Prayer Requests

Rev. Dan and Janelle Meckes (Journey, Oxford and Michigan District, Ann Arbor), upon the birth of a grandson, Oliver … This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Bethany, Detroit; Community, Flat Rock; St. John's, New Boston; St. Philips, Detroit; Shepherd of the Lakes, Brighton.



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District News

ARE YOU PLANNING A SUMMER RETIREMENT?

If the answer is yes, please let us know! If you are an ordained worker, please contact Laurie Brown at laurie.brown@michigandistrict.org. Commissioned workers should contact Jennifer Rumberger at Jennifer.rumberger@michigandistrict.org.They will send you the necessary paperwork and answer your questions.  

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Michigan District of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod is seeking applicants for an Assistant Business Manager. The position can be structured

to be either full-time or part-time. This position assists the Vice President of Finance in human resources, business, financial, and legal affairs of the Michigan District. Position requirements include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business with coursework in human resources, a minimum of five years’ experience in the area of human resources and/or finance, and outstanding relationship building and communication skills. You can download a full job description here. If interested, please mail your resumé to Mr. Chad Woltemath; Vice President of Finance; Michigan District, LCMS; 3773 Geddes Rd; Ann Arbor MI 48015 or email him at chad.woltemath@michigandistrict.org.

2024 CIRCUIT CONVOCATIONS

Circuit Convocations are scheduled in many Michigan District circuits. A Circuit Convocation is a setting in which congregational members in a geographical area join together to be inspired and encouraged as well as to learn. Convocations are held during a year in which there is no national or district convention. Your Circuit Visitor and/or your congregational pastor will have information on whether your circuit is hosting one. Please plan to attend!

THERE IS STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR SPRING COURSES

April | In Person and Online

Registration is open for the Michigan School of Missional Formation spring courses: Christian Caregiving and Office of the Ministry. Classes begin April 13, so don't delay! Register here >

SPECIAL FRIENDS CAMP

July 15-19 | Fenton

This is a camp for adults (18+) with developmental disabilities. For more information and to register, click here.

DISTRICT EVENTS

Click here for a full calendar of District events.

CUAA ALUMNI, FRIENDS, AND SUPPORTERS GATHERING

April 27 | Ann Arbor

Concordia University Ann Arbor is having an Alumni, Friends, and Supporters Chapel Service gathering on Saturday, April 27, at 12:30 p.m. Campus executive Rev. Dr. Ryan Peterson will be available afterwards for a Q&A session and to discuss the need to financially support this important ministry. Campus tours will be offered afterwards. If you can’t join us in person, you can livestream the event by clicking here. 

LHWL MUSICAL

April 26-27 | Westland

Lutheran Westland High School presents "I Never Saw Another Butterfly." For more information, click here.

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS, SAVE THE DATES! August 6 & 7 | Frankenmuth

Save the dates!

EC Directors Day - August 6

EC Conference - August 7

TEACHER OPENINGS

If you know of a teacher (commissioned or not), please share this document with him/her!

VACANCY LISTINGS

Requests to have a teaching position listed on our District website's vacancy listing can be made by completing this form.

OPEN SCHOOL POSITIONS

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

GIRLS OF GRACE CONCERT

April 13-14 | Frankenmuth

The St. Lorenz Girls of Grace Dance Ministry will present the concert Always Only Jesus, based on Hebrews 13:8. The concert will take place at the St. Lorenz Worship and Event center. Tickets are $10 and can be bought here or by calling 989.652.6141.

A LIFE SUMMIT

April 28 | Fowler

Join us on Sunday, April 28, 2-5 p.m. at St. Paul, Fowler to learn how we can be involved in continuing to share the message of the value of every human life. Speakers are Dr. Roni Grad and Rev. Paul Clark. This is a FREE event, but please RSVP to Rev. Clark at revpmclark@gmail.com or 517.420.4826

MODERN DAY SLAVERY IN MICHIGAN

May 5 | Clinton Township

Join St. Luke's showing of the documentary Stuck in Traffic: Modern Day Slavery in Michigan. Deb Ellinger, director of Elli's House, will lead a discussion after the movie. For more information, contact the church office at 586.791.1150.

LUTHERAN CHORALAIRES SPRING CONCERT SUPPORTS CUAA

May 18 | Livonia

The Lutheran Choralaires annual Spring Concert will be held on Saturday, May 18, at 4 p.m. at Christ Our Savior, Livonia. A freewill donation will be taken and all proceeds will be donated to the Concordia University Ann Arbor Department of Music and the Student In Need Fund. For further information, visit lutheranchoralaires.org/spring.

CARDS FOR DR. HOWARD KRAMER

Retired CUAA professor Dr. Howard Kramer will be turning 100 on June 3, 2024, and the family would like to shower him with at least 100 birthday greetings at a celebration on Memorial Day weekend. Please send cards no later than May 15 to:

Howard Kramer

c/o Michael Kramer

1702 Hayworth Ct.

Columbia, MO 65203

Feel free to share this information with anyone who would like to participate. 

SIGNING FOR THE DEAF

June 22 | Flint

This one-day workshop is for both beginners and advanced signers, as well as for the Deaf community. Join us at St. Paul, Flint from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 22. To register, click here.

CONGREGATION, SCHOOL, and OTHER ORGANIZATION EVENTS

Listings can be found here >