by Kimberly Myers | Jan 13, 2026 | Family Life Ministry, Life Together
Family Life Ministry Moment Matilda Maschmeier “Mattie” to her church friends, “Til” at home, and “Grandma” to me, lived to the wonderful age of 102. Well, if you asked her, as soon as she had a birthday, she was already turning the next age, so she would say she was...
by Kimberly Myers | Dec 19, 2025 | Life Together
We asked your District Vice-Presidents to share a short Christmas devotion with you in the December Reporter. You can read the full Reporter, and subscribe to it by email, here on our website. First Vice-President, Rev. Michael Awe, Hope, South Sioux City O come, O...
by Kimberly Myers | Dec 9, 2025 | Family Life Ministry, Life Together
Family Life Ministry Moment “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” — John 1:5 There is something simple and wonderful about gathering around a candle. One can’t help being drawn in by the colorful, dancing glow of a flame. In the...
by Kimberly Myers | Nov 21, 2025 | Life Together, Stewardship and Generosity
Click here to make an end-of-year gift Do you itemize your charitable donations? With upcoming changes in deductions rules in 2026, if you’ve been planning a donation to the District, making it this year may offer you greater tax advantages. Consult with your...
by Kimberly Myers | Nov 5, 2025 | Family Life Ministry, Life Together
Family Life Ministry Moment As we look at our own busy schedules—and the full schedules of the families we serve—it can feel overwhelming to consider adding more to our days. But we are creatures of habit. Each day, certain routines are non-negotiable no matter how...
by Kimberly Myers | Oct 29, 2025 | Life Together, Resources for Congregations
Christmas is fast approaching so it’s time to spruce up your congregation’s website and social media presence. According to Lifeway Research, 84% of Lutheran congregations say their high-attendance event happens on Christmas Eve. Make a plan now to help people...
