In their May/June 2024 Global Links update, ELCA Global Mission highlights its enduring commitment to addressing global hunger and poverty through initiatives like AMMPARO, which supports migrants and refugees worldwide. The program, alongside other ELCA efforts such as advocacy for a ceasefire in Gaza and the deployment of missionaries globally, reflects the church's proactive engagement in fostering justice and peace across nations.
Read MoreAmidst the turmoil of the Israel-Hamas conflict, we stand with our global family in prayer and support. Read the latest Global Links newsletter for updates on the crisis, mission stories of hope, and ways to get involved. They also share mission personnel updates, new Advent resources and the ongoing Truth and Healing Movement.
Read MoreExperience the vibrancy of faith and community life in Zambia with ELCA Global Missionary Pastor Kristin Engstrom. From notable events like the 2023 ELCZa Church Assembly and Service of Ordination in Zambezi to the joyful moments of the Lusaka District Youth Camp, her September Newsletter is filled with inspiration and divine revelations. Witness how "ti yenda pamozi," or moving together, manifests in this part of the world.
Read MoreExplore ELCA’s efforts in aiding Ukrainian refugees in Poland, welcoming new global missionaries, and other initiatives showcasing their worldwide impact. Read the latest ELCA's Global Links here.
Read MoreWhile serving as global missionaries in Central Europe, Aaron Fuller and his partner grapple with the complexities of the Hungarian language. Through experiences of vulnerability and connection, they discover the essence of "accompaniment" in faith – not in mastery, but in the journey of solidarity and mutual connection with God and others. Read more in Living Lutheran.
Read MoreWinter greetings from Zambia, dear siblings in Christ. Yes, you read that correctly, it is winter here in the southern hemisphere.
In addition to these winter greetings, I share with you my July 2023 Newsletter, as a PDF, or download it on my blog: alongwithpastorkristin.blogspot.com. In it, you will find news of my recent work with the youth and young adults of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zambia and a reading recommendation so you can immerse yourself a bit into Zambian life.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their Global Links newsletter for July/August, 2023. Meet the new YAGM volunteers preparing for service in global communities and celebrate the centennial ministry of Lutheran churches in Cameroon and Central African Republic. Discover how you can get involved and deepen your understanding of global fellowship in their latest ELCA Global Links update.
Read MoreHere in Zambia, I gathered with five congregations in the Lusaka city area for Easter weekend celebrations. There were workshops, shared meals, worship, singing, and on Easter morning, we even marched on the side of the highway in front of the church to share the good news that Jesus is risen! Yesu, a uka!
In more good news, I’m sharing my April 2023 newsletter as a PDF. The Newsletter is also available to view and download on my blog: alongwithpastorkristin.blogspot.com. Please share the Newsletter with your congregation and anyone who might be interested.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their Global Links newsletter for April, 2023, featuring: The gift of goats in Nepal, news around the world, mission personnel, and how to get involved.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their Global Links newsletter for March, 2023, featuring: A Milestone for Women Leaders in the Holy Land; news around the world, our global partners, and how to get involved.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their Global Links newsletter for January, 2023, featuring: new family ties in Senegal, news around the world, mission personnel, and how to get involved.
Read MoreThe final deadline to apply for Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) is Feb. 1, 2023.
Now even more communities are ready to welcome you. The YAGM team recently announced that the Mexico and Central Europe country programs will be reopening in 2023. Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve there and in four other country programs. Learn more at ELCA.org/YAGM.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their Global Links newsletter for January, 2023, featuring: new family ties in Senegal, news around the world, mission personnel, and how to get involved.
Read MorePastor Kristin Engstrom, ELCA Global Missionary with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zambia, shares a video update on her year in Zambia. You are invited to share this video via social media, in worship services, or perhaps at an upcoming congregational meeting.
Read MoreThe priority deadline to apply for Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) is Jan. 15, 2023. The final application deadline is Feb. 1, 2023.
Now even more communities are ready to welcome you. The YAGM team recently announced that the Mexico and Central Europe country programs will be reopening in 2023. Volunteers will have the opportunity to serve there and in four other country programs. Learn more at ELCA.org/YAGM.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their December, 2022 Global Links, featuring: an Advent reflection from Daudi Msseemmaa, regional representative to East Africa; news around the world; mission personnel; new global mission directory available; and how to get involved.
Read MoreThe ELCA’s Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) program is ready for new volunteers! Applications are now open, and you can invite young adults on this journey abroad for the 2023-2024 program year.
If you know young adults aged 21 to 29, this is the time to reach out. Encourage them to apply for YAGM by the deadline of Feb.1, 2023. (Priority deadline is Jan. 15, 2023.) YAGM volunteers will begin in August 2023. Learn more at ELCA.org/YAGM.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their November, 2022 Global Links, featuring: Young Adults in Global Mission Welcomed Around the World; News Around the World; Mission Personnel; and how to get involved.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their August/September, 2022 Global Links newsletter, with updates from the Becoming Conference, news from the droughts in the Horn of Africa, mission personnel, and how you can get involved. Read it here.
Read MoreELCA Global Mission shares their July 2022 Global links newsletters, which introduces the new YAGM volunteers, new mission personnel, and ways to get involved. View online or download a pdf version.
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