The Lord has blessed us, and now we are called to be a blessing to others. For the 2026 LWML Indiana District Convention, the LWML has chosen to support eight schools and churches in the Evansville and Kentuckiana Zones. Each zone is paired with other zones to support specific ministries. During the month of June, as a part of our Kankakee Valley Zone’s effort, we will be collecting items which we can take with us to convention on June 25th. Included are hygiene items, AA and AAA batteries, 84” round disposable table cloths, serving size bags of assorted chips, cans of soda, used CDs, puzzles, peanut butter, rice, pasta, tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce, jumpropes, balls (soccer, playground, kickballs, basketballs), sidewalk chalk, hula hoops, cones, small sports equipment, bubbles and frisbees. We can also accept cash donations. If you feel led to donate there will be a container available in the narthex from June 1-24 where you may place your items. Please turn cash donations in to the church office. Thank you for your generosity!

By the way, it is not too late to register to attend the convention which is scheduled to be held June 26-28 at the Vanderburg County 4-H Center in Evansville, IN. Information is available on the LWML table in the MPR. If you have any questions see Cheryl Tellman or Gloria Field.

I am a 2^nd year M. Div student at CTSFW, originally from Seward, NE.  My wife and I are blessed with two children: Evelyn (2) and Michael, who was born this past October. Seminary life brings many joys as well as challenges, especially as we approach vicarage placement this spring. 

Because of your kindness we’ve been able to enjoy a few meals out together, helped cover the cost of travel to Nebraska for Christmas, and brightened our home with a festive quilt!                     

Thank you again for your generosity and support for those preparing for the ministry – your kindness is deeply appreciated.

 Sincerely, Jonathan Landrey  

Dear St. Peter Lutheran Church,  My name is Benjamin Wood.  I am a first-year PhD student at Concordia Theological Seminary.  I live with my wife (Jenny) and two children (Christopher, Age 2 and Lucy, age 3 mos.).  I am writing to thank you for your generosity and support for students like me.  Thanks to your help, we are able to live in Fort Wayne and prepare for a lifetime of service in God’s church!  It truly is a blessing! 

    With gratitude, Benjamin Wood

Do you know that the way Christian’s go about their day and connect with members in their household is a critical aspect of spiritual growth? When the households of your church are spiritually vibrant, your church is more effective at faith formation, outreach, and community engagement. Come, bring the family to learn more at the Indiana LLL Convention hosted at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Valparaiso on Saturday, April 25, 2026.  All are welcome to attend. Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies, LHM VP, Ministry Engagement is the keynote speaker. 

Special Events for the day:

• Gospel Adventures – Mongolia for Kindergarten through 8^th Graders
• Spiritual Conversations: Sharing Life, Faith and Jesus with Friends for 9^th – 12^th Graders

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for registration and fellowship. The convention begins at 9:00 a.m. with 3 concurrent sessions for adults, children and youth. The nursery will be available for 14 children under the age of 5. You are invited to stay for the evening worship service at 5:00 p.m. at Immanuel, with Rev. Dr. Chad Lakies preaching for the service. There is no cost to register, but registration is needed for lunch meal count and materials for the day’s activities. Please complete the online registration form at https://www.lhm.org/in-lll.

For more information you can contact Rick Hoffmann, Indiana LLL District President by phone 260.442.4550 or by email rhoffmann@sphr@gmail.com. Registration deadline is April 20, 2026.

• gift cards in increments of $10, $20, or $25 which may be used at Fort Wayne merchants such as Walmart, Target, Meijer, Kroger or restaurant chains such as Applebees, McDonalds, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Red Robin, Subway, Texas Roadhouse, Culvers, etc.
• Service station and gas cards from Shell, Marathon, BP or Speedway in increments of $25 or $50.
• Cash gifts are also accepted to purchase dining hall lunch tickets.

Donations will be accepted until November 16^th and may be placed in the marked container in the church office.  These cards can be purchased from SCRIP which will benefit St. Peter as well.  Thank you for your support!

LADIES:  Jesus Knows Me; This I Love!  Isn’t it wonderful that God knows us?  From the hairs on our heads to when we are asleep or awake, He knows.  Even more wonderful is His forgiveness and grace for us, even though He knows it all.  

On August 9, 2025, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Indianapolis, we will explore that love for us at the treatshop.  A treatshop is a workshop and a retreat.  It will include wonderful Bible Studies, activities, educational breakout sessions, Christ-centered mission projects, lunch, and, of course, wonderful LWML fellowship and fun.  We hope you’ll plan to attend.  

Complete the registration form and mail it along with your registration fee to Penny Letterman to let us know you’ll be there.  We look forward to hearing from you. (Registration forms can also be picked up in the church office.)

For ride sharing information please see Gloria Field or Cheryl Tellman.