God in All Things - Without Borders

May 19, 2023

The Rev. Paul Douglas was installed at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Germanicus, ON this past Sunday by English District Vice President Rev. Jeffrey Miskus. Rev. Stephen Alles preached the sermon. Rev. Paul Williams (LCC) and Rev. Matthew Habermas (LCC) assisted with the service.

Call Received and Returned

Mr. Michael G. Sinn (Oklahoma District) received and returned a Divine Call to serve as Director of Christian Education at Prince of Peace, Medina, OH.

We have added a list of coming events to the Lifeline webpage! You may view this and all of the resource listings here.

If you know of any events that you would like to see added to the list, please contact Roni Grad.

Welcome Vicar Wessel!

Picture the scene: it is Call Night at the Fort Wayne Seminary, April 24, 2023. Members of All Saints Lutheran Church and Student Center have made an evening of the event and are now watching the Call Night service on a big-screen in our undercroft. We don’t know whether or not we have been granted a vicar, so we are watching intently the service taking place in the seminary church. We know that thirty-seven vicars will be chosen. So, after thirty seminarians had been chosen as vicars to various congregations around the country, it did not look good for All Saints. As it turned out, the vicars were given their assignments in alphabetical order and the vicar chosen for All Saints had a last name beginning with “W.”

But then it happened! Right there on the screen as large as life were the words “All Saints Lutheran Church-Slippery Rock, PA.” We were all thrilled to see our little town mentioned on a national broadcast. But more than that, it meant we were going to receive a vicar! Then the vicar’s name was announced: Zachary T. Wessel, from northern Minnesota, would be our vicar.

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Concordia University Wisconsin provides the opportunity to earn a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) in a Lutheran community. Our program develops ethical and respected leaders that inspire growth and change in their organizations, communities, and congregations.

Click here for an introductory message from Dr. Matthew Hurtienne.

Our scholar-practitioner curriculum is applicable to the needs, issues, and demands facing today’s church leaders. As a DBA student, you will enhance your skills and expertise to implement new practices that can make a true difference in your congregation and the lives of its members.

The online DBA program at Concordia is truly focused on flexibility and work-life balance. We understand that your role as a pastor will need to be the priority over your academics during certain times of this three-year program. Our program includes online courses and group discussions, along with easy accessibility to faculty. This all makes for a feasible program for pastors actively engaged in their church communities.

The next DBA cohort, or group of students, will start their DBA journey in July 2023. And it begins with an in-person residency on Concordia’s campus in Mequon, WI. Engage in an enlightening experience where you will meet current DBA students, our dedicated faculty, and support staff that will be with you every step of the way.

Apply by June 1 to be in the next DBA cohort.

We understand you need all the information you can get when making a life-changing decision to pursue your DBA. Here are a few options to get the answers you need.

Email Dr. Matthew Hurtienne, Dean and DBA Program Director, who will provide further insight on this doctorate program.

Schedule a 1-on-1 call with one of our Concordia experts to discuss everything from admissions, requirements, cost, and more!



Visit the DBA website.

A book for pastors and church leaders, Pastoral Leadership: Shepherding and Caring for God's People uses the context of biblical accounts and figures to offer practical advice and counsel on aspects of pastoral leadership.



The author, Rev. Dr. Jamison Hardy, draws from more than 20 years of experience as a pastor and bishop to encourage pastors to be actively engaged in what is going on throughout the life of the parish and lead their congregations instead of passively following them.

Publishing Date: June 20, 2023

Pre-orders and Kindle downloads are available by clicking on this link: Pastoral Leadership

The Bible's promise is true: If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us - 1 John 5:14.

District daily prayers for June are located on our website.

Your prayer concerns are important to the English District. If you have a prayer request you would like shared in this newsletter, email the District office.

Ascension, Tucson, AZ

Bingo and pulled pork sandwiches for the win!!! The J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) group at Ascension Lutheran Church recently had a wonderful event full of fellowship and fun.

Sherman Oaks, Sherman Oaks, CA

Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church welcomed Sarah into the family of God and into their congregation. Very blessed to have her join the church!

Hales Corners, Hales Corners, WI

Last Friday, the Hales Corners Lutheran School 7th graders went on their annual canoe trip at the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. They were thankful for good weather, great friends, and God’s amazing world.

Redeemer, Pittsburgh, PA

May 13, 2023 was the annual Mother's day lunch. Redeemer Lutheran School has hosted this event for over 30 years and each year is just as special as the last. This year they had beautiful weather for our outdoor picnic. Students worked all morning preparing lunches and a craft for the moms. Then each class had a special presentation for their guests before lunch. Always a favorite day!

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