Our wonderful Houston campus ministry that serves the campuses of Rice University and the University of Houston has updated its name to Sanctuary, and has a new website to go with it. 

Check out the new website, and while you are there, watch the video they made all about why campus ministry matters, together with our other fabulous campus ministry based at A&M and Blinn College, Treehouse. And don't forget - if you have students starting at any of these schools, and haven't connected them with campus ministries, make sure to do so now!

The Southwestern Texas Synod of the ELCA invites you to attend a Service of Holy Communion and installation of The Rev. Susan Jennifer Briner as Bishop of the Southwestern Texas Synod by Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton.

Saturday, September 1, 2pm

University United Methodist Church

5084 De Zavala Rd

San Antonio 78249

A reception will follow the service. Pastors, deacons and synodically authorized ministers are invited to vest and process. The liturgical color is red.  Those participating in the procession are requested  to arrive at the church by 1pm.  RSVP so they can prepare accordingly.

Offerings received will be shared with Iglesia Lutheran Costarricense and the Tiemann Endowment Fund for Leadership Development.

Ariel Williams has been called to Living Word Lutheran Church in Katy as the new associate pastor. A Service of Ordination and Installation for Ariel is scheduled for Sunday September 16th at 4pm.

Clergy is inviting to robe. Color of the day is red.

November - When sponsored members make benefit selections on myPortico

One more note: 

For most members age 65+, health benefits are changing - driven by the evolving health care landscape and a commitment to the long-term well-being of church workers. Learn more.

House of Prayer is located at 14045 Space Center Blvd. Houston TX 77062-2366. For more information, call 281-488-4439 email , or visit their website.

In August, we welcome Richard Johnson, Director of Sustainability for Rice University for our Sunday Evening Conversation on Creation on August 26, 6pm. 

He has been working on sustainability initiatives at Rice since 2004. Their efforts to "green" the campus include such areas as food, transportation, green cleaning, grounds, water, recycling, and buildings. Come find out what you can learn from Rice's work on sustainability over the past 14 years.

Please register f or this talk, and you will receive an invitation to the web meeting. Contact Lisa Brenskelle with any questions.

Please join Lutherhill Ministries on September 8th, 2018 at the 12th Annual S'mores & Champagne Gala. 

The evening celebration begins at 6pm at The Woodlands Resort (new location!) with cocktails and time to socialize and will feature a silent auction, wine wall, trip for 2 raffle and wishing wall.  Following a seated dinner, the night will continue with a live auction as well as dancing to the tunes of The Newsboyz. 

Register now and find out more information at our website or email Anne Liddle. You can also watch our video that shows what a fun and beneficial night the gala is each year.

Event will be located at the Hilton Ballroom on the University of Houston campus, and event begins at 9:30am. Go to their website for more information and to register.

We know school just started for most of you, but it is already time to start thinking about Advent. ELCA World Hunger resources are a wonderful way to prepare for and celebrate Christmas in the Advent season.

There is a new Advent study, updated Good Gifts catalog selections, Good Gifts ornaments for the tree that both represent and benefit the many ways the ELCA is working to combat hunger, an Advent calendar and a bulletin insert. However you practice Advent, there are wonderful resources available for congregations, individuals and families.

• Through the direct supervision of a national staff of about 20 regional gift planners (coaching and managing), lead and manage a robust fund-raising program to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospective donors of current and planned gifts;
• Manage the business relationships with ministry partner organizations through on-site visits.

Application, resume and cover letter   should be submitted through the ELCA job board. Inquiries about the position may be directed, in confidence, to  Gaye Lindfors of Significant Solutions, Inc., the consultant assisting with this search.

Apply at their online application.

Christus Victor Lutheran Church (ELCA), an open and affirming congregation located in League City, Texas, is searching for a part-time Pianist/Organist-Music Director. For more information, please download this flyer or see the Christus Victor website.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church is seeking a Worship Leader for our contemporary/praise worship service. The position is part-time, approximately 10-11 hours per week. We seek an individual with experience in contemporary worship, able to play and direct our worship band. This person will lead and teach music in a rehearsal setting, then lead the music in worship on Sunday mornings and needs to able to sing and play at least one instrument.  Learn More.

The Director of Outreach Ministries is responsible for the social ministry/philanthropy programs of the congregation, and provides staff services to the Outreach Committee and Outreach ministries of Lord of Life. This position is a salaried, half-time position.  Learn More and Apply

As we get ready for God's Work, Our Hands Sunday on September 9, here are some resources to help your congregations promote and inform about your projects.