Alan Freeman has accepted a call to serve as Associate Director of School Ministry in the LCMS Office of National Mission.  Freeman will begin his work in the new role in January.  He has served as the Missouri District Director of Schools since 2016.  Before coming to the District office,...

Sometimes…Even Pastors Consider Quitting Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.  1 Corinthians 15:58 Sometimes it is the long and seemingly pointless meeting.  Sometimes it is the anonymous letter.  Sometimes it is...

Administrative Assistant to the District President The Missouri District is searching for an Administrative Assistant to the District President. The responsibilities include assisting the District President in his communication, scheduling, and also the support of the call process for pastors. Requirements for the position include strong computer skills (including Microsoft...

Remembering Saints and Friends Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalm 116:15 A faithful, veteran pastor once noted, “When you stay somewhere long enough, you stop burying members and start burying friends.”  As I get older, All Saints Day is a much more meaningful day...