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Isaac the Comfort Dog Brings Care, Love to the Northwest
Let me tell you a story that involves Redeemer Lutheran Church in Spokane Valley, a beautiful golden retriever named Isaac, and a NOW District Catalyst Grant! Once upon a time
Resurrection Minutes: Life Abundantly
As the death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus are recounted and celebrated by God’s people all over the world this season, I am reminded of these words from
2025 NOW District Convention Invitation Video
Watch the video above for a special message for District Convention delegates and attendees. Click here for the complete invitation letter — including important registration details. Grace and peace
Six Mission Minutes: Telling the Story of Salvation From Youth to Old Age
From the earliest of ages, our memories begin to form by neurological processes of synaptic modification. From the earliest of ages, faith begins to form, too, by divine processes of
‘Enduring Together’ at the 2025 Puget Sound Youth Gathering
More than 70 participants gathered for the 2025 Puget Sound Youth Gathering at Camp Arnold on March 7-9. There were nine churches and two states represented, with groups joining from
Representing the NOW District at BPM
Best Practices in Ministry (BPM) is an annual conference arranged and hosted by Christ Church Lutheran in Phoenix, Arizona. Professional church workers and laity (2,300 this year) were brought together
Meet The NOW District All Peoples Commission
Two of the NOW District Board of Directors’ primary ministry objectives are to “reach the lost, disciple the saved,” and to “provide Word and Sacrament ministry to every corner of
Creating ‘Undeniable Bonds’ at the NOW Pastors’ Wives Retreat
The wives of area NOW District pastors gathered again this year in Tigard, Oregon for a weekend of refreshment, friendship, food, fun, and time studying the words of our great
Six Mission Minutes: God’s Love Knows No Borders
Immigration has been a hot topic in the news in recent months. Those headlines stoke fears. They elicit fear over who may be coming to our country and fear of
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”
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