Pray for pastors and Christian education leaders who are working through the challenges of confirmation instruction in a time when most congregations are still unable to meet in person. Ask God to lead them toward creative, effective solutions that will nurture and strengthen faith in young people, share the teachings of the church and affirm their roles and gifts as members of the body of Christ.
Read MoreIt was a privilege to be one of the contributing writers for Hear My Voice: A Prison Prayer Book. As a person in prison, it has been a joyful satisfaction to see how valuable and much appreciated the book is among the incarcerated men I have come to know.
Read MoreThe fifth session of the Beginning a Culture of Generosity fall stewardship program is available for review. It’s available here for those who missed it or are curious about the program.
Read MoreGive praise and glory to God! We are alive and free because Jesus died and rose again for the sake of all humankind, that when we pass from this life, we will enjoy life together with God forever.
Read MoreDownload the PowerPoint presentation from the Grand Canyon Synod’s “Cyber Security Awareness: Staying Safe in Today’s Electronic World” Zoom meeting this week, from Professor Anthony Cicero.
Read MoreListen to devotional music available through Augsburg Fortress: “The King Shall Come;” “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ;” “Steal Away.”
Read MorePray for people who are recovering from hurricanes, storms and flooding here and in other countries. Ask God to displace their grief and despair with hope, their feelings of loss with comfort and wholeness, and their isolation and loneliness with the reassurance that people, congregations and ministries such as Lutheran Disaster Response will stand with them now and for the long haul of recovery and healing.
Read MoreLectionary 33, Year A, November 15, 2020: Righteous God, our merciful master, you own the earth and all its peoples, and you give us all that we have. Inspire us to serve you with justice and wisdom, and prepare us for the joy of the day of your coming, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Read MoreBishop James Hazelwood offers several ideas he’s thought of or read about in terms of Advent & Christmas planning.
Read MoreVeterans Day Remember and give thanks for the service and personal sacrifice of women and men who have served our nation in times of peace and war. Pray for those currently serving in the military and for their families, especially during times of separation, that they will know they are remembered, valued and cared for by their faith community and siblings in Christ.
Read MoreHundreds of people have used their time during the pandemic to start a new business. Feyi Raimi-Abraham has used the time to start the Black Dementia Company (BDC).
Read MorePause, reflect and pray for God’s help with whatever is most troubling or perplexing in your life right now — that thing that keeps you awake at night.
Read MoreHow do we plan for Advent and Christmas in a time of pandemic? The conference deans and the Bishop have set aside some time Tuesday, November 10 at 3:00 pm MST so that you can share ideas of what this might look like. Please register for the Zoom meeting here.
Read MoreGive thanks to God for Augsburg Fortress, the publishing ministry of the ELCA. Ask God to bless and further its work creating resources and partnerships “to support the ministries of faith communities in communicating the good news of God’s liberating grace.”
Read MorePray for insight and wisdom from the Spirit that will help us lead lives pleasing to God and glimpse the kingdom of heaven.
Read MoreMusician David Haas has been accused of sexual misconduct by several women spanning many years. Several institutions have requested congregations to no longer sing works by Haas pending an investigation.
Read MoreContinue to pray for our global companions as some countries experience a new wave of COVID-19 infections. Pray for those countries most affected, that we might share physical and spiritual support and resources, mutually encourage leaders and congregations, and wait patiently for the day when we can celebrate our unity and work together in person.
Read MoreThroughout the past several weeks, posts about Advent and Christmas planning have begun to appear on social media forums for worship leaders.
As a cantor, I’ve read such conversations with a mixture of interest and exasperation. There is much creativity in our midst, and many are faithfully planning with appropriate responsibility and care.
Read MorePraise God for leading us and renewing us with light and truth throughout our baptismal journey.
Read MoreELCA Coaching and Rev. Mike Weaver present Improv (aka Adapative Leadership) Techniques to Face the Unknown, Wednesday, November 11, 12 pm MST.
The Weekly Online Gathering for ELCA Leaders continues every Wednesday, 1 pm Central, 12pm MST. Links to the meeting at elcacoaching.org as well as archives.
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