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God’s Work. Our Hands. Sunday
Mark your calendar for Sunday, September 7, when congregations of the ELCA will join together for the annual day of service, “God’s work. Our hands.” Participating in service projects is one way to celebrate who we are as the ELCA — one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. We are a church [...]
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Interim Ministry in After-Pastor Settings
OnlineInterim pastors are sometimes called to serve as “after pastors” – meaning, following a pastor who has engaged in some sort of misconduct (financial, sexual, or other boundary violation). For the ELCA's Interim Ministry Association's Annual Fall Education Webinar, Kendra Stea will lead a conversation about the salient issues in such situations. More Information
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Installation of the Presiding Bishop
Central Lutheran Church 333 S 12th St., Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe installation of the next presiding bishop, Rev. Yehiel Curry, is open to the public, and tickets are not required. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Central time, and worship begins at 2:00 p.m. A public reception to greet the new presiding bishop will be held at Central Lutheran following the installation. Complimentary parking will be [...]
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Gathering Expedition Retreats
Lutherdale N7891 US-12, Elkhorn, WI, United StatesThis fall, the ELCA Youth Gathering is hitting the road with Gathering Expedition, a regional retreat experience for 8th - 12th grade youth and the adults who lead them. It’s designed to be simple, meaningful, and full of movement — because ministry doesn’t just happen every three years. It happens in the in-between too. Over [...]
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ELEA National Conference
Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square 1260 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH, United States"Inspiring Leaders, Strengthening Faith" This much-anticipated gathering will unite educational leaders committed to nurturing academic excellence and spiritual growth in Lutheran schools. Experience three powerful professional development days, spiritual renewal, and networking with fellow Lutheran educators nationwide. Through dynamic keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and collaborative discussions, you'll gain practical strategies to enhance your leadership skills [...]
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Learn Together Over Lunch Series: ELCA Immigration Policies and Statements
OnlineJoin Kate Parsons, Migration Policy Advisor, and Raed AbuJries, US Network, Education, and Communication Manager, who will share about the ELCA's work alongside immigrant communities and dig into some of our commitments as a church regarding immigration. They will discuss the ELCA Social Message on Immigration, Sanctuary Churches, AMMPARO, and more. Join us live for [...]
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Creating Accessible Spaces on a Budget Webinar
Every church should be a place where everyone feels welcome and included — regardless of ability. But making your facilities more accessible doesn't have to break the bank. Join us for this practical and inspiring webinar designed specifically for churches seeking to improve accessibility with limited resources. We'll explore affordable strategies to enhance physical, sensory, and digital [...]
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YAGM Info Sessions
OnlineThe Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) team are hosting two info sessions on January 12 and January 30. Young adults (ages 21 - 35) are invited to attend this session to learn more about the YAGM program and get their questions answered ahead of the application deadlines. If you are a young adult interested [...]
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Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lecture
Luther College 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, United StatesThe Rev. Yehiel Curry, Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will offer keynote remarks at Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day lecture on Monday, January 19, 2026, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall. The theme of the day and Curry’s talk is “Courage for the Common Good.” Supported [...]
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YAGM Info Session
OnlineThe Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) team are hosting two info sessions on January 12 and January 30. Young adults (ages 21 - 35) are invited to attend this session to learn more about the YAGM program and get their questions answered ahead of the application deadlines. If you are a young adult interested [...]