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What's the future of rostered ministry?
In March 2022 the Candidacy Leadership Development Working Group (CLDWG) was appointed to examine and improve the candidacy process that equips rostered ministers for service in the ELCA. More than 800 people contributed to listening sessions about the future of rostered ministry. All members of the ELCA are invited to attend a hearing at which the CLDWG will share its findings. Read an executive summary of the team's work and make plans to join one of the hearings on Zoom in June.
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Living Lutheran: I'm a Lutheran — Deanna Branch
"I want to honor God's love by fulfilling my purpose and sharing God's love with my family." In the May/June issue of Living Lutheran, Deanna Branch shares the story of how her family was impacted by the effects of lead poisoning and how her faith and her son's love led her to transform this hardship into advocacy for her community — all the way to the White House.
Read more in this "I'm a Lutheran" column.
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New look! ELCA Youth Gathering website
The ELCA Youth Gathering website just got a refresh! Check out ELCA.org/Gathering to see the updated website, including new information, resources and content on the 2024 Gathering, MYLE, the tAble and the Young Adult Gathering. The Youth Gathering has also launched gLearn, an online hub of courses and trainings related to the 2024 event.
Explore the new site.
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WATCH THIS
Short stories and small comforts
Eric Krewson of the Chairman Dances plays songs from his band's new album and shares the inspiration behind them in an exclusive interview with Living Lutheran.
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FEATURED RESOURCES
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"Grace for the parenting journey"
In this Mother's Day reflection from Living Lutheran, Kimberly Knowle-Zeller shares spiritual practices of parenthood and the joys, doubts and grace of motherhood.
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"God's New Creation" VBS
ELCA World Hunger's Vacation Bible School program offers large- and small-group activities, crafts, games, snacks and more. These are designed to be adaptable, so you can adjust the program to meet your needs.
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Truth and Healing Movement Resources
Access this resource list for opportunities to learn the genuine history and current realities of Indigenous people, truths that will bring healing to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.
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BULLETIN BLURBS
These snippets are available for you to copy and paste into your bulletins.
Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith
The Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith program empowers leaders for the work of climate justice, in communities of faith and in collaboration with others. Applications are open for all ready to engage their passion for creation care and make a difference in their community. This international continuing education program is accessible and connects people in a long-term network of learners. Find out more and apply (by June 15) at CenterforClimateJusticeandFaith.org/.
ELCA World Hunger Domestic Hunger Grants
The application process for 2024 ELCA World Hunger Domestic Hunger Grants is now open! ELCA World Hunger Domestic Hunger Grants accompany congregations and their partners throughout the U.S. and Caribbean to address local issues such as food security, clean water, housing, job access, human rights, policy change, leadership development and more. Visit ELCA.org/domestichungergrants to learn more about the new application process.
Latino Ministries Association of the ELCA Assembly 2023
The assembly of the Latino Ministries Association of the ELCA (Asociación Luterana de Ministerios Latinos E.L.C.A) will be held virtually June 2-3. Financial support is available for members who require it. Register for the virtual assembly here, and visit https://www.ministerioslatinoselca.org/asamblea-2022 for more information.
Augsburg Fortress free summer music clinics
Read through new seasonal music, attend workshops and participate in a hymn festival at this year's Augsburg Fortress free summer music clinics! This year's clinicians are Anne Krentz Organ and Karen Black. Learn more and sign up at www.augsburgfortress.org/music/summer-music-clinics/. Dates and locations:
- Columbia, S.C.: July 28-29
- Minneapolis, Minn.: July 31—Aug. 1
- Chicago, Ill.: Aug. 4-5
- Columbus, Ohio: Aug. 7-8
- Philadelphia, Pa.: Aug. 10-11
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