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January 7, 2019
Tired of waving goodbye – one of the greatest joys and struggles of church work life
Most church workers have family and friends scattered through the country. This reality contains many blessings, but honest struggle as well.
October 19, 2018
Hurricane Michael strikes LCMS congregations in Florida
After Hurricane Michael made landfall in Florida on Oct. 10, LCMS World Relief and Human Care Disaster Response is partnering with the LCMS Southern and Florida–Georgia districts to provide long-term relief.
December 12, 2018
Caring for people through quilting
The TLC Quilters at Trinity Lutheran Church in Algona, Iowa, are serving their community in small but powerful ways.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — Christian Faith, Life and Witness: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of Christians and social media, the mission of the church, evangelism, church growth, and church workers participating in civic events.
June 18, 2024
Life Together with President Harrison – June 2024
This edition features a video “short” about Luther’s ‘A Simple Way to Pray,’ an article on disaster response efforts after Midwestern tornadoes, a story about the LCMS using donations to provide tangible acts of mercy, KFUO Radio programs, and other resources.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — Church and Ministry: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses topics such as the Divine Call, the royal priesthood, church discipline, and privileged communications in a pastor-penitent relationship.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — Creation and New Creation: Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of creation in a Biblical perspective, caring for God's living earth, the natural knowledge of God in Christian confession and witness, and the end times.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — Means of Grace (Sacraments): Lutheran Doctrine and Practice
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations addresses the topics of confession and absolution, Holy Baptism, admission to the Lord's Supper, and guidelines for congregational communion statements.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — Bible Studies and Discussion Guides
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations has compiled Bible study materials and presentation slides for pastors to use in guiding congregations through God’s Word while examining various church and societal matters.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — LCMS Doctrinal Statements
The LCMS Commission on Theology and Church Relations has archived three historic yet timeless documents: C.F.W. Walther’s "Theses on the Ministry," a "Brief Statement of the Doctrinal Position of the Missouri Synod," and "A Statement of Scriptural and Confessional Principles."
June 21, 2024
“Jesús Para Ti” Serie de Videos — Español
La serie de videos “Jesús para ti” pretende responder algunas de estas preguntas básicas sobre el cristianismo, todo desde una perspectiva claramente luterana.
June 21, 2024
عیسی برای تو — Farsi
چگونه انسان پارسا شمرده میشود؟ عیسی مسیح کیست، و چرا مسیحیان حدود ۲۰۰۰ سال بعد هنوز از تعالیم او پیروی میکنند؟ مجموعه ویدیویی «عیسی برای تو» قرار است به برخی از این سؤالات اساسی در مورد مسیحیت پاسخ دهد - همه از منظری کاملاً لوتری. این ویدئوها موضوعاتی را پوشش میدهند که برای ایمان مسیحی اساسی هستند، مانند کفاره، غسل تعمید مقدس و عشای ربانی، به گونهای که با گویندگانی از زبانهای دیگر طنینانداز میشود. از شما دعوت میکنیم این ویدیوها را با افرادی که علاقه مند به کسب اطلاعات بیشتر میباشند به اشتراک بگذارید.
July 15, 2024
CTCR Library — LCMS Task Force Updates
Established out of convention resolutions, LCMS task force report topics include abortion, life issues, licensed lay deacons, homosexual clergy in the ELCA, and ministering to homosexuals and their families.
July 12, 2024
Sing a David — Psalm sheets for study, devotion and prayer
These resources are great for choir rehearsals, Bible study starters, and bulletin inserts. Above all, we recommend using them for your personal devotional use.
July 1, 2024
‘Restoring Hope: Care for Mental Health’ — Spiritual Care Companion
This resource offer guidance and spiritual support for individuals, caregivers and others who are navigating various mental health challenges.
July 11, 2024
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - July 2024 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
An outpouring of gifts to LCMS World Relief and Human Care have helped provide for people in crisis, both in the United States and in Venezuela.