From Fear to Hope – Engage: In May, an LCMS Mercy Medical Team traveled to Sierra Leone for the first time, bringing physical healing and the Word of God. For the seven-person team, work and challenges were ahead. It was, as one team member said, “mercy for those who know no mercy.” By God’s grace, their efforts helped people, and they hoped the effect might be eternal. Read about them here.

The Kingdom Grows: Sometimes smaller congregations think they can’t be involved in church multiplication, or hope that when they grow larger or have more funds available, they will be able to start thinking about multiplication. The fact is that God has programmed multiplication into every congregation – regardless of size! He invites you and me to partner in the growth of His Kingdom. What’s your role? Read more here.

Readings for Sunday, August 5, 11th Sunday after Pentecost: For those who wish to prepare for next week’s lessons, please read Exodus 16:2-15, Psalm 145:10-21, Eph. 4:1–16, John 6:22–35.