Throughout our “Lutheran legacy of peacemaking” series in 2018, Living Lutheran has explored Lutheran contributions to the Christian tradition of peacemaking. In commemoration of the 2018 International Day of Peace, here…
Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series highlighting youth and young adult ministries funded by Always Being Made New: The Campaign for the ELCA. In recognition that…
A single photograph is the reason two Lutheran quilting groups 1,200 miles apart have developed an extraordinary friendship. In 2016, Kate Yelvington, secretary of Bay Shore Lutheran Church in Whitefish…
Editor’s note: Each ELCA Ethnic Specific and Multicultural Ministry has developed a mission strategy unique to its needs and aspirations. In this monthly series, we will feature the presidents of each ELCA Ethnic Specific…
Editor’s note: With global migration on the rise and cultural polarization increasing, there is a pressing need for peace among neighbors and nations. This article is part of the “Lutheran…
Before the 2018 ELCA Youth Gathering kicked off on June 27 in Houston, some attendees arrived earlier in the week to participate in pre-events—the Multicultural Youth Leadership Event (MYLE) and…
Editor’s note: With global migration on the rise and cultural polarization increasing, there is a pressing need for peace among neighbors and nations. In this six-part series, “Lutheran legacy of…
Starting something new is never easy. Starting outreach to a community that’s been neglected or ignored is even harder. I’m learning these lessons in my new call as associate pastor…
Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series highlighting youth and young adult ministries funded by Always Being Made New: The Campaign for the ELCA. Teaming up is…
My family watches for rivers of peace. We seek them out in a place known for conflict and discord. We are Lutherans living in the Holy Land. For many, healing…
Glenda Eggerling wanted a different experience. A member of a predominantly white ELCA congregation, she began attending additional worship services at an ethnically diverse congregation to gain new insights. Eggerling’s…
Congregations are always trying to find out the rules of attraction. I don’t use the word “attractive” to indicate “hip,” “trendy” or even aesthetically pretty, but a cluttered building does…
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