JOB POSTINGS - LOCAL EVENTS - RESOURCES & LINKS
JOB POSTINGS
Here at St. Peter's
Within our Lutheran and Surrounding Community
Join the CLHS Cafeteria Team!
Concordia Lutheran High School is urgently hiring Cafeteria Assistants! Enjoy a schedule that aligns with the school day and the potential for a tuition discount if your student attends CLHS.
Know someone who might be a great fit? Help us spread the word! Learn more about the position and apply today: clhscadets.com/apps/pages/employment
For full position descriptions and to apply, visit ctsfw.edu/employment
Review of applications will start immediately and continue until the positions are filled.
Seeking Housing for Seminary Students
Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne (CTSFW), would appreciate your assistance as we seek additional off-campus housing options for incoming students, returning vicars, and their families.
We are currently working to identify housing available for rent or purchase. A wide range of options would be helpful, including large or small homes, apartments, and other suitable housing, whether close to campus or within a manageable daily drive.
If you have housing available or have any questions, please contact Renita Nahrwold, our relocation coordinator, at Relocation@ctsfw.edu or (260) 452-2248.
LOCAL EVENTS
FEDERAL SGO INFORMATIONAL MEETINGS
Who: School families, congregation members, supporters of Lutheran education who want to learn about the new FEDERAL SGO program.
When: Thursday, November 12 at 5:30pm OR Friday, November 13 at 8:30am. Same information, two options to attend
Where: Concordia Lutheran Church, 4245 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN
RSVP: Reservations are requested, but not required. Light snacks will be provided. RSVP at https://thelutheranschools.org/events
Federal EFTC Tax Credit Scholarship Program
Starting on January 1, 2027, a new Federal tax credit scholarship program called the Education Freedom Tax Credit (EFTC) will be available, featuring a 100% Federal Tax Credit up to $1,700 for individual taxpayers or $3,400 for married couples filing jointly.
Scott Schumacher, the Executive Director of the Lutheran SGO of Indiana, will be presenting. All are invited to attend this exciting presentation!

Experience CTSFW for yourself!
Register Today for Luther Hostel
You’re invited to CTSFW November 4–6 for Luther Hostel. Attend presentations from CTSFW professors, spend time in class with current students, worship in Kramer Chapel, and get to know others who love learning about the Lutheran faith. This three-day retreat is for church workers and laity who want to learn more about Lutheran theology and practice. For more information and to register, visit ctsfw.edu/LH.
Grief Share “Surviving the Holidays”
*St. Peter's people - we did this last year and it was wonderful! Go to Emmanuel and take advantage of the opportunity this year too.
Holiday grief can be tough, emotionally, relationally, physically and spiritually. In this two-hour gathering, we will explore how the holidays can be both manageable and meaningful…
- how to respond to social invites
- how to balance solitude and fellowship
- how to remember your loved one
- how to be grateful for blessings
“Surviving the Holidays” will take place on Saturday, November 14 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Please RSVP to Emmanuel's church office at 260.423.1369 by Sunday, November 8. A brunch will be provided, and books will be gifted by Thrivent. Feel free to bring a Christmas culinary treat of your own to share.
Martini Lutheran Church’s Fall Rummage and Bake Sale will be on Thursday, October 29, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come back Friday, October 30, from 8 a.m. to noon for the bag sale!
333 MOELLER ROAD, NEW HAVEN, IN 46774.

The Bridge 20/30 Group
Fort Wayne Young Adults Outings
Bridge 20/30 Announces November Events!
Young adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to join The Bridge 20/30 Group for a great month of faith, friendship, service, and fun!
- Nov. 3 – Porch Night: 1 Peter Series | 7 PM | Holy Cross Youth Center, 3420 N. Anthony Blvd.
- Nov. 10 – Trivia Night Tuesday at What's Up Pub & Grub | 7 PM | 918 Woodland Plaza Run
- Nov. 17 – Thanks & Giving: Project 216 Service Project | 3020 Congressional Parkway, Fort Wayne. Help pack meals to fight hunger, followed by fellowship at 2 Toms Brewing Company!
- Nov. 24 – Friendsgiving & Anchor Devotion Night | The Garden, 3308 N. Anthony Blvd. Bring a dish to share!
New faces are always welcome! Come connect with other young adults, grow in faith, and build lasting friendships.
For updates and details, follow Bridge 20/30 Group Ft. Wayne on Facebook or @thebridge2030 on Instagram.
Check out their FaceBook page HERE
Basic Lutheran Early Response Team Training
St Peter, North Judson
St Peter Lutheran Church in North Judson, Indiana will be hosting a LERT (Lutheran Early Response Team) training on Saturday, October 24th, starting at 9:00am (Central). Participants will be introduced to the LCMS Disaster Response program and will learn about the basic nature of disasters and how Christians can support church workers, families, congregations and the general public as the hands and feet of Jesus during these trying times. Other class topics include response and deployment protocols during disasters, a ministry of presence, and safety practices.
Youth who are 14 years of age or older may earn LERT certification.
The $15/person registration fee will cover all supplies, including training materials, certificate/ID card, and LERT volunteer t-shirt. Payment should be brought to the training in cash or check made out to St Peter Lutheran Church. For additional information and to register, please follow this link: https://www.lcms-lert.org/need/detail/?need_id=1318655
Pre-registration by October 17th ensures we have sufficient training materials–a limited number of late registrations will be available.
Interested in becoming LERT certified but can’t make this training? See all of the upcoming
Indiana District LERT Trainings and Deployments or contact Bethany at
bethany.neumann@in.lcms.org for information about scheduling a training near you.
Christ Child Festival
Volunteers needed to share the story of Jesus!
Come share Jesus with our community by volunteering at the Christ Child Festival on November 25 at the Grand Wayne Center. We're expecting a strong turnout during Fort Wayne's "Night of Lights," and we invite you to help us create a warm, welcoming, memorable experience for guests of all ages.
For complete details, visit our website at
ChristChildFest.org.
There are many ways you can help this year. We're actively seeking volunteers to:
- Participate in our Living Nativity.
- Set up activities at the Grand Wayne Center.
- Greet guests and make them feel welcome.
- Lead a simple craft or game related to a favorite Bible narrative.
Whatever your skills, talents, and abilities, we have a place for you at the Christ Child Festival. See all the opportunities available here. of Christmas.

2027 LCMS Life Conference Feb. 26–27
The conference will feature video presentations on life issues for the strengthening and support of lay members and church workers as they advocate, educate and share the truth of God’s Word, the sanctity of life at all ages, and Christ’s mercy for all people.
Registration for the conference is free, although attendees may choose to purchase extended access to the library of presentations for on-demand viewing. Several sessions conducted in Spanish will be included.
Congregations are encouraged to host watch parties during the conference to facilitate further discussion of the presentations.
We hope you will consider joining us online in February to be strengthened and supported in our shared confession of God’s creation and value of all human life.
More information will be shared in the coming months, including a lineup of presenters. With any questions, email lifeministry@lcms.org.
In Christ, Deaconess Dr. Tiffany Manor
Managing Director, Life Ministry
LCMS National Mission

Submit Artwork for Kramer Chapel Bulletins
The Good Shepherd Institute of Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne (CTSFW), invites artists to submit new artwork for use in service bulletins. This artwork will be used in open spaces in bulletins, calling attention not to itself but to the service and the Word of God.
There is no limit to the number of works an artist may submit, but it may be advantageous to submit a few examples as a starting point to gauge interest. Avoid lengthy texts and details that will be difficult to see if the image is reduced in size. All designs should be black and white, along with the full spectrum of gray.
There is no particular submission deadline. For more information and to submit artwork, visit ctsfw.edu/bulletin-art.
RESOURCES & LINKS
The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod
- Indiana District - LCMS
- Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod: News & resources from our church body
- Concordia Historical Institute
- Concordia Publishing House
Youth & Education
- Camp Lutherhaven
- Concordia Lutheran High School
- Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne (CTSFW) Events Page
- Concordia Theological Seminary St. Louis
- Concordia Universities
- Higher Things
- The Lutheran Schools Partnership
Counseling & Social Services
Financial Services
LC-MS Auxiliaries
- Hopeful Living Devotion
- Hopeful Living Audio Devotion
- Lutheran Hour Ministries: News, inspiration, & encouragement
- Lutheran Women in Mission (LWML): News, inspiration, & encouragement for women
- The Lutheran Hour: Radio broadcast of 30-minute Lutheran worship.
- Worship Anew: Television broadcast of 30-minute Lutheran worship.
Miscellaneous Organizations
- Lutherans for Life
- Lutheran Heritage Foundation
- Lutheran World Relief
- Mill Neck Foundation for Deaf Ministry
- Lutheran Bible Translators
- Bethesda Lutheran Communities
- Lutheran Braille Workers
- Lutheran Education Association
- Lutherans in Medical MIssion
- Mission Opportunities Short Term
- Ongoing Ambassadors for Christ
Helpful Links

Past Recorded Bible Studies
Reading the Bible with Pastor
Find past episodes of Mark and Esther using the button below.
This study below focuses on the leadership of our first LCMS Synod Presidents and how they navigated our church body in America. If you've missed a week, listen to the audio using the links below:
- (Audio) Walther Session 1
- (Audio) Walther Session 2
- (Audio) Walther Session 3
- (Audio) Strength Made Perfect in Weakness Session 1
- (Read) A Strenth Made Perfect in Weakness 1857 Synodical Address by Friedrich Wyneken
- (Read) God's Presence in Suffering: The Theology of the Cross by Rev. Mueller

