“As people of faith, we believe that we must honor the dignity of every human, regardless of national origin,” reads the letter. “We have a commitment to follow the teachings of Jesus and to uphold our nation’s tradition of protecting the persecuted.”
Read the full press release for this letter on the LIRS website here. The letter with complete signatures is posted here.
Read MoreThe third 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.
Because this program is intended for registered BCG participants, recorded sessions will only be available for about 4-6 weeks following each session. Contact Deb Elstad, 3E Associate Director, deb.elstad@gmail.com, if your congregation wants to benefit from this one-time-only program.
Read MorePray for individuals and families trying to immigrate to our nation or seeking asylum and safety as they face changing laws, complicated procedures and unwelcoming situations and people. Pray that the love of God dwelling within us will move us to step forward and practice hospitality, compassion, understanding and empathy as bold advocates who accompany immigrants and refugees during their difficult and confusing experiences.
Read MoreGrand Canyon Synod Pastors on active duty are invited to stay at Spirit in the Desert free of charge before December 15, 2020.
Read MoreHealing of Memories Workshop: Live via Zoom from SITD is Friday, October 9, 2020, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Learn to deal with emotional, psychological and spiritual wounds from traumatic circumstances by deeply exploring your personal history. Sponsored by Spirit in the Desert.
Read MoreThrough the ELCA’s Resourceful Servants initiative, eligible rostered ministers can build up their retirement savings . A process of qualification and application must be completed by October 15, 2020. Learn more.
Recipients’ increased individual contributions of $600 to their ELCA retirement plan accounts with Portico are matched dollar for dollar, for a period of one-year.
Read MoreBishop Elizabeth Eaton provides this week’s series of devotions to observe the Season of Creation 2020.
Read MoreEnjoy the suggested hymn: “Light Dawns on a Weary World” (Evangelical Lutheran Worship, 726), as part of this week’s Season of Creation devotion.
Read MoreRev. Dr. Mark Allen Powell—along with Rev. Dr. Teresa Fry Brown—leads us at the Bishop’s Fall Gathering. He is an internationally known theologian and Bible scholar.
A retired Professor of New Testament at Trinity Lutheran Seminary, author of 35 books and over 100 published articles on theology and Bible, he also used to write for Seventeen magazine. Read his full bio in this post or view as PDF.
Read MoreThis resource (also available as PDF) is offered by the Grand Canyon Synod of the ELCA to assist individuals, small groups, and congregations in gathering conscientious followers of Jesus, to discuss the pertinent issues upon which we will cast our votes in just a few short weeks.
Read MoreMichael and All Angels There is so much we do not fully comprehend about heaven, earth and the means ― including angels and divine beings ― by which God has interacted with us throughout human history. Pray that our faith and the inspiration of the Spirit will open our minds, hearts and imaginations to the infinite, mysterious and awesome ways that God is present and at work in the world.
Read MoreMoving Meditation, Qigong Tai Chi with Bina Bou: Live via Zoom from SITD is Wednesday, October 7, 2020, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM.
Activate inner self-connection & healing through the moving meditation of Qigong Tai Chi with IIQTC instructor and senior trainer Bina Bou.. Sponsored by Spirit in the Desert.
Read MoreWith gratitude for the strong positive response by participants and donors to the ELCA’s COVID-19 Response Fund, ELCA World Hunger is happy to announce another round of Daily Bread Matching Grants taking place this fall!
Applications will be accepted beginning Oct. 1, with the fundraising event scheduled for November.
Read MoreBeginning first with publishing a weekly take-home Bible Study and a Family Sunday Worship Guide, House of Prayer has now transitioned to Drive-in Worship broadcast on low-frequency FM 107.9. It's fun to see cars lined up in the parking lot and hear the honked Amens.
Read MoreThe Rev. Patricia J. Lull was elected Sept. 25 to serve a second six-year term as bishop of the Saint Paul Area Synod of the ELCA.
Read MoreThe Weekly Online Gathering for ELCA Leaders continues every Wednesday, 1 pm Central, 11am MST. Links to the meeting at elcacoaching.org as well as archives.
This Wednesday is “Custodians of the Gospel: A Public Faith,” with Rev. George Mason (Producer and Host of Good God podcast, and Pastor at Wilshire Baptist, Dallas, TX).p
Read MorePray for our seminaries, colleges, universities and campus ministries as they work to create new approaches to education, fostering community among students and faculty when they cannot be physically present. Pray that we will be generous in supporting ELCA educational institutions and student ministries that are vital to our church and society.
Read MorePray for the Spirit to help us recognize, trust and appreciate God’s authority and power over all creation, the universe and our everyday lives.
Read More“Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; his greatness is unsearchable.” Give thanks to God and tell everyone about God’s grace, mercy and wonderful works for the sake of the world — works we are called to join in together as children of God.
Read MoreSpirited Book Club, The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr: Live via Zoom from SITD is Thursday, October 1, 2020, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
A Spirited Book Club discussion of Fr. Richard Rohr’s bestseller, The Universal Christ: How a Forgotten Reality Can Change Everything We See. Sponsored by Spirit in the Desert.
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