LiturgyGram: Why the Wreath?
Today’s post is an excerpt from the ELCA Worship FAQ “What is the Advent Wreath and How is it used in worship?” The Advent wreath has its roots in the pre-Christian practices of northern Europe. People sought the return...
Fresh Waiting: Music for Advent
Today’s blog post is from Clayton Faulkner, Director of Worship, Music and Technology at Faith Lutheran Church in Bellaire, TX. If you’ve sung ELW #239-267 and are looking for some new worship music for Advent, try these on. These...
World AIDS Day Worship Resources
Today’s blog post is from Megan Neubauer, Interim Program Associate for the ELCA Strategy on HIV and AIDS. Each year, December 1st marks World AIDS Day; a day to commemorate all of those who have and continue to be affected...
Save the Dates: Worship at the Center Events
Worship at the Center events give you the opportunity to explore topics and rites of worship in the church through worship, presentations and workshops. They are designed for pastors, musicians, worship teams and anyone else interested in vibrant worship in their communities....
An Ecumenical Advent Devotional
As Advent approaches, Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has co-authored a devotional resource for your congregation with three other Lutheran and Anglican leaders. Along with Bishop Eaton, the weekly devotions were contributed by the Most Rev. Michael B. Curry, presiding bishop and primate,...
Supplemental Marriage Resource Available Online
In September the ELCA released a new marriage resource intended to supplement the existing ELW marriage service with language suitable for all couples. “These supplemental resources have been created to offer more inclusivity in language, pastoral care, and openness...