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Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church

At the 2022 Churchwide Assembly last August, voting members adopted a memorial concerning restructuring the ELCA’s governance. In November the ELCA Church Council responded to this by authorizing the establishment of a Commission for a Renewed Lutheran Church (CRLC). Nominations for the commission are being accepted through March 9. More information about the commitment and expectation of serving on the CRLC, and instructions regarding the nomination form, can be found at ELCA.org/CRLC.

Living Lutheran: Top Five Stories of 2022

As Living Lutheran wrapped up 2022, it took a look at some of its top stories from the year. Among them are articles about young people and the church, returning to worship in a post-pandemic world, the story of Martin Luther’s September Testament, meditation and mindfulness practices, and a powerful “I’m a Lutheran” refection. They’re worth a read or a reread!

Living Lutheran looks forward to bringing you more great stories in 2023!

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Living Lutheran: “I’m a Lutheran: Norma Frances ‘Tootsie’ Tomanetz”

“It’s God’s hand that’s leading us in this work that we’re doing for him — to show our faith in God, that we can show it to someone else and maybe a little will rub off.” In the December issue of Living Lutheran, “Tootsie” Tomanetz, pitmaster of Snow’s BBQ in Lexington, Texas, talks about loss, barbecue and the many ways church brings her closer to others. Tomanetz is featured in an episode of Chef’s Table: BBQ on Netflix.

Read more in this “I’m a Lutheran” column.

 


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Talks at the Desk Trailer | Season 2

African Descent Ministries of the ELCA celebrates Black History Month with “Talks at the Desk,” a four-part video series that will explore diverse expressions of the church. A new video will premiere each Wednesday in February at 7:30 pm Central time.

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Contemplating the New Year


Are you looking for deeper experiences of faith? Contemplative practices are designed to provide them. This study guide from Living Lutheran has discussion questions to help you explore meditation, mindfulness and contemplative practices.

Global Mission Annual Directory

The new, interactive Global Mission directory is now available! Read it to learn more about ELCA missionaries at work around the world, including current YAGM volunteers.

“40 Days of Giving” Lenten resources

Join ELCA World Hunger this Lenten season to study, pray, reflect and give. Free resources include a devotional calendar, a study guide, an action guide and a Lenten email series.

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Young Adults in Global Mission

The final application deadline for Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) is Feb. 1. This is your last chance to apply! If you’re a young adult aged 21 to 29, you can apply for an international service year that will shape your faith, career, identity and understanding of how you fit into God’s work in the world. YAGM volunteers will begin their service in August 2023. Learn more at ELCA.org/YAGM.

Are you ready for a transformative journey of service and fellowship? Apply to YAGM today!


Register now for the Rostered Ministers Gathering!

Registration for the Rostered Ministers Gathering is now open. All rostered ministers in the ELCA are invited to join colleagues July 17-20 in Phoenix, Ariz., under the theme "Rekindle the Gift Within You." This gathering is an opportunity for you to remember, reclaim, rekindle and revive yourself. Early registration will close March 31, and online registration will close July 1. Learn more at ELCA.org/rmg.


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Achieve your financial goals while supporting ELCA ministries

Looking for an investment offering an extraordinary return? With competitive rates earning as high as 3.89% APY*, the Mission Investment Fund provides an opportunity for you to reach your own financial goals and make a difference in the world. Dollars invested by individuals and organizations fund loans to ELCA congregations and ministries, expanding their capacity for ministry. Whether this means building or renovating a sanctuary, soup kitchen, social service organization or other facility, your investments are helping share God’s love with the world.


*APY = Annual Percentage Yield. Rates effective January 2023 and subject to change without notice. Mission Investment Fund investments are subject to certain risks (see "Risk Factors" in MIF's Offering Circular). MIF's investments are not bank accounts. As securities issued by a nonprofit institution, the investments are not insured by FDIC, SIPC or any other federal or state regulatory agency. The securities are sold only by means of the Offering Circular. This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy the securities described here.

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