Lutheran Ecumenical Representatives

 
Ecumencial & Interreligious Relations: Welcome to Lutheran Ecumenical Representative Network (LERN) 

LERN is a network of volunteers who represent the 65 synods of the ELCA. Each volunteer in the network is appointed by their local bishop and serve at the Bishop’s request. LERN representatives serve as a model for ecumenical and inter-religious endeavors of the life of the synod as well as an agent for their respective Bishop on behalf of the quest for Christian unity and inter-religious awareness in the life of the ELCA.
Please visit other areas within the ELCA Ecumenical and Inter-religious Relations section.

Lutheran Ecumenical Representatives Network


LERN-Get Involved

GET INVOLVED

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is committed to fostering unity between the children of God for the sake of the world. As members of the ELCA we have the responsibility and opportunity to participate in the work of the Gospel in ecumenical and inter-faith outreach. Volunteering can take many forms. Read More
2008 NWCU Seminar on the Emerging Church

LERN Planning Guide

LERN Planning Guide PDF Format –  The LERN Planning Guide is designed to give LERN members a better idea of the timeline for the work of the LERN board. The Board hopes that this timeline will assist LERN members in participating in the outreach work for Ecumenical and Inter Faith Relations within synods and regions. 

LERN Manual Network

LERN MANUAL

The LERN manual is a working document that offers a fuller description of the structure and work of this network. 
Download PDF Format  
LERN Regional Map and Directory Information

LERN DIRECTORY

The interactive map will identifies LERN representatives in relationship to the Synods and Regions of the ELCA. 
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LERN Meeting and National Workshop on Christian Unity

 

2009 Highlights

Seminar Audio Files

Plan to Attend the 2010 NWCU!
Save the date: April 19-22, 2010
Location: Tampa, Florida

LERN Synodical Report

This form is to gather information on your ministry as a LERN Rep, and the ecumenical and inter-religious activities in our synods during the 2008 year. Following completion of this reporting form, please send it by e-mail or snail-mail to Tim Philabaum.

LERN Year-End Report Form PDF Format

Other Denominational Networks

EDEIO, Episcopal Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers
CADEIO, Catholic Association of Diocesan Ecumenical and Interreligious Officers
PCUSA-EIF, Presbyterian Church (USA) Ecumenical & Interfaith Network
UMEIT, United Methodist Ecumenical and Interreligious Training