Archive for September 19, 2013
Intentionally reaching out to young adults: three years and growing
by the Rev. Amy Thompson Sevimli Young adult ministry at Faith Lutheran Church in Arlington, Virginia is a focus of the Rev. Brian Erickson. He’s been hard at work, and…
Read MoreFrom the Bishop’s desk: Heart-breaking horror
Dear friends,* I was out of town on Monday, helping lead a conference for pastors in the ELCA Northwest Synod of Wisconsin. About 9:30 local time September 16, a woman…
Read MoreSeeking ways to reduce hate and violence
“Regarding the shooting that happen right in our back yard, at the Navy Yard,” the team that put the adopted Safe and Responsible Use of Firearms resolution before the 2013 Synod…
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