This October, Lutherans Restoring Creation (LRC) offers enriching opportunities to intertwine faith with environmental stewardship in their October newsletter. From the upcoming Ecumenical Training to their newly announced Young Adult Vocational Fellowship, they’re empowering voices and actions that care for our planet. Dive into our resource hub, attend upcoming events, and let your faith-filled actions resonate. Read more to join them in these vital steps for Earth's care.
Read MoreThis September, ELCA celebrated profound ecumenical unity, highlighted by Bishop Gohl's participation in Bishop Schofield-Broadbent's ordination. Our new Congregation and Synod Support Team and the successful "God's work. Our hands" Sunday reflect our ongoing commitment to shared mission and service. Read more in the September 2023 ELCA Mission Support Memo, available at ELCA.org, as a PDF, or a Word doc.
Read MoreEach month ELCA Worship highlights resources and events from other organizations and institutions. These Lutheran and ecumenical partner organizations work alongside the ELCA to support worship leaders, worship planners, musicians, and all who care about the worship of the church. From communal song-sharing workshops with Music that Makes Community to the Calvin Institute's worship grants, and insightful reads from Augsburg Fortress, there's something to inspire everyone.
Read MoreIn April, ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton launched the Truth and Healing Movement to increase the church’s understanding of the impacts of colonization on Indigenous people in past and present generations. Living Lutheran reached out to Richard A. Magnus, a retired pastor who attends Edina (Minn.) Community Lutheran (ECLC), to hear how the congregation’s work with the movement has affected members and the community.
Read MoreIn celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Living Lutheran talked with Latiné Lutherans and heard their needs and hopes. Today we pause to reflect on the work being done throughout the ELCA to affirm and honor our siblings of Latiné descent. In the article, read quotes from the ELCA Ethnic Specific and Multicultural Ministries team. For more information about the ELCA’s Latiné ministries or other ethnic specific ministries, click here or email Jennifer De Leon, director for racial justice, at jennifer.deleon@elca.org.
Read MoreWe share a panel discussion on the ELCA's Truth Seeking and Truth Telling Initiative, led by Vance Blackfox, with Jessica Crist, Susan Green, and Caleb Rollins.
Read MoreThis week's Faith Lens explores the profound intersection of faith and science, spotlighting the life-saving advancements brought forth by Katalin Kariko, Drew Weissman, and their pioneering mRNA research. As we reflect on the impact of COVID-19 vaccines, we're invited to ponder deeper questions: How does our faith shape our view of science and vaccines? In what ways are we called to be stewards of God’s love in the face of global challenges? Delve into a thoughtful discussion on the Christian response to scientific achievement and the continuing call to serve humanity.
Read MoreFor peace in our world…
For nations of the world experiencing violence and unrest, especially in Gaza/Israel, Ukraine, and Nagorno-Karabakh…
For victims of terrorism and for those who mourn them…
For Jewish, Christian, and Muslim siblings in the Middle East, especially all who live in fear and under oppression…
For all victims of gun violence, especially in Baltimore and Laurel, MD; Fort Wayne, IN; Louisville, KY; Lansing, MI; and Castleton, VT…
For all in the path of Hurricane Lidia…
For continued recovery and relief efforts following the earthquake in Afghanistan…
For rescue efforts following flash flooding in the Indian Himalayas…
Louise Johnson, Executive for Administration, Office of the Presiding Bishop, thanks those who have taken the survey at Future Church: God's Love Made Real, and invites anyone who hasn’t responded to do so by October 16, 2023. Your valuable insights are welcome, and your voices are yearned for in their ongoing listening sessions.
Read MoreIn this video, Bishop Eaton addresses Indigenous Peoples' Day, October 9, 2023.
Read MoreFor victims of the mall shooting in Bangkok, Thailand…
For all in the path of Tropical Storm Philippe…
For Armenian refugees fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh…
For recovery and relief efforts following the earthquake and landslides in Nepal…
For safety amidst earthquakes in Naples, Italy…
For renewed respect and collaboration among political parties and leaders…
For all victims of human trafficking, and especially in Ohio…
For Canadian wildfires and those experiencing diminished air quality due to traveling smoke, especially areas along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States…
For all victims of gun violence, especially in East Louisville, KY; Philadelphia, PA; and Apopka, FL…
In thanksgiving for Nobel Prize winners and their contributions to the good of the world
For areas around the world experiencing violence and unrest, including Ukraine, Nagorno-Karabakh, Turkey, and Niger…
Join ELCA Coaching on October 11, 2023, for a Zoom discussion led by Dr. Mary J. Streufert on the importance and faithfulness of multigendered language for God from a Lutheran viewpoint. The session encompasses theological insights, small group discussions, and an exploration of language's impact on spirituality. Join ELCA Coaching every Wednesday at 11am MST/PDT, 12pm MDT, as we practice Courageous Leadership. Log in info is on the ELCA Coaching website.
Read MoreJoin the International Women Leaders' Back to School Gathering (online) and hear firsthand from IWL scholarship recipients studying at ELCA institutions. Dive into the essence of the program and witness the blessing of these ambitious women as they start a new academic chapter.
Read MoreThe ELCA, in partnership with other faith communities, launched "One Home One Future," a campaign inviting congregations to champion creation care and climate action. With resources from ecoAmerica's Blessed Tomorrow program, it aims to unite and inspire congregations in their environmental stewardship efforts. Read the original post from ELCA Advocacy at ELCA.org.
Read MoreThe ELCA Conference of Bishops convened in Chicago, electing Bishop Yehiel Curry as conference chair and Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer as vice chair. The meeting addressed several key topics, including the Future Church vision, racial justice, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Read MoreLa Rev. Maria Santa Cruz discute la importancia de amplificar las voces latinés dentro de la ELCA, enfatizando la representación, apreciación cultural e inclusividad. Destaca los esfuerzos del Sínodo de Pacífica en ser inclusivo y expresa esperanza en el papel activo de Dios en apoyar a las comunidades vulnerables.
Rev. Maria Santa Cruz discusses the importance of amplifying Latiné voices within the ELCA, emphasizing representation, cultural appreciation, and inclusivity. She highlights the Pacifica Synod's efforts in being inclusive and expresses hope in God's active role in supporting vulnerable communities.
Read MoreIn the face of burnout and life's challenges, Angela T. !Khabeb invokes biblical instances of fire to inspire resilience in this article from Living Lutheran. Emphasizing that God's presence and promises remain steadfast amid life's fiery trials, she encourages embracing the internal fire that drives faith and purpose, asserting that burnout is real, but so are God's promises.
Read MoreJoin 'One Home One Future,' a 7-year multi-faith campaign championed by ecoAmerica's Blessed Tomorrow Program and 30+ faith organizations. Engage in collective climate action, harness vital resources, and be a beacon of hope and justice in the climate change conversation. Sign up today!
Read MoreBishop Elizabeth Eaton of the ELCA joins 30 other US denominations in launching the "One Home One Future" campaign, urging congregations to champion environmental stewardship. Read more from Blessed Tomorrow about how faith and care for our shared Earth intertwine in this historic multi-faith movement. Visit the One Home One Future site here.
Read MoreCelebrate the journey of ELCA World Hunger, from fond memories to new resources and exciting updates. Dive into the latest “Go & Do News” and join us in building a world without hunger. Read the original post here.
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