2 Timothy 3:15 is a Biblical gem that many Christians treasure. It reassures them that even as they heard the Scriptures in their infancy, the Spirit had the power to work saving faith in their hearts. For many Christians around the world, though, it wasn’t until well after infancy that they first heard the name [...]

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“Then Samuel took a stone and set it up between Mizpah and Shen. He named it Ebenezer, saying ‘Thus far the Lord has helped us.’” 1 Samuel 7:12
Ebenezer. Probably a name most quickly associated in our minds with a grouchy, ungrateful, and complaining Christmas character. But historically, it has a totally different meaning: a thankfulness [...]

On Sunday, July 20, 2008, Alejandro Sánchez graduated from the Mexican Lutheran Seminary. He’s pictured above with Missionary Mike Hartman. A graduation ceremony for Alejandro was held during the closing service of the national convention (learn more about the convention here and here).
We are extremely grateful to have another pastor in Mexico! Alejandro will help [...]

They turned around to face the assembly in full celebration mode. Seven new pastors of All Saints Lutheran Church of Nigeria, resplendent in their new white gowns, purple stoles and starch-white clergy collars, managed broad smiles. A rousing cheer of joy rose from two hundred church members packed inside the Ishibori church, joined by another [...]

The LWMS visiting team has come home to the USA. Michelle Markgraf, Carol Egelseer, Sarah Malchow and Pastor Weiser arrived home on 26 April. Ima Udofia landed two days later, along with her husband Ikpe and son Anieti. They made a family trip of it, by flying along with Ima. And yes, it was great [...]