South Atlantic District news
South Atlantic District news
Risen Savior, Bradenton, Fla., broke ground for its first facility on Nov. 9, 2008. The congregation borrowed an antique plowshare, and everyone pulled together to help create a furrow in the ground.
Members of Trinity, St. Lucia, West Indies, celebrated the Reformation last November with a musical worship service. “This year, we had the steel pan, guitar, bongo drums, and a homemade shaker playing ‘A Mighty Fortress Is Our God’ at full volume,” says Pastor Tom Spiegelberg. After the service, the group had a Luther quiz, food, and fellowship.
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Bible translation revision
Have you heard that the publishers of the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible have updated the translation? A Translation Evaluation Committee has been established to study and examine this new translation, along with other English language translations. The committee has compiled essays, information, and studies on the topic.
Partnering together
Home Missions partners with Church Extension Fund to build worship facilities for mission congregations. Learn about two congregations that recently dedicated new buildings.
> Shepherd of the Bay, Lusby, Md.
> Amazing Grace, Myrtle Beach, S.C
