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Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month
Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month

In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Living Lutheran talked with Latiné Lutherans and heard their needs and hopes. Today we pause to reflect on the work being done throughout the ELCA to affirm and honor our siblings of Latiné descent. In the article, read quotes from the ELCA Ethnic Specific and Multicultural Ministries team. For more information about the ELCA’s Latiné ministries or other ethnic specific ministries, click here or email Jennifer De Leon, director for racial justice, at jennifer.deleon@elca.org.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardLiving Lutheran, LatinoComment
Faith Lens: Faith and Vaccines
Faith Lens: Faith and Vaccines

This week's Faith Lens explores the profound intersection of faith and science, spotlighting the life-saving advancements brought forth by Katalin Kariko, Drew Weissman, and their pioneering mRNA research. As we reflect on the impact of COVID-19 vaccines, we're invited to ponder deeper questions: How does our faith shape our view of science and vaccines? In what ways are we called to be stewards of God’s love in the face of global challenges? Delve into a thoughtful discussion on the Christian response to scientific achievement and the continuing call to serve humanity.

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ELCA, Leader ResourcesBrian FlatgardYouth and Young Adult, Faith LensComment
For What Shall We Pray? 10/10/2023
For What Shall We Pray? 10/10/2023

  • For peace in our world…

  • For nations of the world experiencing violence and unrest, especially in Gaza/Israel, Ukraine, and Nagorno-Karabakh…

  • For victims of terrorism and for those who mourn them…

  • For Jewish, Christian, and Muslim siblings in the Middle East, especially all who live in fear and under oppression…

  • For all victims of gun violence, especially in Baltimore and Laurel, MD; Fort Wayne, IN; Louisville, KY; Lansing, MI; and Castleton, VT…

  • For all in the path of Hurricane Lidia…

  • For continued recovery and relief efforts following the earthquake in Afghanistan…

  • For rescue efforts following flash flooding in the Indian Himalayas…

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ELCA, PrayersBrian FlatgardELCA Worship, For What Shall We PrayComment
For What Shall We Pray? 10/3/2023
For What Shall We Pray? 10/3/2023

  • For victims of the mall shooting in Bangkok, Thailand…

  • For all in the path of Tropical Storm Philippe…

  • For Armenian refugees fleeing Nagorno-Karabakh…

  • For recovery and relief efforts following the earthquake and landslides in Nepal…

  • For safety amidst earthquakes in Naples, Italy…

  • For renewed respect and collaboration among political parties and leaders…

  • For all victims of human trafficking, and especially in Ohio…

  • For Canadian wildfires and those experiencing diminished air quality due to traveling smoke, especially areas along the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts of the United States…

  • For all victims of gun violence, especially in East Louisville, KY; Philadelphia, PA; and Apopka, FL…

  • In thanksgiving for Nobel Prize winners and their contributions to the good of the world

  • For areas around the world experiencing violence and unrest, including Ukraine, Nagorno-Karabakh, Turkey, and Niger…

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ELCA, PrayersBrian FlatgardELCA Worship, For What Shall We PrayComment
Exploring Faithful Language for God with Dr. Mary J. Streufert
Exploring Faithful Language for God with Dr. Mary J. Streufert

Join ELCA Coaching on October 11, 2023, for a Zoom discussion led by Dr. Mary J. Streufert on the importance and faithfulness of multigendered language for God from a Lutheran viewpoint. The session encompasses theological insights, small group discussions, and an exploration of language's impact on spirituality. Join ELCA Coaching every Wednesday at 11am MST/PDT, 12pm MDT, as we practice Courageous Leadership. Log in info is on the ELCA Coaching website.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardCoaching, ELCA CoachingComment
ELCA Embraces Creation Care with the Launch of "One Home One Future"
ELCA Embraces Creation Care with the Launch of "One Home One Future"

The ELCA, in partnership with other faith communities, launched "One Home One Future," a campaign inviting congregations to champion creation care and climate action. With resources from ecoAmerica's Blessed Tomorrow program, it aims to unite and inspire congregations in their environmental stewardship efforts. Read the original post from ELCA Advocacy at ELCA.org.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardClimate Change, One Home One Future, Advocacy, ELCA AdvocacyComment
Fe, Esperanza y Voces Latinés: Una Conversación Sincera con Maria Santa Cruz
Fe, Esperanza y Voces Latinés: Una Conversación Sincera con Maria Santa Cruz

La Rev. Maria Santa Cruz discute la importancia de amplificar las voces latinés dentro de la ELCA, enfatizando la representación, apreciación cultural e inclusividad. Destaca los esfuerzos del Sínodo de Pacífica en ser inclusivo y expresa esperanza en el papel activo de Dios en apoyar a las comunidades vulnerables.

Rev. Maria Santa Cruz discusses the importance of amplifying Latiné voices within the ELCA, emphasizing representation, cultural appreciation, and inclusivity. She highlights the Pacifica Synod's efforts in being inclusive and expresses hope in God's active role in supporting vulnerable communities.

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ELCA, Letters, NewsBrian FlatgardLiving Lutheran, LatinoComment
From Prayer to Action: Why Your Congregation Should Join 'One Home One Future'
From Prayer to Action: Why Your Congregation Should Join 'One Home One Future'

Join 'One Home One Future,' a 7-year multi-faith campaign championed by ecoAmerica's Blessed Tomorrow Program and 30+ faith organizations. Engage in collective climate action, harness vital resources, and be a beacon of hope and justice in the climate change conversation. Sign up today!

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardClimate Change, Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations, Blessed Tomorrow, One Home One FutureComment
ELCA and Bishop Elizabeth Eaton Champion the "One Home One Future" Climate Campaign
ELCA and Bishop Elizabeth Eaton Champion the "One Home One Future" Climate Campaign

Bishop Elizabeth Eaton of the ELCA joins 30 other US denominations in launching the "One Home One Future" campaign, urging congregations to champion environmental stewardship. Read more from Blessed Tomorrow about how faith and care for our shared Earth intertwine in this historic multi-faith movement. Visit the One Home One Future site here.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardClimate Change, Ecumenical and Inter-Religious Relations, Blessed Tomorrow, One Home One FutureComment
2023 Triennial Gathering Focuses on “Just Love”
2023 Triennial Gathering Focuses on “Just Love”

Nearly 800 women from across the country converged on the Phoenix Convention Center to learn, grow, worship and serve together during Women of the ELCA’s 2023 Just Love Gathering, Sept. 21-24, 2023. Workshops, Bible studies and plenaries covered a range of topics, including immigration, human trafficking, climate change, the Truth and Healing Movement and allyship. View photos of the event here and read a full summary here.

Servant events allowed women to give back by donating blood, making quilts for Lutheran World Relief, participating in the “Run, Walk and Roll” 5K to benefit Women of the ELCA’s Raising Up Healthy Women and Girls initiative, donating in-kind gifts for Phoenix-area non-profits, and knitting and crocheting “Knitted Knockers” breast prostheses.

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardWomen of the ELCA (WELCA)Comment
God's Love Made Real: A Conversation with Presiding Bishop Eaton
God's Love Made Real: A Conversation with Presiding Bishop Eaton

All members of synod congregations are invited to learn about the God's Love Made Real movement from Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton. Bishop Craig Schweitzer of the Western North Dakota Synod will serve as the host of this online event on Tuesday, 10/17/2023, 10-10:30am PDT/MST, 11-11:30am MDT. Registration is encouraged but not required; you may just join the meeting via this Zoom link.

God's Love Made Real encourages the ELCA to create a world experiencing the difference God's grace and love in Christ make for all people and creation. Bishop Eaton will share in a personal way, through examples, stories, and questions and answers, why God’s Love Made Real is vital to her and this church. 

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ELCA, NewsBrian FlatgardLove Made RealComment