English District of
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
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God in All Things - Without Borders | |
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Rev. Dr. Jamison J. Hardy was installed as the President of Concordia University System by Synod President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison at the LCMS International Center during morning chapel on July 23, 2024.
Click here to watch a recording of the chapel service.
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Ordination and Installation | | |
Rev. Owen Duncan was ordained into the office of pastoral ministry and installed as an Associate Pastor of Faith, Naples, FL. Bishop Jamison Hardy officiated the service. | |
Students from as far away as Romania and Puerto Rico attended the recent Deaconess studies held at the Fort Wayne seminary. Deaconesses serve in many capacities, serving critical roles within the parish and among our church body assisting pastors and the laity in sharing God’s word and mercy to all who need to hear it. We pray for continued blessings on these women in their studies and in their demonstrated commitment to our Lord. | |
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The Lutheran Church—Canada and The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod issued a Joint Statement containing the results of the Annual Koinonia Event this past June in Niagara Falls. English District President and Bishop Rev. Jeff Miskus shared the news with these words: "We give thanks to God for the work He has done through these meetings. Another meeting is planned for next year. Please keep these meetings in your prayers."
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Evangelism Team Newsletter | | |
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The July/August evangelism newsletter titled “Christmas and Easter Outreach – Part Two” is now available on our website.
The newsletter is full of ideas on how to share the Good News of our Lord and Savior. Ideas include Advent and Lenten devotional books, Easter egg Bible verse cards and even a recipe for Easter Resurrection Rolls that you'll want to try soon!
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Pennsylvania March For Life | | |
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SAVE THE DATE! Pro-life Lutherans will gather on Monday, September 23, 2024, for the 2024 PA March for Life. Join us for encouragement as we take a stand for mothers, fathers, and their children born and unborn. A full breakfast, free of charge, (graciously provided by a grant from the English District LCMS) will be served from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
For more information or to RSVP your attendance, email Pastor Christopher Seifferlein of Mount Calvary Lutheran in Lititz or call him at (920) 918-7200. Click here for event details.
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Think about quickly applying for a National Development Grant
The Office of National Mission has an opportunity for congregations to apply for a National Development Grant here.
These grant awards range from $1,000 to $20,000 and are awarded for new or expanded programs that:
- Vigorously make known the love of Christ by word and deed within our churches and communities
- Address one or more of the following questions:
- Does your project help plant, sustain or revitalize spiritually healthy, vibrant and distinctly Lutheran churches?
- Does your project support theological education?
- Does your project intentionally connect human care in close proximity to Word and Sacrament ministry?
- Does your project collaborate with Synod's members and other partners to enhance mission effectiveness?
- Does your project help nurture professional church workers to promote their spiritual, emotional and physical well-being?
- Does your project address the ministry needs of children and youth that will enable them to grow into healthy, spiritually grounded adults?
- Does your project enhance early childhood, elementary, or secondary Lutheran education or youth ministry?
- Does your project strengthen and support the Lutheran family in living out God’s design?
The application deadline is August 1, 2024. For questions about National Development Grants, email grants@lcms.org or call 888-THE-LCMS.
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We hold in prayer Pastor Craig Rendahl for a successful surgery and quick recovery period as well as a smooth transition to his new home in Fort Wayne.
District daily prayers for August 2024 are located on our website.
Your prayer concerns are important to the English District. If you have a prayer request you would like shared in this newsletter, email the district office.
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Lutheran Federal Credit Union | | |
For more information, please contact our Lending Department at 314-394-2790. | |
St. John's, Pembroke, ON
St. John's Lutheran Church had a great turnout for their VBS 2024 in which they got to "Celebrate the Savior!" We pray for continued blessings on the participants and leaders as they continue to celebrate the Savior and all He has done for us.
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Continuing Education Course | | | |
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Dr. Brian German from Concordia University Wisconsin will be teaching on “Luther and the Psalms” at Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mechanicsburg, PA, on August 5–7, 2024.
For more information, to download the brochure, or to register, click here or contact LeeAnna Rondot, the Continuing Education Administrative Assistant, at 260-452-2204 or CE@ctsfw.edu.
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Executive Director position
Ascension Lutheran Church and School in Tucson, Arizona is searching for an Executive Director to manage our administrative functions, campus facilities and support member programming. We are looking for a person of strong Christian character who demonstrates emotional health and spiritual maturity in personal relationships, exercises good judgment and has personal integrity. The ideal candidate is someone who has at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role in either a church or business environment. Interested parties may contact Lynn Farrell at L.Farrell@alcs-az.org or via cell at (860)306-1698.
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We want to see how YOUR congregation or school is showing the love of God to those in your community and around the world.
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