LCMS Calendar

FORO — Dominican Republic
2027-03-04 00:00 - 2027-03-07 23:59 (America/Chicago)
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in the Dominican Republic on March 4-7, 2027.
What is a FORO?
A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.
When do FOROs occur?
Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.
Why are FOROs needed?
Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.
To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact
Dana Stigdon, LCMS Missionary
dana.stigdon@lcms.org

Annunciation of our Lord
2027-03-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2028-03-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2029-03-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2030-03-28 08:00 - 17:00, 2031-03-27 08:00 - 17:00
The Annunciation of our Lord will be observed on March 25. The Annunciation commemorates the visit of the angel Gabriel to the blessed Virgin Mary, announcing that the eternal Son of God would take up human flesh in her womb and, in accordance with Isaiah’s prophecy, be born of a virgin.

His message declared that God showed undeserved kindness to Mary and, by faith in His Word, Christ was conceived in her. In this way, she is a godly example of faith for us also — how a Christian hears the Words and promises of God and says, “Behold, I am the servant of the Lord; let it be to me according to your word” (Luke 1:38).

The Annunciation is appointed for March 25, from which date Christmas came to be observed as the birth of Christ (nine months later). When the Annunciation falls in Passiontide, Holy Week or Easter, it is observed at another time.

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Liturgical color for the Annunciation

White, the color of purity and completeness, adorns the altar to commemorate the Annunciation of Our Lord. In His light we see light, and by Him “though our sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow.” Christ’s incarnation and His resurrection, His Gospel and its message to all nations are cause for our rejoicing. His purity before His Father becomes our purity. White reinforces this message of joy.

White is also the appointed color for the 12 days of Christmas, Epiphany (Jan. 6) and the first Sunday following it, which is observed as the Baptism of Our Lord. It is also the color for Easter.

Three-Year Series and One-Year Series

Scripture readings

Isaiah 7:10–14

Hebrews 10:4–10

Luke 1:26–38

Lectionary summary

Incarnate by the Holy Spirit, Born of the Virgin Mary and Made Man

“It is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins” (Heb. 10:4). But “nothing will be impossible with God” (Luke 1:37). He opens ears to hear and wombs to conceive. “Let it be to me according to your word,” says St. Mary (Luke 1:38). The Most High who once dwelt in the tabernacle comes to overshadow Mary, who believes the angel’s “annunciation” (Luke 1:35). “The virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14). In Jesus Christ, God is with us — even from the moment of His conception. This miracle, that Mary should become the mother of God, will be a sign against the proud in Israel; it is the fulfillment of the prophecies of Isaiah and David. “I delight to do your will, O my God,” says Christ (Psalm 40:8). From Mary’s flesh, the Most High has prepared a body for His Son (Heb. 10:5), a body to be offered “once for all” as the sacrifice that alone takes away sins and gives a righteousness apart from the Law (Heb. 10:10). Through His conception, life and death, we have been sanctified. God favors us in this child. And like the blessed Virgin Mary, blessed “are those who hear the word of God and keep it” (Luke 11:28).

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FORO — Belize
2027-04-01 00:00 - 2027-04-05 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Belize on April 1-5, 2027.
What is a FORO?
A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.
When do FOROs occur?
Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.
Why are FOROs needed?
Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.
To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact
Rev. Herb Burch, LCMS Missionary
herb.burch@lcms.org

FORO — Mexico
2027-04-20 00:00 - 2027-04-21 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Mexico on April 20-21, 2027, in Mexico City.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. Dr. Arthur Rickman, LCMS Missionary

arthur.rickman@lcms.org

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod's Birthday
2027-04-26, 2028-04-26, 2029-04-26, 2030-04-26, 2031-04-26
The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod celebrates its birthday on April 26. Initial members, which included 12 pastors representing 14 congregations from Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, New York and Ohio, signed the church body’s constitution on April 26, 1847, at First Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Chicago, Ill.
Originally named The German Evangelical Lutheran Synod of Missouri, Ohio and Other States, the name was shortened to The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in 1947 on the occasion of our 100th anniversary.
The roots of the LCMS run deep, tracing back to Saxon and other German immigrants establishing a new church body in America, seeking the freedom to practice and follow confessional Lutheranism.

Only Jesus: No Other Name

Resources to help celebrate the 175th anniversary of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
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FORO — Peru
2027-04-29 00:00 - 2027-05-02 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Peru from April 29 to May 2, 2027.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. James Sharp, LCMS Missionary

james.sharp@lcms.org.

2027 Lutherland — Germany — Wittenberg — The Old Latin School Tour
2027-06-02 00:00 - 2027-06-15 23:59
Support The Old Latin School and join The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod President Matthew Harrison, Rev. Wilhelm Weber of The Old Latin School, and other LCMS leaders on a tour of “Lutherland” sites across Germany.

From June 2–15, 2027, this bus tour will take you along the paths of Luther, through the heart of the Reformation in Wittenberg and to beautiful and cultural sites throughout Germany. The trip will span 12 nights and 13 days and be guided by an experienced multilingual tour director.

A highlight will be Wittenberg’s Luther Wedding Festival, an annual celebration of the marriage of former monk Martin Luther with the escaped nun Katharina von Bora on June 13, 1525. With market stalls throughout the town, traditional crafts, live music and Reformation-era trade demonstrations, this will surely be a memorable experience.

Tour stops include:

Munich and Oberammergau in the beautiful Bavarian Alps

The mountain resort of Garmisch–Partenkirchen

The baroque old town of Heidelberg and Heidelberg Castle

The baroque old town of Heidelberg and Heidelberg Castle

Worms and the Rhine River

Eisenach and Wartburg Castle

Erfurt, with Luther’s Augustinian monastery

Eisleben, where Luther was born and died

Wittenberg, with the Luther Wedding Festival and Divine Service at the Old Latin School

Torgau

Nuremberg

Lodging, 19 meals, land transportation in Germany, gratuities and all admission fees at tour attractions are included in the tour cost of $2,900. Space is limited.

Each registrant is also required to make a financial commitment of $3,000 over the next three years to support The Old Latin School.

Schedule

Day 1 — Wed., June 2

Individual departure from the U.S., transatlantic overnight flight to Munich, Germany.

Day 2 — Thur., June 3

Arrive at Munich Airport and take a shuttle to our group meeting point at the Marriott hotel in Freising. From there, the tour bus will drive to the renowned Kloster Andechs for a welcome lunch with stipend. Afterward, we continue to Oberammergau for check-in at Hotel Alte Post, a charming hotel in the center of the Passion Play town. Dinner provided at the hotel.

Day 3 — Fri. June 4

Visit to the monastery in Ettal in the morning before spending the day at the mountain resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Enjoy stops at the Olympic Stadium as well as Partnachklamm to hike along the breathtaking gorge (this is a strenuous walk, for experienced hikers only). In the evening, enjoy dinner with traditional Bavarian entertainment including Schuhplattler folk dancing with a dinner stipend. Return to Oberammergau for the evening.

Day 4 — Sat., June 5

After breakfast, venture into the stunning Bavarian Alps. We will visit King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle nestled in the mountains as well as Wieskirche. Divine Service in the late afternoon, then head back to Oberammergau for a free evening and dinner on your own.

Day 5 — Sun., June 6

Leave the Alps and head north to Heidelberg. Walk along the Hauptstrasse shopping street and visit the Heidelberg castle, the baroque-style old town and the famous University district. At the location of Luther’s 1518 Heidelberg Disputation, we will pause to consider Luther’s theology of the cross developed in his Heidelberg Theses. Enjoy some free time discovering Heidelberg until we continue to Darmstadt for hotel check-in and a group dinner.

Day 6 — Mon., June 7

Today, Worms is on your list. At the Diet of Worms in 1521, Luther stood his ground with the Emperor and refused to recant what he had said and written about grace, indulgences and the Pope. Our visit in Worms will include the grounds of the former Bishop’s Residence, the Luther Monument and St. Peter’s Cathedral. At noon, we continue to Rüdesheim. After some free time, we will board a riverboat and take a two-hour Rhine river cruise, seeing many castles and visiting sites made famous by German folklore, including the Loreley. Disembark at St. Goar and travel back to Darmstadt for a free evening.

Day 7 — Tue., June 8

We will make our way to Eisenach to visit the Wartburg Castle. This is where Luther was held in friendly captivity after being declared a heretic and outlaw, and where he translated the New Testament into German. The castle was also the home of Elizabeth of Thuringia, who renounced her royal privileges to spend her life serving the poor. Afterward, we will drive into the center of Eisenach and visit the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach, which is now a museum. Enjoy some free time exploring Eisenach before we head to Erfurt for hotel check-in and a group dinner.

Day 8 — Wed., June 9

A local guide will show us the beautiful city of Erfurt, where Luther first studied law and later became a monk. See Luther’s Augustinian monastery, the university he attended and St. Mary’s Cathedral, where he was ordained. Enjoy ample free time to explore the city on your own in the afternoon and evening.

Day 9 — Thur., June 10

Begin the morning with a city tour of Eisleben, the town where Luther was born and later died. At Luther’s baptismal church, we will remember our own baptisms with a short meditation. Continue to Leipzig for exploring. On your self-guided tour, we recommended visiting two famous Leipzig churches: Thomaskirche, where Bach served as cantor, and St. Nicholas Church, where the weekly peace prayers grew into the “Peaceful Revolution.” Continue to Wittenberg for check-in and a group dinner.

Day 10 — Fri., June 11

Start the day in Wittenberg with a tour of the annex of the Luther House, the former monastery and a wedding gift to Luther from the prince. The Luther Haus has one of the world’s largest Reformation archives. Unfortunately, it is closed due to renovations, but the most important pieces are on display in the neighboring Augusteum. We will also visit the Melanchthon House, home of Philipp Melanchthon, Luther’s companion throughout the Reformation. After a break for lunch, we will take tours of both Wittenberg churches: the Castle Church where Luther’s 95 Theses were posted, and the Town Church where Luther preached and where the Reformation Altar painted by Lucas Cranach the Elder is located. Luther’s Wedding Festival starts at 5:00pm with the arrival of the nuns.

Day 11 — Sat., June 12

Travel to nearby Torgau (Torgau and Wittenberg both had a royal residence of the Saxon Prince Elector). We will visit the Palace (from the outside), the Palace Chapel (the first church designed as a Lutheran church), and the church where Katharina von Bora, Luther’ wife, is buried. Return to Wittenberg for wedding parade at 2:00 p.m.

Day 12 — Sunday, June 13

Divine Service at the Old Latin School. The remainder of the day is free for you to enjoy the city festival on your own.

Day 13 — Mon., June 14

We leave Wittenberg and travel to Nuremberg. We will have free time to walk around this medieval city; many will want to visit St. Sebald’s church. Afterward, we leave Nuremberg for our final destination, check-in at Marriott Freising hotel. In the evening, we will celebrate the past 13 days, sharing our stories and memories at our Farewell Dinner provided at nearby Huber Weissbräu Restaurant.

Day 14 — Tue., June 15

Transfer to Munich airport for homebound flights.

2027 Institute on Liturgy, Preaching and Church Music
2027-07-12 00:00 - 2027-07-16 23:59
Hosted by LCMS Worship, the 2027 Institute on Liturgy, Preaching and Church Music will take place July 12-16.

Information, including a location and daily schedule, will be announced when details are finalized.

If you have any questions about the Institute, email LCMS Deaconess Cara Patton at worship@lcms.org.

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National Lutheran Youth Workers Conference - 2027
2027-07-13 00:00 - 2027-07-17 23:59
Hosted by The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod’s Youth Ministry, the 2027 National Lutheran Youth Workers Conference (NATIONAL27) is scheduled for July 13–27, 2027, in San Antonio, Texas.

NATIONAL27 is a stand-alone conference for youth ministry practitioners, and the conference will also provide an opportunity for attendees to prepare for the LCMS Youth Gathering and familiarize themselves with San Antonio, which is the host city for the 2028 LCMS Youth Gathering.

At NATIONAL27, leaders and practitioners will go through training to support their congregation’s youth ministry, and the event will give new and veteran leaders a chance to connect and network.

A registration link and more information will be available on this page when finalized.

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888-843-5267

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FORO — Dominican Republic
2027-09-03 00:00 - 2027-09-05 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in the Dominican Republic on Sept. 3-5, 2027.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Dana Stigdon, LCMS Missionary

dana.stigdon@lcms.org

FORO — Honduras
2027-09-17 - 2027-09-19
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Honduras on Sept. 17-19, 2027.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. Herb Burch, LCMS Missionary

herb.burch@lcms.org

St. Michael’s Day
2027-09-29, 2028-09-29, 2029-09-29, 2030-09-29
The Church commemorates St. Michael and All Angels each year on Sept. 29.
“Fear not.” So every angel begins his speech in the Scriptures. They are the fearsome warriors of the Most High God, commanded by Michael the Archangel, forming the “Sabbaoth,” the armies of the Lord. And yet, they are given this office as His heavenly legate: to announce the good news of great joy in Christ Jesus, incarnate, risen and ascended, all for us mortals. Christ’s warriors and messengers are set to guard duty for His Christians. Their unseen eyes draw us to follow their gaze, “for they always behold the face of the Father, who is in heaven” (Matt. 18:10).
How is Michael a “Saint”?
The word “saint” simply means “holy one.” We often use this word to describe those Christians who have departed this life in the faith. The New Testament most often uses it to address Christians in the Church on earth (Rom. 1:7, 1 Cor. 1:2, Eph. 1:1, etc.). Michael and the angels of God are not humans “sanctified in Christ Jesus” (1 Cor. 1:2), but they are “holy angels” — holy just as God created them and as the Scriptures describe them (Mark 8:38, Acts 10:22, Rev. 14:10).

Liturgical color for St. Michael’s Day
White is the color of purity and completeness and the color for all major feasts of Christ. This color, used primarily during these Sundays, assists in bearing the message that “though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow.” Christ’s triumph from the grave on Resurrection day is the cause for our rejoicing. His purity before his Father becomes our purity. White reinforces that message of joy.

One-Year Series and Three-Year Series
Scripture readings

Daniel 10:10–14; 12:1–3

Rev.12:7–12

Matt. 18:1–11 or Luke 10:17–20

Lectionary summary
Our Father in Heaven Protects His Children by Giving His Holy Angels Charge Over Them
We live in “a time of trouble” (Dan. 12:1), in the midst of great tribulation. Satan and his wicked angels have been thrown out of heaven and have come down to earth “in great wrath,” with woeful “temptations to sin” and with constant accusations (Rev. 12:8–12; Matt. 18:7). Even so, we are encouraged by the presence and protection of St. Michael and the holy angels, whom God sends to help us in the strife (Dan. 10:11–13). By “the authority of his Christ,” His holy angels guard and keep us in body and soul. These heavenly servants of God preserve His human messengers on earth, the ministers of “the blood of the Lamb,” against all the power of the enemy, for by “the word of their testimony,” the Church is saved and the devil is defeated (Rev. 12:10–11; Luke 10:18–19). By their preaching and Baptism of repentance, the old Adam and the old evil foe are “drowned in the depth of the sea” (Matt. 18:6). As God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, so are His people delivered and raised from the dust of the earth through the forgiveness of their sins (Dan. 12:1–3).
Prayers

St. Michael and All Angels

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FORO — Panama
2027-10-01 00:00 - 2027-10-03 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Panama from Oct. 1-3, 2027.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. Dr. Arthur Rickman, LCMS Missionary

arthur.rickman@lcms.org

FORO — Peru
2027-10-14 00:00 - 2027-10-17 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Peru from Oct. 14-17, 2027.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. James Sharp, LCMS Missionary

james.sharp@lcms.org.

FORO — Belize
2027-11-04 00:00 - 2027-11-08 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Belize on Nov. 4-8, 2027.
What is a FORO?
A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.
When do FOROs occur?
Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.
Why are FOROs needed?
Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.
To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact
Rev. Herb Burch, LCMS Missionary
herb.burch@lcms.org

FORO — Mexico
2027-11-16 00:00 - 2027-11-17 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Mexico on Nov. 16-17, 2027, in Mexico City.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. Dr. Arthur Rickman, LCMS Missionary

arthur.rickman@lcms.org

FORO — Belize
2028-03-30 00:00 - 2028-04-03 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Belize from March 30 to April 3, 2028.
What is a FORO?
A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.
When do FOROs occur?
Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.
Why are FOROs needed?
Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.
To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact
Rev. Herb Burch, LCMS Missionary
herb.burch@lcms.org

FORO — Peru
2028-04-27 00:00 - 2028-04-30 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Peru from April 27-30, 2028.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. James Sharp, LCMS Missionary

james.sharp@lcms.org.

FORO — Peru
2028-10-12 00:00 - 2028-10-15 23:59
LCMS International Mission will host a FORO about mission work in Peru from Oct. 12-15, 2028.

What is a FORO?

A FORO — Spanish for “forum” — fosters relationships between missionaries serving on behalf of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) and mission partners. The meetings facilitate networking, start conversations, and focus resources to make disciples of all nations for generations to come.

When do FOROs occur?

Once or twice a year, LCMS missionaries meet with partners — people from churches, organizations, schools, and partner churches — in their mission field. They discuss strategies to make disciples, address community needs, emphasize mutual listening, and encourage shared decision-making.

Why are FOROs needed?

Missionaries don’t only need funding and volunteers. Missionaries need relationships. They need support networks. They need people to walk with them, pray with them, listen to them, learn from them, and stand with them. FOROs help provide those relationships.

To learn more about FOROs, visit international.lcms.org/foro.

Contact

Rev. James Sharp, LCMS Missionary

james.sharp@lcms.org.
