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…
In 1990, Brenda Doxtator, an elder in the Milwaukee Indigenous community, was part of a group who “wanted to combine the Lutheran church and Indigenous ceremonies.” From that vision, Lutheran Church of the Great Spirit was planted in Milwaukee. (Story by Living Lutheran.)
Hephatha Lutheran Church is partnering with Holy Cross, Menomonee Falls and several community groups to host cooking classes that help families decrease lead absorption through healthy meals. (Story by Angelica Dudenhoefer.)
To some, the 53206 ZIP code is synonymous with issues such as lead poisoning, poverty, violence and mass incarceration. But to the congregants of Hephatha Lutheran Church, their neighborhood is much more. (Story by Milwaukee NNS.)
Hear from ministry leaders at Cross Lutheran Church and Hephatha Lutheran Church who are active in their community both through direct service and advocacy. (Story by ELCA African Descent Ministries.)
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.
