SELK pastoral convention offers clarity on ordination
SELK's 2025 General Pastoral Convention. GERMANY – The Independent Evangelical Lutheran Church (Selbständige Evangelisch-Lutherische Kirche – SELK) in Germany held its 15th General Pastoral Convention in Hofgeismar from June 23-27, 2025, during which time the clergy...
Bolivian Lutherans celebrate fellowship with LCMS
ICEL President Limberth Fernández preaches for a Divine Service celebrating the recognition of fellowship between the ICEL and the LCMS. Photo: LCMS/Sarah Hjulberg. Dominican Republic – The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and the Evangelical Christian Lutheran...
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