The retirement process can be complex, so the Michigan District and the financial education team from Concordia Plans are hosting a pre-retirement workshop for individuals serving in LCMS ministries. Who should attend? Workers enrolled in the Concordia Retirement Plan pension, especially those age 50 or older who are thinking about retirement. Spouses may also attend! Topics include: […]
Do we live in such a way that people are curious about what motivates us to live distinctively different lives? And if they did ask us, would we be prepared to give an account of the hope that is within us? Don’t miss our Congregational Ministry Summit that will help you both be better enabled […]
It is that time of year for our annual Snow Tire Conference. We will again be in Frankenmuth at the Bavarian Inn Lodge. You will find the usual agenda items, and this year we will be having an engaging discussion on Friday, learning from two new books dealing with this question: How do we as […]
Pete Prochnow, Director of Worship Arts & Community Engagement for the Michigan District, invites you to come with him to Beyond the Breakwater in Midland at Messiah Church. Beyond the Breakwater is all about mobilizing the church and caring for your community. After gathering at Messiah for an introduction to the philosophy behind the ministry, you will spend […]
Join us for the second annual All Nations Celebration at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Haslett—a joyful gathering that highlights the beauty of cultures coming together in their shared Christian faith and community. Experience a powerful worship service featuring choirs representing many different countries, and be inspired by heartfelt presentations from immigrants sharing their personal experience […]
Pete Prochnow, Director of Worship Arts & Community Engagement for the Michigan District, invites you to come with him to Beyond the Breakwater in Midland at Messiah Church. Beyond the Breakwater is all about mobilizing the church and caring for your community. After gathering at Messiah for an introduction to the philosophy behind the ministry, you will spend […]
The Katie, a Michigan District conference for pastors’, deacons’ and vicars’ wives and widows, is designed with prayer and love for this unique group of women. God has blessed the District with an amazing collection of highly creative and deeply committed leaders who have a passion for these women who stand beside their husbands. Join […]
Pete Prochnow, Director of Worship Arts & Community Engagement for the Michigan District, invites you to come with him to Beyond the Breakwater in Midland at Messiah Church. Beyond the Breakwater is all about mobilizing the church and caring for your community. After gathering at Messiah for an introduction to the philosophy behind the ministry, you will spend […]
The Old Testament prophet Habakkuk asked God to answer deep and troubling questions. “O Lord, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not hear? Or cry to you ‘Violence!’ and you will not save? Why do you make me see iniquity, and why do you idly look at wrong? Destruction and violence […]
Church and school secretaries, administrative assistants, and business managers are invited to the 2026 Office Personnel Conference! This year’s theme, “Sharing Our Hope” (Romans 12:12), reminds us of the strength we find in Christ and the joy we share as we serve together in His mission. Join us for uplifting worship, engaging workshops, meaningful connections, […]
