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Wisconsin Faith Leader Open Letter on Immigration Enforcement
In a powerful call for justice and compassion, Wisconsin faith leaders have issued an open letter urging elected officials to protect the constitutional rights and inherent dignity of our immigrant neighbors. This statement invites all people of faith to stand in solidarity through concrete acts of advocacy and witness as we work together to ensure a safe and welcoming Wisconsin for everyone.
Synod Spotlight: Rev. Dr. Shauna Hannan Next President of LSTC
It is with deep gratitude and great joy that we write to share the news that the Board of Directors has affirmed the appointment of the Rev. Dr. Shauna Hannan as the next President of the Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago.
Churchwide Ministries Share Impact and Invitation at 2025 Churchwide Assembly
Discover how your offering fuels life-changing ministry in the ELCA and around the world. From chaplaincy and disaster response to global partnerships and Portico benefits, these short videos highlight God’s work through our church.
A Familiar Name, New Resources: Augsburg Fortress Publishers is Back
The Publishing House of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA)—the official name of our parent organization—is reverting to our previous "doing business as" name of Augsburg Fortress Publishers. What isn't changing is our commitment as your denominational publisher: to create substantive and innovative materials to support you and your congregation in communicating the good news of God's liberating grace.
Song Writers Gather to Create Originals for Bible Camps 2025
The process of the group collaborating with each other to put the finishing touches on the songs they wrote was nothing short of impressive.
Introducing the Synod Care Companion Network
The La Crosse Area Synod is excited to announce the launch of a Synod Care Companion Network to be made up of trained lay pastoral care providers.
What does it mean to be a Chaplain?
Pastor Linda McPeak is a chaplain at Eagle Crest Communities
ELCA & Synod Partnership News
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Advocacy- ELCA
Sharing stories and your voices about public policies and relevant advocacy issues.
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Churches for Middle East Peace
(CMEP)
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ELCA
Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
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Faith Lens- ELCA
Weekly Bible studies that connect world events with the Bible, faith, and everyday life.
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Living Lutheran
ELCA Publication of inspirational stories, blogs and photos.
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LuMin
Lutheran Campus Ministry
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Luther Park Bible Camp
Nurturing Faith through Holy Play
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Lutheran Men in Mission
LMM Foundations is a quarterly newsletter.
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Lutheran World Federation
A global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition working together for a just, peaceful, and reconciled world.
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Lutheran World Relief
(LWR)
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Sugar Creek Bible Camp
(SCBC)
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Sumud- ELCA
Sign up to receive action alerts about the Middle East
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WELCA Synod News
The Crosswinds is published in Spring & Fall
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Wisconsin Council of Churches
(WCC)