"The shape and requirements of transitions today: lead, follow, or get out of the way!" Serving as an IIP today is not like it was five years ago or twenty years ago! The new contexts and post-Christendom culture demand missionary thinking and transitions in ourselves and our people that go beyond a change in pastors. […]
One of the perks of being a pastor is spending time in the Word. Yes, a lot of it is simply “work.” But can you study a pericope and NOT discover something new? And, often enough, an hour or two has suddenly gone by and we get to sit back with a smile and say […]
Jesus says, “and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). We live in a world where each individual philosophy is dropping “truth bombs:” from hair to food; from clothing to identity. It is not that young people have no truths—it is that they are faced with thousands of […]
Share the GOSPEL with NASCAR Fans Join us at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Mich. on Sunday, June 9, 2019 for a Sunrise Worship Service at 9:45 a.m. You can attend only the worship service in Fan Plaza for FREE. If you would like to attend the MIS Races there are several ticket options available. […]
Lutherans! Let’s love on Detroit! The week of June 23-29 is going to be one of the busiest for Camp Restore Detroit (CRD) this summer. The Michigan District is helping recruit hundreds of volunteers to serve in all the areas that are asking for the camp’s assistance. Are you interested in a mission trip but […]
The 2019 National Youth Gathering is upon us! 1. Michigan District T-shirt We would love to have ALL groups represent our great state by buying and wearing our very own Michigan District NYG T-shirt! Plan to wear them on Sunday, July 14th! That is the day of our Michigan District Event at Concordia University, St. […]
The 67th Convention of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod will be held in Tampa, Florida July 20-25, 2019. Information regarding nominations, resolutions, the national offering, and more can be found at lcms.org. Convention Livestream
The Michigan District encourages you to attend The Summit, a gathering place created to promote connectivity for shared learning, common support, and professional inspiration. The conference is presented by the Center for Worship Leadership from Concordia University Irvine (formerly known as Worship Arts Leadership Institute). It is intentionally designed to address the needs of worship […]
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This August we once again gather together as Lutheran principals at Higgins Lake. Ted Neitzke will be our keynote speaker, challenging and encouraging us in our leadership as we look at how leaders change the direction and influence others. We have a packed agenda full of fun, fellowship, and professional growth!
We are excited for you to join us at our Michigan District Early Childhood Conference this summer! Dr. Rebecca Isbell will be our keynote speaker, focusing on “Nurturing the 4 C’s in Young Children to be Creative Communicators, Collaborators, and Critical Thinkers.” We’ll also have a variety of breakout sessions and a full day of […]
