More than Politics: Theological Roots of ELCA Social Teaching

The ELCA’s social statements are not political add-ons, but expressions of Lutheran faith lived in the world. Kristin Johnston Largen explores the statement The Church and Criminal Justice: Hearing the Cries, highlighting its call for dignity, equity, and a transformed mindset. As Lutherans, we are invited to move beyond vengeance and violence, embodying God’s mercy in criminal justice and in all relationships. Largen, who is also one of the featured speakers at our 2025 Bishop’s Fall Gathering, brings these insights into conversation with our synod life. Read more in Living Lutheran →

ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardSeptember 24, 2025Living Lutheran, Social Statements, Social JusticeComment

Katie Thiesen: Deaconesses express radical love with Poor People’s Campaign

The Deaconess Community of the ELCA is using prophetic diakonia to do the work of justice with the Poor Peoples Campaign (PPC). This movement encourages us to be grounded in the thousands of scripture verses that call God’s people to the work of justice.

The Mass Poor People’s Assembly and Moral March on Washington on June 20, 2020 will be a digital gathering, marshalling collective voices to demonstrate the power of our communities, and you can register from this link.

LettersBrian FlatgardJune 17, 2020Deaconess Community of the ELCA, Social JusticeComment

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