Today, we present our ELCA Advocacy Update for the month of April. Please read below for important information on ELCA Advocacy efforts in Washington, across the country and throughout the world. To read the full version of the update and for more information on advocacy efforts from our Lutheran State Advocacy […]

ELCA Advocacy Update – April 2016


When Martin Luther was asked what he would do if the world were to end tomorrow, he reportedly answered, “I would plant an apple tree today.” When we face today’s crisis, we do not despair. We act.

Celebrate Earth Day Weekend!




  The Lutheran magazine has been rebranded as Living Lutheran, and is now available online.  From the About us page: Living Lutheran is your source for news, reflections, and stories from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and its local and global companions. We cover religious news and social issues, […]

The Lutheran magazine is rebranded



The consequences of climate change fall hardest on our brothers and sisters who are least able to adapt because they live in communities already struggling with poverty and hunger... But the good news of Easter starts with the risen Christ who brings forgiveness, hope and reconciliation.

Take Action on Climate Change this Easter Season!




Dear friends, As a parish pastor, I always looked forward to Holy Week. It is a week filled with worship and lots of it. It is a week that we invite the world into the holy three days. It is a week that we once again are invited into the […]

ELCA Worship News: March 2016