Happy 20 years, ELW!
Mission & Ministry

Happy 20 years, ELW!

Editor’s note: One way the ELCA is a connected church is through Lutherans’ shared love of music. As Reformation Day approaches, we’re sharing a series of articles exploring how Martin…

What is your favorite hymn?
Voices of Faith

What is your favorite hymn?

Editor’s note: One way the ELCA is a connected church is through Lutherans’ shared love of music. As Reformation Day approaches, we’re sharing a series of articles exploring how Martin…

Hymn of the Month – The Church of Christ, in Every Age
Theology & Beliefs

Hymn of the Month – The Church of Christ, in Every Age

Editor’s note: One way the ELCA is a connected church is through Lutherans’ shared love of music. As Reformation Day approaches, we’re sharing a series of articles exploring how Martin…

A sounded gospel
Voices of Faith

A sounded gospel

Editor’s note: One way the ELCA is a connected church is through Lutherans’ shared love of music. As Reformation Day approaches, we’re sharing a series of articles exploring how Martin…

Reformers to look to in challenging times
Theology & Beliefs

Reformers to look to in challenging times

Series editor’s note: The 2026 theme for “Deeper understandings” is faithful witness in challenging times. This year, various authors will explore what it means for the ELCA, and each of us as Lutherans,…

“A blessing to this day”
Mission & Ministry

“A blessing to this day”

In the northeastern corner of Oklahoma, at the end of the Trail of Tears, stands an enduring haven of hope. Oaks Indian Mission, a ministry of the ELCA, offers residential…

Telling a different story of renewing Lutheran-Catholic communion
Mission & Ministry

Telling a different story of renewing Lutheran-Catholic communion

Leaders of the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) met with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican on Oct. 1, looking forward to the ways in which Lutherans and Catholics can commemorate…

Beyond remembrance: ELCA takes action on truth telling
Mission & Ministry

Beyond remembrance: ELCA takes action on truth telling

In 2025, the ELCA Churchwide Assembly committed to encouraging and equipping congregations, synods and affiliated ministries to observe the National Day of Remembrance for U.S. Indian Boarding Schools annually on…

25 years after 9/11: Revisiting our stories
Living Faithfully

25 years after 9/11: Revisiting our stories

Editor’s note: As news of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks spread, The Lutheran staff gathered at the Lutheran Center in Chicago to watch the events unfold. Plans for the November…

Jesus, David and state violence
Lectionary Blog

Jesus, David and state violence

Lectionary for Aug. 30, 2026 14th Sunday after Pentecost Jeremiah 15:15-21; Psalm 26:1-8; Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 16:21-28 I know that I’m out of step with most Lutherans in my belief…

Belief and actions
Lectionary Blog

Belief and actions

Lectionary for Aug. 23, 2026 13th Sunday after Pentecost Isaiah 51:1-6; Psalm 138; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20 What’s the best thing about your church? No, think for a minute before…