LCMS Stewardship Ministry – August 2024 bulletin blurbs and newsletter article
Stewardship Ministry creates bulletin blurbs and newsletter articles each month for congregations to use in church publications.
CTCR Library — LCMS Task Force Updates
Established out of convention resolutions, LCMS task force report topics include abortion, life issues, licensed lay deacons, homosexual clergy in the ELCA, and ministering to homosexuals and their families.
عیسی برای تو — Farsi
چگونه انسان پارسا شمرده می‌شود؟ عیسی مسیح کیست، و چرا مسیحیان حدود ۲۰۰۰ سال بعد هنوز از تعالیم او پیروی می‌کنند؟ مجموعه ویدیویی «عیسی برای تو» قرار است به برخی از این سؤالات اساسی در مورد مسیحیت پاسخ دهد - همه از منظری کاملاً لوتری. این ویدئوها موضوعاتی را پوشش می‌دهند که برای ایمان مسیحی اساسی هستند، مانند کفاره، غسل تعمید مقدس و عشای ربانی، به گونه‌ای که با گویندگانی از زبان‌های دیگر طنین‌انداز می‌شود. از شما دعوت می‌کنیم این ویدیوها را با افرادی که علاقه مند به کسب اطلاعات بیشتر می‌باشند به اشتراک بگذارید.
“Jesús Para Ti” Serie de Videos — Español
La serie de videos “Jesús para ti” pretende responder algunas de estas preguntas básicas sobre el cristianismo, todo desde una perspectiva claramente luterana.
CTCR Library — LCMS Doctrinal Statements
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations has archived three historic yet timeless documents: C.F.W. Walther’s "Theses on the Ministry," a "Brief Statement of the Doctrinal Position of the Missouri Synod," and "A Statement of Scriptural and Confessional Principles."
CTCR Library — Bible Studies and Discussion Guides
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations has compiled Bible study materials and presentation slides for pastors to use in guiding congregations through God’s Word while examining various church and societal matters.
CTCR Library — Means of Grace (Sacraments): Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of confession and absolution, Holy Baptism, admission to the Lord's Supper, and guidelines for congregational communion statements.
CTCR Library — Creation and New Creation: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of creation in a Biblical perspective, caring for God's living earth, the natural knowledge of God in Christian confession and witness, and the end times.
CTCR Library — Church and Ministry: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses topics such as the Divine Call, the royal priesthood, church discipline, and privileged communications in a pastor-penitent relationship.
Life Together with President Harrison – June 2024
This edition features a video “short” about Luther’s ‘A Simple Way to Pray,’ an article on disaster response efforts after Midwestern tornadoes, a story about the LCMS using donations to provide tangible acts of mercy, KFUO Radio programs, and other resources.
CTCR Library — Christian Faith, Life and Witness: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of Christians and social media, the mission of the church, evangelism, church growth, and church workers participating in civic events.
‘God’s Mission Here’ Newsletter — June-July 2024
This edition shares information about an apologetics curriculum for teens and adults, the Synod's directory of Recognized Service Organizations, and a new accountability campaign that shares stories of how donations to LCMS World Relief and Human Care have been used to provide tangible acts of mercy to people all around the world.
LCMS Worship — June-July 2024 resources
This edition includes worship institute information, Prayers of the Church, stewardship resources, lectionary summaries and Church Year calendars.
CTCR Library — Religious Organizations, Movements, and Lodges
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations provides evaluations of world religions, religious organizations, movements, and fraternal organizations and lodges.
CTCR Library — Social Issues and Citizenship
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod's Commission on Theology and Church Relations has issued reports, opinions, and Bible studies on the Lutheran view of church and state, racism, immigration, gambling, capital punishment, and the care of creation.