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Jim Farrelly
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Older adult ministry assists congregations in their task of encouraging and nurturing older adults to fully develop and utilize their Christian faith, talents and spiritual gifts in ministry.
The South Wisconsin District older adult ministry committee encourages congregations and provides resources, models and direction to:
- Develop excitement for and understanding of how to utilize the spiritual gifts, skills, time and talents of older adults as resources within the church among pastors and congregational leaders.
- Help congregations plan, implement, sustain, and build older adult ministry program(s) around the functions of the congregation: worship, nurture, witness, stewardship, service, fellowship and health.
- Help congregations identify the physical, emotional, mental, social, developmental, and spiritual needs of older adults in their congregations and address these needs through ministry activities by the congregation.
- Help God's people recognize that the development of one's Christian faith is a lifelong commitment that requires continual nurturing and to inspire lifelong learning and abundant living.
- Promote a healthy understanding of the aging process as a blessing and gift from God our Creator by sensitizing people of all ages to the value of intergenerational activity and helping them work at developing relationships and partnerships across generations.
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What a Way... recruitment and retention of church workers
 What a Way is an initiative to encourage active recruitment and retention of church workers as an integrated part of the LCMS culture and lifestyle in our congregations.
Sunday school teachers' workshops
... to Make a Difference
This year’s SWD Sunday school teachers' workshops will explore a resource that will teach your students how they can share the Gospel where they are at right now and introduce them to the possibility of doing the same in their vocation in the years ahead.
Racine students design crosses for LuWiSoMo
Wednesday, June 18, 2008 :: 501 Views :: Schools
 The "Working with Woods II" students of Racine Lutheran High School designed and constructed 26 wooden crosses that were donated to Camp LuWiSoMo in Wild Rose to be placed in various buildings located at the camp. Members of the class (left to right) are: Evan Zimmerman, Zach Dukquits, Dylan Kobriger, R.J. Hugasian, Mike Nikolai, and instructor Nate Bickel.
2008 professional church workers' conference
Nov. 5-7, 2008
Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells
"Such confidence we have through Christ before God" (2 Cor. 3:4, TNIV)
For details, schedule, lodging, registration and more, click here!
Lutheran Schools Day at Miller Park 2008 sells out tickets
Tickets sold out early for Lutheran Schools Day at Miller Park on May 10, 2008. The game was very well attended with over 1,100 people from 36 schools and churches.
$20.5 million in financing secured for new Lake Country Lutheran High School
The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee (LHSAGM) has selected Thrivent Financial for Lutherans to provide $20.5 million in financing for a new facility for Lake Country Lutheran High School. The loan officially closed in January, marking an important milestone for the $30 million building project already underway in Hartland. The loan is also the largest ever provided under Thrivent Financial’s 105-year-old lending program focused on Lutheran churches and institutions.
James Van Dellen named LEA distinguished Lutheran elementary teacher
James R. Van Dellen, eighth-grade teacher and vice principal at Our Redeemer Lutheran School in Wauwatosa, is the 2008 Lutheran Education Association (LEA) distinguished Lutheran elementary teacher.
CUW and MTM offer educational technology masters online and on campus
Monday, February 18, 2008 :: 1159 Views :: Schools
A masters of science in education—educational technology is now available online and on campus through Concordia University Wisconsin. Learn how to facilitate 21st century learning, how to design engaging learning environments and how to prepare youth for Christian life in the digital world. CUW Lutheran teacher grants and Ministry Technology Mentor scholarships make this program very affordable to professional church workers. Brochure 
Fifth graders from Immanuel, Brookfield, send children's books to Nigeria
 Olivia Versteegh and Kalie McCaughn from Immanuel Lutheran School in Brookfield came to the District office to help load their books for the shipment to Nigeria with Gui Kasongo Kabeo (left), Mission Executive Rev. Daniel McMiller, and their teacher, Paul Gohde.
The Golden Compass
 The controversial new film The Golden Compass opened Dec. 7 in theaters across America. What are we to make of it? Click on the following link for a commentary offering background and guidance for Christian families. Commentary
Mission strategy of our schools
Schools serve as an outreach to the community. Click here for the November 2007 Evangelgram—a monthly publication highlighting outreach efforts in LCMS congregations.
Grace Place Retreats
Wednesday, August 08, 2007 :: 2910 Views :: Schools
 Grace Place Lutheran Retreats provides a haven for Lutheran pastors, teachers, ministers of music and other professional church workers and their spouses through education, restoration and recreation. During the week-long retreat, you will learn new ways to be healthy, and enjoy rest and fellowship. The couple will walk away from the week renewed in body, mind, and spirit.
Ministry Technology Mentor grant opportunities
Wednesday, July 18, 2007 :: 2460 Views :: Schools
MTM new school members - get a free year of membership (certificates available, limited quantity).
MTM current school members - $200 grants (limited number available).
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