Reconciling Works

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Unity Lutheran Church in Southgate, Michigan. Their welcome statement reads: “As the faith family of Unity Lutheran Church, we commit to fostering the principles of Reconciling in Christ (RIC) by embracing the unity that comes from our shared faith. We vow to honor all those […]

As we near the celebration of Christmas, we’re filled with gratitude—and bold hope. 💛 Because of supporters like you, ReconcilingWorks continues building a church where LGBTQIA+ people are fully seen, celebrated, and affirmed. Right now, your gift can go even further. Our Board has pledged a $5,000 Year-End Match, doubling every gift made through December […]

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. On Mondays through December 22 we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in December. Below […]

    God of justice and mercy, as we await the coming of Christ, open our hearts to your liberating love. Break the chains of fear, oppression, and injustice, and set all people free to live in dignity and peace. May your light shine in the darkness, bringing hope to the hopeless and courage to […]

At ReconcilingWorks, we believe clearly and without hesitation: legislation that bans or restricts transgender health care goes directly against how we live out our faith. These laws put transgender and nonbinary people—especially young people—at real risk. They deny bodily autonomy, undermine the sacred trust between patients, families, and medical providers, and cause deep harm to […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Albion, Indiana. Their welcome statement reads: “St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Albion, Indiana, expresses an open, inclusive, and Christ-centered invitation to all people, especially those who have felt marginalized or rejected by other religious communities. Radical Inclusivity: We welcome people […]

We’re excited to share that the ReconcilingWorks Board has pledged a $5,000 Year-End Matching Gift. Every dollar you give will be matched dollar-for-dollar through December 31, doubling your impact for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and justice in the church. Your matched gift helps: Empower faith communities on the Reconciling in Christ journey Expand advocacy, education, and training […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   King of Kings Lutheran Church in Shelby Township, Michigan. Their welcome statement reads: “Today we extend a special welcome to those who are single, married, partnered, divorced, or are a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. You are welcome if you are a crying newborn, dirt […]

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. On Mondays through December 22 we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in December. Below […]

  Loving God of creation, transform us. Turn our words into acts of your justice and love. Turn points of conflict into possibilities for coalition. In the name of Jesus, Amen. -OUT in Scripture