ELCA News

Stories from the News Service of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)

[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

On Jan. 23 journey alongside Presiding Bishop Curry of @iamepiscopalian and others as they explore the power of love in the new film A Case for Love. The film’s discussion guide was developed by @LutherSeminary's Faith+Lead. https://t.co/wA940WItPa

[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

“Mary said, ‘My soul magnifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has looked with favor on the lowly state of his servant. Surely from now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me’” (Luke 1:46-49) #ELCA #Advent

[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

Today is the winter solstice, the shortest day and the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. #Advent #ELCA #WinterSolstice

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The North American North American heads of Churches Beyond Borders met online with their Lutheran and Episcopal counterparts in the Holy Land for a time of solidarity and prayer. https://t.co/v1ZOh9nlK2

[ELCA News @ELCAnews]

We give thanks for Bishop Eaton’s tireless dedication and leadership and pray for her during this time of rest and rejuvenation.

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November 9, 2023

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America’s Church Council Executive Committee approved Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s request for a 4-to-6-month leave of absence. Her leave starts Nov. 17, 2023.

[ELCA News @ELCAnews]

The Church Council appointed former bishop of the Southeastern Iowa Synod, the Rev. Michael Burk, as Presiding Bishop Pro Tem to care for the responsibilities of the presiding bishop during her leave of absence.

[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

A new draft social message on gun-related violence is now available. The draft is open for public feedback through Jan. 31, 2024. Learn more, read the draft and access the response form:
https://t.co/0YDQ1kgCVB

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.@ELCABishopEaton addresses the hatred and violence toward Arab, Muslim, and Jewish people in the U.S., acknowledges the grief and trauma of Jews and Palestinians, and offers ways that we can support our Palestinian members and our neighbors. https://t.co/KnoqZZCerb

[NCCUSA @ncccusa]

Register to participate in the Call to Prayer on Wednesday, November 1, at 12:00 p.m. ET
https://t.co/snBOG1Awcc

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.@ELCABishopEaton has released a statement on the conflict in the Holy Land saying, “With an anticipated ground invasion, the most urgent need is for an immediate cease-fire to allow humanitarian aid to reach Gazans.” https://t.co/7ll6aLIypk

[Jewish Council for Public Affairs @theJCPA]

NEW: Over 100 Jewish organizations unequivocally reject Islamophobia & anti-Arab hate.

As extremists exploit this moment, we are reminded that all of our communities’ safety & futures are inextricably linked — and recommit to fighting hate in all forms.

https://t.co/YtvagkLo62

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.@ELCABishopEaton has released a message on the escalating crisis between Israel and Hamas: https://t.co/DSZCPu694g

[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

The Conference of Bishops of the ELCA met Sept. 26-30 at the Lutheran Center in Chicago. The conference, an advisory body of the ELCA, comprises 65 synod bishops, the presiding bishop and the secretary.
https://t.co/WVD1IHtki9

[CMEP @ChurchesforMEP]

In this time of great lament, suffering, and fear, we turn to God in a joint plea to end the violence and destruction of Palestinian and Israeli lives. Join us in prayer.

https://t.co/cI9qaXF1R1

#MiddleEast #MiddleEastPeace #Palestine #Israel #Gaza #Netanyahu

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[ELCA Lutherans @ELCA]

On Monday we will celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day. Find an event near you to commemorate the day in your community!
https://t.co/VVemBRIrqB

[ELCA Advocacy @ELCAadvocacy]

Today the @ELCA sent a message to members of Congress: "Steering the U.S. government into a shutdown will harm the well-being of many in our nation, with the consequences falling immediately and disproportionately on our society’s most vulnerable... avert this path"

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Saturday, September 30 is the National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools. @ELCABishopEaton reminds @ELCA that we are committed to understanding our role in the tragic history of Indian boarding schools so that we can begin to heal together. https://t.co/varTcD7f4k

[The Lutheran World Federation @lutheranworld]

Today, at the #LWFAssembly in Krakow, Lutherans (LWF) and Catholics (DPCU) issued the Common Word, a reflection on our shared values ahead of the 500th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession in 2030. #OneBodyOneSpiritOneHope https://t.co/QWGGd4Waze

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Rev. Jeff Johnson elected bishop of @spselca. https://t.co/LCPp9DoIEa