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Statement from LCMS Life Ministry on the ‘Dobbs v. Jackson’ ruling
Life Ministry of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) applauds the action of the U.S. Supreme Court to correct the egregious and mortal error codified in Roe v. Wade. We now encourage each state government to follow suit by passing and administering laws that protect human life. The people of the LCMS will continue to pray for the government and all in authority, that we might all live peaceful and quiet lives (1 Tim. 2:1–2). We rejoice that the truth of…
34th Convention of the Florida-Georgia District ~ LCMS
On Thursday, June 21, 2022 at 7:27 pm, the 34th Convention of the Florida-Georgia District of the LCMS, was called to order. 101 pastoral delegates and 108 lay voters were present. Special thanks to Dennis Cerny our lay delegate, and Russell Couch alternate delegate for attending the convention representing Faith Lutheran. Elections Among the first order of business was the election of a new district president. On the ballot were: Rev. Dr. Victor Belton, Rev. Keith Lingsch, Rev. Dean Pfeffer,…
Pray together. Read together. Find hope together with Christ.
Find hope together with Christ.
Ushers needed!
As we continue rebuilding and re-engaging in our ministry and fellowship together, we’ve already added back Acolytes, Children’s Messages, Lectors, Choir, and handbells, and now we looking to add Usher teams back to our worship to collect the offerings and guest cards, and to usher for communion. We are looking to engage you in serving our Savior and one another. If you are able and willing to serve as an usher, talk with or email Vinny Caracci caracciv@aol.com or Glenn…
Best online – Concordia University Chicago (CUC), River Forest, Ill.
Concordia University Chicago (CUC), River Forest, Ill., was nationally recognized for its online degree programs by U.S. News & World Report, climbing to No. 26 in the Best Online Bachelor’s Program category. CUC also again made the lists for Best Online MBA Program, Best Online Graduate Education Program, Best Online Bachelor’s Program for Veterans and, in a new ranking this year, Best Online Bachelor’s in Business Program. “These new rankings show that our online degree programs are truly reaching the…
Invite someone to Easter!
You are invited to “Come and See!” ONLY six times in the ENTIRE BIBLE will you encounter the invitation to “come and see?” The first three are in the Old Testament. They are an invitation to see the works and glory of the Lord. Come and see the works of the LORD, the desolations he has brought on the earth. Psalm 46:8 (NIV) Come and see what God has done, how awesome his works in man’s behalf! Psalm 66:5 (NIV)…
A Prayer for Ukraine
A Prayer for Ukraine (the following is from Youversion.com, March 8, 2022) As the world watches the events unfolding in Ukraine, we want to remind our global Community of the power they have—the power of prayer.Prayer brings hope.Prayer unites.Prayer strengthens.Let’s join together and ask God to comfort, protect, and provide for the people of Ukraine. God,We need You—we always have.You are our source of strength, and You tell us to give You all our concerns.Bring protection and healing to the…
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Working with European churches to help Ukraine
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, The violence in Ukraine continues. Those in Ukraine and those fleeing to neighboring countries face great need. Our Office of International Mission — especially through our Eurasia region and the Rev. James Krikava, the Synod’s associate executive director of Eurasia and Asia Operations — is working with partner churches, missionaries and others in Europe to help care for those fleeing Ukraine. Krikava has been working with Bishop Serge Maschewski of the Evangelical Lutheran Church…
From the Florida District, President – Pray and give to the people of Ukraine!
My Brothers and Sisters in Christ, God’s Word calls us to action. “God has put the body together, giving greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it” (I Corinthians 12:24-26). The people of Ukraine are suffering. Some are running for their lives while others…
From Lutheran Hour Ministries – pray for the people living in Ukraine and throughout eastern Europe
As the situation continues to unfold in Ukraine, we ask you to lift up in prayer the people living throughout eastern Europe. Share Tweet Forward As a global organization, Lutheran Hour Ministries is committed to sharing the Good News of the Gospel around the world with all who need to hear it. This message is especially critical during a situation like we are witnessing in Ukraine. We know that God serves as a refuge during uncertain times,…