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Wednesday, May 16, 2012
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Times have changed! “Mission work” used to be understood only as something that “other people” do for us by venturing out to distant lands, preaching the gospel to people we only see in photographs. Today we need only to go out our front door to see a world of cultures and a society in general that is in great need of the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ alone!
Not only is mission work changing in “where” we do it; it is also changing in “how” we support it and “who” does it. The South Wisconsin District, one of 35 geographical regions in the U.S. that make up The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, is privileged to be a part of this important work, lending our support to over 30 different congregational and special ministries. It's exciting to realize that in this way we can extend ourselves and share our Lord and his love with so many more people. It's as if you and your church are right there at each mission location offering the love of Jesus through the people of God who are going where you and I cannot go.
Your mission offerings are an important element in allowing these good things to happen. We thank you! Take a look at some of the mission and ministry projects (PDF) that are especially in need of your prayer and support right now. If you have any specific questions that we can answer for you, please give our missions office a call at (414) 464-8101.
See our online giving information for pledges and gifts - available for organizations and individuals.
Together we are seeing the mission field surrounding us and, in bold witness of the gospel, we are impacting our changing and diverse communities. By God’s grace, we are, “Passionate believers… changing life!"
Times have changed! “Mission work” used to be understood only as something that “other people” do for us by venturing out to distant lands, preaching the gospel to people we only see in photographs. Today we need only to go out our front door to see a world of cultures and a society in general that is in great need of the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ alone!
Not only is mission work changing in “where” we do it; it is also changing in “how” we support it and “who” does it. The South Wisconsin District, one of 35 geographical regions in the U.S. that make up The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, is privileged to be a part of this important work, lending our support to over 30 different congregational and special ministries. It's exciting to realize that in this way we can extend ourselves and share our Lord and his love with so many more people. It's as if you and your church are right there at each mission location offering the love of Jesus through the people of God who are going where you and I cannot go.
Your mission offerings are an important element in allowing these good things to happen. We thank you! Take a look at some of the mission and ministry projects (PDF) that are especially in need of your prayer and support right now. If you have any specific questions that we can answer for you, please give our missions office a call at (414) 464-8101.
See our online giving information for pledges and gifts - available for organizations and individuals.
Together we are seeing the mission field surrounding us and, in bold witness of the gospel, we are impacting our changing and diverse communities. By God’s grace, we are, “Passionate believers… changing life!"
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Lutheran Church Extension Fund
Project School Zone live, a webcast series from Lutheran Church Extension Fund (LCEF), returns March 13 with a discussion of greats and gaffes in school marketing.
Successful Lutheran schools of all sizes have experienced marketing successes and marketing flops. If you’ve ever wondered about other schools’ mistakes or where they discovered real branding success, you won’t want to miss the next Project School Zone LIVE webcast from Lutheran Church Extension Fund.
Join in March 13, 2012, for “Best Practices School Marketing Lab." During this 45-minute, free webcast, three Lutheran school principals will each share an enormously successful tactic and one less-than-ideal tactic that have been part of their school marketing plans. The group will be facilitated by Gretchen Jameson, who runs purePR, a communications strategy firm that works with nonprofits as well as Lutheran elementary, early childhood and secondary schools to improve their communications efforts.
Monday, January 09, 2012 :: 2974 Views :: 0 Comments :: Announcements, Missions, Evangelism, Schools, President's office, Lutheran Church Extension Fund, Events, Stewardship, Business
Feb. 25, 2012
Divine Redeemer, Hartland
The “Passionate Leaders" conference is for pastors, principals, teachers and leaders of our congregations and schools. The day will provide learning and interaction with Synod representatives, District staff, and other mission leaders. You will gain many resources throughout the conference to "Multiply, Magnify, and Maximize" your ministries!
Cost is $25 per person or $75 per "church." Fee includes presenters, materials and lunch.
Brochure  • Register online
Demographic reports are offered through MissionInsite, LCEF's partner. When considering new mission opportunities, the data provided is essential to plan for growth, develop effective mission and ministry, plant new churches and reach more people. For established ministries, the data provided is essential in planning your marketing and communications plan, and reaching the appropriate audience.
MissionInsite's reports combine updated U.S. Census data, marketing research data and religious information to give you a complete and comprehensive look at the people in your community.
Monday, February 21, 2011 :: 9161 Views :: 0 Comments :: Announcements, Missions, Evangelism, Schools, Lutheran Church Extension Fund, Gift planning, Events, Stewardship, Business
SWD Passionate Leaders Conference
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011 • 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Lake Country Lutheran High School
There is still time to register!
NEW LOCATION, PLEASE NOTE!
Divine Redeemer Lutheran Church
N48W31385 State Road 83, Hartland 53027
(Approximately one mile west of Lake Country High) |
The passionate leaders conference is for all pastors, teachers and leaders of South Wisconsin District congregations. The day will provide learning and interaction with Synod representatives, District staff and other mission leaders. You will gain many resources throughout the conference to "Multiply, Magnify and Maximize" your ministries!
What is stewardship? How is stewardship perceived in your congregation? How can we teach stewardship in our congregations? How can I become a better steward with my time, talents and treasures? Where do I find stewardship resources? To get answers to these questions and more, attend the monthly stewardship learning community workshops at the South Wisconsin District office. Soon you will have "Growing stewards for missions."
Fifteen Lutheran Church Extension Fund outreach event grants available to South Wisconsin District organizations in 2008. Each grant is worth up to $1,000. LCEF is a nonprofit ministry of the LCMS whose fiscal year end operating results are put back into mission and ministry. All South Wisconsin District congregations, schools, and ministry organizations are eligible. The application deadline is March 15, 2008. Application form
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