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Faith in Action

Luther’s remarkable gift to us

His Small Catechism provides insight into the life of faith.

Faith in Action

A bishop, a farmer and shared lament

I had a bad feeling it was coming. I’ve watched beautiful fields of sweet corn stand unharvested in Southwestern Minnesota. It’s a story from the prairie that isn’t often told….

Faith in Action

I felt like I was unacceptable

A pastor’s offer of welcoming accommodation is rejected.

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‘Don’t cry. Be a man!’

Unfortunately, that poor advice has had tragic consequences for all.

Faith in Action

In that early morning space

Different avenues can lead to a time for daily spiritual reflection.

Faith in Action

Widening the ELCA’s circle

How can we as a church change our white, middle-class profile?

Faith in Action

An ‘Olive Agenda’ for America

Pope Francis realizes economics and ecology must coexist.

Faith in Action

A new opportunity to live love

We can respond to today’s diaspora with respect for diverse faiths.

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Youth Gathering serves, highlights Christ

One of our youth became sick during closing worship of the Youth Gathering (page 16). Waiting outside the medical area, two women who work at the Ford Center asked if…

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Youth Gathering showed dedication

I read the story about the Youth Gathering, “Rising up together” (September, page 16). This was my 10th gathering, and I was honored to attend. I cannot recall one making…

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The Reformation and ‘The Lutheran’

Our presiding bishop offers insight into what it means to be a Lutheran today in her column (page 50), a timely reflection given observance of the Reformation each October and…

Mission & Ministry

Witness

You have to be fast on your feet in airports these days. There is a quick shuffle in loading up those gray bins on the security conveyer belt. Passengers yank…