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Preparing for Eternal Life: A Gift for Your Family
Planning for the end of life can be difficult to think about, but thoughtful preparation can be one of the greatest gifts we give our families. Knowing that important decisions have been made ahead of time can bring peace of mind and relieve loved ones of added stress...
Fall Pastors Conference Registration Opens
This year's Indiana District Fall Pastors' Conference will be held OCTOBER 19-20, once again at the lovely Embassy Suites in Noblesville. Registration is now OPEN and runs through September 27, as does our hotel block at the Embassy Suites. Conference attendance is...
The Theology of the Cross
The Holy Gospel for this past Sunday in the three-year lectionary, St. Matthew 16:21-28, is perhaps the best and clearest example of the contrast between a “theology of glory” and the “theology of the cross,” such as Dr. Luther highlighted in the Heidelberg...
Ordained Calls and Vacancies – Updated September 2, 2026
CONGREGATIONS / RSOs CALLING OR GETTING READY TO CALL (SENIOR or SOLE): Note: Changes from last week's list are marked in colored font. ANDERSON, Christ - DILLSBORO, Trinity - called Rev. Kyle Richardson (candidate) - ACCEPTED FORT WAYNE, Praise - called Rev. Shawn...
Prayers – September 2, 2026
The Indiana District regularly prays for all of her rostered workers, congregations, and schools. This week we especially lift up Circuit 3 (LaPorte): Emmanuel, Wheatfield First Lutheran, Hanna Immanuel – Tracy, Hamlet Our Redeemer, Knox (and their Preschool) St....
Fellowship for “Katies” and “PKs” at the Fall Pastors Conference
The Katie Retreat Planning Committee has coordinated NEW opportunities for "Katies" (pastors' wives) and "PKs" (pastors' kids) to enjoy fellowship at this year's Fall Pastors Conference. Monday, Session #1 (1:05-2:10pm) As in past years, Katies and PKs are invited to...
Zoom Preview – Doctor of Ministry program at CSL
Wondering whether the Doctor of Ministry (D.Min.) Program is right for you? Join Concordia Seminary, St Louis for a special online preview to hear directly from a current student, a faculty member and an admissions representative. This one-hour session will give you:...
Keynote Speakers for 2026 Fall Pastors’ Conference
Keynote speakers for the 2026 Fall Pastors' Conference will be Rev. Heath Curtis, president of the Southern Illinois District, and Rev. Dr. Benjamin Mayes, associate professor of Historical Theology at CTSFW. Rev. Heath Curtis -- "Ordered Freedom" American...
Commissioned Calls and Vacancies Update August 31, 2026
Items that are NEW from the previous week are in this color. All listings are for next school year unless otherwise noted and in this color. Please contact the education office at education@in.lcms.org with any changes or updates. For more information on an opening,...