“Kieschnicks Identified as ‘Light of the World’”

By: Rev. Jack Cascione

At the LCMS New Jersey District Convention on Friday, May 16, 2003 , the convention essayist was Dr. Robert Scuderi.  During his speech, LCMS President Dr. Jerry Kieschnick and his wife, Terry, walked into the convention hall.  Scuderi interrupted his presentation and explained that his comments were not going to help in his performance reviews since Dr. Kieschnick does not do them.  Among other flattering remarks about the couple, Scuderi said of the Kieschnicks, “You are the light of the world.”  The convention responded favorably.

The New Jersey District has 60 congregations and a full-time District President.  District President William Klettke also explained that one third of the 60 congregations were, “At risk.”

Two congregations were added to District at the convention, one Liberian and the other Kenyan.

 

May 22, 2003