English District of
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
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Living Our Baptized Life in Christ
Galatians 2:20
| | Installation of Synodical Officers | | | |
The installation service of the synodical officers recently took place at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO. In attendance were Bishop Jeff Miskus and Bishop Emeritus Jamison Hardy.
| | Midwest Regional Conference | | | The Midwest Regional Conference took place at Concordia University, Chicago. Speakers included Bishop Jeff Miskus, Assistant to the Bishop Rev. Derek Mathers, Rev. Dr. Charles Schulz, Rev. Dr. Mark Seifrid, and Rev. Dr. Mark Birkholz. | | Click here for this week's Lifeline message on "Saint Michael & All Angels 2026" in pdf. We encourage congregations to download, reproduce, and share this message with your members. | | |
The Commission on Theology and Church Relations report, Abortion - A Continuing Crisis, An Update to Abortion in Perspective (1984) - 2026, may be downloaded here.
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Jesus says, as recorded in John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, nor let them be afraid.”
The above passage begs the question: what manner of peace does the world give? Any news from the United Nations meetings this week is about settling wars, or preventing new ones, or recent ones from getting worse. The Weather Channel speaks of wildfires, flash floods, and the impending threat of more storms that damage material goods and personal safety. And if that is not enough, what is the answer the world gives for broken relationships and guilty consciences?
Our world needs something beyond itself; it needs Jesus, as we do. The entire point in supporting any mission effort is to grasp this fact and fill it with Jesus, the living Word, and His presence in His sacraments, in places where the truth and peace of the gospel are not readily found. Mission 1-1-1 does not exist apart from this purpose. If you need more information or content to start or assist in your church’s Mission 1-1-1 campaign, please connect to the District website through the link above.
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:7
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In this space, each week we will continue to provide Scripture and messaging that can be used so that this campaign is saturated in the Word, and surrounded with communication that can be re-purposed into chapel talks, posters, postings, short lessons, and bulletin inserts. The Mission Action Team prays that you will partner with us in this vital Kingdom work.
Photo credit: Trinity Lutheran Church, Villa Park, IL
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When we first arrived in Germany, we knew we were stepping into a new chapter. New places, people, language, responsibilities, and rhythm of life. But it didn’t take long to realize that we were not actually beginning something new! We were stepping into something that had already been underway for a long time...
Read the Teeples' August 2026 newsletter here.
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We pray for all, especially our youth who struggle with mental illness and the pressures of our society.
District daily prayers for October 2026 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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Grace, Redford, MI
The congregation of Grace Lutheran Church was excited to hold its first Christian Education Sunday in over 5 years! A children’s sermon was led by “Miss Bonnie” to over 12 children. In addition, Pastor Tim Halboth presented Bibles to brother and sister Liam and Faye for their faithful Sunday School attendance and service in Sunday worship. We pray for God's continued blessing on this congregation as they raise up the next generation.
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Amendment would allow alternate means of calling district conventions
Member congregations of the Synod are being asked to vote by March 15, 2027, on the ratification of an amendment to the Synod’s Constitution, Article XII 15. The amendment would allow alternate means, in cases of urgent necessity, for district conventions to be called by circuit forums or by district vice-presidents and circuit visitors, without the consent of the district president.
Further information, including the proposed amendment, is available here.
| | 2027 LCMS Life Conference | | | |
Apply to be a presenter
On February 26–27, the 2027 LCMS Life Conference will take place online, offering presentations to strengthen and support Lutherans in their witness and care for the sanctity of human life at all ages. Is there a specific life topic about which you are equipped and excited to teach? Life Ministry is currently seeking presentations for the conference, with a focus on:
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Advocacy for the sanctity of human life and God’s design for marriage and the family;
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Teaching God’s Word to people of all ages so that they learn the truth about life, health, and family; and
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Sharing Christ’s love and mercy, with a focus on life, health and the family.
Presentations will be prerecorded for the conference and should last about 30 minutes. Submit presentation proposals no later than October 15,
| | Concordia Seminary, St. Louis | | | |
Concordia Seminary, St. Louis is seeking a Director of Evangelism Formation - Assistant Director of Vicarage and Internships. The successful candidate should have significant experience in some area of evangelistic outreach and should have a terminal degree or plans to complete a terminal degree.
The candidate must be an ordained pastor of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod or a partner church body and must have served in a congregational setting for at least five years. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit Careers - Concordia Seminary for information about the position and to register interest and submit a CV.
| | Contact John Hoover, LCEF District Vice President, by email or phone 314-276-3370 for more information. | | Lutheran Federal Credit Union | | | For more information, please contact our Operations Department at 314-394-2790. | | |
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