Shared Weakness by Rev. Elden Kohn

Church worker care begins from a place of shared weakness. It begins as we are found vulnerable together in Christ. Paul expressed this shared need to the Corinthians: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts...
Embracing Stewardship by Rev. Gene Wyssmann

Whether it’s a big church or a small church, a rural or city church, it appears there is a genuine reluctance to address stewardship. This hesitancy can be found both in pastors and laity. It seems there is a pattern across many of our congregations. There is an aspect of...
Helping Families Navigate the Culture of Busyness

There’s still time to register for Tell the Next Generation: A Family Ministry Conference on March 9, in St. Charles. Jolene Siebarth, DCE at Immanuel Lutheran Church, has been working with families and youth for almost 20 years. In that time, much has changed, but much has also stayed the...
Celebrating Black History Month

Lutheran schools are vibrant, diverse learning communities thriving in a Christ-centered environment where Christ’s love and mercy abounds. During the month of February, LCMS schools throughout the Missouri District are celebrating in our diversity and commonality as they celebrate Black History Month. During this time of celebration Lutheran schools are...