As Lutherans, we don’t just practice our faith, we live it. Each new day presents a new opportunity to deepen our relationship with God.

Through our worship services, education at every level and ministries of all kinds, we live our lives with meaning and purpose.

Experience how we as ELCA members are growing in faith.

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Epiphany Lutheran Church, Eagle Lake, Minn., greet newcomers in their community with “Welcome Bags.”

Evangelism is in the Bag at Epiphany Lutheran

Meet the members of Epiphany Lutheran Church, Eagle Lake, Minn., who greet newcomers in their community with a warm smile and one of their innovative "Welcome Bags." The benefits of their commitment to welcoming the stranger have extended as far away as Chile. |  More

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Learn about the ELCA Evangelism Strategy

Young Adults in Global Mission

Join the Conversation about Life and Vocation

"What is God calling me to do with my life? How does my faith live and breathe every day?" Through a wide variety of online resources, Imagine Yourself invites young adults to explore what it means to live out a sense of vocation in today's world.
 
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Find out the ELCA's current ministry policies and information on the process for implementing changes in ministry policies mandated by the 2009 Churchwide Assembly.

Revisions of Ministry Policies in Process

Policy documents implementing the actions of the Churchwide Assembly on issues related to official church rosters are posted in draft form at www.elca.org/ministrypolicies for review and comment.

The revisions will be reviewed by the ELCA Conference of Bishops and considered by the Church Council in April, 2010.

Ministry Policies

Bread and wine before distribution in Holy Communion service.

Worship in Times of Public Health Concerns

ELCA Worship and Liturgical Resources prepared "Worship in Times of Public Health Concerns" when the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus was first gaining notoriety.

The resource provides some valuable advice for worship planners and leaders.

More  |  Tips for safe worship practices PDF Format

As Lutherans, every day we are...

Living

Explore our diverse communities of faith. Visit Ministry.

Learning

Following our callings, developing our faith. Visit Vocation or Education.

Celebrating

Resources for our worship services. Visit Worship.
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Our ministry is as varied and diverse as our members are, and it offers new ways to connect with and gain inspiration from fellow members of the ELCA. Whether you’ve been called to service in the world, or are seeking faith-based education, the ELCA may have the opportunity that fits your needs.

From sermon starters and lectionary resources to music resources and worship calendars, our Worship section has the resources you need.