Advent Series: Week Four
Living Faithfully

Advent Series: Week Four

During Advent on Living Lutheran, we shared a weekly prayer, Scripture and accompanying activity for you to complete with a group or as a solo project. In weeks one through…
Hymn of the Month – Go Tell It on the Mountain
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month – Go Tell It on the Mountain

Each month, Living Lutheran will share history and fun facts behind some hymns beloved by Lutherans. This month’s hymn is Go Tell It on the Mountain.
A dangerous time for a baby
Lectionary Blog

A dangerous time for a baby

Lectionary blog for Dec. 21 Fourth Sunday of Advent Isaiah 7:10-16; Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19; Romans 1:1-7; Matthew 1:18-25 Like many families, my wife and I have a “Covid baby” (a…
Bishop Curry issues statement on Brown University shooting
From The Presiding Bishop

Bishop Curry issues statement on Brown University shooting

December 14, 2025 As students prepared for finals yesterday at Brown University, they found themselves a part of the ever-increasing epidemic of gun violence in the U.S. and globally. We…
Bishop Curry issues statement on terror attack on Jewish community in Australia
From The Presiding Bishop

Bishop Curry issues statement on terror attack on Jewish community in Australia

December 14, 2025 Many of us awoke today to the horrific news of yet another deadly attack on the Jewish community, gathered for a Menorah lighting ceremony marking the beginning…
Advent Series: Week Three
Living Faithfully

Advent Series: Week Three

During Advent on Living Lutheran, there will be a weekly prayer, Scripture and accompanying activity. Each week’s Advent activity can be completed with a group or as a solo project….
Lessons from <i>A Charlie Brown Christmas</i>
Voices of Faith

Lessons from A Charlie Brown Christmas

We all know the story of the angel appearing to shepherds on the night Jesus was born. In church, we’ll hear Matthew’s version this year, but many will think of…
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The new LivingLutheran.org

Ring in the holiday season with our free gift to you: the new LivingLutheran.org is now live! Set up a free digital membership and enjoy these can’t-miss features:  A welcoming,…
Following new paths
Voices of Faith

Following new paths

Despite the fact that Lucille “CeCee” Mills preached her first sermon at age 9, she didn’t always plan on pursuing ordained ministry. Like Yehiel Curry, presiding bishop of the ELCA,…
Lectionary blog: Prepare in the wilderness
Lectionary Blog

Lectionary blog: Prepare in the wilderness

Lectionary blog for Dec. 14 Third Sunday of Advent Isaiah 35:1-10; Psalm 146:5-10; James 5:7-10; Matthew 11:2-11 Have you ever been in a desert or wilderness area? Most of us…
Advent Series: Week Two
Living Faithfully

Advent Series: Week Two

During Advent, Living Lutheran will offer a weekly prayer, Scripture and accompanying activity. Each week’s Advent activity can be completed with a group or as a solo project. Use it…
The greatest story
Living Faithfully

The greatest story

Focal verse “The angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid, for see, I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people’” (Luke 2:10). Reflection The…