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A nativity story
Focal verse To you is born this day in the city of David a Savior who is the Messiah, the Lord (Luke 2:11). Reflection Tucked in a closet with all…
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ELCA presiding bishop, ecumenical partners offer Advent message
Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, and leaders of the Episcopal Church, the Anglican Church of Canada and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada have joined together to offer…
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Hunger and holidays
The COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to many alarming statistics this year—among them are reports showing food insecurity in the United States at an all-time high, with 1 in 8 households…
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Gratitude and joy
Focal verse Praise the Lord! O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever. —Psalm 106:1 Reflection I heard the stomping of feet…
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ELCA Future Church design affirmed by ELCA Church Council
The Church Council of the ELCA has affirmed the proposed Future Church design that is focused on a renewed purpose to activate the entire church so that more people may…
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News from ELCA Advocacy
Most eyes were on Election Day as the end of the campaign season, and Lutherans were busy getting ready. In Washington, faith leaders held virtual town halls with candidates to…
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The plate of blessing
When I was 10, I came to the dinner table one night to find my family’s special red plate at my usual seat. I smiled wide. I had told my…
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ELCA presiding bishop offers election video message
ELCA presiding bishop Elizabeth Eaton spoke to the church about the U.S. presidential election in a video message released today. “Today, the uncertainty of this election is causing anxiety and…
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Christopher deForest elected bishop of the ELCA Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod
Christopher deForest, Kutztown, Pa., was elected Oct. 24 to serve a six-year term as bishop of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the ELCA. The election took place during an online…
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Cheryl Pero, ELCA theologian, advocate and educator, dies
As the church approaches All Saints Day, the ELCA mourns another storied member of our family joining the communion of saints. Cheryl Stewart Pero, a theologian, writer, advocate and educator,…
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ELCA presiding bishop issues election statement
ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has issued a statement on next week’s U.S. election. In the statement, Eaton offers an invitation to a national prayer service. “This coming Sunday, Nov. 1,…
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Failure and faith
One of my greatest faith lessons came from failing at youth sports. I sat on the bench for four years. Four years! I tried my best, gave it everything I…
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