutes with a Missionary

It’s a window into missionary life. As our missionaries talk about their experiences, savor the uniqueness of the places in which God has called them to serve — while finding common ground with their role and service.

God turns obstacles into opportunities

Denise Lewis served in Słupsk, Poland, with a team from her congregation, Resurrection Lutheran Church and School, in Newport News, Va., in July 2022. She shared a reflection on her volunteer service.