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ELCA Racial Justice

Sep 9, 2026

Co-chairing a meeting with Sen. Barack Obama as equals – Guest Blogger Rev. Terrance A. Jacob

In honor of International Day for People of African Descent, which is observed internationally on August 31 each year, ELCA...

ELCA World Hunger

Sep 9, 2026

ELCA World Hunger Daily Bread Grant Applications Opening Soon!

ELCA World Hunger’s Daily Bread Grants support congregations and their partners as they work toward a just world where all...

Sep 8, 2026

Worship Resources from Augsburg Fortress Publishers – September 2026

Augsburg Fortress is the publishing ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources from...

Sep 3, 2026

For what shall we pray?

“For what shall we pray?” is a weekly post inviting individuals, groups, and congregations to lift up our world in...

Aug 6, 2026

Partner Organization Resources and Events – August 2026

Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources and events from other organizations and institutions. These Lutheran and ecumenical partner organizations work...

ELCA Racial Justice

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Co-chairing a meeting with Sen. Barack Obama as equals – Guest Blogger Rev. Terrance A. Jacob

Sep 9, 2026 - In honor of International Day for People of African Descent, which is observed internationally on August 31 each year, ELCA...

Juneteenth – Know That You Are Free

Jun 19, 2026 - In honor of Juneteenth, ELCA Racial Justice Ministries invited Dr. Denise Rector to share some thoughts about this federal holiday...

Hate Won’t Win: Commemorating the Emanuel Nine

Jun 16, 2026 - To commemorate the 11th anniversary of the martyrdom of the Emanuel 9 – the Rev. Clementa C. Pinckney, Cynthia Graham...

Honoring Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May 14, 2026 - In honor of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, ELCA Racial Justice Ministries invited Pastor Jill Rode to reflect on this...

ELCA World Hunger

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ELCA World Hunger Daily Bread Grant Applications Opening Soon!

Sep 9, 2026 - ELCA World Hunger’s Daily Bread Grants support congregations and their partners as they work toward a just world where all...

“Coop Tukuk”- Community Based Business

May 22, 2026 - Unlike many Cambodians who live near the border with Thailand, Rom Chan Oun decided not to migrate to Thailand to...

April 2026: Domestic Hunger Spotlight

Mar 24, 2026 - It seemed fitting to meet Floricel on International Women’s Day. She is a mother, community organizer, and beloved community member....

2026 ELCA World Hunger Resources!

Mar 19, 2026 - Greetings Hunger Leaders, Below you will find ELCA World Hunger resource suggestions for the 2026 season of ELCA Synod Assemblies...

ELCA Worship

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Worship Resources from Augsburg Fortress Publishers – September 2026

Sep 8, 2026 - Augsburg Fortress is the publishing ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources from...

For what shall we pray?

Sep 3, 2026 - “For what shall we pray?” is a weekly post inviting individuals, groups, and congregations to lift up our world in...

Partner Organization Resources and Events – August 2026

Aug 6, 2026 - Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources and events from other organizations and institutions. These Lutheran and ecumenical partner organizations work...

Worship Resources from Augsburg Fortress Publishers – August 2026

Jul 30, 2026 - Augsburg Fortress is the publishing ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources from...

Disability Ministries

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Upcoming Resource: Individualized Faith Formation Plan

Jun 7, 2026 - Today’s article comes from ELCA Disability Ministries advisory team member, Anita Smallin. The Disability Ministries Advisory team has been working...

ELCA Churchwide Organization (CWO) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Learning Day!

Jun 4, 2026 - June 11, ELCA Churchwide Organization (CWO) Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Learning Day! The ELCA churchwide organization will host a...

RMG Workshop: Creating the Tapestry of the “New Kingdom” Through the Lens of Disability Theology

Jun 4, 2026 - Hello friends! In just about a month, members of our ELCA Disability Ministries team will be headed off to the...

A Reflection On The Extravaganza

Mar 23, 2026 - Today’s post comes from ELCA Disability Ministries advisory team member, Anita Smallin. I have had the honor of attending the...

Administration Matters

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Index of the July 2026 Issue of Administration Matters

Jul 15, 2026 - Issue 105 of Administration Matters Six must-haves for a secure ACH approval policy A secure church ACH approval policy protects...

Index of the May 2026 Issue of Administration Matters

May 15, 2026 - Issue 104 of Administration Matters Property insurance FAQ 2026 The ELCA Church Property Resource Hub, provided by the Office of...

Index of the March 2026 Issue of Administration Matters

Mar 16, 2026 - Issue 103 of Administration Matters Rostered Ministers Gathering 2026 Registration for the 2026 Rostered Ministers Gathering, happening July 6-9 at...

Index of the January 2026 Issue of Administration Matters

Jan 20, 2026 - Issue 102 of Administration Matters January: Start the year strong with Portico’s 2026 New Year Checklist Kick off 2026 with...

ELCA Advocacy

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August Recess Opportunity

Jul 15, 2026 - OVERVIEW | VOTING RIGHTS | FARM BILL RENEWAL | FEDERAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT REFORM | GLOBAL HIV/AIDS FIGHT THROUGH PEPFAR |...

August Recess is Your Time to Shine

Jun 12, 2026 - By Alex Parker, ELCA Advocacy Coordinator August may be a couple of months away, but now is actually an important time to think about August Recess. Steps...

Current sign-on letters

Jun 11, 2026 - WHAT IS A SIGN-ON LETTER | IMPACT OF SIGN-ONS | DECISION PROCESS | UPDATED LIST Our advocacy takes many forms...

May Update: Advocacy Connections

May 28, 2026 - from the ELCA advocacy office in Washington, D.C. – the Rev. Amy E. Reumann, Senior Director Partial expanded content from...

Faith Lens

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Motivations, Inequality, and Good Service – Pre Service Trip Reflection 2026

Jun 24, 2026 - Editor’s Note: Many churches and youth groups embark on summer service trips. This Faith Lens post is a reflection we...

Summer Sabbatical 2026

May 20, 2026 - Faith Lens is pausing its weekly article rhythm for the summer. However, be on the lookout for three new resources...

May 17, 2026 – Look Up

May 13, 2026 - Prepare: The Gospel of John has some of the most dense “theological language” of the Gospels. Not that the others...

May 10, 2026 – Ordinary, Household Acts of Love

May 6, 2026 - Prepare: The Gospel of John has a very different character than the other three Gospels (Mark, Matthew, and Luke, which...