Martin Luther’s reforming ideas spread like wildfire in the 16th century because the recently invented printing press enabled mass distribution of his treatises and pamphlets. Since then Lutherans have been…
Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has released a statement on the conflict in the Holy Land. “The ELCA’s commitments call on us to denounce unequivocally any attacks—past, present…
Would you be surprised to hear lively discussion about an ELCA social teaching document among your congregation’s young adult group? Peace Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, S.D., has found resources…
Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer from the ELCA resource Prayer ventures, which can be downloaded here. These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life…
Nearly 800 women from around the world gathered in Phoenix to attend the Women of the ELCA (WELCA) triennial gathering Sept. 21-24, under the theme “Just Love.” The body’s Twelfth…
Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer from the ELCA resource Prayer ventures, which can be downloaded here. These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life…
In parts of Ghana many families eat only one meal a day. Especially in the Volta region, where low-income farmers have struggled to make ends meet amid the recent effects…
Today we are sharing five prompts to inspire you during your personal spiritual time so you can set your intentions for the week ahead. Take a moment to reflect on…
Jeff Johnson’s life and ministry have been profoundly influenced by various communities and a deep commitment to spreading the message of God’s unconditional love. As he prepares to become bishop…
Elizabeth A. Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has released a message on the escalating crisis between Israel and Hamas. “As Lutherans, we are accustomed to holding tension between two…
Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer from the ELCA resource Prayer ventures, which can be downloaded here. These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life…
In April, ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton launched the Truth and Healing Movement to increase the church’s understanding of the impacts of colonization on Indigenous people in past and present…
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