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October 24, 2023
Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 2
This lesson reminds participants that Jesus is always with them and that no matter what happens in our life or world, Jesus is with us even to the very end of the age. Even amid significant change or trials, the Lord is with us, and His love and divine care for us never falters or changes.
October 23, 2023
Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 3
This lesson reminds participants not to be overwhelmed with worry but have a spirit of hope because they are anchored in Christ. Even when weary and worn out, we can look to Jesus and His gifts to find strength, comfort, peace and great hope.
October 22, 2023
Anchored in Christ Curriculum Videos — Module 4
This lesson reminds participants to put their full trust in the Lord, recognizing that their certainty in the eternal joy to come enables confidence in Christ through any changes that come in this life. We can trust the Lord because He has never forsaken us and will never let us down.
October 21, 2023
Quick reference guide and resources in times of disaster
LCMS Disaster Response offers resources to help congregations and laypeople prepare for disasters and provide spiritual and physical care to those affected by a tragedy.
October 21, 2023
Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training and resources
LCMS congregations may host Lutheran Early Response Team training for individuals in their area to assist with disaster response, and resources are available to help those in need.
September 28, 2023
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – Fourth Quarter 2023 newsletter
The 'So Help Me God' newsletter discusses discipline, and why it is as important in the Christian life as it is in the military.
September 19, 2023
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - September 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
Lutherans are caring for Ukrainian refugees who have fled their country in search of safety amid the ongoing Russian invasion.
July 13, 2023
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - July 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
Lutherans serve both Christians and non-Christians, whether they are victims of Hurricane Ian in Fort Myers, Fla., or English-language learners in Belize.
June 29, 2023
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – Third Quarter 2023 newsletter
The 'So Help Me God' newsletter encourages us to remember the importance of having friends and being a friend.
May 1, 2023
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - May 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
Lutherans share Christ’s mercy with those in need, whether in rural Nebraska or Lima, Peru.
April 1, 2023
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – Second Quarter 2023 newsletter
The 'So Help Me God' newsletter issue discusses “lost souls” while reminding readers they can share with others the hope and transformation found in Christ.
March 8, 2023
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - March 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
“Our LCMS founders said much about pastors and congregations making special efforts to care for people in need. That specific mercy ministry may look different today, but the Scriptures still call us to that concern,” LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison writes in this issue.
January 5, 2023
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - January 2023 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
Since Christ showed mercy to us, we show mercy to others — from Illinois to Cambodia to Germany. Read more in the January 2023 issue.
January 3, 2023
LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces – First Quarter 2023 newsletter
The LCMS Ministry to the Armed Forces newsletter encourages readers to reflect on love, especially the true love that is Jesus and His redemptive act on the cross.
November 17, 2022
Video: 2022 Disaster Response Conference presentations
Under the theme “Day by Day We Magnify Thee: LERT in the Life of the Church,” The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod hosted a Disaster Response Conference on Sept. 28-30, 2022, at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, Ind.
November 4, 2022
LCMS World Relief and Human Care - November 2022 ‘Sharing’ newsletter
From Kenya to Florida, Lutherans are active in serving their neighbors. Read more in the November 2022 issue.