One Christmas, years ago when I was a child, I tearfully told my grandmother how a close friend I’d given a gift to had gone the whole blessed holiday without giving me a thing. She flicked her newspaper, turned one page, and said, “Just remember, the Bible says it’s better to give than to receive.” […]
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In a holistic, whole church response that connects international and US outcomes, the ELCA is committed to uphold basic human rights and safety of migrant families, address the root causes of migration in Central America and Mexico. ELCA SOCIAL MESSAGE ON IMMIGRATION ELCA AMMPARO Resources ELCA AMMPARO MIGRANT CHILDREN SOUTHERN BORDER COMMUNITIES COALITION ADDRESSING FORCED DISPLACEMENT IN CENTRAL
In the face of violence, God’s resolve for peace in human communities is unshakable. Deliberate acts to harm or kill innocent people violate God’s intention for human community. God’s commandment is “You shall not murder” (Ex. 20:13). In proclaiming God’s law, we declare that all people are accountable before God and the community to honor
We believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable place to live. Check out the resources below for more of our work on this issue. Resources NC AFFORDABLE HOUSING CONFERENCE October 7-8,2019 National Low Income Housing Coalition Lutheran Services in America Opens Affordable Housing Initiative NC COALITION TO END HOMELESSNESS ELCA HOMELESSNESS: A RENEWAL OF COMMITMENT
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We are called to conversation and prayer around our role as U.S. residents and as people of faith in ensuring our election systems promote dignity and respect for all. We are called to act by speaking out as advocates and engaging in local efforts to guarantee the right to vote to all citizens. Resources ELCAVotes!