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Leaving home with faith
When the pandemic hit in 2020, I was in Europe, separated for months from my family back in the United States. Even after I reunited with my husband and teenage…
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Built on a tradition of service
In history-rich New Orleans, a Lutheran congregation and a local research university have come together to build a brighter future for some of the city’s most vulnerable residents. Bethlehem Lutheran…
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Guided by love to serve
Focal verse Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; and there are varieties of services, but the same Lord; and there are varieties of activities, but it…
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An open letter to the Muslim community
Elizabeth A. Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has published an open letter to the Muslim community on Eid al-Fitr. “On this blessed occasion, I write to share ‘A Declaration of…
Voices of Faith
The gift of no
Sometimes God says “no.” I was so looking forward to visiting a dear friend, but a gut feeling told me not to go. I reluctantly canceled. Two days later, I…
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ELCA observes 35th anniversary
The ELCA will observe its 35th anniversary on April 30. On this date in 1987, the ELCA constitution was adopted during the opening session of the Constituting Convention in Columbus, Ohio….
Voices of Faith
Acts of the Holy Spirit
Series editor’s note: Throughout 2022, “Deeper understandings” will feature biblical scholars sharing some of their favorite books of the Bible. In May, Crystal Hall will reflect on Galatians. —Kathryn A….
Mission & Ministry
Transformations in ELCA colleges and universities
Described by Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton as “gems of this church,” the ELCA’s 26 colleges and universities have deep roots in the Christian tradition. These schools, with combined enrollment of…
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Easter is a season, not a day
I remember one Easter growing up in Toledo, Ohio, waking up very early for the sunrise service. My father, already at the church preparing worship, had pre-tied my necktie and…
Voices of Faith
Privilege and participation in The Batman
Protected by the night, a gang of street toughs bully a young initiate into attacking an innocent bystander. But as the boy hesitates and the bystander pleads for help, heavy…
Mission & Ministry
Cultivating leaders for climate justice
Elena Cedillo, Chad Rimmer and Phoebe Morad greeted each student as they joined the Zoom conference. The students, representing 10 countries and ranging in age from 21 to 70, had…
Voices of Faith
I’m a Lutheran: Joel McKinnon Miller
Actor. A lifelong Lutheran, he currently isn’t a member of an individual congregation but continues to be affiliated with the ELCA. When I was a little boy and we would…
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