Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ LCMC is an association of congregations. The local congregation is where the church becomes a concrete reality for God's people.

We are an association of congregations who are free in Christ, accountable to one another, rooted in the Scriptures and the Lutheran Confessions, and all working together to fulfill Christ's Great Commission to go and make disciples of all nations. We have a great respect for the reality that the church is where the people of God gather together around Word and Sacrament. At the same time, we are

joyously aware that each congregation is a part of the greater body of Christ. The actions of each congregation within our association reflect on our association as a whole. And the actions of our association reflect on the whole body of Christ. For this reason we have committed ourselves to a common set of ministry standards. Congregations have significant latitude in ordering and shaping ministry in their local setting, and we intentionally have made joining and leaving the association simple. We have also agreed to a disciplinary process for addressing congregations whose actions violate our agreed-upon statements of faith and practice.

There's only a few hours left to get the early bird rate when you register for our 26th Annual Gathering & Convention! S...
07/31/2026

There's only a few hours left to get the early bird rate when you register for our 26th Annual Gathering & Convention! Sign up online today at https://www.lcmc.net/annual-gathering.

This year's lineup includes:
- Keynote speakers David Zahl, Tara Beth Leach, and Mike Housholder will help us explore the topic of freedom in Christ as it relates to LCMC
- Breakout tracks for leaders in your congregation (learn more at https://www.lcmc.net/blog/were-unleashing-a-new-leadership-training-experience-at-our-2026-annual-gathering/a1143 )
- A dinner featuring cuisine from various regions around the world where LCMC has congregations and mission partners, plus a chance to hear from and connect with some of our international leaders
- Opportunities for worship, Bible study, fellowship, and networking with other people in the association

If you haven't already booked your hotel accommodations, here's a friendly reminder to do that as soon as you register!

It's time to "unleash" our Summer/Fall 2026 issue of By the Word! This edition highlights the many ways in which leaders...
06/18/2026

It's time to "unleash" our Summer/Fall 2026 issue of By the Word! This edition highlights the many ways in which leaders across our association are working to help build community and offer training, care, and resources to help LCMC church leaders thrive.

Keep an eye out for a printed copy in your mailbox in the coming weeks, or head on over to our website today for a digital copy to read online or share with your congregation. Happy reading! https://www.lcmc.net/newsletters

06/09/2026

Some of the most meaningful ministry happens around the table. Food creates connection and a table offers opportunity to gather, to share, to grow, and build meaningful relationships.

This October, we have a special night planned to gather together as brothers and sisters in Christ. A variety of foods will be offered alongside an international buffet to celebrate our global body of believers. Stories will be exchanged about God at work across the globe. Prayers will be lifted up for all who are serving in the Lord’s house. You won’t just be attending a dinner; you are actually engaging with international colleagues!

Save your seat for this event when you register for the Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ Annual Gathering. You’re not just signing up for a meal, but a missional movement to connect and celebrate what God is doing as He unleashes His church.

As the church, we are called to reflect the heart of Jesus. But sometimes, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, g...
05/01/2026

As the church, we are called to reflect the heart of Jesus. But sometimes, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, burnout, or other mental health conditions can interfere with our ability to effectively serve others. Or, we encounter somebody else experiencing one of these conditions, and it makes us feel uncomfortable because we don't fully understand how to help.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this week on the blog, we're sharing resources for anyone who might need help figuring out when and how to seek treatment, learning more about what you or a loved one may be experiencing, or challenging the stigma that often gets placed on people or things we don't understand. Check out our latest posts at: https://www.lcmc.net/blog/summaries.

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