Prayer Requests

The family and friends of Rev. Darowin Cordes (Emeritus), who passed away on February 4 … The family and friends of Donald A. Vogt (retired; previously served Lutheran High School Association and Concordia University Ann Arbor), who passed away on February 10 … The family and friends of R. Dwain Grimpo (Commissioned Emeritus), who passed away on February 12 … The family and friends of Ruth Gugel (Commissioned Emeritus), who passed away on July 23, 2024 … Rev. Randy and Lynne' Johnson (District Office, Ann Arbor), upon the death of Randy's sister, Paulette Mott, on February 14 … This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Zion, Mt. Pleasant; Nebraska District; Pilgrim, Essexville; St. John, Port Hope; Immanuel, Sebewaing.

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District News

INFORMATION REGARDING RECENT GOVERNMENT ACTIONS

Immigration: Many have asked about what to do with issues revolving around recent developments regarding immigration. The LCMS has put together a document that may be of help to schools and congregations. Suggested Guidelines on the Occasion of Law Enforcement coming on campus.

Government Cutbacks: We’ve been in close contact with Dave Gehm at Wellspring Lutheran Services and understand that they, together with other similar agencies in Michigan and across the nation, have not seen any funding freezes or cuts at this time. They are monitoring this closely, but expect no interruption in services or programs in the near term given the information they are receiving from key contacts in Washington.

A Note for All of Us: We count on individual Christians and congregations to act in love toward all people, be subject to those in authority, and be led by the Holy Spirit though the Word to make specific decisions in specific situations. 

CHURCH AND SCHOOL OFFICE PERSONNEL

Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey if you haven’t already done so. We appreciate your time in helping us better understand the software tools you use in your ministries. Your input will help us tailor breakout sessions at the Office Personnel Conference to best meet your needs. Thank you!

REGISTER NOW FOR THE ALL NATIONS CELEBRATION

March 15 | Haslett

This event will bring together sojourners and immigrants, congregations, and ministry organizations for worship, learning, and networking. It will take place on Saturday, March 15 at St. Luke, Haslett. For more information and to register, click here.

NORTH AND EAST PASTORS CONFERENCE

May 20-21 | Frankenmuth

The keynote speaker for the N&E Pastors Conference is Rev. Dr. Andrew Steinmann, who taught Hebrew at CUAA and CUC. Join us and learn from this amazing scholar. For more information and to register, click here.

DISTRICT EVENTS

Click here for a full calendar of District events.

PROTECTING YOUR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL'S MISSION

February 26 | Live Stream

Join Alliance Defending Freedom's livestream on Wednesday, February 26, at 12 p.m. ET. Learn how to strengthen your admissions and handbook policies, why faith-based hiring policies matter, how to navigate gender identity issues in athletics, and create athletic policies that align with your biblical values. Register here.

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.

LIFE SUMIMIT

April 27 | Fowler

Join Lutherans for Life of Michigan at this year's Life Summit and learn from

Rev. Dr. Peter Scaer, Michelle Bauman, and Rev. Paul Clark on how you can proclaim and defend the value of every human life. This is a free event. Please RSVP by sending an email to revpmclark@gmail.com or call/text to 517.420.4826.

CONCERTS

Concordia University Chicago Wind Symphony

March 2 | St. Matthew, Grand Rapids

Valparaiso University Choir & Orchestra

March 4 | Our Savior, Lansing

Girls of Grace

April 12-13 | St. Lorenz, Frankenmuth

CONFERENCES

Prayerfully Consider Visit

March 20-22 | Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne, Ind.

Doxology - In His Image

May 10 | St. Stephen, Waterford

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