Priesthood of all believers, ministry in daily life, spirituality in the workplace—no matter what you call it, vocation is something every follower of Jesus Christ encounters. What does it mean to you and for members of your congregation?
‘Tis the season for my grandsons to write their letters to Santa Claus. Aiden, age 11, is very likely past the belief-in-St.-Nick stage, but he’s hedging his bets by penning…
Editor’s note: On Sept. 6, Khader Khalilia, program director for ELCA Arab and Middle Eastern Ministries, addressed the church’s Multicultural Young Adult Event in New Orleans. Presented by the ELCA Ministries…
Editor’s note: This reflection is part of a series by chaplains in the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU) about the ways in which God is at work on NECU campuses. I serve as a pastor…
Series editor’s note: In 2025, “Deeper understandings” is focusing on the ELCA social statements. We hope to reintroduce them to readers as a means of provoking fruitful, enriching conversation between Christians with different…
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