In observance of the 10th anniversary of the tragic shooting of nine martyrs at Mother Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C., Bishop Eaton calls on us to “lament the wounds of the sin of racism that sow seeds of fear, division, and hatred. Remembering the nine murders in Charleston is a commitment that our church must never forget."

In her Pride Month message, Bishop Eaton urges us to affirm every person, every body and join together as one in the body of Christ.

Read a statement from Bishop Eaton condemning the recent attack in Gaza on the Al Alhi Hospital, a partner of the Lutheran World Federation-operated Augusta Victoria Hospital.

The ELCA is guided by the vision of “a world experiencing the difference God’s grace and love in Christ make for all people and creation.” The phrase “God’s Love Made Real” is shorthand for this vision, and a new Strategic Recommendations Report provides insight for how we can work toward the vision together.

The prevalence of child maltreatment in the U.S. is staggering. The ELCA’s draft social message on child protection outlines the church’s sacred responsibility to protect and nurture children. To strengthen this draft, share your suggestions during the public comment period by June 30.

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