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A Whole Lot of Helping at Boise ‘HOP Day’
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Boise, Idaho was full of cheerful people on Oct. 28 for its annual HOP Day. HOP Day, which stands for “Help Other People,” is a
2023 Thanksgiving Message
Rev. Dr. Paul Linnemann, President Northwest District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod 1700 NE Knott St, Portland, OR 97212 Thanksgiving 2023 Dear Friends in Jesus and Partners in the
Sabbatical ‘Saved Me From Walking Away From the Ministry’
It’s no question that ministry is challenging. The daily demands can take a toll on any leader. So how can we help meet these challenges with fresh resources? Enter… Off-Ramp
Helping the Tacoma Community Through Simple Acts
Keeping it simple. That’s what this ongoing Bible Study group does at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Tacoma, Washington. It all started with a men’s retreat in which a group
Discover the Exciting Updates at Mission Training Center
What’s new with Mission Training Center? Well, a lot! For starters, they have an amazing new logo. They also recently released a short video outlining some of the ways they
Looking Ahead to a 2024 NOW Pastors’ Wives Retreat
It’s an exciting and busy time for a group of women who are, at this moment, planning the 3rd Annual Pastors’ Wives Retreat. This retreat will take place on Friday,
Sabbatical Toolkit Helps West Coast Workers
A very important note: In the spirit of collaboration and helping our leaders do their best work, the three districts on the West Coast continue to look for opportunities each
Easily Reach Your Community with Brown Bag Mission Outreach
Has your congregation ever struggled with how to have a bigger presence in your local community? Are there organizations in your area that serve homeless youth, single moms, or other
South Idaho Youth Leaders Make Plans, Connections
Aug. 14-16 saw a great three days of retreat for South Idaho youth workers, volunteers, and DCEs up in the Sawtooth Mountains of Stanley, Idaho. A total of 13 Youth
Maui Wildfires: How You Can Help
On Aug. 8, 2023, a wildfire ripped across the island of Maui and caused mass devastation to Lahaina and surrounding areas. Hundreds have lost lives – and many, many more
25 Years of Sharing God’s Love, Grace, and Service at Shoshone Mountain Retreat
July 30, 2023, was a big day in Idaho, as Shoshone Mountain Retreat celebrated its 25th anniversary. This marked 25 years of campfires, 25 years of outdoor worship, 25 years
Back2School Gets 1000+ Kids Ready For Success
For the past 14 years, Gate City Community Church of Chubbuck, Idaho has put on an event aimed at providing school supplies to kids in need. Five years ago, Grace
Raising Up Pastors in the LCMS – Video
The 68th Regular Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod was held from July 29 to Aug. 3, 2023, at the Baird Center in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin. More than 1,000 delegates
Day 6 of the LCMS National Convention
We Preach Christ Crucified – Day 6 of the LCMS National Convention Thursday, August 3 Contributed by Pastor Steve Heinsen Northwest District Secretary Much important business awaited the delegates this
Day 5 of the LCMS National Convention
We Preach Christ Crucified – Day 5 of the LCMS National Convention Wednesday, August 2 Contributed by Pastor Steve Heinsen Northwest District Secretary Upon awakening to the chirping of my
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