Plans A, B and C
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Plans A, B and C

Lectionary for March 15, 2026 Fourth Sunday in Lent 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 23; Ephesians 5:8-14; John 9:1-41 Did you ever start out to do something great, but your first…
Study guide for “Holy Rollers”
Study Guides

Study guide for “Holy Rollers”

Who would ever think that the popular roleplaying game of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D)—steeped in themes of fantasy and magic, and featuring wizards, elves and other imaginary characters embarking on…
Study guide for “Unlocking a new ministry model”
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Study guide for “Unlocking a new ministry model”

News flash (that is no real news): Our church is changing. Congregations are getting smaller, finances are stretched, and there are fewer traditional rostered ministers available. What’s a denomination to…
Thirst and movement
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Thirst and movement

Lectionary for March 8, 2026 Third Sunday in Lent Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 95; Romans 5:1-11; John 4:5-42 After taking a few decades off, I’ve been running again for the past…
Journeys of blessings
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Journeys of blessings

Lectionary for March 1, 2026 Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12:1-4a; Psalm 121; Romans 4:1-5, 13-17; John 3:1-17 I used to run a small boutique tourism company, guiding tours for…
A historic day in Jerusalem
Mission & Ministry

A historic day in Jerusalem

On a bright, mild January day in the Old City of Jerusalem, with the sounds of Christmas carols leading the parade, the spirit of joy echoed through the narrow corridors…
An Advent Scripture recap and reflection
Spiritual Resources

An Advent Scripture recap and reflection

As the season of Advent comes to an end, take some time to read and ponder these Scriptures collected from Bread for the Day. At the end of this list…
Advent Prayer Chain Craft
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Advent Prayer Chain Craft

This week’s Advent activity can be completed with a group or as a solo project. Use it to create a space for reflection, community and celebration as you anticipate the…
ELCA’s best-kept secret helps ministers and lay leaders alike
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ELCA’s best-kept secret helps ministers and lay leaders alike

One of the ELCA’s best-kept secrets has been a successful program for 20 years. Since 2002 the ELCA’s coaching ministry has been an influential and effective tool for personal, relational…
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Lectionary blog: The kingdom is a promise

Lectionary blog for Aug. 7 Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost Genesis 15:1-6; Psalm 33:12-22; Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16; Luke 12:32-40 One Sunday morning about 20 years ago I slipped out of our…