Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.  2 Timothy 4:2   “Be prepared!”  It is an exhortation heard from scoutmasters and apostles alike.  As if things were not challenging enough for pastors and church leaders in the midst of a...

I Paused. Leah Sieveking Assistant to the President: Mission Advancement It all arrived the same week back in April: the bleak first quarter report from my financial advisor, the high bid for an unexpected roof replacement…and the note to myself to make my quarterly contribution to my local congregation. I’d...

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. Romans 8:18 Fifty years ago, the sweet harmonies of The Temptations took on a rough edge as they sang, “Ball of Confusion, that’s what the world is today.” ...

Click to read as PDF or to print out:  June 2020 Voice This issue of The Voice focuses on ministry and missions related to those who serve in the Armed Forces. Missouri District mission grants support the important work of our congregations in Knob Noster and St. Robert. Also featured...