‘Our Beloved Synod’
‘Throughout our Synod’s history, we have sought to carry out the mission God has given us . . .’
The Magazine
Working in Partnership to Assist Haitians
by Kim Plummer Krull Many Lutheran partners are working cooperatively with LCMS World Relief and Human Care (LCMS WR-HC), LCMS World Mission, and the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Haiti on the earthquake response in Haiti. They include but are not limited to the following: MISSION: Haiti, operating through the LCMS Florida-Georgia District (www.flga-lcms.org). Orphan Grain
Being Prepared, Lending a Hand
by Kim Plummer Krull The Haiti earthquake makes us think about how we can help suffering survivors and also about how we can prepare if a disaster hits close to home. Disaster preparation: LCMS World Relief and Human Care offers two disaster preparedness resources for families and congregations: Preparing to Meet the Challenge, a free,
Living the Great Commission
To help an urban congregation minister to its community, a district turns to one of the greatest strengths of our Synod——its system of Christian education.
When ‘Wanting to Do the Right Thing’ Might Get You in Trouble
Haiti, Volunteerism, and a Desire to Help Commentary by Albert B. Collver III and Daniel Mattson The earthquake in Haiti has shaken the entire world and refocused attention on the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere, if not the world. People from around the globe have poured out help to this island nation. In particular,
Hope in Haiti: One Moment, One Person at a Time
The LCMS has moved beyond the early emergency stage into the next steps of disaster response that, we pray, will share hope in Haiti long after it disappears from newscasts.
Receiving Consolation
An online search leads to an encounter with a Lutheran pastor and an opportunity to find forgiveness, comfort, and release.
Luther and Private Confession
Balm for consciences afflicted by sin
2010 March for Life: A Reflection
Human life, no matter what stage of development and no matter what condition it’s in, is precious because of God’s creative work and Christ’s redemptive act.
My Lesson from Kindergarten
I can do all things through Him who strengthens me. –Phil. 4:13 ESV
Engaging the world around us
While I normally read most of The Lutheran Witness each month, the January issue was especially revealing of the rich treasures with which our Lord has entrusted this church body. From the familiar voice of Rev. Mueller, my own district president, to the review of something I heard in person last year (when Dr. Newton
To pay or not to pay
I appreciated the January article by Karen Kogler on the treatment of volunteers. However, I believe there are times when the church should be willing to pay for work that is done. Many decades ago, when I was a college music major, I was asked to direct the student choir at my church. It was