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Michigan District, LCMS

Weekly E-newsletter | January 7, 2025

People of Hope: Encouraged, Connected, and Unstoppable


We are People of Hope. We believe that Jesus continues to do what He has done: build His Kingdom in us and through us. While it might not always look like it, that is the case. We are certain of it even if we cannot see it. That is what it means to be People of Hope.


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Prayer Requests

Dawn Heins (St. Paul, Royal Oak), in thanksgiving upon the birth of a granddaughter, Delta Renea O'Neill, December 10 ... The family and friends of Rev. David Franzmeier (Emeritus, LCMS Minnesota North District, served Hope, DeWitt 1968-76), who passed away on December 11 … the family and friends of Rev. Dr. Paul Hunsicker (Emeritus, LCMS North Wisconsin District, served St. John, Adrian 1984-87) … the family and friends of Rev. Dr. Richard J. Shuta (Emeritus), who passed away on January 4 … This week's congregations, schools, and ministries: Trinity, Monroe; St. Mark's, West Bloomfield; Hosanna-Tabor, Redford; Minnesota South District; St. Paul's, New Boston.


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District News

BEYOND THE BREAKWATER - 2025 EVENTS

Save the dates and plan to join us for one of these: January 21, February 25, or March 18, 2025. For more information and to register, click on the respective date.

"WE ARE NOT ALONE" - EXPLORE THE MEDIA KIT WITH PROMO VIDEO

February 1 | Lansing

We Are Not Alone is less than a month away! Please share and invite your church leaders and members to attend. A full media kit, including a short promo video, is available for your online, digital, and print needs. Click here to register or for more information. On site and livestream registration available.

2025 DISTRICT CONVENTION DEADLINES

Circuit Visitor nominations must be made one day prior to your circuit forum, which must take place before January 31, 2025. Nominations for District president and vice presidents must be made by February 22, 2025. Please schedule your congregational voters' meeting as necessary to accommodate these deadlines. More information, position descriptions, and forms can be found here.

REGIONAL PASTORS CONFERENCES COMING UP

May | Frankenmuth

Save the dates:

West - May 6-7

South and East - May 13-14

North and East - May 20-21

MICHIGAN SCHOOL OF MISSIONAL FORMATION

Applications for enrollment to the Michigan School of Mission Formation (MSMF) are now being accepted. For more information and to enroll, click here

Also, it's not too late to register for the Winter Quarter courses. Doctrine I begins January 11 and Teaching the Faith begins January 18. All laity are invited, especially those who teach Bible studies and those interested in developing a deeper understanding of Christian doctrine. For more information and to register, click here.  

LUTHERAN WITNESS STILL AVAILABLE!

The deadline for submitting new orders or renewals for The Lutheran Witness subscriptions has passed, but you can still get your information to the District office before January 15 or as soon as possible! Subscription cost is now $23.20. If you have questions, please contact Stacy Furgerson at 888.225.2111 ext. 238 or stacy.furgerson@michigandistrict.org. If you do NOT have any subscribers, please still return the paperwork you received for our records. Thank you.

DISTRICT EVENTS

Click here for a full calendar of District events.

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

MARCH FOR LIFE

January 24 | Washington, D.C.

Learn about how to join LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison, Michigan District Vice President Rev. Erik Cloeter, and other Lutherans at the national March for Life in Washington, D.C. on January 24, 2025. For more information and to register, click here.

REGISTER NOW FOR BEST PRACTICES IN MINISTRY!

February 13-15 | Phoenix, AZ

With less than two months left, the organizers need you to register soon so they can prepare for the right number of attendees. Register here (it's free!).

HOST A BIBLE TRANSLATION SUNDAY!

Inspire your church to make an impact on Bible translation by inviting individuals and families to join you in the mission to let the world know "God speaks your language." Explore next steps at LBT/org/BTS.

CONGREGATION, SCHOOL, and OTHER ORGANIZATION EVENTS

Listings can be found here >

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