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Presiding Bishop Eaton Statement upon death of Pope Benedict XVI
Brianna Iverson Brianna Iverson

Presiding Bishop Eaton Statement upon death of Pope Benedict XVI

On Dec. 31, 2022, the world learned of the death of Pope Benedict XVI. In a statement, Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton wrote, “We extend our condolences and unceasing accompaniment to all our Catholic neighbors, including the bishops, priests, deacons, scholars and laypeople with whom we are in dialogue and partnership.”

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Christianity: Political but not Partisan
Brianna Iverson Brianna Iverson

Christianity: Political but not Partisan

Wisconsin has a state motto of “Forward,” reminding us to strive to be a national leader. We move forward when we ensure that all people, including those with whom we disagree, work together in the pursuit of the common good.

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ELCA & Synod Partnership News

  • Advocacy- ELCA

    Sharing stories and your voices about public policies and relevant advocacy issues.

  • Churches for Middle East Peace

    (CMEP)

  • ELCA

    Evangelical Lutheran Church of America

  • Faith Lens- ELCA

    Weekly Bible studies that connect world events with the Bible, faith, and everyday life.

  • Living Lutheran

    ELCA Publication of inspirational stories, blogs and photos.

  • LuMin

    Lutheran Campus Ministry

  • Luther Park Bible Camp

    Nurturing Faith through Holy Play

  • Lutheran Men in Mission

    LMM Foundations is a quarterly newsletter.

  • Lutheran World Federation

    A global communion of churches in the Lutheran tradition working together for a just, peaceful, and reconciled world.

  • Lutheran World Relief

    (LWR)

  • Sugar Creek Bible Camp

    (SCBC)

  • Sumud- ELCA

    Sign up to receive action alerts about the Middle East

  • WELCA Synod News

    The Crosswinds is published in Spring & Fall

  • Wisconsin Council of Churches

    (WCC)