The following information explains the process of applying for ecclesiastical endorsement and being called as a Specialized Care worker, and a code of ethics has been established for endorsed Specialized Care workers.
The manual provides a comprehensive framework for obtaining and maintaining the necessary levels of theological and ministerial competence to bring Word and Sacrament-centered care beyond the traditional congregational setting.
This season highlights tools for congregations including Every One His Witness (evangelism), Connect to Disciple (outreach), Shepherding Our Strays (ministry to inactive members), Serving in God’s Mission (strategic planning) and much more!
Season 8 of the podcast Friends for Life takes up the important topic of foster care and the vital role of foster families.
Advertise your congregation’s service schedule with free, customizable resources and invite community members to worship.
An in-depth, 8-week Bible study to introduce stewardship to a congregation.
Printable giving pew cards for parishioners who give offerings electronically.
Here is a collection of stewardship podcasts recorded in cooperation with our friends at Issues, Etc.
Transform your congregation from financial chaos to faithful stewardship with our book and planning guide.
In this season, we talk about human trafficking and how the church can help survivors of trafficking.
This season of “Friends for Life” talks about Christians and their interactions with the civil realm, or government.
This resource offers guidance and spiritual support for individuals, caregivers and others who are navigating various mental health challenges.
Join us for a special season on mental health and why the church cares about it.
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.
