Go somewhere where you can get away into nature, such as a park, a walking trail, woods, fields, near a body of water, or other outdoor space….

When you pray for something or someone, by default, you think about them. When you think about them, you find yourself wondering things. What do they need?…

“For What Shall We Pray?” is a weekly post inviting individuals, groups, and congregations to lift up our world in prayer. This resource is prepared by a…

Recently I re-read Matthew 4, where Jesus calls fishermen Peter, Andrew, James, and John to follow him and become his disciples. “Come,” Jesus says, “Follow me, and…

Throughout the gospels, Jesus shows us and tells us that God loves and gives and forgives and then loves and gives and forgives some more. God is…

In times of devastation and brokenness, simply being present and holding people in their grief is all that is needed. There are no right words to say,…

What if Jesus’ message is this – pay far less attention to whether you qualify or are recognized as generous, and far more attention to meeting the…

Today is designated to commemorate three great Lutheran musicians: Johann Sebastian Bach, George Frederick Handel, and Heinrich Schutz. Bach is considered one of the greatest figures in…

Each month ELCA Worship highlights resources and events from other organizations and institutions. These Lutheran and ecumenical partner organizations work alongside the ELCA to support worship leaders,…

As far as Bible characters go, I’ve always identified more with Martha than Mary. In Luke 10:38-42, when Martha opens her home to Jesus and his disciples,…