Recent News
Colorado Wildfires 2013
People in Colorado, particularly those affected by the 2012 wildfires that devastated many communities in the state, are again traumatized by major wildfires. The Black Forest Fire and the Royal Gorge Fire have already destroyed more than 480 … [more]
A Message from Bishop Mansholt
June 13, 2013 Dear Friends in Christ, “Almighty God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, we give you thanks that by your Holy Spirit you sustain the church. By the power of the Holy Spirit, you call, gather, enlighten, and sanctify the … [more]
Rev. Roger Gustafson Elected Bishop
In a very close election Pr. Roger Gustafson of Advent Lutheran Church, Olathe, Kan. was elected bishop of Central States Synod, Saturday, June 8. The fifth ballot results were: Pr. Gustafson 183; Bishop Mansholt 180. Our congratulations and prayers … [more]
Devastating Tornado Damage in Oklahoma
Moore, Oklahoma (CNN) -- Amid downed power lines, hissing gas pipes and immense devastation, rescuers searched "board by board" Tuesday for survivors and victims of a massive tornado that pulverized a vast swath of the Oklahoma City suburbs. It … [more]
“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday September 8, 2013
God's work. Our hands." Sunday is an opportunity to celebrate our 25th anniversary as the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America — one church, freed in Christ to serve and love our neighbor. We are a church that rolls up our … [more]
ELCA News
- Richard Jaech elected bishop of ELCA Southwestern Washington Synod
- Suzanne Dillahunt elected bishop of ELCA Southern Ohio Synod
- LWF document urges members to be a 'communion in a fragmented world'
- Steven Delzer elected bishop of ELCA Southeastern Minnesota Synod
- 5 ELCA synod bishops re-elected for new terms
- James Dunlop elected bishop of ELCA Lower Susquehanna Synod
- Tracie Bartholomew elected bishop of ELCA New Jersey Synod
