“Heart for Texas” Provides Hurricane Relief
Nearly 200,000 homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Harvey, nearly 100,000 in the Houston metro area alone. Something had to be done. So three congregations took the lead in
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Stories from the Road
One week of adventure traversing the great state of Texas has taught me something about our Texas District: Every ministry is a story of the Gospel; every person can be
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LIVING FEARLESSLY: Facing New Seasons
What is striking fear in your heart these days? You may remember Jesus’ parable of the talents in Matthew chapter 25: A wealthy business owner entrusted his employees with treasure.
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Firmly Standing, Boldly Sending
The Apostle Paul encourages Timothy saying, “But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry,” 2 Tim. 4:5 Even though all Christians are
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Sharing the Gospel Online
God is good! When we began a new ministry called Salem Church Online 20 months ago, we didn’t know what to expect. We trusted that God would use the technology
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Using Your Platform
In a previous blog, I asked the question, “What’s your platform?” (You can read it here) Another important question is: “How will you use your platform?” How will you steward
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Miracles in Texas
No doubt, you’ve heard the depressing statistics: church attendance is dropping, millennials are staying away from organized religion, and there is a rising number of people unaffiliated with any church.
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From 2004 to 2017, 122 new LCMS churches were started in the Texas District. We praise God for this blessing and the thousands of people who are now hearing the
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Rev. Michael Newman Elected As President of Texas District
On Thursday, June 14, 2018, Rev. Michael Newman was elected at the 61st Texas District Convention as the next president of the Texas District effective September 1, 2018. Newman is
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Come As You Are
The Dwelling, a church where you can “come as you are.” The Dwelling’s dress code? “Wear some clothes!” Cool tattoos? “This church thinks they’re awesome!” Whether it’s what you’re wearing,
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