Join Women of the ELCA on Sunday, May 5, at 5:00 p.m. Arizona time for a Candlelight Vigil honoring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women’s Day. Register to attend via Zoom, download the vigil liturgy, and learn how to get involved in raising awareness and seeking justice.
Read MoreMay 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThis Lenten season, 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.
Read MoreVisit elca.org/MMIW for resources on this month, including: 2023 National Week of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women; May 5, 2023 National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (#MMIW, wear red and post); ELCA #MMIW Sunday; and many resources.
Read More“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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