PUBLISHED BY THE MISSOURI DISTRICT OF THE LUTHERAN CHURCH—MISSOURI SYNOD September 23, 2016
Mission Mondays: ISM & CFNA - Partners in Mission
Taken from the August 2016 Edition of the CFNA Newsletter 
Written by Sharon Riordan, Director, ISM

St. Paul’s, Wildwood


Their journey begins outside of this country, thousands of miles from St. Louis. They come here with very little and have few connections. But, there are two groups determined to greet them with the love of Christ and Christian hospitality. International Student Ministry-St. Louis (ISM) and CFNA have similar goals. Each, though working with different groups of internationals, prays that the light of Christ shines through them as they reach out to those that are new to the United States. Read more . . .

 

Green Park Lutheran Students Honor First Responders

In remembrance of the 15th anniversary of 9/11, Green Park Lutheran School in south St. Louis County hosted a chapel service Sept. 14 honoring local first responders. Pastor Derek Paetow of Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Lemay led the service, centering his message around September's character trait: Kindness. Read more. . .

 

2016 Annual Report Is Here!
















CLICK HERE TO READ THE  DISTRICT'S ANNUAL REPORT


 

Search for Assistant to the President for Lutheran Church Extension Fund
The Missouri District has begun a process to search for a new Assistant to the President for Lutheran Church Extension Fund. What we are looking for is an individual with a strong business acumen coupled with a strong servant heart for the ministry of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. The staff member would work collaboratively with the Missouri District staff and with the national Lutheran Church Extension Fund offices. The person would assist congregations in the investment and loan process and promotion of LCEF services. There would be regular travel within the state of Missouri to meet with congregational staff and leaders regarding LCEF resources. This position is accountable to the President of the Missouri District. Those who are interested should contact Michelle Christ (michelle.christ@mo.lcms.org) to request a copy of the position description or to submit a resume and three references by September 30, 2016. 


 
Announcements/Other News



The second of five Missouri District E2 Conferences will be held this Saturday, September 24 from 8 am – noon at Immanuel Lutheran Church located at 632 East Highway N, Wentzville, MO 63385. The cost is $10 per registrant.

The purpose of the conference will be to encourage, equip and connect volunteers in our congregations through practical presentations, partnerships and networking.

If you have not had the chance to pre-register online, you still will be able to attend. You may walk-in the day of the conference and register/pay at the door.

Four additional conferences will be held over the next few weeks if you are not able to attend this Saturday’s conference. The dates and locations are listed below.

Click on the date/location below for more information and to register.

Locations:



Grace Place Wellness Church Worker Retreat
October 17-21, Big Cedar Lodge, Ridgedale MO

The Missouri District is partnering with Grace Place Wellness to host a retreat for active church workers. It will be held at Big Cedar Lodge on Oct. 17 – 21, 2016. The 5-day, 4-night retreat will be held at Big Cedar Lodge, a grand wilderness resort, reminiscent of lavish, turn-of-the-century Adirondack hunting lodges, but with all the modern conveniences. The only cost for the participants is a $250 registration fee and transportation to and from the retreat facility. Meals and lodging included. There are seven spots open so first come, first serve. CLICK HERE to register.


2016 Missouri District Pastors’ Conference
District Pastors will meet at Tan-Tar-A in Osage Beach on October 31 - November 1 for the Missouri District Pastors’ conference “God’s Gift of Marriage in Troubled Times.” CLICK HERE for more information and to register.


Lutheran Prayer Breakfast

The Missouri District is partnering with a number of Lutheran agencies to sponsor this year’s Lutheran Prayer Breakfast. The speaker this year will be Rev. Walt Wangerin Jr. The breakfast will be held October 12 from 7:00-9:00 a.m. at Orlando Events and Conference Center. Cost is $25 per person. Payment options include - send note including your name (and the names of any guests) along with your check to: The Lutheran Prayer Breakfast, c/o Angie Sutton at Lutheran Senior Services, 1150 Hanley Industrial Ct. St. Louis, MO 63144. Make check payable to Lutheran Senior Services. Or contact Angie Sutton at 314.262.8217 or Angie.Sutton@LSSLiving.org to make your reservation and arrange for payment.


Missouri District Junior High Fall Retreat Rescued

October 28 - 30

The Missouri District Lutheran Jr High Retreat is returning this fall around the theme, “Rescued”. Our focus this year is on baptism and the blessings we receive from this awesome gift of God.

Our presenter & worship leader is Rev. Joel Beyer, the pastor at Community Lutheran Church near San Diego, CA. And……The Relentless Project is returning to provide our music!

CLICK HERE for more information and to register!



Missouri District Mission Summit – Save the Date – June 3, 2017

The Missouri District will be hosting a Mission Summit next year at Concordia Seminary in partnership with LCMS Office of National Mission, Concordia Seminary, Lutheran Hour Ministries, Lutheran Church Extension Fund and Send Me St. Louis. The summit will feature Lutheran Hour Speaker, Rev. Greg Seltz presenting the keynote address. There will also be practical sessions and inspirational presentations to equip congregational leaders for reaching out to their community. Mark your calendars and plan to be there!


Family Shield Ministries Benefit Dinner

Family Shield Ministries Benefit Dinner is Saturday, October 8 at Webster Gardens Lutheran Church in Webster Groves, Mo.
Rev. Gregory Seltz of Lutheran Hour is the keynote speaker on the theme “Go First into the Home” (Matthew 28:19-20). The cuisine will be prepared by Executive Chef, Christopher Desens, and students from The Culinary Institute of St. Louis.

Family Shield airs its weekly radio program on 53 stations throughout the United States and is a Recognized Service Organization of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. In St. Louis the radio program is aired on Saturday’s from 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. on AM 1320 KSIV. Tickets are $35 per person and tables of eight are available in advance. The deadline for reservations is October 3. To learn more email witnesstofamily@gmail.com or go to www.familyshieldministries.com.



Christ Lutheran Church 66th Annual Whole Hog Sausage & Sauerkraut Dinner
Where: 123 Church Road, Augusta, MO 63332
When: Sunday, Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: Adult $11
            Children Ages 6-
12 $4
            Under 6 eat free

All You Can Eat Cafeteria Style Dinner with a menu of Pork sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, green beans, applesauce, bread, apple butter and homemade pies. All are welcome to join us at our 10 a.m. worship service. Please call (636) 228-4642 or visit www.clcaugustamo.org/ for more information. To preorder apple butter please call 636-987-2275. To preorder pork sausage, meaty backbones or ribs please call 636-228-4417. *Sunday meat sales begin at 10 a.m.*



Christian Friends of New Americans’ GOLF BENEFIT
Tuesday, October 11, 2016
#1 Norwood Hills Country Club Drive, St. Louis, MO 63121
Church worker discounts available. Gift your favorite church worker!
Click here for more information.




LERT Training Workshop
Chapel of the Cross - Lutheran (11645 Benham Rd., just north of Christian Northeast Hospital) is hosting a Lutheran Early Response Team (LERT) training workshop on Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This LERT training will help you to be better prepared when a disaster strikes and to help you know how to respond within our church and within the greater community. Registration fee is $35 which includes a training manual, LCMS volunteer vest and lunch. You will receive your certificate of participation and volunteer certification badge from LCMS Disaster Response and the LCMS Office of National Mission. Call Chapel of the Cross at 314-741-3737 to sign up and reserve your place at the workshop.




District and Church Events 
          (E2 Encourage and Equip Conferences2016 Missouri District Pastors' Conference and Junior High Retreats: Fall 2016 & Spring 2017) 
Installations and Ordinations
Personnel Changes and Calling Congregations
LCMS Missouri District News             
Obituaries