PALS Study Topics — ‘Pastor: Apt to Teach’
This PALS course will address what makes a pastor’s teaching “effective.”
Video: 2023 Disaster Response Conference presentations
Under the theme “Walking Together in Disaster Response,” The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod hosted a Disaster Response Conference on Sept. 6-8, 2023, at The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod International Center in St. Louis.
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.
‘Set Apart to Serve’ Town Hall — Resource launch
The Set Apart to Serve town hall held on Sept. 27, was recorded and is available for those who were unable to join the live event.
CADDS Info Video (before using CADDS)
Congregational Assessment of Development/Decline Status (CADDS). This video provides a brief overview of CADDS.
re:Vitality Overview Video (more detailed)
This video goes into the details of the re:Vitality suite of resources helpful for congregational leaders making decisions about its use.
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.
Video: 2022 Disaster Response Conference presentations
Under the theme “Day by Day We Magnify Thee: LERT in the Life of the Church,” The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod hosted a Disaster Response Conference on Sept. 28-30, 2022, at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind.
‘Life Together as Synod’ — Module 9 — Districts of the Synod
In this video, LCMS Third Vice-President Rev. Dr. Scott Murray explains what districts are and how they serve as “Synod in that place.”
‘Life Together as Synod’ — Module 8 — The Office of Pastoral Education
LCMS Office of Pastoral Education Executive Director Rev. Dr. James Baneck describes the work of raising up future pastors and supporting those who are currently serving.
‘Life Together as Synod’ — Module 7 — Relationships in the Missouri Synod
LCMS Minnesota North District President Rev. Dr. Donald Fondow explains how congregations join together in circuits, districts and the Synod to promote the unity of the faith and carry out their mission and ministry.