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A CHRISTIAN STUDY CENTER FOR MSU

The Christian Study Center for MSU is an exciting and new form of campus ministry for the Michigan State University community. Following in the legacy of thinkers like C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, and Tim Keller, this study center serves as a bridge between the academy and the Christian faith.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE BLACK MINISTRY FAMILY CONVOCATION

Under the theme “Empowering and Advancing the Next Generation,” the Black Ministry Family Convocation will take place July 7–10, 2027 at the Embassy Suites, Concord Mills in Concord, North Carolina. The convocation marks the 150th anniversary of Black Ministry in the LCMS.

Prayer Requests

Karyn Donal-Fisher (St. John's, New Boston), upon the death of her father on October 14 ... The family and friends of Elizabeth Frederick, who passed away on October 18; she was preceded in death by her husbands, Rev. Parke Frederick and Mr. Newton Bates … We are praying for this week's congregations, schools, and ministries: St. Paul, Kincheloe; Immanuel, Rogers City; St. John, West Branch; St. Paul, Stanford; Our Savior, Marlette.

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District News

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATORS WORKSHOP

November 14 | Westland

This workshop equips new and experienced church and school treasurers, business managers, and financial staff with practical guidance on payroll, contribution receipting, sales tax, and other financial responsibilities. There is no cost to attend. For more information or to register, click here. Deadline to register is November 5.

More information on our upcoming events can be found here.

Podcast Network Partners

THE NEXT STEP PODCAST:

NOTICING YOUR NON-JUDGMENTAL NOTICING

What does it look like to notice our emotions and respond to others with grace? Pastor Sam Fink shares his experiences with Disciple Like You Mean It and explores the practice of Non-Judgmental Noticing. Through personal stories and practical examples, discover how this approach can strengthen relationships, deepen your walk with Jesus, and help you navigate family gatherings and conversations during the upcoming Holiday season.

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ROSTER CHANGES

For the latest commissioned roster changes, click here.

Other News and Events

WHITE AS SNOW WOMEN'S CONFERENCE

January 23, 2027 | Frankenmuth

Grammy-Award-winning artist Rebecca St. James to keynote the fifth annual White as Snow Women’s Conference on Saturday, January 23, 2027 at the St. Lorenz Lutheran Church Worship and Event Center in Frankenmuth. Join us for a powerful day filled with praise and worship, keynote, and numerous breakout sessions. Register here before the conference is sold out!

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

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TAPERS FOR CANDLES

Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Birmingham has 11 boxes (10 of one kind and 1 of another) of wax lighting tapers used for candles, free to anyone who can use them. If interested, please contact Ronda Lee at 248.644.4010 or office@redeemerbirmingham.org.