Recent posts

CTCR Library — Minority Opinions

The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations shares minority opinions from members on CTCR reports about racism, civic event participation, lay teachers of theology, and the Divine Call.

CTCR Library — Responses to Expressions of Dissent

The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations responds to dissent from Synod members on topics including lay ministers, women's ordination, and participation in civic events.

CTCR Library — Staff Responses

The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations provides staff responses to CTCR reports on topics including racism, homosexuality, and the service of women in the church.

CTCR Library — Statements from Other Church Bodies and Entities

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Commission on Theology and Church Relations shares statements from other churches on topics including Scripture, cremation, and homosexuality.

CTCR Library — Responses to Reports, Actions, and Statements by Ecumenical Organizations

In collaboration with Concordia Theological Seminary and Concordia Seminary, the LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations responds to actions and declarations by ecumenical organizations.

Sing a David — Psalm sheets for study, devotion and prayer

These resources are great for choir rehearsals, Bible study starters, and bulletin inserts. Above all, we recommend using them for your personal devotional use.

LCMS World Relief and Human Care – July 2024 ‘Sharing’ newsletter

An outpouring of gifts to LCMS World Relief and Human Care have helped provide for people in crisis, both in the United States and in Venezuela.

‘Restoring Hope: Care for Mental Health’ — Spiritual Care Companion

This resource offer guidance and spiritual support for individuals, caregivers and others who are navigating various mental health challenges.

LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – Third Quarter 2024 newsletter

The 'So Help Me God' newsletter takes up two big questions: Who am I? Why am I here?

Missionary Prayer Cards

Downloadable prayer cards are easy-to-print documents with background information, prayer requests, and giving information for missionary families and individuals serving the Lord through The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.

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.

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.

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.

‘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.