Today we celebrate the ordination anniversary of Rev. Richard Jessen, who celebrates 63 years on May 24.
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The Rev. Emily Heitzman reflects on the pressures youth and adults face from negative messages about worth and belonging. Drawing on Scripture, she reminds readers that we are beloved children of God—fearfully and wonderfully made, worthy of love. Read the reflection.
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In this Bold Café reflection, the Rev. Dr. Ralen M. Robinson writes about harsh feedback, shame and the baptismal promise that our worth is not achieved but given by God. Her reflection offers encouragement for leaders and communities seeking to build one another up in love. Read the reflection.
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Our May 2026 Mission Support memo immerses us in the story of Concordia Lutheran Church in Worcester, Mass. Founded to serve the needs of non-English-speaking immigrant families, the church has come full circle today, once again serving a diverse neighborhood of immigrants and refugees. This congregation is deeply committed to remaining an inner-city ministry that accompanies the community as it changes. Read the memo to learn about their journey and discover their incredible ministry for kids and teens.
You will also find registration information for the Stewardship Kaleidoscope Conference, taking place September 21–23 in Baltimore, MD. Download the memo as a pdf here.
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Lutheran Disaster Response, Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma and local partners have completed recovery work for households affected by severe storms and flooding in May 2022. The project is a reminder that long-term disaster response restores not only homes, but dignity, stability and hope. Read the full story.
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Through ELCA World Hunger support, Lutheran Hope Cambodia Organization is helping an agricultural cooperative in western Cambodia create jobs, strengthen local markets and support women’s entrepreneurship. Rom Chan Oun’s work driving the cooperative tuktuk has helped improve her family’s income and expand her role in the community. Read the World Hunger story.
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ELCA Advocacy and ELCA AMMPARO have released a new resource, “You Shall Also Love the Stranger,” offering history, Bible study, reflection questions and action steps related to for-profit immigration detention. A related webinar will be held Wednesday, June 24, from 1-1:30 p.m. Eastern, with optional Q&A. Read more and find the resource.
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ELCA Advocacy’s spring state update includes Lutheran Advocacy Ministry Arizona, a ministry of the Grand Canyon Synod, highlighting work around food insecurity, voting, health care, housing, immigration and public witness at the Arizona Capitol. Read the full advocacy roundup.
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The Rev. Joy Mortensen-Wiebe was reelected May 16 to a second six-year term as bishop of the ELCA South-Central Synod of Wisconsin. Her ministry includes more than 30 years of pastoral and synod leadership. Read the ELCA release.
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The Rev. Justin Grimm was elected May 16 to serve a six-year term as bishop of the ELCA Saint Paul Area Synod. He will be installed Sept. 13 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Read the ELCA release.
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The Rev. Amy Current was reelected May 15 to a second six-year term as bishop of the ELCA Southeastern Iowa Synod, receiving 240 votes on the first ballot. Read the ELCA release.
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Today we celebrate the ordination anniversaries of Rev. Wallace Klandrud, who celebrates 71 years on May 23.
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Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest has named Bobby Ghisolfo as its new President and CEO, beginning July 13. Ghisolfo brings more than 25 years of nonprofit and executive leadership experience and will overlap with outgoing CEO Connie Phillips through July as part of a thoughtful transition after her 11 years of faithful service.
In his introduction, Ghisolfo emphasized Christ-centered leadership, compassion, and collaboration as central to LSS-SW’s mission. A celebration honoring the transition is being planned, with details to come.
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Join CONNECTIONS for a special Campformation fundraiser on Tuesday, June 9, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Phoenix. Reconnect with former campers and staff, sing favorite camp songs, enjoy dinner, and learn how Campformation nurtures faith and lifelong friendships.
A free-will offering will support camp scholarships and housing costs, helping make Campformation accessible to more young people. All are welcome—whether camp is already part of your story or you are curious to learn more.
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The June Blessed Tomorrow newsletter offers new creation care resources for congregations, including a new multi-faith film series, climate leadership opportunities, advocacy actions, and practical tools for supporting families and communities in a changing climate. Explore stories of faithful action, new research, and ways your congregation can deepen its care for God’s creation. Read the newsletter in full.
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More than 1,250 people from all 50 states, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico, and 26 countries gathered online and in houses of worship for the 2026 National Faith + Climate Forum, representing 33 faith traditions and 703 congregations. Now, the full recording is available for congregations and leaders seeking to deepen their commitment to faithful climate action and care for creation.
Explore the recording, participant guide, and practical resources to continue conversations and ministry in your congregation—from climate leadership training to faith-based creation care initiatives. Read more and watch the recording.
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PLTS is continuing its Racial Justice and Faith Certificate this fall with two six-week online courses: Artistic Practice for Leaders (September–October) and Intersectionality & Social Justice (November–December). Open to clergy, lay leaders, and all interested learners, the program explores faithful responses to racial injustice through an accessible online format.
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Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary is launching a new Certificate in Church Leadership in Fall 2026 for lay leaders, those pursuing SAM status, and current SAMs. Flexible 8-week online courses allow participants to enroll in individual classes or complete a 3-course or 6-course certificate focused on practical ministry leadership and Lutheran foundations.
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Faith+Lead’s Stepping Up to Supervision cohort (Aug. 18–Sept. 1, 2026) equips pastors, ministry staff, and lay leaders with practical and theological tools for supervising staff faithfully. Through three live Zoom workshops and a year of access to resources, participants will explore how to balance grace, accountability, and effective leadership in ministry settings.
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