Encourage
The Power of the Growing Seed
October 30, 2024 Posted By: MissouriDistrict News Encourage"And he said, 'The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground. He sleeps and rises night and day, and the seed sprouts and grows; he knows not how. The earth produces by itself, first the blade, then the ear, then the full grain in...
Rev. Gregory K. Smith Obituary
October 29, 2024 Posted By: MissouriDistrict NewsRev. 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,...
LERT Hurricane Relief in Florida and Georgia
October 29, 2024 Posted By: MissouriDistrict NewsHurricanes 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.
Recklessly Sowing the Seed
October 23, 2024 Posted By: MissouriDistrict News Encourage“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...