2024 Synod Assembly season looks different across the ELCA, while some choose to gather in person and others gather virtually. To make sure the work of welcome, inclusion, celebration, and advocacy for our LGBTQIA+ siblings continue in our Synod conversations and actions, we have compiled some helpful resources to use. Feel free to share them at your tables, or with those interested in learning more about the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Journey.
As you support those in your Synod through in-person or virtual tables, here are some resources to help aid in their RIC Journey and continue to set new RIC milestones.
2024 Synod Assembly Bundle
Are you hoping to create a space at your local synod assembly to support the ministry of ReconcilingWorks? Purchase a Synod Assembly Bundle today - with over $125 worth of resources, for just $100. For a limited time, you can purchase a 2024 Synod Assembly Bundle which includes the following.
One Display Copy of:
Reconciling Scripture for Lutherans
Lutheran Introduction to Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Gender Expression
Guide to Welcome LGBTQIA+ Youth and Their Families
Lutheran Guide to Advocacy for LGBTQIA+ People in Church and Society
LGBTQIA+ Welcome in Rural Communities
25 of each of the following:
ReconcilingWorks Rainbow Button
Proud to be ELCA Button
Reconciling in Christ: Resources for the Journey Brochures
Synod Assembly Tabling
2024 Synod Bishop Elections
The following Synods will be holding votes electing a bishop to a six year term. We pray for the Holy Spirit to guide the process. Synods are invited to use the 2024 Bishop Candidate Questions.
Minneapolis Area Synod: May 2-4, 2024
Northwest Synod of Wisconsin: June 7-8, 2024
Indiana-Kentucky Synod: June 7-9, 2024
Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Island
Alaska Synod: April 26-28, 2024
Southeastern Pennsylvania: May 3-4, 2024
Rocky Mountain Synod: April 25-27, 2024
New England Synod: June 6-8, 2024