English District of
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
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Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind. |
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Bishop Jamison J. Hardy was the guest preacher at Faith, Naples, FL on Sunday, February 6, 2022.
Pictured: Rev. Donald E. Treglown and Bishop Jamison J. Hardy
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On Sunday, February 6, 2022, The Rev. Eric K. Linthicum was installed at Tree of Life, Inverness, FL. English District’s First Vice President, The Rev. Jeffrey G. Miskus, officiated the installation service.
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Board of Directors Meeting |
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The English District Board of Directors met on Saturday, February 5, 2022 to Sunday, February 6, 2022 at Faith, Naples, FL. Special thanks to Faith Lutheran Church for their wonderful hospitality. |
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Call Received
The Rev. Christopher K. Nuttelmann (Texas District) has received a call to serve Hope, Grand Rapids, MI.
Call Returned
The Rev. Joshua P. Moldenhauer has returned the call to serve Martin Luther Chapel, Pennsauken, NJ.
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We are thankful to Rev. Timothy Halboth for his service to the wider church of our District during his time as our District Life Coordinator. As he has recently resigned this position, Bishop Hardy is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Roni Grad as our English District Life Coordinator and Chair of our District Lifeline Committee. Dr. Grad has a passion for Life Issues, how they are addressed in our North American culture, and how we as God’s people respond to them. We look forward to hearing from Dr. Grad and our Lifeline Committee as they fulfill their role in our District. Please welcome them and remember them in your prayers. |
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A Message from Rev. Derek Mathers Encouraging Lumen Christi Award Nominations |
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Please watch this video from Rev. Derek Mathers to be inspired to nominate someone for the Lumen Christi award.
The Lumen Christi award is presented to publicly recognize the service of educators, to further promote and encourage all professional and volunteer leaders/teachers who are active members of an English District – LCMS congregation.
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Roger D. Pittelko "Ille Dilexit Ecclesiam" Award |
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Nominations are requested for the second annual Roger D. Pittelko Ille Dilexit Ecclesiam* Award (*He loved the Church.)
The English District has created this award to recognize and celebrate pastors who have served God’s people well in the English District.
Recipients of this award must meet the following criteria:
- He is an ordained pastor who served in the English District.
- He has retired from full-time active parish ministry.
- He exhibited a lifetime of faithfulness to our God and service to God’s people through congregations and the wider field of the English District.
The deadline for submitting nominations is Friday, March 4, 2022. The recipient of this award will be announced as part of the 2022 English District Convention.
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2022 English District Gala |
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Rooted in Christ, the 2022 English District Virtual Gala, on Sunday, June 12, 2022 at 7:30 PM.
Find more information and resources on our website.
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Standing with Church Workers and Their Families for Their Strengthening |
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Upon hearing that a fellow pastor had resigned his call, Pastor Greg wrote: “While all of our situations are unique, I encourage my brother pastors...and actually all my dear friends.... don't be afraid to seek out help for mental health issues, burnout, anxiety, depression, and the like. Don't ignore it, sweep it under the carpet, kick the can down the road, or hope it magically goes away. It doesn't work. It will never work. Seek help....and cry out to God! He hears you and is with you. He will provide!”
Your English District Ministerial Health Commission is ready to listen with respect so we can act with understanding and compassion. We are here to walk together with those seeking hopefulness, courage, and strength to move forward. We value confidentiality as a cornerstone in all our endeavors.
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Presidential and Vice-Presidential Nomination Reminder |
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The 2022 English District Convention is scheduled for June 20–22. The February 20 deadline for congregations to submit nominations for President and Vice President is rapidly approaching.
Nomination ballots for President and Vice President were previously mailed to each congregation of the District. With the deferral of the District Convention from 2021 to 2022, congregations may have postponed decisions about nominations.
Congregations that have yet to submit nominations for President and/or Vice President may do so prior to the February 20 deadline. Some may have Voters Assembly meetings scheduled for January or February, which would provide an opportunity for those congregations to determine whom they wish to nominate.
If your congregation has already returned nomination ballots for President and/or Vice President, those have been received and recorded.
If any congregation needs new nomination ballots, please contact the District Secretary, Rev. Luke Zimmerman, who will supply replacements. Other questions about the Presidential and Vice-Presidential nomination process can also be directed to him. |
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February 20, 2022 is the deadline for the following:
Nominations for Board of Directors, Committee on Nominations and Endowment Fund Board of Managers
Circuit Visitor selection results
Submitting Overtures
Convention Delegate Accreditation Forms
More detailed information and forms are available on our website. |
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Convention Youth Delegates |
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Looking for youth of our District Circuits to attend the English District Convention being held at Concordia University, Ann Arbor, MI Monday, June 20, 2022 to Wednesday, June 22, 2022 as Youth Delegates.
This is a wonderful opportunity to identify, encourage and support a high school youth (aged 14-18) to serve as your circuit’s youth delegate. Travel, lodging, and meals are covered.
During the convention the youth will have opportunities to experience convention proceedings. There will also be a servant event and a special evening event with the Youth Delegate Leadership Team. For more information please contact Pastor Derek Mathers.. |
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All Saints Campus Ministry |
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Jo Dublin is an amazing Christian. She has been a blessing to All Saints Campus Ministry ever since she walked in the door in 2010 and volunteered to cook our Korean student meals. She has been such an answered prayer that we would like to share her story.
Jo was born in South Korea. She grew up with very few material possessions, but she and her siblings were rich in having a mother who was a Christian. She is the one who set an example for Jo and her brothers and sisters. Because of her influence, they are Christians.
Jo brought her faith with her when she moved to Slippery Rock with her American Christian soldier husband, Mark Dublin. While they raised two daughters Jo worked at Slippery Rock University. During this time she took a special interest in being friends with international students. She loved to help the students and delighted in sharing the Gospel with them. She did this because she is a missionary at heart. Click here to read more about Jo.
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LCMS 2021 Congregation Year-end Statistics |
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Up-to-date statistical information is essential for the Synod as it plans current and future ministry efforts. Such information is also critical for determining proper voting representation at conventions. Every congregation should have received an email from Synod regarding their 2021 year-end statistics. (If they don’t have an email address, they have mailed a copy to the congregation.) The deadline for submitting statistics is February 28th. Please use the link in the email to complete them as soon as possible.
If you have questions regarding this process, please contact LCMS Rosters & Statistics at rosters.stats@lcms.org or 888-843-5267. |
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2023 Holy Land Familiarization Tour |
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The 2023 Clergy and spouse tour to Israel has now been opened to all called "Ministers of Religion!" This will allow many more of our called workers and spouses to come to Israel at a deeply discounted rate, less than half the cost of most Israel trips. Join SELC District President Wally Vinovskis, Indiana District Vice President TJ Mattick, and English/SELC District Vice President Dan Lepley to learn about the Jezreel Valley and this tour opportunity at one of the ZOOM meetings.
Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 10:00 a.m. EST/7:00 a.m. PST Zoom Link
Tuesday, February 15, 2022, 9:00 p.m. EST/6:00 p.m. PST Zoom Link
The photo above shows an ancient Asherah pole uncovered at Megiddo, overlooking the Jezreel Valley.
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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 March 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.
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Contact the English District Gift Planning Counselor Ron Grimm for more information at (412)-584-7039 or email.
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Contact Dan Lepley, DVP - English and SELC District Lutheran Church Extension Fund for more information at 317-402-9401.
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Holy Spirit, Elk Grove Village, IL
Pastor Daniel Greg at The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit was pleased to lead six new members in a public profession of the doctrine of the Evangelical Lutheran Church, drawn from the Scriptures, as they have learned to know it from the Small Catechism, to be faithful and true.
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Ascension, Tucson, AZ
Welcome to God's family, Myles! Baptism: it's the best day ever!
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The 2’s Preschool class enjoyed a SNOW DAY last week! |
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The 5’s Preschool class had a Bring your Bear to school day! |
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Holy Cross, Cleveland, OH
When the snow hills are bigger than you have ever seen, what do you do?? Go outside and have big fun!
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Faith, Naples, FL
English District School Executive Albert Amling visited Faith Lutheran Church and Lambs of Faith Preschool, Director Karen Graham. Pastor Donald Treglown led chapel for the children. What a great church and school!
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Also, please share your congregation's or school's unique ministries with the rest of the District. Send pictures and stories for consideration to jmcgarr@englishdistrict.org by Wednesday at 12:00 Noon ET. We want to see how YOUR congregation or school is showing the love of God to those in your community and around the world.
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