After the pomp and circumstance of commencement, most college graduates feel pressure to join the workforce and start a career right away. Those who choose Lutheran Volunteer Corps (LVC) walk…
Nylmarie Santiago is a member of San Pedro Lutheran in Toa Baja, Puerto Rico, an ELCA congregation that was severely impacted by Hurricane Maria. When the storm hit in September…
“We know that our lives are at risk, but we have nowhere else to go. The police can’t protect us. … All we can do is trust in God.” Editor’s…
Misión Mesa Abierta, Kenner, La. Obrero de la construcción Creo que Dios provee y nunca nos abandona ni nos olvida, no importa lo que suceda. Creo en el gran amor…
Editor’s note: This article describes the experiences and decisions of Advent Lutheran Church in Arlington, Va., regarding church membership. The community at Advent Lutheran Church in Arlington, Va., is composed…
As a means of “holistic renewal,” Transformational Ministry 2.0: Yet Another Path (TM 2.0) is a central part of ELCA efforts to help congregations and synods look toward renewed or…
The hand of the Lord came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of a valley; it…
Editor’s note: This reflection is an addition to the March 2018 cover story, “Called and chosen.” I was born and raised in South Africa. My ancestors were among the first converts…
“Being Lutheran is not about living in a Lutheran bubble. We become more fully Lutheran—and more importantly more fully Christian—when we encounter and do life with people who are not…
If you’re an African-descent Lutheran like me, you’ve probably already seen Black Panther, which opened last weekend—maybe twice. If not, by seeing it you’ll be getting a solid entry in…
First Lutheran Church, Nashville, Tenn. I believe God’s love sang all of life into being, each with a voice. I believe each voice is vital, and meant to be shaped…
“If I had to say something to youth who are considering going or who aren’t sure, I would say, ‘Go!’ ” — Mary Winsor, 16 Thousands of Lutheran teens from…
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