In this webinar for ELCA rostered ministers, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth A. Eaton — along with the Rev. Philip Hirsch, executive director of Domestic Mission, and Mikka McCracken, executive for Innovation ― explains: • What is Future Church? • What specific hopes do we have for our ministries? • What are our next steps?
Read MoreAlmighty God, you have given us this good land as our heritage. Make us always remember your generosity and constantly do your will. Bless our land with honesty in the workplace, truth in education, and honor in daily life. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance; and from every evil course of action. When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful; and, in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Read MoreThe Weekly Online Gathering for ELCA Leaders continues this Wednesday, 1/20/2021,, 12pm MST, 11am PST. Links to the meeting at elcacoaching.org, as well as archives. Join Zoom meeting here.
Join us this Wednesday as we gather together and unpack our reactions to all that has taken place since January 6, as well as to what may take place through and beyond the inauguration. What does it mean for us to Be Church in a time such as this?
Read MoreWe may argue about what is legal, what we are entitled to or what we have the right to do with our bodies and lives. But Paul reminds us that we have been made one with the body and spirit of Christ; we “were bought with a price; therefore glorify God in your body.” Pray that the Spirit will guide us to live with humility and deference for who we are in Christ and in obedience to the ways and desires of God.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Carol Breimeier, Rev. Fred Nelson, and the people of New Spirit Lutheran Church in Tucson, part of the Sunrise Conference. Visit their site at newspiritlutherantucson.org, and their social media pages on Facebook page.
Read MoreBefore a natural disaster strikes, taxpayers are encouraged to be prepared, if possible. This includes developing evacuation plans, putting together kits of essential supplies and putting financial safety measures in place. The IRS has prepared a checklist.
Read MoreMartin Luther King Day Today we remember the life, ministry, sacrifice and activism of Martin Luther King Jr. Pray that his life and the legacies of others who have fought for civil rights and social reform will inspire our own commitment and persistence in working for racial justice, dismantling racism and combating white supremacy.
Read MoreRead the minutes from the synod council meeting on November 21, 2020, in PDF format.
Read MoreBishop Eaton spoke ahead of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day about the importance of recognizing and addressing systemic inequalities before healing and unity can begin.
Read MoreGreen Faith (greenfaith.org) works to inspire, educate and mobilize people of diverse religious backgrounds for environmental leadership.
Programs include the “GreenFaith Certification” for congregations and the “Greenfaith Fellowship” program for individuals.
Read MoreJesus invited Philip to follow him as a disciple, and Philip, in turn, invited Nathanael. Ask God to help us be faithful followers, students and, at the same time, disciples eager to invite others to join in God’s good work in the world.
Read MoreIn this week’s Story of Faith in Action (SOFIA) we explore Young Adults in Global Mission.
The program, which recently celebrated 20 years, originated from a partnership with the U.K. volunteer organization Time for God. Since then, it has evolved to include collaborations with ELCA companion churches or organizations in Argentina/Uruguay, Australia, Central Europe, Jerusalem/West Bank, Madagascar, Mexico, Nepal, Rwanda, Senegal and the United Kingdom.
Read MoreThank God for our special relationship with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.), a full communion partner with the ELCA since 1997; pray for the church, its members and its leaders, and pray that together we will find strength and new resources for the work of sharing the gospel and serving our neighbor, especially in these uncertain and challenging times.
Read MoreWe pray for Rev. Joseph Dillon and the people of Bethany Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, part of the Northeast Valley Conference. Visit their site at bethanyscottsdale.com, and their Youtube page.
Read MorePastor Steve Springer, Dove of Peace, Tucson, reminds us that January 15 is the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. and the day he’s on our Lutheran calendar. As Dr. King is a martyr, the liturgical color for today is scarlet red.
Pr. Springer shares five petitions, each beginning with "We remember" and a verbatim citation from "Letter From a Birmingham Jail."
Read MoreUnder the theme “Freed in Christ,” all lay and rostered people (active and retired) are invited to share updates about our synod and new stories of being church together.
With plenty of time for discussion, this is a great opportunity to connect with new people in our synod. Get more info and register at gcsynod.org/spring-gatherings.
Read MoreJoin people of faith throughout Arizona as we virtually celebrate Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Monday, January 18 through Monday, January 25, 2021. Bishop Hutterer will present Tuesday, January 19.
Daily devotions, videos, and prayers will be posted in this Facebook event. This is a time for all Christians to come together as an ecumenical community to pray for peace.
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Read MoreLutheran Social Services of Nevada shares their January, 2021, newsletter with news of generous gifts from Carolyn and Gary Weaver, a report on giving to children and seniors through their Christmas program, and welcoming Jocelyn G. Rodulfo as the recently hired Community Health Coordinator for Women's Health Connection.
Read MoreChristians Against Christian Nationalism provides a timely set of resources and thoughts.
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