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Sacred hospitality

“Sanctuary” means different things to different people. Perhaps that is a strength that can be brought to the ELCA’s self-designation as a “sanctuary church.” Individuals, congregations and synods are able to determine for themselves how best to live as a “sanctuary church” in ways that fit their context, mission, values and self-understanding of the gospel’s messages. How will you and your congregation respond?

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