Update on Damage from June 17 Storms
As people assess damage and regain lines of communication, reports have been coming in throughout the day of the extent of damages from last night's storms.

Funeral Arrangements for Rev. Donald Deines
6/7/10 - I am sad to report the death of the Reverend Donald Deines, 65, on Sunday, June 6th after a long illness. Visitation is Thursday, June 10th at Clasen Jordan Mortuary, 209 2nd Ave NW, Austin, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be Friday, June 11th at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1600 W Oakland Ave, Austin at 1:30 p.m. Burial will take place at a later date in Mason City, Iowa.

2009 Churchwide Assembly Follow-Up
There were several messages from the synod office in response to the actions of the 2009 Churchwide Assembly.