The word “synod” means “on the road together.” When we work together as one Body in Christ, we can accomplish incredible things! Click the links below to read and watch inspiring stories of the impact of this shared work in our community…
“When my wife, Christin, who was planning VBS, realized that we’d [be teaching] the story of Paul and Silas in the same month that Breaking the Chains was already planned to be our monthly ministry focus, it was a clear connection and a way to do a meaningful service project that our VBS kids and congregations could participate in.”
At the Corner House, the Lutheran Campus Ministry at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, some students say the environment calls to mind the early church. (Story by ELCA Churchwide.)
“After graduating from seminary, I discerned I was being called into something new. While continuing to pray about what this new thing might be, I began working as a barista. The idea of a “coffee church” came to mind, and I knew this was where God had called me.”
“As [our congregation] thought about the work involved in buying and transporting the trees, we realized it was too much… But then, the Holy Spirit stepped in with a new idea.”
We invite you to share these stories of impact in worship, an upcoming adult forum, or your next newsletter! Our congregational promo kit includes a bulletin insert, color and grayscale flyer, presentation slide, and pre-written newsletter copy and banner graphic.
For the latest stories from across the ELCA, check out Stories of Faith in Action. This multimedia publication from ELCA Churchwide and Living Lutheran shows how your congregation’s Mission Support offering funds ministries across our church!
These stories of impact are only possible through Mission Support, which is the portion of your congregational offerings that help fund the ELCA’s synod and churchwide ministries. We invite congregational leaders to learn more, complete our Mission Support Intent Form, and download worship resources to celebrate your commitment to helping these ministries thrive.
