Rev. Gregory K. Smith Obituary

Rev. Gregory K. Smith February 8, 1949 – October 14, 2024   Faithful servant of the Lord, Rev. Greg Smith, went home to be with Jesus on October 14, 2024. He was born in Decatur, IL on February 8, 1949, to John William “Bill” and Lela Smith. He was a devoted husband,...

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LERT Hurricane Relief in Florida and Georgia

Hurricanes Helene and Milton have caused significant damage to churches, schools, and homes of members in the Southeastern and Florida-Georgia Districts. Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) trained volunteers are needed. Missouri District LERT Disaster Response Coordinator, Kris Schuldt, has deployed to North Carolina with other volunteers from across the country.

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Recklessly Sowing the Seed

“A sower went out to sow his seed. And as he sowed, some fell along the path and was trampled underfoot, and the birds of the air devoured it. And some fell on the rock, and as it grew up, it withered away, because it had no moisture.  And some fell among thorns, and...

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Doing the Word of God

“Everyone then who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Matthew 7:24 The Word of God does what it says, as we were reminded last week.  However, Christians who believe the Word of God are to...

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