Reconciling Works

ReconcilingWorks extends deep gratitude and joy for our partnerships through the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) program. Beginning in 1983, the holy work of this ministry now represents 13% of ELCA and 7% of ELCIC congregations, synods, and ministries. We want to celebrate all RIC Partners celebrating a September Anniversary of becoming an RIC Partner. Below […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Naperville, Illinois. Their welcome statement reads: “Welcome to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church! You are created in God’s image and are truly God’s beloved. Whatever road you took to get here, we are better because you are here. We strive to […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Faith Lutheran Church in Andover, Massachusetts. Their welcome statement reads: ” ‘My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.’ – John 15:12 Faith Lutheran Church is a community of faith that believes that each person is a beloved child of God. […]

ReconcilingWorks extends deep gratitude and joy for our partnerships through the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) program. Beginning in 1983, the holy work of this ministry now represents 13% of ELCA and 7% of ELCIC congregations, synods, and ministries. We want to celebrate all RIC Partners celebrating a September Anniversary of becoming an RIC Partner. Below […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Immanuel Lutheran Church in Centralia, Washington. Their welcome statement reads: “All are created in the image of God. Therefore, Immanuel Lutheran celebrates persons of all race, age, gender, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation, and faith journeys. We welcome everyone into full participation […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Community of Spiritual Practice in Asheville, North Carolina. Their welcome statement reads: “Community of Spiritual Practice is an LGBTQIA+ celebrating, justice and compassion centered community for people seeking belonging. Rooted in the radical call to love and justice given by Jesus, we’re for dreamers & […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   St. John American Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa. Their welcome statement reads: “Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome here in the name of Jesus Christ. We celebrate that each person is loved by God. We affirm the gifts of race, ethnicity, […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a recent Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Livonia, Michigan. Their welcome statement reads: “We welcome all because God welcomes all. We welcome and celebrate all people including people of every age, race, size, body type, culture, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, socio-economic status, those with addictions, […]