Now that the election is behind us, LAMA reminds us it’s time to begin developing (or extending) your relationships with your legislators. Maybe you’d be surprised how effective a simple postcard congratulating them on their victories can be.
Read MoreBeautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Tucson has 35 gray choir robes plus 2 director's robes that are free to a good home. Contact Jenni Pavesic in the church office if you're interested, 520-744-2665 or office@beautifulsavior.net.
Read MoreHi everyone, my name is Everdith Landrau, also known as Evie, and I am delighted to join the ELCA World Hunger as Director of Networking and Engagement. I am a native of San Juan, Puerto Rio by way of Manhattan (Spanish Harlem), New York. I am an ordained Minister of Word and Sacrament with the Presbyterian Church, (USA).
Read MoreLutheran Social Services of Nevada is now helping people who live in the city of Las Vegas as they navigate the complexities of the current employment landscape and are looking to advance their careers.Contact an Employment Navigator from LSSN today or refer someone who would benefit.
Read MoreThe Horn of Africa is experiencing its worst drought in decades. Through the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), ELCA World Hunger is working in the Kakuma region in Kenya alongside the local government to help build the capacity of families to respond to and withstand worsening droughts in the region. These stories reflect the impact of our work together to end hunger through ELCA World Hunger.
Read MoreThis season of Advent begins with apocalypse, revelation. Contrary to the popular and colloquial use of the term apocalypse, it does not mean “end of the world.” Quite literally, apocalypse means revelation, pulling [the curtain] away.
Read MoreThe Evangelical Lutheran Church of Lithuania sings Once in Royal David's City as part of the Lutheran World Federation’s hymns of Advent & Christmas.
Read MoreAttend a 1-hour online briefing on the Energy Efficiency Materials Pilot Program on Thursday, 12/8/2022, 2pm MST, 1pm PST, to learn how to prepare to apply for Department of Energy grants of up to $200,000 for your congregation’s energy efficiency work. Register here.
As people of faith and conscience, reducing the climate impact of our houses of worship is an opportunity to care for one another and for our common home.
Read MoreThe Planning Team shares a letter of invitation to the Rostered Ministers Gathering in Phoenix next summer, July 17-20, 2023. You’re invited to join colleagues under the theme of "Rekindle the gift within you" (2 Timothy 1:6).
If you like to welcome people, help with registration, or have the gift of hospitality, please connect with Pastor Doug Dill: pastordoug@centrallutheranaz.org or 402-235-6969.
Read MoreThe Evangelical Church of the River Plate (Uruguay) sings Leonard Cohen’s Aleluya as part of the Lutheran World Federation’s hymns of Advent & Christmas.
Read MoreThe Office of the Bishop gathers for a ½ day working retreat with full time Office of the Bishop staff, and enters the season of Advent with a sense of adventure. We also share photos from the Bishop’s visit to Mount Olive Lutheran Church in Lake Havasu City.
Read MoreWe celebrate the following ordination anniversaries this week:
Deacon April Boyden, who celebrates 33 years on December 1.
Rev. Lars Hammar, Lord of Grace, Tucson, Open Space, Tucson, who celebrates 23 years on December 5.
Rev. Scott Summers, who celebrates 32 years on December 8.
For rebuilding and recovery work following tornadoes in the southern United States…
For families grieving children killed in a school bombing in northern Afghanistan…
For an end to continued war in Ukraine…
For an end to gun violence in our nation…
For nations and governments in leadership transitions…
For all who are struggling with and recovering from RSV, Covid, and other illnesses…
For strength and stability in marriages and all partnered relationships…
During each day of Advent, beginning with "DAY 1" on November 27, you are invited to reflect on a word of the day for Advent and watch a video reflection from across the Rocky Mountain Synod. Visit the calendar each day of Advent here.
Read MoreWomen of the ELCA’s Blue Christmas Service offers a safe place to bring your grief, fear, and loss. Brief readings. Quiet and reflective music. Prayers. All are welcome. Spanish translation provided. Register now to attend. The service takes place on Wednesday, 12/21/2022, 6pm MST, 5pm PST.
Read MoreRoxana Boroujerdi had spent decades as a social worker serving youth in Everett, Wash., when she opted for a change of pace in her career: She opened an ice cream business. That might seem like a major shift but, at its heart, Boroujerdi said, the work was similar. “There’s nothing that brings me more joy than seeing a happy kid,” she said.
With that, her transition to being the “Fun Times Ice Cream Lady” was complete.
Read MoreLutheran World Federation’s hymns of Advent & Christmas continues with our very own ELCA’s version of O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright!
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