Joy:fully Lutheran: Good Feet by Pastor Elstner Lewis
The synodical theme this year is “Joy:fully Lutheran.” Pastor Elstner Lewis shares what it means to him to be “joy:fully Lutheran”–to have “Good Feet.”
From Schoolhouse to Community Garden
In 2015, members of Immanuel, Hillside were eager to begin a program which would preserve their congregation’s history and land while serving as a helpful tool to connect the community, grow relationships and nutritious food, and, most importantly, to share the Gospel.
How Lilies Grow
Five years ago, a group of clergy, community members, and the mayor of Skokie gathered around a table with a common mission: “we have this space [in the old school building at St. Paul, Skokie]. How can we use it for good in the community?” Over 100,000 residents from countries and cultures around the world […]
Anita M Luetje Keith – Called to Glory
Anita M Luetje Keith, was called home last Saturday, February 16, 2019.
Faith Language
In March 2014, a community of believers from Good Shepherd, Elgin and other congregations gathered, with hearts moved by the Holy Spirit, to provide a service which would serve their community. As Lutherans in Elgin looked into their neighborhood, saw how it was changing, and, likewise, identified needs and tools with which they were already […]
Webinar: Intentional Interim Ministry
A Discernment Webinar is being offered on Intentional Interim Ministry February 25, 2019.
Two SMP Program Vicars To Serve NID
St. John, Schaumburg and and Trinity, Roselle welcome Specific Ministry Pastor Program vicars who were assigned to their vicarages at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis on February 6, 2019.
Baking Blessings
Everyone can do something–with what they already have–to show kindness and the love of Jesus to somebody else. Becky Juhl has been baking just about her entire life. It is something she does with passion, curiosity and love. She uses heirloom family recipes and tries out new ideas from recipes she finds online. Each individual […]
Rev. Charles Ridulph Installed at Trinity, Hampshire
Trinity Lutheran, Hampshire, Illinois has called their first Called Pastor in 20 Years.
Called To Glory – Rev. Dr. Walter L. DeMoss
Rev. Dr. Walter LeVan DeMoss, 76, officially accomplished his mission here on earth and graduated to heaven on February 4, 2019.