Monthly Mission Support
Each month we support a local mission effort with our prayers, direct involvement and special mission envelope offerings. The second Sunday services of each month are set aside to present the mission, its goals, programs and success stories to our congregation.
Place of Refuge
January
Place of Refuge provides Christ-centered advocacy services, housing and support to young women facing a crisis pregnancy.
Contact: Trish Kagerbauer
Lutheran Heritage Foundation
February
The Lutheran Heritage Foundation has served as a mission organization by translating Lutheran literature that is Bible based, Christ centered and Reformation driven. LHF has translated over 450 books into nearly 90 languages, distributed to more than 70 nations.
Contact: Rev. Robert Rahn or Rev. James Fandrey
Voice of the Martyrs
March
The Voice of the Martyrs is an interdenominational organization with a vision for aiding Christians around the world who are being persecuted for their faith in Christ.
Contact: Phyllis Cummins
The Gideons
April
The Gideons are laymen from various evangelical denominations, Christian business and professional men and participating wives, with a vital testimony for the Lord. Through their efforts, God’s Word is distributed in 190 countries and over 80 languages around the world in hotels, hospitals, nursing homes, schools, prisons, and also to fire, police and military personnel.
Jeremiah Ministry
May
Their mission is to provide hope and reconciliation to children and families in Milwaukee’s inner city through life changing relationships and experiences from a Christian perspective.
Contact: Linda Zick
Lutheran Blind Mission
June
The Lutheran Blind Mission prepares and distributes materials for the blind and visually impaired, so they may read and share the light of salvation. They are seeking to establish outreach centers based in churches.
Contact: Rick Gieseke
Issues, Etc.
July
Issues, Etc. has broadcasted Christ-centered, cross-focused talk radio for 15 years....for the last 2 1/2 years, independently under the non-profit, Lutheran Public Radio. They consistently broadcast a Biblical, Lutheran perspective on matters theological, social, and moral.
Contact:Craig Feichtinger
Lutheran Special School & Education Services (LSSES)
August
The Lutheran Special School & Education Services, in a Christ-centered environment, serves children with special learning difficulties, their schools, teachers and families.
Contact: Judy Schultz or Michelle Wagner
Lutheran Association of Missionaries and Pilots U.S.
September
Lutheran Association of Missionaries and Pilots U.S. is an independent organization assisting the Christian Church to spread God’s saving grace primarily among First Nations, American Indian and Native Alaskan people, particularly in remote areas.
Contact: Sue Gebel
International Student Ministries
October
ISM is a Christian-based organization with a desire to offer those “at our doorstep” friendship, hospitality and the Gospel message and that they will share the message of God’s love with their families and associates. 80+ campuses have intentional ministries among international students.
Contact: Rev. Carl Selle
Milwaukee Rescue Mission
November
The Milwaukee Rescue Mission serves the homeless population of Milwaukee’s inner city and those in need of food, clothing and shelter, and sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with all who enter their doors.
Contact: Patrick Vanderburgh
Concordia University School
December
Concordia University School (formerly Nazareth School) is committed to the spiritual, intellectual and emotional development of the underprivileged children in the neighborhood, helping them prepare for future learning and service empowered by their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Contact: Terry Bolda