A summary of the overtures submitted to the 2026 LCMS convention.

The LCMS and its convention will not be exactly what any of us think they should be. But they will be what God gives us to be, together.

Only a person who rests fully in Christ’s righteousness can serve his neighbor with delight, in the fullest sense of the word.

If you’ve been around as long as me, you’ll note we have enjoyed great, even dramatic improvement in the Synod’s life of doctrine and practice.

With a strong Lutheran identity, Lutheran schools are well poised to proclaim God’s Word to those who are outside the circle of faith.

In truth, the size of the congregation is no indication of God’s favor or disfavor.

Here is our advice for a positive, healthy transition between a former pastor and new pastor.

This issue is an opportunity to hear from those who serve you in the International Center about how we are completing the work you have given us to do.

The November issue of The Lutheran Witness provides an update on how the various offices at the IC are accomplishing the tasks set before them.

As demand for private education soars, LCMS churches of any size can consider serving their congregation with a “microschool.”

LCMS district education executives, school administrators and teachers shared the core challenges Lutheran schools face and potential solutions.

The fact that the LCMS is still here confessing the inerrant Scriptures is due in large part to our Lord’s mercy in preserving our schools.

Throughout their 180-year history, our LCMS schools have suffered the devil’s blatant attacks. Yet our Lord has graciously defended our schools.

Multi-congregation parishes can help congregations thrive in their work, refocus on what it means to be the church and remain in place with a lively presence of Word and Sacrament ministry.

Love is central to our confession and doctrine! I believe that confession with all my heart.