Through the Minnesota Alliance for Ethical Healthcare, LCMS congregations now have an opportunity to take a stand for life by becoming Faith Community Partners. This coalition stands opposed to physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. It is also dedicated to improving palliative care in Minnesota.
Read MoreAll around us, we hear that pictures are more powerful than words. Yet so many of us have been deeply wounded by words—and deeply healed by them, too. Scripture tells us that words are incredibly powerful. And the Word—Jesus Christ—is most powerful. Let us always speak of His Words of love and forgiveness.
Read MoreFor months, even years now, it has been clear that American culture is in a state of flux. Is there enough common ground among the various societal factions to allow for the kind of civil conversation required to restore harmony and stability?
Read MoreIn Genesis, God establishes relationships—because it is not good for us to be alone. Yet many Christians feel increasingly alone, whether because they’re single or surrounded by people who they feel don’t see their true self. Christ sets the example for Christian friendships.
Read MoreThe winter 2020 issue of Engaged in Mission magazine is available! In this issue, you’ll find stories that take a closer look at the amazing things that God has been doing through District-supported missionaries and missions in 2020. Despite a global pandemic creating new ministry challenges almost daily, each missionary and mission has continued to preach the Gospel of Christ crucified in their unique context.
Read MoreThe Psalmists encourage us to give thanks for the Lord is good and His love endures forever. But how do we understand His goodness in the midst of turmoil, uncertainty, and great sadness? His steadfastness is at the core of His goodness, and exhibited plainly in Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection.
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