The ELCA and Education

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Martin Luther's Singing School in the House; and the Introduction of the German Hymn.
Martin Luther once asked, “What do we older folks live for if not for the care of the young, to teach and train them?” The importance he placed on education has remained a hallmark of the Lutheran church for centuries, and is truly part of our calling. Today, the ELCA carries out its education initiative through over 2,000 early education centers, primary and high schools and 28 colleges and universities across the country.
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Success Stories

St. Olaf brings value in higher education to the Twin Cities
Each semester, St. Olaf College brings together over 3,000 students from 43 states and 19 foreign countries to a campus in the charming town of Northfield, Minn. More.


Pinwheels for Peace
Each year, 200 Pinwheels of Peace are planted at Leif Ericson Day School in Brooklyn, New York, accompanied by student musicians and singers. More.