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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English District Virtual Gala |
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Thoughts on Starting a Campus Ministry |
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Jesus commanded, “As you are going, make disciples of all nations.” There are few places where you can reach “all nations” in one setting as in the university setting.
Do you wonder if there might be an opportunity to start a Lutheran ministry to a college campus near your congregation or in your community? Are you wondering how to start?
Pastor Brad Urlaub (Lead Pastor at St. Mark Lutheran, Janesville, WI) has written an article that shares possible answers to these questions. He writes, “There are many things to consider. In this article, you will read the brutal truth of what it takes to start a campus ministry, I will share how God worked through this process to start a campus ministry at Penn State University.”
We are thankful that Pastor Urlaub has given us permission to share his article in the English District. The English District values and actively supports Campus Mission and Ministry.
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I just can’t bring myself to do it! To put one of those Christian fish emblems on my car. Why? Let’s just say I have received a few joking offers to be in the next annual “Faster Pastor Race” over the years. |
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I think we have all seen many Christian fish symbols on cars, piloted by drivers doing crazy things. Does it detract from Jesus’ message? His gospel? A turn off to the de-churched and unchurched. |
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Are there better messages to display on vehicles? Ones that don’t give the impression that I am better than you are because I am a Christian (Jesus loves me…not you?). I’m blessed….And you’re not. |
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How about a refresh? A message that touches a fellow driver with a message of hope. Or maybe a dose of spiritual reality. Far too many Christians today are relying on the once saved, always saved idea… I fear greatly for their eternity, due to decades of purposeful resistance and social distancing. Maybe it’s time to refresh your vehicle’s message.
Evangelization Team Chair
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1-1-1 Focus on Campus Ministry |
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Our English District identified recipients of 1-1-1 (A Dollar for Mission) for 2020-2021 are the campus ministries of our District. We want members of our District congregations, those who bring a (1) dollar per (1) person per (1) Sunday, to have a clear picture of how these gifts are being used to directly support the mission of our District. These gifts come together to fund important ministries across the District, like Martin Luther Chapel at Michigan State University, $1 at a time.
Read more about the campus ministry of Martin Luther Chapel and how they connect with students and faculty during this time of COVID-19 pandemic.
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English District Financial Aid |
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English District Financial Aid information is available on the English District
website. Please read the material carefully and note that the deadline for submission is June 1, 2021.
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Honestly, time has just gotten away from us this month... so, we do not have a full newsletter to send. But we did not want to fail to report to you the good news of this past month. We were sent here so that Dale could work with Martin Damašek, a deacon in the Evangelical Church of the Augsburg Confession (ECAV.), pictured here.
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Continuing Education Opportunities |
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Grace Lutheran Church, in Auburn, MI will host a summer continuing education course June 14-16. The Rev. Eric R. Andrae will present "The Atheist Who Became a Bishop—Bo Giertz Is a Unique, Broad, and Deep Voice North Americans Need to Hear." To register or find out more information, please visit the Concordia Theological Seminary website here or download the flier here.
Immanuel Lutheran Church in Alexandria, VA is excited to host a summer continuing education course August 2-4. Dr. Roland Ziegler will present on “Luther’s Bondage of the Will.” To register or find out more information, please visit the Concordia Theological Seminary website here. |
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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).
Please pray for Rev. Dr. Timothy Yeadon, New England District President. He has been hospitalized, struggling with health issues.
Prayers of thanksgiving on behalf of Rev. Brady Retzlaff (Living Hope, Racine, WI) and wife Deaconess Marissa on the birth of Maya Joy.
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.
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For more information, contact the English District Gift Planning Counselor Ron Grimm by phone (412)-584-7039 or email.
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Livestreamed/Recorded Services |
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We encourage everyone to take advantage of alternative opportunities to hear God’s word and to be blessed by the Divine Service. We have compiled a list of opportunities on the English District website that is continually updated.
If your congregation is recording or live streaming and is not included on this list, please email us at info@englishdistrict.org and let us know how people can access it.
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Church Secretary Position Available |
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Angelica Lutheran Church, Allen Park is looking for a Church Secretary
Part-time: 10 – 15 hours (M-T, 9am-Noon)
Supervisor: Pastor and Church Council
Qualifications : Administrative experience, Microsoft Excel, Communication skills, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, High school diploma or GED
For full Job Description, please contact the church at the email above.
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God will open the door this fall as Grove City College students meet with All Saints Campus Pastor, Rev. Larry K. Loree Jr. for Lunch with Luther.
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Grace, Redford, MI
Grace Lutheran Church welcomed new members by Letter of Transfer and through Rite of Adult Confirmation. Shown here with Rev. Timothy Halboth.
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Grace Lutheran Church welcomed baby Matteo through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. Pictured with proud parents is big brother Angelo and Rev. Timothy Halboth. |
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Peace, New Berlin, WI
Peace Lutheran Loving Hands Quilters made two quilts that incorporated the hand prints of students from Little Lambs Academy. The quilts will be given to two preschool families at an end-of-year raffle.
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Faith Preschool, Ft. Wayne, IN
Faith Preschool of Jacob's Well is celebrating 50 years of service to the community. Faith offers classes to 3 4, and 5 year olds as part of the ministry of Jacob's Well Lutheran Church. This year's enrollment is just under 150 preschool children. The school has flourished under the direction of Judy Berggren! Congratulations, and thank you for your faithful service to the Lord.
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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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