Called to Glory

Rev. Dr. James C. Zwernemann (former Bishop and President of the LCMS Atlantic District) passed away peacefully on March 30. He touched lives in many ways: as a Lutheran Pastor, community leader, mentor, friend, husband, father, BBQ expert, Eagle Scout, athlete, and doting Pop Pop. He truly loved God, his family, his country, and the great state of Texas. As we rejoice in the salvation that is ours by grace in Christ Jesus, please pray for all who grieve and look forward to the day of Christ's return in glory.

Rev. James Leggett (Our Savior, Ft. Lauderdale, FL) was called home to Jesus on April 3. Please pray for his wife, Anna, as well as their family and friends. The memorial service for Rev. Leggett will be held at Holy Cross, North Miami, FL, on April 14 at 4 pm.

Prayers

Rev. Timothy Brown (Christ the King Lutheran Church, Orlando, FL) had successful hip replacement surgery on March 28. Please pray for a full recovery and healing.

Rev. Murray Brindle (Emeritus) is home and waiting for a liver transplant. Please pray for his body to heal and pray for the process of a transplant to be swift.

Please pray for Roy Heflin (DCE Emeritus) as he continues to wait for kidney transplant surgery. His health has recently improved. Please visit Roy’s Caring Bridge site often to stay updated and share messages of encouragement and support.

Join together in prayer as we prepare to gather in worship, study, and celebration while focusing on the mission of Christ at the FLGA District Convention in June. May the undeserved grace of God, through Christ, that we receive daily compel us to share this same message with urgency and joy! Please pray over the convention preparations, delegates, overtures, and those nominated for leadership.

Please pray for our nation as the transition of leadership continues. May the Lord guide those making decisions to do so with concern for the well-being of our nation as a whole, those in need of the programs/services, and those who serve faithfully as civil servants.

For those serving in our Armed Services, particularly those in active war zones such as the Middle East/Mediterranean, South China Sea, and elsewhere. The extended tours of duty, staffing shortages, and dangerous, stress-filled environments impact many of our men and women. Pray for their safety, well-being, mental and spiritual health, and peace.

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Important Details:

• Voting delegates must be credentialed and registered (two separate processes), and payment must be secure to complete the registration process.
• Voting delegates must have a smart device (iPhone, Android, tablet) or laptop computer to vote and access documents at the Convention.  
• Guests must register and pay!
• The hotel website allows you to book your hotel rooms online.
• A group rate has been negotiated to include three pre- and three post-convention days. Group Rate: $169 per night for single or double occupancy Additional fee for triple or quad occupancy.

Lenten Devotions 2025

The season and journey of Lent are gifts for EVERYONE. With the decline of Christianity and even spirituality in our culture, Lent is one of those ancient practices that people easily say, "It's not for me." But it is. Lent is a season of reflection, discovery, transparency, forgiveness, personal growth, and being drawn closer to Christ as our Savior and Redeemer!

Throughout the 40 days of Lent, the goal of the daily scripture readings and devotions written by your District Staff, Board, and Circuit Visitors is to encourage and bless you as you listen to God in His Word, think about all Jesus has done for you, and integrate these teachings into your lives. 

Visit the District website to learn more and sign up!

Submit Your Stories & Pictures

Lutheran LIFE is an official communications publication of the Florida-George District LCMS. Lutheran LIFE is designed to inform LCMS church and school members of the activities, personalities, and resources offered by the Synod and the FLGA District.

You have the opportunity to submit stories from your congregation and ministries! Spread the love of Christ and share ideas with others. Click here to learn more!

The next deadline for submittal is May 15, 2025.

2025 Concordia 

Seminary 

Call Days

Anticipation is building for Call Day 2025! This is the day Concordia Seminary students will receive their first pastoral or diaconal ministry placements, and second-year students will receive their vicarage or internship assignments. You will be able to watch the services through live streaming.

Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN, Call Day will be April 28 & 29.

• Vicarage & Deaconess Internship Assignment:  Monday, April 28, 7 pm
• Candidate Call Service: Tuesday, April 29, 7 p.m.

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Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, MO, Call Day will be on April 30. You can join in person or live stream on Facebook or YouTube. There will be two services.

• Assignment of Vicarages at 4 pm EST.
• Assignment of Calls at 8 pm EST.

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Subscription Update from the FLGA District

The Florida-Georgia District is no longer processing Lutheran Witness subscriptions. 

To subscribe to or renew Lutheran Witness periodicals, please have your members contact Concordia Publishing House directly. The annual cost for each individual subscription is $24.99 for 11 issues.

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Summer Fill-In Pastor Needed—Tavernier, FL

Immanuel Lutheran Church, located in the Florida Keys on Tavernier, is seeking a summer fill-in Pastor to serve the months of June, July, and August. There is a stipend and Parsonage available.

Please contact Rev. Don Stier by email or call him at 612-720-4600 for further information. 

Upcoming

District Events

75th Anniversary Capital Campaign

Lenten Devotions 2025

2025 FLGA District Convention

2025 LCMS Youth Gathering

Events Around the District

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