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Wednesday, May 14, 2008
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Welcome to the South Wisconsin District website! Our mission in South Wisconsin is to "connect, resource, and equip God’s people for bold witness to the Gospel of our Lord Jesus."

Whether you are looking for specific information or merely surfing the web, we pray that you are blessed by your time with us on this site.

There are a couple of Scripture passages that I encourage you to think about as you read through the information on this website. They are passages that define who we are as Missouri Synod Lutherans:

  • 1 Peter 2:9, "You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light."
  • Philippians 1:4-6, "In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus."
  • Jude 1:22-23, "Be merciful to those who doubt; snatch others from the fire and save them."

May our Lord bless you with his forgiveness and with opportunities for "bold witness to the Gospel!"

Rev. John C. Wille, President
South Wisconsin District—LCMS

 
May 6 live webcast of president's partnership breakfast  
More than 80 pastors gathered at the District office on Monday, May 6 from 8-10 a.m. for Rev. John Kieschnick's presentation from his book and ministry series, The Best is Yet to Come. For those not able to attend, the program was broadcast live on the internet. Check back for archive video of the event later this month.   Photo gallery
  

April e-news. The monthly "President's e-Newsletter" includes timely news about SWD missions and other ministries, board of directors highlights and financial information, pastors calls and vacancies and more. 

 
 Announcements
School principals are invited to June 17-19 funding academy in Egg Harbor
National Lutheran School Funding Academy
Landmark Resort, Egg Harbor, WI • June 17-19, 2008
The Academy is an intense, three day workshop which will empower the participants to understand their current methods of school funding, compare their model to that used by others and expand their knowledge to improve and enhance their local operation. There are many facets to a well-funded school. During these three days, participants will have the opportunity to explore a wide array of practical topics that will chart the direction for their schools for years to come! The target audience is the school adminstrator.  Leaders from early childhood, elementary and high schools, pastors and board members will greatly benefit from the academy.
 
 
2008 Spring cleaning giveaway
Hurry! Many items must go! It's spring cleaning time and District office staff are clearing up clutter. That's good news if you or your ministry are in need of what we don't have room to store any longer. Items range from tables to VCRs. First come, first haul away. Click here for a current list of available items. Please call (414) 464-8100 or e-mail swd@swd.lcms.org to request an item or get more information. Pickup between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 8100 W. Capitol Dr., Milwaukee.
 
 
"Fun in the sun": Not your typical spring break

When you think of college students in Mexico on spring break what images come to mind? You probably picture students having fun and soaking up the sun on the beach. Well a group of eight college students, two recent graduates and two staff people from Madison’s Calvary Chapel campus ministry went to Mexico for spring break. It was anything but a typical vacation. We went on a mission trip to Saltillo, Mexico. The purpose of the trip was to help one of the local churches with some painting and VBS. (Click the read more link for a photo gallery.)
 Around the District: Church and school news
Menomonee Falls church offers free school tuition


Rev. Tim Lamkin at Zion, Menomonee Falls, where free tuition to nonmembers is being offered to increase school enrollment and fulfill the church's mission.
"[I]n an effort to stem a steady decline in enrollment and to fulfill what they see as a primary mission of their church, [Menomonee Falls]church members overwhelmingly voted this month to let families send their children to Zion Lutheran School for free whether they are members of the church or not.

"'We wanted to do something to stimulate some enthusiasm and excitement for enrollment,' said Zion Pastor Tim Lamkin, who took over leadership of the 500-member church last summer. 'We're stepping out in faith. It's part of our mission and our ministry'" (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel).  Read more  

 
  

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