13K views · 408 reactions | Yesterday one of our LCMS LERT (Lutheran Early Response Training) teams was in Perryville, MO, to help begin recovery after the tornado struck. Here are some moments from the day. If you want to learn more about LERT teams or how you can help with recovery after disasters like this one, visit www.lcms.org/disaster | The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod | Facebook

439 reactions · 83 shares | For the first time in National LCMS Youth Gathering history, our young people had the opportunity to witness a citizenship ceremony. This afternoon, some 200 Gathering participants joined the audience at San Antonio's convention center as 51 people from 16 countries took their oath as American citizens. Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever” was performed at the closing: | The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod | Facebook

4K views · 116 reactions | The LCMS has a rich history of chaplaincy. This Veteran's Day, take a moment with President Harrison to learn about this incredible legacy of service, and join us in thanking God for the work of our military chaplains. | The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod | Facebook