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Congregations

World Mission

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6,150 congregations are the  front line  of mis 

LCMS World Mission is spreading the Gospel

sion and ministry. Here are examples of min 

of Jesus Christ in an effort to reach 100 million

istry and how they are assisted by the Synod.

people by 2017.

Districts

10

Higher Education

22

35 districts support the work of congrega 

10 colleges and two seminaries strive to pre 

tions. Stories from three districts examine

pare church workers and to educate lay lead 

ways they are meeting today's challenges.

ers for Christian service in church and society.

World Relief/Human Care

12

Funding the Mission

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5.8 million people were touched last year

At $88.6 million, the Synod's current budget

through agencies supported through LCMS

reflects a trend toward direct giving from 

World Relief/Human Care.

congregations and individuals.