Prayer Requests

Chad and Heidi Woltemath (District Office), upon the passing of Heidi's father, Luther "Skip" Schultz, on March 22 … Rev. Dr. David P. E. and Patricia Maier (Historic Trinity, Detroit), upon the death of David's mother, Leah, on Saturday, March 28 … Rev. Roderick and Sheryl Schultz (St. Luke, Clinton Township), upon the death of Rod's grandmother, Evelyn Schultz, on March 19 … Rev. Zach and Katrina Holdorf (Redeemer, Jackson), upon the death of Katrina's grandmother and for Zach's grandfather who is with hospice ... Those recovering from the severe weather in Michigan over the past week … The Family and Friends of Dr. James Pagels (Commissioned Emeritus), who passed away on March 7 … This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: St. John's, Saint Johns; St. Stephen's, Shelby; St. Matthew, Spring Lake; St. Peter's, Rockford; North Dakota District.

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District News

NEW MEDITATIVE LENTEN RECORDINGS ON THE HYMNAL PROJECT

Explore the latest instrumental recordings with piano and saxophone. They are perfect for personal reflection or for use in worship services. Download or listen now at thehymnalproject.com.

JR. HIGH GATHERING REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

August 12-14 | Frankenmuth

Together. As followers of Jesus, it’s important to gather around God’s Word, love all people, serve those in our lives, and encourage our fellow followers to walk in God’s grace and light. All of that is better together. All of that is easier together. God designed us to be together. So let’s get together at the Jr. High Youth Gathering and celebrate God’s grace and mercy together!

Enrollment for your church group is now open. For more information, click here.

DISTRICT EVENTS

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EDUCATOR CALL LIST REQUESTS

The request form is now open for educator call lists for the 2025/26 school year. All requests must be submitted by completing the form on the bottom of this page.

OPEN SCHOOL POSITIONS

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

MULTIETHNIC SYMPOSIUM

May 6-7 | St. Louis, Mo.

Concordia Seminary St. Louis is holding its annual Multiethnic Symposium on May 6-7 under the theme Learning from Each Other, Catechesis That Raises Up Multiethnic Leaders for the Kingdom. Click here for information and registration.

BLACK MINISTRY FAMILY CONVOCATION

July 9-12 | Dallas, Texas

"Empowering and Advancing the Next Generation" is the theme of the conference, which is organized by the LCMS Black Clergy Caucus. Adults and youth are invited to attend. For more information and to register, click here.

LCMS INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS SHORT-TERM SUMMER SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

July 14-22 | South Africa

LCMS International Missions Short Term seeks volunteers to lead Bible camp for children in South Africa. For more information, click here.

REGISTRATION FOR BEST PRACTICES - HEARTLAND IS NOW OPEN!

August 10-12 | Frankenmuth

Each of us may serve the Lord in different ways, according to the gifts and callings He has given us. However, we all share a common need: to be encouraged by the Lord and by one another in our various callings. Join us for a time of ENCOURAGEMENT at Best Practices for Ministry—Heartland! Attendees, breakout leaders, and exhibitors are invited to register now. For more information and to register, click here.

More information on these and other congregation, school, and organization events can be found here.