Podcast Network - Our Partner Shows

The Michigan District Podcast Network is composed of shows produced by the Michigan District, along with a curated collection of podcasts from fellow members, pastors, and church workers, covering topics relevant to the church and our theology.

RINGSIDE PREACHERS:

THE SECRET PAIN OF MISCARRIAGE

Miscarriage is a deeply painful loss that often goes unspoken. In this episode of Ringside Preachers, the hosts discuss how pastors and congregations can compassionately minister to couples experiencing miscarriage, offering Christian comfort and hope in the midst of grief. The conversation also tackles a practical question for pastors: How long should a sermon be?

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Prayer Requests

The family and friends of Rev. Robert Cordes (Emeritus, served as a chaplain in Grand Rapids from 1976-1999), who died on September 26 ... The family and friends of Richard Mohlenhoff (Commissioned Emeritus), who died on September 22 ... John Nutzmann (Michigan District Board of Directors), who is recuperating after a heart attack ... We are praying for this week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Faith, Whitehall; Our Savior, Grand Rapids; St. Paul, Battle Creek; Trinity, Buchanan; St. Paul's, Centreville.

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District News

30 DAYS OF PRAYER

Throughout 2027, the Michigan District, LCMS will focus on prayer. A 30-day prayer guide was created in preparation for the 2027 Ministry Summit in February, but it can be used at any time, as there are no dates. To request your downloadable guide, click here.

NEXT GENERATION PASTORS RETREAT DEADLINE APPROACHING

November 2-3 | Grand Rapids

Next Gen Pastors! Please note the deadline to register for the upcoming retreat is this Wednesday, October 14 at 5 p.m. Click here to register.

THE KATIE - SAVE THE DATE

April 16-18, 2027 | Bay City

Pastors' wives and widows, as well as vicars' and deacons' wives: save the date and plan to join us next year for The Katie. See you in Bay City!

More information on our upcoming events can be found here.

FAITH ONLINE ACADEMY

October 27 | Zoom presentation

You are invited to a special presentation introducing the South Wisconsin District’s Living Faith Online Academy—an academically excellent, Christ-centered learning program for homeschool families and Lutheran school classrooms. Tuesday, October 27, 5 p.m. Eastern Time Zoom link >

ROSTER CHANGES

For the latest commissioned roster changes, click here.

Other News and Events

ENCOURAGED AND EQUIPPED

November 21 | Toledo

Pastors, church workers, lay leaders, and all parishioners are invited to participate in the presentations and conversations that will examine a shared vision for cultivating a culture of care for congregational well-being and health. There is no cost to attend this event sponsored by the LCMS Office of National Mission. For more information or to register, click here.

Additional seasonal events from congregations, schools, and organizations can be found here.