Stories of God’s people putting their faith into tangible action in their communities.
This week’s reflection was written by Sarah Flatt, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church in Capac, Mich. Flatt was a team leader for the Definitely-Abled Youth Leadership Event that took place in Detroit prior to the 2015 ELCA Youth Gathering.
Kevin Kanouse, bishop of the Northern Texas-Northern Louisiana Mission Area (synod), came out as gay at the ELCA Youth Gathering during a Bible study/reflection time with synod youth. “Several of…
But despite its many trying events, there is still hope.
A survivor writes of the harm caused by forced forgiveness.
Alex LaChapelle is associate pastor of St. Luke Lutheran Church in Park Ridge, Ill. He loves playing music and attending concerts. This week, he talks about how a member’s funeral helped him understand a familiar children’s song.
It’s not just students with bags who can benefit from it.
There are ways to navigate such times until there is a break.
Bishop Kevin Kanouse’s July 18 letter to members of his synod.
The Youth Gathering’s mission rises up outside a Dairy Queen.
Recent revelations about abuse in the Duggar family, known for TLC’s 19 Kids and Counting, and the ensuing public discourse, has motivated me to write about my experience as an…
Seven years ago, the softball team manager of Woodlake Lutheran Church in Richfield, Minn., faced a challenge. While the congregation once boasted a strong team, declining membership no longer made…
The rummage sale at St. Mark Evangelical Lutheran Church, Davenport, Iowa, provides more than an opportunity to buy a 25-cent vase. It supports those in need, makes neighbors aware of…
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