God in All Things - Without Borders

April 12, 2024

Albert Amling, English District School Ministry Executive, visited Bethesda International Academy in Chicago where he spent time with the four year olds having fun with a parachute.

Albert also visited Faith Lutheran School in Watertown, WI where Principal Judi Hoeppner updated him on the school's ministry.

Call Received

The Rev. Leon C. Jameson has received a Divine Call to serve as Senior Pastor of Hales Corners, Hales Corners, WI.  

Call Accepted

The Rev. Dr. Adam C. Koontz (Rocky Mountain District) has accepted a Divine Call to serve as Sole Pastor of Redeemer, Oakmont, PA. 

The Illinois March for Life is taking place this coming Wednesday, April 17, in Springfield. The event will be preceded by a Matins at 10:30 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 220 S. Second St. Southern Illinois District President Tim Scharr will preach the sermon. The rally will begin at noon with President Michael Mohr of the Central Illinois District as one of the featured speakers, followed by the March at 1:00 p.m. Come join your fellow LCMS Lutherans as they proclaim the sanctity of life from fertilization to forever in the public square and in so doing proclaim the crucified and risen Christ!

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 May 2024 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.

Contact Ron Grimm, English District Gift Planning Counselor, 412-584-7039 or visit www.LCMSFoundation.org.

For more information, please contact our Lending Department at 314-394-2790.

Epiphany, Dorr, MI

Epiphany Lutheran Church held its first ever West Michigan English District Easter Vigil. Rev. Zachary Marklevitz (Grace, Wyoming) and Rev. Christopher Nuttelman (Hope, Grand Rapids and Christ, West Olive) assisted Rev. Ryan Beffrey in the service. What a blessing it was to worship with all four congregations. 

Pictured below is Pastor Beffrey on Easter morning with the ladies of Epiphany that participated with hats. One of them was hand made over 60 years ago!

Trinity, Erie, PA

Madison, daughter of Kadie and Anthony, was baptized by Rev. Travis Schmidt at Trinity Lutheran Church. Relatives came from as far as Michigan to celebrate the sacrament of Holy Baptism with the congregation.

The Erie Spoon Carving Club held two advanced spoon carving classes for the community at Trinity Lutheran Church. The instructor Ken Brownes showed new, intricate designs on spoon handles. Plans for more classes on knife and chisel sharpening will be held in the future.

West Portal, San Francisco, CA

Easter Sunday celebration at West Portal Lutheran Church!

Tree of Life, Inverness, FL

Kids In Care (KIC - pronounced “kick”) is a monthly ministry started in 2017 by Tree of Life Lutheran Church members who are involved with children and families in the foster care system. Initially, the idea was for foster parents to drop off their foster children to have some respite time for themselves. But the foster parents found more value in staying and networking, supporting and maybe doing a little venting with one another.

While at KIC the children are treated to games, arts and crafts, and, of course, FOOD! Some KIC events happen at a local park or bowling alley, but most are held at the church.

Last Christmas, the congregation provided gifts to over 40 KIC children. This year there was an Easter egg hunt for eggs filled with candy, toys, a note to get a stuffed animal, and money.

Recently, one of the foster moms who is in the process of adopting her foster child, approached Rev. Eric Linthicum about baptizing the child once the adoption process is complete. To God be the glory!

Holy Cross, Pittsburgh, PA

Holy Cross Evangelical-Lutheran Chapel had a wonderful celebration of the Resurrection of our Lord! They enjoyed the Holy Word and Sacraments of our Lord Jesus Christ and, as is their tradition, sang the recessional hymn, "Christ the Lord is Risen Today" on the front steps for the community to hear. To Him alone be the glory. Christ is Risen! HE IS RISEN INDEED, ALLELUIA!

This information is being published in the hope that you may know of someone in your congregation or ministry who would be interested in applying for the position. We would very much appreciate your putting a notice in your bulletins or newsletters. Thank you.

The English District of The Lutheran Church--Missouri Synod is seeking a part-time (approximately 10 hours per week) Communications/Media Facilitator. This position is available immediately.

Qualifications required: Experience in communicating through all forms of media. Knowledge and ability to work with others throughout the District and in the print, social networks, and communications field to reach an end product. Must be self-motivated, well-organized, and team-oriented.

Duties include: Responsibility for public relations and communications for the purpose of disseminating information and mission and ministry awareness of the English District LCMS.

Anyone interested in this position please submit a resume and cover letter which includes compensation requirements and availability to Sally Naglich at snaglich@englishdistrict.org.

ENGLISH DISTRICT LCMS

248-476-0039

info@englishdistrict.org

www.englishdistrict.org

Connect with us