In his Christmas message to the church, Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry delivers a children’s sermon, describing the night when Jesus was born. Curry emphasizes that “whispers make us stop, listen and pay attention.”

ALL GIFTS MATCHED! Between now and midnight on Dec. 31, every gift to ELCA World Hunger will be matched, dollar for dollar, until we reach $136,250! Give today and double your impact toward a just world where all are fed.

Join us on Jan. 20, 2026, for an evening of centering multiracial voices from across the ELCA. This free program will feature intentional storytelling and provide opportunities for deep listening, reflection and drawing closer as fellow children of God.

Save the date. All ELCA deacons, pastors, bishops and candidates approved for call are invited to a time of intentional connection when we can renew our strength, enjoy camaraderie with colleagues and reflect on the Holy Spirit’s work among us. We will gather under the theme “Woven Together” and center ourselves each day on a thread of that theme.

Read an interview with ELCA Secretary Lucille “CeCee” Mills about how her openness to God’s call has guided her during each stage of her ministry and each new leadership opportunity.

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