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People of Hope ... Vigorously Making Known the Love of Christ
Michigan District, LCMS
Weekly E-newsletter | March 19, 2024
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An Immigrant's Journey: From South Sudan to the Michigan District, LCMS
Rev. Moses Dangba was installed as pastor of Living Word, Lansing in October of 2023. Born and raised in South Sudan, Dangba has had quite the journey to become a pastor in the Michigan District.
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The family and friends of Rev. Paul Burow (Emeritus), who passed away on March 12 … Jennifer Krause (teacher at St. Michael's, Richville) and family, upon the death of her mother … Dr. George and Elise Locke (Emeriti, South Wisconsin District, former Michigan District Superintendent of Schools), upon the death of their grandson … This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Our Savior, Bad Axe; St. Peter, Sebewaing; South Wisconsin District; St. Paul, Caro; St. Martin, Birch Run.
Submit your prayer request >
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THE CUAA $5 MILLION INITIATIVE IS WELL UNDER WAY
Thank you to those who pledged their support of CUAA and those that are still considering what gift they will give. The Michigan District is receiving payments on pledges made and requesting that they be fulfilled as soon as possible. All payments should be received no later than September 1, 2024. To initiate a pledge or fulfill a pledge already made, click here.
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ATTENTION PASTORS AND PRINCIPALS
Do you want to better understand your church/school population demographics? MissionInsite, the program used by the District to track demographics around its constituents, is offering informative webinars in April, May, and June. For more information, click here.
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MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF MISSIONAL FORMATION SPRING COURSES
April | In Person Supplemented with Zoom Sessions
The Michigan School of Missional Formation announces that registration for its spring courses, Christian Caregiving and Office of the Ministry, is now open. Congregation members such as elders, parish nurses, and care ministry leaders, as well as pastors, deacons, ministry assistant students, and Pre-SMP students are invited to attend. Register here >
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COMMUNITY WORSHIP NETWORK GATHERING
April 27 | Lansing
At this gathering we will focus on online worship audio and mixing. There will also be a session on creating and developing a praise band with younger musicians. Join us at Our Savior, Lansing on Saturday, April 27, for training and exploration. Register here >
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SPECIAL FRIENDS CAMP
REGISTRATION OPEN
July 15-19 | Fenton
This is a camp for adults with cognitive disabilities. The goal is to introduce campers to Jesus, provide experiences outside of campers' normal schedules, and give caregivers a break. Cost is $420. For more information and to register, click here.
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DISTRICT EVENTS
Click here for a full calendar of District events.
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TRINITY TIME AT CUAA
July 21-22 | Ann Arbor
Trinity Time is a retreat sponsored by Concordia University Ann Arbor for students, ages 15-18, who are interested in exploring the possibility of a calling into church work. This free overnight retreat includes times of worship and prayer, leisure and service, study and conversation. Students spend the night in the dorm and enjoy life together through two days of activity. For more information or to register, click here.
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VACANCY LISTINGS
Requests to have a teaching position listed on our District website's vacancy listing can be made by completing this form.
OPEN SCHOOL POSITIONS
For the latest roster changes and vacancy listing, click here.
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AI AND REAL MINISTRY 6-WEEK COURSE
Begins April 6 | Online
As the role of technology continues to expand in every facet of modern life, the landscape of pastoral ministry is no exception. This course will help pastors to understand the significance and implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This guide aims to provide a comprehensive overview, highlighting key facets of AI and its potential implications in the realm of ministry. This is a six-week course that meets virtually for one hour a week, with different topics each week. For more information or to register, cilck here.
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LCMS NATIONAL MISSION
National development grants are awarded annually to LCMS congregations, RSOs, and districts to make known the love of Christ in word and deed. Applications will be accepted between June 1 and August 1. For more information, click here.
Registration is now open for the 2024 Institute on Liturgy, Preaching, and Church Music, which will be held July 9-12 at Concordia University Nebraska. For more information and to register, click here.
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CONGREGATION, SCHOOL, and OTHER ORGANIZATION EVENTS
Listings can be found here >
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