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Faith in Action

That’s (Not) Mine

Children get the message in our consumer culture that greed is OK and it’s normal to claim things as “mine.” It’s not easy to get rid of the habit of…
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Faith in Action

In a pickle

The children of Living Word Lutheran Church, Laurinburg, N.C., from the time they can toddle have deposited their own offering in a large Mt. Olive Pickle jar during worship. It’s…
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Lectionary Blog

Lectionary blog: Sing to God with gratitude

Be grateful for Jesus Christ and for all that he has done for us.
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Prayer Ventures

December 21 – December 27

A week of prayers for the world and ministries of this church.
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Lectionary Blog

Lectionary blog: Is God active in our world?

The Scripture lessons loudly assert the real presence of a real God.
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Prayer Ventures

December 14 – December 20

A week of prayers for the world and ministries of this church.
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Lectionary Blog

Lectionary blog: Don’t stop at just confession

We also need repentance, which leads to a change in direction.
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Prayer Ventures

December 7 – December 13

A week of prayers for the world and ministries of this church.
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Lectionary Blog

Lectionary blog: There ain’t no easy way

Church, if done right, reminds us of things we’d rather not think about.
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Prayer Ventures

November 30 – December 6

A week of prayers for the world and ministries of this church.
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Faith in Action

Share your good news

To share the unique stories of its parishioners, WestSide Lutheran, Sioux Falls, S.D., created “WestSide Stories,” online video vignettes of its members sharing their faith and passion for the congregation….
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Faith in Action

Youth celebrate ‘bold’ women in their lives

Bold Women’s Day, observed on the fourth Sunday in February by Women of the ELCA, celebrates Lutheran women who are boldly living their faith in Jesus Christ. Members of All…