Prayer Requests

Rev. James and Lois Redmann (Grace, Elk Rapids), upon the birth of a great-grandson, Mason, on March 2 … Jill and Matthew Bronner (St. Lorenz, Frankenmuth), upon the death of Matthew's mother, Anne, on March 1 ... The family and friends of Dr. John Haubenstricker (former Credentialed Deacon at Ascenion, Lansing), who passed away on March 13 ... Shikina Bodley (wife of Rev. Chris Bodley, A2E and Bethany, Detroit), who is recovering from surgery ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Chapel of the Lakes, Mecosta; Our Savior, Lansing; St. Andrew, Portland; St. John, Ionia; Trinity, Muskegon.

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District News

CANDIDATES ANNOUNCED FOR SYNOD PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENTS

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod Secretary, Rev. Dr. John W. Sias, has announced the names of the candidates for the Synod president, first vice-president, and regional vice-presidents. The official notice is available here. Every LCMS congregation has two votes for the Synod President: its pastor, who is called and installed, and a lay delegate vote. To cast a vote, they must each be registered by March 19, 2023, or the congregation’s voice will be lost. Click here to see if your congregation is registered to vote. The presidential election will take place from June 17 to July 11, 2023, and results will be announced by July 15.

MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF MISSIONAL FORMATION SPRING QUARTER COURSES NOW OPEN

The Classic Plus courses for those studying to be deacons, ministry assistants, or plan to enter the SMP program begin in April at Trinity, Davison. “Doctrine II,” taught by Rev. Dr. Bob Shultz, starts on April 1 and “Leadership,” taught by Dr. Gary Pawlitz, starts on April 23. These are also open to any layperson wanting to grow in serving the Lord. For more information or to register, please contact Al Renard at al.renard@michigandistrict.org or 734.751.3458.  

THE KATIE REGISTRATION DEADLINE APPROACHING

April 21-23 | Bay City

If you haven't registered for The Katie, now is the time to do it! For more information and to register, click here.

CHURCH WORKER WELLNESS WORKSHOP - SAVE THE DATE

June 29 | Haslett

Put June 29 on your calendar! More information coming soon.

HEARTS FOR JESUS

February/March are typically the months that many of our schools focus on the

Hearts for Jesus initiative we support as a collective group of schools in the Michigan

District. Since 1972, Michigan District schools have raised over 1.7 million dollars to various organizations. The recipient of this school year’s efforts is World Mission.

OPEN SCHOOL POSITIONS

For the latest roster changes and vacancy listing, click here.

"IS IT I?"

March 25 | Haslett

St. Luke, Haslett is presenting the living dramatization of Leonardo Da Vinci's THE LAST SUPPER. There will be two performances on Saturday, March 25, at 3 and 7 p.m. For more information, click here.

LUTHERAN LUNCHEON CLUB OF METRO DETROIT

April 23 | Detroit

The Lutheran Luncheon Club of Metro Detroit will celebrate its 75th anniversary at Historic Trinity, Detroit. Reservations can be made by contacting Herb Engling at 734.591.0224. Ticket cost is $35/person, which includes a catered dinner, open bar, music by the Lutheran Choralaires, and a program that will highlight the club’s history and its

accomplishments.

CAMPUS MINISTRY SUMMIT

May 22-23 | East Lansing

The third campus ministry summit will take place at Martin Luther Chapel on the MSU campus. Join other campus ministry professionals for two days of sharing, encouragement, and conversation around the task of making disciples on college campuses. There is no registration fee for this event. Monday supper and Tuesday breakfast will be provided. You will need to arrange for transportation and housing on your own. Register here >

CONGREGATION & SCHOOL EVENTS

Listings can be found here >