The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
The Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison is the 13th man to serve as president of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) since its founding in 1847.
In addition to President Harrison, six vice-presidents make up the LCMS Praesidium.
LCMS Council of Presidents unanimously affirms that Board of Directors and President’s office acted honorably and with integrity in the sale of Synod-owned properties in Hong Kong.
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Christians make up a much smaller percentage of the population than they did a generation or two ago. Learn the key factor behind the decline in LCMS membership.
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The Preach the Word program helps pastors improve their preaching through video modules and by interacting with seminary professors and fellow preachers.
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A portion of this “white paper” takes up the demographic issues of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. As we face challenges with the Word of God, we will continue to grow together in unity.
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LCMS Youth Ministry partnered with LCMS Research to conduct an unprecedented study of young adult retention in the LCMS and in the larger Christian Church.
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Life Together, a monthly email news digest from LCMS President Matthew C. Harrison, features highlights from Synod publications and multimedia outlets.
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