A generous response

Mike Lindau, of Medford, Wis., makes a difference in the battle against malaria, thanks to the gifts of ELCA congregation members.   More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Empowered by the Holy Spirit

Until Pastor Cora Aguilar helped establish Maricopa Lutheran Chapel in Maricopa County, Ariz., some residents had to drive over 100 miles round-trip to worship.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

The gift of listening

ELCA young adult volunteers, like Kat Heavner, from Clemson, S.C., do more than teach pre-school students in Cuernavaca, Mexico. She met adults where they were at "to learn the daily joys and struggles of each individual..."  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Building bonds of friendship

Ties between ELCA and African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church congregations are producing cooperative ministries, including events like Thanksgiving services and children's music and art camps.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Sharing a bountiful harvest

ELCA members have contributed hay and provided for its transportation to sustain farmers and ranchers during the Texas drought. ELCA's Disaster Response has pitched in to help as well.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

A vision of peace

Leymah Gbowee won the Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in the “Women of Liberia Mass Action for Peace,” which contributed to ending more than a decade-long civil war. She has also been awarded the ELCA International Leadership Development scholarship.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Filled with hope

ELCA Mission Support helped Dr. Mark Jacobson establish the Arusha Lutheran Medical Center in Tanzania. Recently, the first class of Assistant Medical Officers graduated from the Medical Center and the entire country had something to celebrate.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Celebrating our Lutheran heritage

Missionaries needed in Wittenberg, Germany, the birthplace of Lutheranism?

That's exactly the case today with only one out of five citizens there claiming to be a Christian. The ELCA is helping to overcome the effects of 40 years of religious oppression.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

Accepting the call to serve

Linden Olson was at first intimidated by the thought of serving the needs of the church. But God had other plans. Thirty years later Linden still serves on the candidacy committee of the ELCA Southwestern Minnesota Synod.  More »  |  Download a bulletin insert

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