Zoom presentation and discussion on the topic: Prayer, Just Love and Craftivism in which we will discuss Scriptural accounts of God listening to the cries of his people and the great commandment. We will also discuss different forms of activism, including "Craftivism" that is happening among women in the UK and the US. 

In partnership with Augsburg Fortress, the ELCA is observing the 2026 National Day of Racial Healing with a free online and in-person evening program on Tuesday, Jan. 20. “Just Us Narratives: A Night of Centering Multiracial Voices Across the ELCA” will highlight storytelling as a sacred practice that invites deep listening and reflection.

The Rev. Yehiel Curry, Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will offer keynote remarks at Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day lecture on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall.

The theme of the day and Curry’s talk is “Courage for the Common Good.” Supported by the Williams Endowment Fund, the day begins with Curry’s address at 10:30 a.m. Following an optional community lunch at noon for attendees, two sessions are planned for the afternoon at 1:15 p.m., a youth discussion with Curry, and a panel discussion with regional ELCA bishops for all others.

The event is open to the public, and admission to the morning program and the afternoon break-out sessions are free. Lunch tickets for adults are $10, but free for youth who are registered for the youth session.

LuMin and First Congregational invite you to a viewing of the award-winning documentary 1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture on Sunday, Nov 9th @ 4pm. Free and open to the public - pizza dinner provided and a discussion to follow. 1334 Pine Street!