Easter's Tomb Stone Rolled Away (Vain the Stone, the Watch, the Seal) |
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Early on that Sunday morning of the first Easter, the “Marys,” with Salome and other women, were making their way to the tomb of Jesus. They were bringing spices to anoint Jesus’ body for proper burial. As they drew closer, they remembered the very large stone at the door of the tomb. It was that part of their conversation that necessitated the question, “Who will roll away the stone for us from the entrance of the tomb?” (Mark 16:3).
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Rev. Steve and Martha Mahlburg (missionaries in Sri Lanka) for the challenges in mission work and their trip home July-September ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: South Wisconsin District, Milwaukee, WI; Messiah, Holt; Grace, Canton; Grace, Germfask; Peace, Waterford.
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE EQUALITY ACT WEBINAR
The Alliance Defending Freedom will host a webinar for the Michigan District, LCMS on the Equality Act on Wednesday, April 14 at 4 p.m. Senior Counsel Greg Baylor, Director for Religious Schools and Government Affairs, will provide a briefing of the current legal and legislative landscape along with a detailed analysis of the Equality Act. Register here. Baylor will be available after the briefing to answer questions. Please send your questions in advance to Debby Fall.
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NEW VACCINE SITE INFORMATION
Michiganders can now begin registering for the COVID-19 vaccination clinic at Ford Field in Detroit. The community vaccination site is open and will operate from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., seven days a week, for eight weeks. For more information on how to sign up, click here.
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Here Am I, Send Me! Kingdom Work in Detroit |
It all started with a phone call back in September of last year, as God was leading Pastor Robert Mikkelson of Peace Lutheran on Detroit’s East side to step out in faith. Pastor Mikkelson was thinking of how he could best connect with and serve a family with four young children, leading them to that next step in their faith walk. Read more.
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NUMBER 6 OF THE TOP 10 REASONS YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THE CONNECTIONS CONFERENCE IN NOVEMBER:
6. The cost of registration/hotel is similar to our biannual MANS conference. If Title Funds pick up a good portion of that cost, you can splurge for extra dessert at dinner on Monday night. To be continued ...
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TEACHER VACANCIES
Many of our Michigan District Lutheran schools have teacher vacancies for next school year. To view the list, click here.
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LFL OF MICHIGAN LIFE SUMMIT
A LIFE SUMMIT, sponsored by Lutherans For Life of Michigan, will be held in person on Sunday afternoon, April 25, from 2-5 p.m. at St. Paul, Fowler. This is a chance to get together and be reaffirmed and recharged in our stand for the Sanctity of Human Life. Presentations will be made by Pastor Jeff Duncan and Pastor Paul Clark, as well as other speakers. Time will be given for discussion and sharing of ideas for Life Ministry. This is open to all and there is no cost to attend. You do not have to register or RSVP, although if you know that you or several from your church are considering coming, you can contact LFL-MI President Pastor Paul Clark at revpmclark@gmail,com or 517.420.4826. All COVID protocols will be observed.
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CSL MULTIETHNIC SYMPOSIUM
Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Mo. invites you to its 2021 virtual Multiethnic Symposium, taking place May 4-5. The 2021 Symposium will address what the Global South can contribute to our thinking about practices such as preaching and teaching, worship and the arts, and evangelism and social engagement. For more information and to register, click here. Deadline to register is April 19, 2021.
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VALUING LIFE CONFERENCE CONTINUES UNTIL JUNE
The Making Disciples - Valuing Life Conference (March 19-20) will continue until June. You can still purchase a pass and log in to watch over 70 on-demand video presentations.
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The Michigan District Here We Stand (HWS) Campaign has raised over $3.6 million for Innovative Missional Ministry. These funds help provide support for ministries such as Elli’s House, which seeks to abolish sex trafficking in the city of Detroit through building relationships, offering safe shelter, and providing education. There are 39 weeks left in the campaign. Will you help us provide support for these life-saving ministries? Visit herewestand.michigandistrict.org to donate.
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Missionary Needs to Rent Short-term Housing/Vehicle
Rev. Steve and Martha Mahlburg (serving Sri Lanka) are in need of renting a furnished home for 7 people for 1.5 months in Michigan from July to mid-August, and an apartment or home for 1 person from mid-August to September. Also needed is a rental minivan or other vehicle that seats 7. If you have or know of someone that can help, contact Steve at smahlburg@yahoo.com .
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International Student Ministry Internship Program
International Student Ministry (ISM) is providing internship opportunities that offer a cross-cultural mission experience here in the United States. College students who are seeking an international mission experience without leaving the US will find themselves immersed in international culture while interacting with international students. Internship goes from July 15-December 15, 2021. A monthly stipend and room/board are provided. For more information and to apply, click here.
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