Ask God for forgiveness for the conflicts that divide our church and our congregations. Pray that when we disagree, we will exercise humility, love, respect and reconciliation, remembering and reaffirming our unity of spirit and purpose as siblings in Christ.
Read MoreGive thanks for theologians and teachers in our church, in our educational institutions and in our midst. Pray that God will grant them insight and wisdom to help us connect faith with daily life and deepen our understanding of God’s word, ways and desires for us.
Read MoreWe lift up the Pastor Thomas Stephens and the congregation of Central Lutheran Church in Casa Grande and Arizona City, Arizona.
Read MoreRemember in prayer women of the early church, throughout history and today, whom God has called and equipped as witnesses, bearers and teachers of the faith, and leaders in every corner of the world. They are a blessing to the church.
Read MorePraise God for Jesus’ life, teachings, ministry and personal example, which instruct us today as modern-day disciples called to follow Christ, share the gospel, serve our neighbor and grow the church in an ever-changing world.
Read MoreThank God for our special relationship with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), a full communion partner with the ELCA since 1997; pray for the church, its diverse ministries and its members and leaders; and pray that together we will find mutual support, new partnerships and new resources for the work of sharing the gospel and serving our neighbor.
Read MoreHerbert W. Chilstrom, 88, the first presiding bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), died Jan. 19 at his home in Green Valley, Ariz.
There will be two services. At both services, clergy and all rostered leaders of the ELCA, together with clergy of all ecumenical partners, are invited to robe and process, and asked to RSVP to Desert Hills at jhoward@dhlc.org and to Christ Chapel at this online form. The Minnesota service will be live-streamed.
Thursday, February 13, 2:00 pm: Desert Hills Lutheran Church, Green Valley, Arizona
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will bring a greeting, Bishop Deborah Hutterer will preach, and Pastor Martin Overson will preside. Reception to follow.
Saturday, February 15, 1:00 pm: Christ Chapel, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will preside and bring a greeting, Presiding Bishop Emeritus Mark Hanson will preach, and Bishop Jon Anderson will bring a greeting. Reception to follow. View live-stream.
Thank God for our special relationship with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), a full communion partner with the ELCA since 1997; pray for the church, its diverse ministries and its members and leaders; and pray that together we will find mutual support, new partnerships and new resources for the work of sharing the gospel and serving our neighbor.
Read MorePray that we will find joy in following the will of God as it is written in our hearts and revealed in Scripture.
Read MoreAsk God to help us actively mend the suspicion and hatred in our nation and around the world that divide us, frustrate compassion and generosity, and undermine our understanding of how to live in community. Pray that where we are broken or in conflict, God will show us how to be whole.
Read MorePray for the leaders of every nation, including our own, that they will heal long-standing and recent rifts, pursue just and peaceful agreements and solutions for the well-being of the people they serve, and share resources to relieve hunger and poverty everywhere, without concern for profit or gain for any single nation.
Read MoreWe pray for Pastor Ben Bergren, Pastor Brian Ward, and the congregation of Community Lutheran Church, Las Vegas. We give thanks for their gracious hosting of the GCS 2020 Assembly.
Read MoreLift up in prayer the names of staff — paid and volunteer — whose vocation and faithful, generous service enhance and support the daily ministry and mission of our congregations and synods, including administrative assistants, business managers, custodians and people responsible for digital communications.
Read MorePray that in moments when God says, “Come and see” (meaning “trust and follow”), we demonstrate the same curiosity, hope and faith that moved the first disciples of Jesus, imperfect and uncertain as they were even when face-to-face with the Messiah.
Read MoreGive thanks that God shows no partiality or exclusivity in sharing love, mercy and forgiveness; the good news of Jesus Christ is for everyone and every nation!
Read MoreGive thanks that God shows no partiality or exclusivity in sharing love, mercy and forgiveness; the good news of Jesus Christ is for everyone and every nation!
Read MoreThe Reverend Doctor Lincoln L. Leer passed over into the new life of God’s total embrace early January 14th, 2020, with all the family surrounding him in love.
The funeral service is Saturday, January 25th at 3:00pm at The Episcopal Church of the Nativity, 22405 North Miller Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255.
He is survived by his wife Ramona. We will update this information as we learn more.
Read MorePray for ELCA churchwide staff, volunteers and planning committees as they prepare for “boundless: God beyond measure,” the 2021 ELCA Youth Gathering in Minneapolis. Ask the Spirit to guide them as they help youth, young adults and adults catch a glimpse and develop a deeper understanding of Christ’s love and what it means to live a life filled with God.
Read MoreWe pray for the congregation of Love of Christ Lutheran Church, Mesa.
We lift up: Steve Talmage, Senior Pastor; Nanette Christofferson, Associate Pastor; Kevin Anderson, Youth and Family Faith Formation Director; Darlene Fleischhauer, Office Manager, Wedding Assistant, Baptism and Memorial Service Coordinator; Dick Beckman, Operations Manager; Janice Herron, Preschool Director; Dianne Oien, New Members, Seniors & Logistics Manager; Anita Christensen, Children's Ministry Leader; Jung Csuy, Director of Music Ministry; William Nunes, Traditional Worship Pianist; William Hewes, Contemporary Worship Leader; Heather Parker, WOW Coordinator; Karen Thompson, WOW Meal Prep Coordinator; Mark Cloud and Brian Thompson, Set Up; Patti DeLaney, Church Board President; Karen Humbert, Church Board Secretary; Michael Obert, Church Board Treasurer; Dan Wilke, Church Board Vice President; and Clyde Anderson, Dave Dohrmann, Allen Gjersvig, Melissa Riner, Church Board.
Read MoreWe pray for the people of Emmanuel Sudanese Lutheran Church, in Glendale, AZ. Emmanuel Sudanese is a synodically authorized worshipping community located on the campus of St. John's, Glendale.
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