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Myanmar Cyclone

Help Survivors of Cyclone in Myanmar

Cyclone Nargis left a path of destruction in Myanmar, leaving a million homeless and more than 63,000 people killed or missing. Pray for those struggling to recover from this disaster and for disaster workers struggling to respond in a challenging context.

Your gifts to ELCA International Disaster Response will provide emergency aid and fund a long-term response. Learn more.

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Day of Racism

May 18 – A "Day of Dialogue" on Racism

ELCA members are observing May 18 as a “Sacred Day of Dialogue and Discussion” on the topic of racism, as designated by the National Council of Churches – USA. Some resources on racism include:

  • A 1993 ELCA social statement on Race, Ethnicity and Culture
  • A 2008 resolution on racism by the ELCA Church Council
  • Resources from the ELCA Metropolitan Chicago Synod

    • The new ELCA.org

    Welcome to the New ELCA.org!

    We are proud to introduce the new ELCA.org Web site – a place to explore the stories, resources and ministry of the ELCA. Not sure where to begin? Visit Welcome to the ELCA to find navigation tips. 

    Looking for content on the former ELCA.org? Visit archive.elca.org. 

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    United Methodist Church Adopts
    Full Communion Proposal with ELCA

    The General Conference of the United Methodist Church (UMC) adopted an implementing resolution April 28 that will establish full communion with the ELCA. Full communion will be fully realized by both churches if the same proposal is adopted at the next ELCA Churchwide Assembly, which meets Aug. 17-23, 2009, in Minneapolis. More
    Lutherans Help

    LOVE IS A GIFT

    Whatever cause is dear to your heart, we’ll help you make a difference. Find out how the ELCA can take your financial contribution further. Visit Good Gifts to learn more.

    ELCA Youth GatheringYOUTH GATHERING

    About 36,000 youth and adults will head to New Orleans in 2009 for "Jesus Justice Jazz." They will also witness to their faith through service. Visit ELCA Youth Gathering to learn more.

    Getting Around the New ELCA Site

    FIND YOUR WAY

    Having trouble finding a Web page? Try replacing the "www" in the URL with the word "archive," as in archive.elca.org.

    Learn more in Site Help.