Congregations Archives

Advent and Christmas media kit — Rejoice: The Lord is at Hand

Advertise your congregation’s service schedule with free, customizable resources and invite community members to worship and "Rejoice."

‘Spiritual Care Companion For Times Of Disaster’ booklet

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

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.

‘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.

‘Sacred Melodies: Hymn-Inspired Devotions’ — Spiritual Care Companion

These devotions were crafted to give you encouragement and assurance, based upon the Word of God. No matter what your circumstances may be, you are loved by Christ.

Lent, Holy Week and Easter media kit — We Preach Christ Crucified

Advertise your Lent and Easter services by using these free, customizable resources.

Podcast: God’s Mission Here

God’s Mission Here spotlights the work that God is doing through His people… and this work is closer to home than you might expect!

Anchored in Christ Curriculum

LCMS Disaster Response has developed Bible study resources under the title Anchored in Christ to offer hope, comfort and peace in Christ to a congregation and its surrounding community during a time of crisis.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 1

This lesson reminds participants that the Lord has never forgotten and will never forget His children whom He dearly loves and calls to be His own through Holy Baptism. His goodness, mercy and love remain changeless despite the changes and the chaos in our sin-filled world.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 2

This lesson reminds participants that Jesus is always with them and that no matter what happens in our life or world, Jesus is with us even to the very end of the age. Even amid significant change or trials, the Lord is with us, and His love and divine care for us never falters or changes.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 3

This lesson reminds participants not to be overwhelmed with worry but have a spirit of hope because they are anchored in Christ. Even when weary and worn out, we can look to Jesus and His gifts to find strength, comfort, peace and great hope.

Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 4

This lesson reminds participants to put their full trust in the Lord, recognizing that their certainty in the eternal joy to come enables confidence in Christ through any changes that come in this life. We can trust the Lord because He has never forsaken us and will never let us down.