Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…
Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…
Editor’s note: The following collection of reflections is a response to a reader call asking people to share their favorite hymns. “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” (Evangelical Lutheran Worship…
“After a moment, Theo spoke. ‘Then I propose that we make a trade. Give me that old picture in your head, and take this new one home with you.’” —Allen…
Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…
When New York State Pride reached out to local churches in the early 2000s seeking shelter space for LGBTQIA+ youth during the coldest months of the year, Trinity Lutheran Church…
As a professional oboist, Merideth Hite Estevez had always thought of herself as an artist. At a certain point in her career, however, she realized that she was pursuing artistic…
Series editor’s note: The 2026 theme for “Deeper understandings” is faithful witness in challenging times. This year, various authors will explore what it means for the ELCA, and each of us as Lutherans,…
Editor’s note: Throughout the summer, Living Lutheran is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence with articles reflecting on the church’s role in civic life…
The following are highlights of news and community projects being spearheaded by congregations like yours, which are collected from readers and synod e-newsletters. To share news of your congregation in…
Editor’s note: This article is an excerpt from the e-newsletter “Stories from Your Nebraska Synod.” Used by permission from the synod, Tic Tac Toe Marketing and Erick Hill. On a…
Ben Eisele, a pastor and co-founder of the discussion group Brewed Theology (BT), was leading one of its monthly sessions at a local brewery. His group included several faithful attendees…
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