In this interview with Lutheran World Information, Bishop Deborah K. Hutterer talks about the ministry of the Grand Canyon Synod, changing populist rhetoric, and being open to change.
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Ask that we will be strengthened and inspired by the Holy Spirit for sharing the story of God’s love and mercy — the story of Jesus — in today’s world and culture.
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In the story of Mary, Joseph and the humble birth of Jesus, we sense God’s love for humanity and God’s understanding of the diverse contexts in which we live. Praise God for loving us as we are and for reaching into the world in ways that we can relate to, understand and embrace.
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These petitions are offered as guides to prayer for the global, social and outreach ministries of the ELCA, as well as for the needs and circumstances of our neighbors, communities and world. Thank you for your continued prayers for the life and mission of this church. Download a Word doc, or PDF for letter size printout or legal size printout, or view the ELCA resource page.
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Remember in prayer the many people who work and serve during the holidays, including first responders, care providers, law enforcement, medical personnel, pilots and attendants, truck drivers, men and women serving in the military, seafarers, social service staff, and people serving in stores, restaurants and hotels.
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The Mount Olive Lutheran Church Woodshop in Lake Havasu City, AZ, donated a number of handcrafted comfort crosses to be delivered by Bishop Hutterer on her trip to Senegal.
The crosses come with the following message: “Keep it near, and when you hold it, know that your brothers and sisters in Christ are praying with you, and for you.”
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In the spirit of Christmas, many congregations decorate evergreen trees for their sanctuaries. Often these trees are covered in white and gold ornaments in the shapes of religious symbols and ancient Greek letters, such as the ichthus, or fish, the symbol for Christianity. These handmade ornaments are called Chrismons, short for Christ monograms.
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Families looking to start a new tradition in the new year will appreciate this resource, created for kids ages 4 to 8 and their caregivers. Bestselling author Mary Manz Simon and illustrator Fátima Anaya have created a story Bible designed for busy families.
Each of its 52 stories gives options for reading the vibrant retellings and then going deeper with facts, conversation starters, prayer ideas and encouraging notes for parents (Beaming Books, 2019).
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Give thanks and praise to God, who lifts up those bowed down and oppressed, watches over strangers and sets free the bound and imprisoned.
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The 2020 Gather Bible Study Event will be held Saturday, January 18, 2020, 8:30 am – 3pm at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church in Henderson, NV.
The theme will be “Vocation and Calling,” celebrating 50 years of women’s ordination in the Lutheran Church, featuring Rev. Dr. Kit Kleinhans. View the flyer for info and registration.
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Hear from travel author, TV host and Lutheran Rick Steves about why he chooses to support ELCA World Hunger. ELCA World Hunger is a recipient of a climate-smart grant from Rick Steves to support its work to fight hunger and poverty around the world.
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When the men’s basketball team from Stephen F. Austin arrived in Durham, NC on November 26, 2019 to play the number one ranked Duke Blue Devils, no one outside of Stephen F. Austin’s players and fans expected the game to be close.
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All Saints Lutheran, Phoenix, shared photos of their Angel Tree & Bicycle drop off day.
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Tanque Verde Lutheran Church is looking for the right person or persons to come do family ministry with us.
For more information visit tvlc.org and see the job description. If interested send a resume and cover letter to JoshAuchenbach@tvlc.org.
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Over 47,000 people in the United States died by suicide in 2017, and there were approximately 1.4 million suicide attempts. Pray for hope, relief from suffering and skilled, compassionate care for people who struggle with loneliness, isolation and depression, especially during the holidays. Ask that the Spirit will move us to see and respond to the people around us and to engage in and support suicide-prevention efforts such as the work of the Suicide Prevention Ministry, an independent Lutheran organization.
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We pray for Pastor Sarah Birdsall Isakson and the people of St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Phoenix.
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Give thanks for ELCA Good Gifts, an opportunity to support ELCA ministries and programs in nearly 80 countries around the world, including the United States. These funds and gifts support work being carried out by our congregations, companion churches and ecumenical partners.
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Pray that wherever the weather turns cold and damp, all people will have the warmth and safety of shelter, and that where shelter is absent or difficult to find, the love and generosity of God dwelling in us will move us to create and open shelters in our congregations, community spaces and homes.
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The Office of the Bishop will be closed for the Christmas holidays on Monday, 12/23/19, and reopen Thursday January 2, 2020. In case of emergencies, a contact number can be found by calling the office, 602-957-3223.
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We pray for Community Lutheran Church, in Bullhead City, AZ, an open & accepting congregation which ministers to the needs of all people through worship, prayer, outreach, education, fellowship, and service to the larger Christian community. We lift up the congregation and Pastor Tim Eighmy, Chancel Choir and Cantata Director Karl Thompson, and Accompanist Noni Robnett.
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