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Faith in Action
We are the magi and light
As we journey, may we not weary as we wander through our nights.
Lectionary Blog
Lectionary blog: Surprise! God has called you
And it’s all a mystery and a miracle why God calls us, any of us.
Voices of Faith
Extending an invitation to church
The world has yearnings, and our churches can answer some of them.
Lectionary Blog
Lectionary blog: In Christ we have known God
To know God is to know the riches of God’s grace lavished on us.
Faith in Action
‘Silent Night’ at 40 degrees below
Shishmaref, Alaska, is often used as an example for those wanting to tell the story of climate change in the Arctic. But Marvin Jonasen, pastor of Shishmaref Lutheran Church, says…
Faith in Action
Starting fresh
Photos by Kathryn Brewer These are just a few of the things readers found when cleaning out church cupboards and closets, basements and attics: Mimeograph supplies. A poker table. A…
Faith in Action
Church Council looks to future
Meeting in Chicago Nov. 12-15, the ELCA Church Council took action on a variety of matters it hopes will move forward the church’s mission and ministries. The council adopted a…
Mission & Ministry
Faith, fellowship and dialogue
On a map, the three obscure countries nestled on the Caribbean coast of South America seem closely connected. In reality, “the three Guianas” — French Guiana (a province of France),…
Faith in Action
Tips from a pro
Gwynnae Byrd, owner of Home Transitions, a business that helps people organize, is also vice president of St. John Lutheran Church in Sacramento, Calif. She credits an article called “Tackling…
Faith in Action
Who wants our hymnals?
The Lutheran asked ELCA worship staff for some tips on getting rid of hymnals, choir robes, music, etc. BethAnn Lynch, coordinator for worship and liturgical resources, and Scott Weidler, associate…
Voices of Faith
‘Do you really think I want to live this way?’
My son is 16. Sometimes I forget because he can banter with adults; hold his own in a variety of social settings; and has attended three high schools in two…
Faith in Action
Where faith is caught, not taught
If you asked 4-year-old Lilly Miglia what she likes best about church, she will say “drawing pictures.” And “being in here,” referring to the nursery room with bright walls and…
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