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Rebooting Campus Ministry at the University of Washington
In April 2024, Rev. Dillon Weber was called from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis to begin a more intentional effort of re-establishing an LCMS campus ministry at the University of Washington

Pulse Check: How is Your Wellness?
It’s time for a leadership pulse check in the new year! The NOW District Wellness Wheel Annual Self-Assessment was designed precisely for that purpose: as a tool to be revisited

Explore Leadership and Coaching in the New Year
Make 2025 your year for professional development through coaching! Navigating change and pursuing growth in ministry can feel overwhelming, but the NOW District is here to help leaders and ministries

Prayers and Support for Victims of Southern California Wildfires
01/29/2025 UPDATE on wildfires from Pacific Southwest District: Click here for more information from the PSD. Spiritual First Aid trained volunteers beginning to serve Last week more than 200 individuals

Christmas Traditions and an Unlikely Tree
I imagine you have a Christmas tree in your home this year. There is probably even one at the church you attend. Why? What do trees have to do with

LMSN Sends Pumpkins (and Love) to Care Centers
With the help of a 2023 NOW District Catalyst Grant, Lutheran Ministry Services Northwest (LMSN) started a campaign encouraging congregations to adopt a care center in their area. This “adoption”

Kuna Lutheran Church Puts Down Roots
Big things are happening in Kuna. We repeat: Big things are happening in Kuna. On Sunday, Nov. 17, Kuna Lutheran Church in Kuna, Idaho welcomed visitors from near and far

‘Color Me Thankful’: A Thanksgiving Message and Video
Greetings in Christ, Here we are entering the holidays, a time of gratitude. Can you describe what you are grateful for this holiday season? You are likely used to asking,

Special Grant Opportunity Available for NOW District Pastors
A partnership between the NOW District, LCEF, and Lilly Endowment Inc. has made a new grant available for three NOW pastors in 2025 called the Ministerial Excellence Fund (MEF). Applications
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