Higher Things was honored at the triennial LCMS Synodical Convention last week in Houston with both a resolution supporting the work of HT as well as the election of several staff and board members to positions throughout the Synod.
The resolution of the Synod in convention gives the following “resolved:”
That the Synod in convention recognize Higher Things as a valuable asset for youth ministry for its congregations and encourage its members to consider including Higher Things in their youth ministry strategies.
In addition, many current and former Higher Things staff, speakers and supporters have been elected to various positions around the Synod. These include:
- Jeff Schwarz (current Board member) was elected to the Commission on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR)
- Sandra Ostapowich (Conference Coordinator) was elected to the Board of Regents for Concordia University – Irvine
