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We are the church that shares a living, daring confidence in God's grace. Liberated by our faith, we embrace you as a whole person — questions, complexities and all. Join us as we do God's work in Christ's name for the life of the world.

We are a church that rolls up our sleeves and gets to work.

Share the love

This Mother’s Day, support women and children around the world in honor or memory of a mother in your life. Give a gift that makes a difference. Learn more.

We are a church that is a catalyst, convener and bridge builder.

2013 Synod Assemblies

This spring and summer the ELCA’s 65 synods are gathering in assembly to celebrate ministries and address topics and issues facing synods, congregations and others.

We are a church that belongs to Christ. There is a place for you here.

‘The cross got in the way’

For an ELCA worshiping community, the cross necklaces they wear have become more than just jewelry. They have become a part of who they are. | LivingLutheran.com

We are a church that is energized by lively engagement in our faith and life.

A call for reform

ELCA leaders and members continue to advocate for comprehensive federal immigration reform as the Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearings on legislation that calls for reform. | Learn more.

We are a church that is deeply rooted – and always being made new.

A day of service

“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday is an opportunity to celebrate our 25th anniversary as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America – one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. Learn more.

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    Liberia's "peace warrior"

    Lutheran peace activist Leymah Gbowee led a nonviolent women's movement that ended a 14-year civil war in Liberia. She won the Nobel Peace Prize for her peace-building work and securing the political rights and safety of women in Liberia.

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    Peace, not walls, in Palestine

    For ELCA volunteer Chelsea Mathis, living in Palestine brought frustration and joy. "The worst part was realizing how helpless I am in changing the political situation," she says, "and the best part is that I have changed the future with my presence, support and simple acts of kindness."

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    Iowa farmers share a bountiful harvest

    Together ELCA members are sustaining farming and ranching communities in drought-stricken Texas. Contributions of hay came from ELCA members across the Upper Midwest. "The response has blown me away," says Harold McMillin, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church in Luana, Iowa. "It says something about the heart of ELCA members who respond very generously."

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    Charting the future of our church from Alaska

    The 2011 ELCA Churchwide Assembly was a real eye-opener for Walter "Alook" Savetilik, a member of Alaska Native Lutheran Church in Anchorage, Alaska. His experience as a voting member at the assembly helped him learn about important initiatives like the ELCA Malaria Campaign.

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    A new school in Haiti

    With the help of ELCA members, École Saint Matthieu has risen from the rubble of the January 2010 earthquake. The new school building is strong and designed to withstand earthquakes, floods and hurricanes. "I'm happy to be back at school," says 11-year-old Josette Jean Pierre. "I'm not even scared anymore."

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    Training church leaders in Peru

    An ELCA scholarship helped Patricia Cuyatti, a pastor in the young Peruvian Lutheran Evangelical Church, earn her doctorate degree. "The Lutheran church in Peru has a goal to develop more leaders," Patricia says. "My personal goal is to develop my knowledge to help the church not only as an educator but also as a pastor."

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    Holding steady in Japan

    More than 20 ELCA missionaries in Japan witness signs of hope in the midst of devastation following the 2011 earthquake — one of the largest on record there. ELCA members continue to stand in solidarity with the Japan Evangelical Lutheran Church, helping to restore communities and lives.

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    Serving God at the South Pole

    Leslie Abell believes that she will make her own small but vital contribution to combating climate change. Serving at a science base in the Antarctic, Leslie says, "Everyone will be impacted by climate change, but the poor will be the hardest hit of all. I need to do my part to help."

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