Posts tagged MMIW
“No More Stolen Sisters”: ELCA Toolkit Guides May 5 MMIW Observance
“No More Stolen Sisters”: ELCA Toolkit Guides May 5 MMIW Observance

May 5, 2026 is the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Relatives (MMIWGR). The ELCA invites congregations and leaders to participate by wearing red, sharing resources, and engaging in prayer, learning, and advocacy. A new toolkit provides practical ways to take part and extend awareness beyond a single day.

Rooted in our call to justice and solidarity, this is an opportunity for the Grand Canyon Synod to stand with Indigenous communities, honor those who are missing, and support ongoing efforts for healing and change.

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ELCA, Leader ResourcesBrian FlatgardELCA Indigenous Ministries and Tribal Relations, MMIW, Church and SocietyComment
Join the ELCA in Prayer: Candlelight Vigil for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, May 5
Join the ELCA in Prayer: Candlelight Vigil for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, May 5

On Tuesday, May 5 at 5 pm (AZ/NV time), the ELCA invites all to join a Candlelight Vigil for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women via Zoom. Participants can register online, download the liturgy, and stand in prayerful solidarity with Indigenous communities in this important act of remembrance and justice.

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Brian FlatgardMMIW, American Indian and Alaska Native, ELCA Indigenous Ministries and Tribal RelationsComment
Book Study Amplifies Voices of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Book Study Amplifies Voices of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Join Region 2 Lutherans on June 5 at 6:30 p.m. MST for a powerful book study on Where They Last Saw Her by Marcie R. Rendon. Hosted by Women of the ELCA, this conversation will focus on how we as church can accompany Indigenous communities and respond to the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIW). Register now and be part of this faith-rooted call to action.

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Grand Canyon Synod, Region 2Brian FlatgardMMIW, American Indian and Alaska Native, Women of the ELCA (WELCA), Racial JusticeComment
May 5 Is MMIW Awareness Day: Honoring and Advocating Together
May 5 Is MMIW Awareness Day: Honoring and Advocating Together

May 5 is National Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s (MMIW) Awareness Day—a time to honor the lives of Indigenous women, girls, and relatives who have gone missing or been murdered at alarmingly high rates. In line with the ELCA’s Declaration to American Indian and Alaska Native People, congregations are invited to wear red, host prayer vigils, include MMIWGR in worship, and build relationships with local Indigenous leaders and musicians. Click here to learn more and access resources from the ELCA.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardMMIW, Racial Justice, ELCA Racial Justice Ministries, American Indian and Alaska NativeComment
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) day of recognition is May 5, 2024
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) day of recognition is May 5, 2024

The ELCA is encouraging congregations and individuals to learn more about the issue of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women (MMIW). Visit ELCA.org/MMIW for a full list of resources to educate yourself and your community and plan a recognition of May 5, MMIW day. We also share info from ELCA Racial Justice’s latest blog post.

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ELCA, Grand Canyon SynodBrian FlatgardMMIW, American Indian and Alaska NativeComment
Women of the ELCA: Truth and Healing Movement calls us to learn about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
Women of the ELCA: Truth and Healing Movement calls us to learn about Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

“Women of the ELCA has been involved in the anti-trafficking effort for nearly two decades. It is only natural, then, that we continue this important justice work with a focus on MMIW,” says Linda Post Bushkofsky, executive director. Many resources are available to assist you and your congregational unit as you work on these areas.

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Grand Canyon Synod, News, ELCABrian FlatgardELCA Indigenous Ministries and Tribal Relations, American Indian and Alaska Native, Women of the ELCA (WELCA), MMIWComment