When boilers are serviced regularly, they’re safer, more efficient and less likely to break down. Regular boiler service will reduce your energy bills and ensure that the boiler and its main components have a longer life. Should your congregation need funds for infrastructure repairs or improvements, contact the ELCA Federal Credit Union for a cost-effective loan solution either by phone at 877-715-1111 or by visiting their website.
Read MoreThe Lucas family lost their son and gained a cause. When 18 year old Jonah died, his grieving family decided to start a program inspired by his caring relationships with people experiencing homelessness. They now collect coats and other clothing items for distribution to those in need KUTV in Salt Lake City, Utah featured this story under the heading “Pay It Forward.”
Read MorePray for ELCA churchwide staff, volunteers and planning committees as they prepare for “boundless: God beyond measure,” the 2021 ELCA Youth Gathering in Minneapolis. Ask the Spirit to guide them as they help youth, young adults and adults catch a glimpse and develop a deeper understanding of Christ’s love and what it means to live a life filled with God.
Read MoreWe pray for the congregation of Love of Christ Lutheran Church, Mesa.
We lift up: Steve Talmage, Senior Pastor; Nanette Christofferson, Associate Pastor; Kevin Anderson, Youth and Family Faith Formation Director; Darlene Fleischhauer, Office Manager, Wedding Assistant, Baptism and Memorial Service Coordinator; Dick Beckman, Operations Manager; Janice Herron, Preschool Director; Dianne Oien, New Members, Seniors & Logistics Manager; Anita Christensen, Children's Ministry Leader; Jung Csuy, Director of Music Ministry; William Nunes, Traditional Worship Pianist; William Hewes, Contemporary Worship Leader; Heather Parker, WOW Coordinator; Karen Thompson, WOW Meal Prep Coordinator; Mark Cloud and Brian Thompson, Set Up; Patti DeLaney, Church Board President; Karen Humbert, Church Board Secretary; Michael Obert, Church Board Treasurer; Dan Wilke, Church Board Vice President; and Clyde Anderson, Dave Dohrmann, Allen Gjersvig, Melissa Riner, Church Board.
Read MoreWe pray for the people of Emmanuel Sudanese Lutheran Church, in Glendale, AZ. Emmanuel Sudanese is a synodically authorized worshipping community located on the campus of St. John's, Glendale.
Read MoreThe ELCA Youth Gathering offers a great way for congregations to be a part of the larger church. The Gathering can be quite a financial and faith commitment on the part of the congregation as well as the family, but I strongly believe this event belongs on the timeline of each person’s faith journey. With a solid plan in place, collecting the funding for this experience can be both faith-filled and joyful.
Read MoreLast week, in a flurry of misleading headlines, many of us read that the United Methodist Church had split. This is not, in fact, what happened.
Many of you may be pondering the good Lutheran question: What does this mean? For the UMC? For our full communion partnership? It is simply too soon to have clarity on those questions. I assure you that there are leaders, both ELCA and UMC, who are carefully and faithfully tending to these questions.
Read MoreLove of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa has about 300 used chairs that they would like to sell for $5.00 each. About half of the chairs have a book rack underneath. Contact Love of Christ Lutheran Church if you are interested.
Read MoreThese guidelines will assist pastors and other congregational leaders in keeping a parish register.
Read MoreGive thanks for saints, martyrs and leaders, throughout history and today, who have dedicated their lives to racial justice, equality for all people and an end to racism and discrimination, and who stand with the neglected or weary. Pray that our actions, words and service for the sake of our neighbor will be inspired and guided by the witness and example of these bold leaders.
Read MoreForm A & C Parochial Reports, which are due February 15, 2020, are available on the ELCA.org Office of the Secretary resource page. These reports as well as many types of other resources can be found the page.
If your congregation did not receive your password from ELCA Churchwide, or if you have any questions, please contact Theresa Thornburgh in the synod office.
Read MoreFor Bishop Hutterer’s upcoming trip to Israel and Palestine, we are looking for three or four gifts she can share with people she meets in her travels to the Holy Land.
If you can share unique or homemade gifts that reflect the Grand Canyon synod, please contactthe office. Items needed by January 21, 2020. These items need to be, small, packable, and travel well.
Read MoreWeeks, months and even years after a natural disaster is no longer news, an impacted congregation will still need assistance to recover and come back stronger and better prepared for the future. If you choose to provide assistance to those in need, first consider the best way to do so. For information about the work of the ELCA’s Lutheran Disaster Response, visit itswebsite or contact the LDR team directly at 773-380-2863.
Read MoreGod’s voice and presence throughout creation are powerful and awesome. Give glory and praise to God as a humble member of the body of Christ, seeking God’s strength each day.
Read MoreWe pray for the people of Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Tucson, AZ. We lift up Senior Pastor Jeff Kallevig, Parish Administrator Kathryn Barrera, Publications Coordinator Steve VanMeter, Nursery Coordinator Tammie Anderson, and Facilities Technician Mark Valenzuela.
Read MoreWe invite you to study, pray and give with us during ELCA World Hunger’s 40 Days of Giving — for the good of our families, our neighbors and communities around the world.
Explore and engage during this Lenten season by bringing ELCA World Hunger into your congregation and home with resources including a Lenten Calendar, Study Guide, Coin Jar Wrapper, and Weekly Email Series.
Read MorePray for people who struggle with substance abuse and addictions and for those who are working to rebuild their lives and relationships through sobriety and the support of companions who understand the challenges of recovery. Pray that they will have faith in God’s unwavering love and forgiveness in moments of despair, joy, accomplishment, weakness and stumbling.
Read MoreIn March 2018 the ELCA introduced Tithe.ly as an ELCA preferred vendor for electronic giving. Featuring online, mobile and text giving options, Tithe.ly is now expanding its product line to offer website services and church management software to ELCA congregations at a low cost. Enable members of your congregation to give online, manage your membership data or freshen up your congregation’s website using Tithe.ly’s suite of tools. Get started.
Read MoreAll four Gospels describe the Spirit leading Jesus from the affirming waters of baptism to the demanding temptations found in the wilderness. He emerges from those transformative events with piercing clarity and vision.
The term “20/20 vision” means clarity and sharpness of sight. As we begin the year 2020, how might we get 20/20 vision to follow God? Consider using the Affirmation of Baptism as a template for your discernment.
Read MoreWashed in the waters of baptism and touched by the Spirit, Jesus began his ministry and was made known to the world as the Son of God bringing the light and truth of God to the world. Remember in prayer how we are cleansed and renewed daily through our baptism, filled with the Holy Spirit, prepared for a life of praising God and serving our neighbor, and called to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
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