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Congregations in Transition

For congregations and communities of faith, transitions are fertile ground for God’s transformational work. This holy work may present challenges but also great opportunities for congregations to re-envision how they bring about God’s kingdom here on earth and the resources they need to live out their mission.

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Congregations in Transition

For congregations and communities of faith, transitions are fertile ground for God’s transformational work. This holy work may present challenges but also great opportunities for congregations to re-envision how they bring about God’s kingdom here on earth and the resources they need to live out their mission.

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Racial Equity Resources

As leaders and congregations, we are called to cultivate a boundless love for all of God’s beloved creation. The Racial Equity team works to provide resources, reading materials, videos and toolkits to equip you to have the necessary conversations about race, injustice and inequality.

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News & Updates

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Bishop Phil Hirsch’s Welcome Message
September 1, 2025
Bishop Leila Ortiz’s Farewell Message
August 27, 2025
For Such a Time as This: A Call to Prayer and Fasting
August 13, 2025
A Call to Spiritual Warfare: Remembering Our Baptismal Power
July 8, 2025
Post-Assembly 2025 Recap & Actions Taken
June 17, 2025
Rev. Dr. Philip Hirsch Elected Bishop of the Metropolitan Washington, D.C. Synod, ELCA
June 11, 2025
Growing Community, One Garden at a Time
May 21, 2025
One in Christ’s Resurrection
April 17, 2025
Faithful Focus in a World of Daily New Urgencies
March 4, 2025
Supporting Lutheran Ministry
February 6, 2025