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Michigan District, LCMS

Weekly E-newsletter | January 21, 2025

Listen for the Lies


An alarming study from Gallup published in February 2023 showed that roughly half of all Americans believe the news is given to intentionally mislead or misinform the public. Given the state of our political system, I can only imagine that percentage has increased in the past two years. And, even though there aren’t any official polls to show it, this mistrust extends to all areas of our lives. It seems that, no matter who is speaking, we are primed to listen for lies.


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Prayer Requests

All those affected by the California wildfires ... Rev. Marc Schwichtenberg (St. John, Rochester), who is recovering from surgery ... Rev. Steven Thiel (Emeritus), who is hospitalized … Steven Wright (father of Rev. Chad Wright, Trinity, Utica), who had successful heart surgery ... This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Trinity, Reed City; Missouri District; Zion, Holland; St. Andrew, Portland; St. Luke, Nunica.


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District News

ATTENTION EMERITI!

The deadline for completing your annual reporting form is January 31. Commissioned Emeriti should have received a mailed copy of their form in December. Ordained Emeriti have a digital form that can be completed by you or someone else representing you. Instructions can be found here.

DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER FOR THE "WE ARE NOT ALONE" CONFERENCE!

February 1 | Lansing

In-person attendees will receive a copy of the book Loved and Sent by speaker Rev. Jeff Cloeter. Join us to experience "We Are Not Alone!" For more information and to register, click here.

SEEKING HOSPITALITY AND CULINARY SERVICES

Join us this summer in Ann Arbor as we gather as a church community! From June 22-24, 2025, we have a special opportunity to support and nourish our hardworking convention delegates and volunteers. Are you a bakery, creamery, or restaurant owner? We’d love your help in providing delicious meals during this time; or, does your church have a “Holy Smokers” BBQ team? If so, we’d love to hear from you! For more details or to get involved, please complete this form or contact Debbie Cameron via email or 734.665.3791 ext. 234. Let’s come together to make this gathering truly special!

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES RESPONSE

The most effective ways to help right now are to pray and donate. For updated information and to make a donation towards emergency relief, click here.

DISTRICT EVENTS

Click here for a full calendar of District events.

Hidden in Disability


When my sister was born at 23 weeks, the doctor did not want to resuscitate her, knowing she would have many disabilities in the unlikely event she survived. Disability can be a darkness for us both, [but] through God’s grace, light shines in the darkness. God can use disability to bless us by using it as an opportunity to draw us closer to Him, spread joy and enthusiasm, and show our true value in Christ.


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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.

Other News and Events

CONCORDIA INVITATIONAL TOURNAMENT (CIT) 2025

January 24-25 | Ann Arbor

CIT brings together men's and women's basketball teams, cheer and dance teams, and pep bands of Concordia Wisconsin, Ann Arbor, Chicago, and Nebraska. Alumni, students, and friends are invited to join us for this good-natured rivalry among Concordias. For more information and to purchase tickets, click here.

MARCH FOR LIFE

January 25 | Washington, D.C

Participate in the National March for Life on January 25 in Washington, D.C. For more information, click here.

Featured speakers include Lila Rose, Bethany Hamilton, Governor Ron DeSantis, and LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew Harrison.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH SEMINAR:

CALLINGS FOR LIFE

February 8 | Grand Rapids

Messiah, Grand Rapids is hosting Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Leininger at this free seminar. For more information or to register, click here.

FAITH OF OUR FATHERS CONFERENCE

February 28 | Collinsville, IL

This is a conference for laity and pastors. Join us for good theology, fellowship, and fun. For more information and to register, click here.

MERCY: LOVE THROUGHOUT LIFE

March 14-15 | CA, FL, MO, and online

The conference, hosted by LCMS National Mission, will take place in three different states. Sessions will be livestreamed and a Spanish track will be available. For more information and to register, click here.

GIRLS OF GRACE CONCERT

April 12-13 | Frankenmuth

The Girls of Grace Concert, My God Can!” will occur on April 12 at 1 and 5 p.m. and April 13 at 3 p.m. General admission tickets are $10 on the St. Lorenz website or by calling the church office (989.

652.6141). Social organizations or churches that have outreach ministries may call 989.652.0770 for more

information about free ticket vouchers. We hope you will join us!

CONGREGATION, SCHOOL, and OTHER ORGANIZATION EVENTS

Listings can be found here >

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CHURCH AND CHILDCARE CENTER OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Ascension of Christ, Beverly Hills (English District LCMS) has a part-time (30 hrs/wk), position open. Pay is $20-22/hr and includes benefits. If you're excited about using your talents to serve and contribute to the growth of God's kingdom in the world, we encourage you to submit your resume to info@ascensionofchrist.org or apply through Indeed.

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