“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” In his Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that God is very close to those who grieve, and brings them solace. Late last night,… Bishop Guy Erwin’s Statement on the Thousand Oaks Shooting
To the people, pastors, and deacons of the Southwest California Synod, ELCA, and to all who read this letter: Grace and peace to you in Christ! Jesus’ great commandment both calls us to the love… From Bishop Guy Erwin – November Election, 2018
Dear Church is a semi-regular blog featuring pastors and other church leaders. Views expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Southwest California Synod of the… Dear Church: Was Jesus Political? – Rev. Steve Otte
Rev. Scott Fritz, Trinity Lutheran Church, Long Beach Let us go now to the banquet, to the feast of the universe. The table’s set and a place is waiting; come, everyone, with your gifts to share.… Trinity, Long Beach: Sharing Love with a Community Meal
Homily for Reformation Sunday Vespers October 28, 2018, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, New York City The Rev. R. Guy Erwin, Ph.D Text: Psalm 46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in… Bishop Guy Erwin’s Homily for Reformation Sunday, 2018
by Rev. Marj Funk-Pihl, Director for Evangelical Mission, SWCA Synod Love is best when its mutual. Right? During our June synod assembly, I asked everyone to describe how your congregation loved and served its neighbors.… You Are a Vital Congregation of Our Synod! (Part 3 – Love Your Neighbor)
Eighteen women and men gathered at the Lutheran Center on Saturday, August 25 to study and recommend changes to the DRAFT social statement on Women and Justice. Responses to the DRAFT must be received… Women and Justice Social Statement Hearing