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Month of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools
Month of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools
September is a month of remembrance for those who experienced Indian boarding schools. The ELCA’s Truth and Healing Movement will provide opportunities to learn about federal Indian boarding school policies and address the ongoing trauma those policies have caused. As a church, we are committed to understanding our role in this tragic and sinful history so that we can journey toward healing together. On Sept. 30, the National Day of Remembrance for Indian Boarding Schools, you are encouraged to wear an orange shirt and/or raise an orange flag and post a photo on social media. Learn more about this effort and the whole Truth and Healing Movement at ELCA.org/TruthAndHealing.
“A Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith”
Feedback forms for “A Study Curriculum on Civic Life and Faith” are due Oct. 15. Your input is key to shaping a new social statement on church, state and civic participation. The study’s six sessions are customizable and focus on topics such as the purpose of democracy and how we as Lutherans relate to government. To download the sessions, go to elca.org/civicsandfaithstudy. A Spanish translation is now available.
Apply to serve as a volunteer for the ELCA Youth Gathering
The ELCA Youth Gathering couldn’t happen without the love and support of volunteers. Applications are now open to volunteer at the 2024 Gathering. This cycle offers five different volunteer opportunities for which you can apply. For a detailed list of responsibilities and deadlines, or to apply, visit ELCA.org/Gathering.
2023 Addiction & Faith Conference
The Center on Addiction & Faith will host its annual conference Oct. 5-7 in Bloomington, Minn. You can participate in this hybrid event either virtually or in person. The conference uses science, spirituality and personal testimony to raise awareness about the scourge of addiction. The Addiction & Faith Conference is open to everyone including rostered and lay leaders, health care professionals, people in recovery, those who love people affected by addiction, youth leaders and addiction specialists. Register at addictionandfaithconference.com.
“Gather Together: 8 Intergenerational Events to Explore All Creation Sings”
This intergenerational guide brings your entire congregation together to spend time in community and learn about the new hymnbook All Creation Sings. This guide will be a great addition to the worship life of your church. Participants will grow in faith, build relationships and have fun together. The resource includes eight different intergenerational events for your congregation to explore. Learn more here.
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