A New RIC Community: Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp & Retreat Center (Fort Valley, VA)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp & Retreat Center in Fort Valley, Virginia. Their welcome statement reads: “As stated by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), “outdoor ministries strive to strengthen, support and lift up the body of Christ through building relationships with others and with […]
A New RIC Community: Elim Lutheran Church (Petaluma, CA)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Elim Lutheran Church in Petaluma, California. Their welcome statement reads: “Inspired by God’s wide vision, Elim Lutheran Church welcomes you as you are, wherever you are on your faith journey. We count on the diversity of your ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, […]
Celebrating February RIC Anniversaries
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 February we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in February. Below is […]
First Sunday in Lent
Christ who meets us in the wilderness, Give us courage to reject the bargains of empire. Strengthen those whose survival is threatened by unjust laws. Guard the vulnerable from those who weaponize religion. Root out the temptations that lead us to silence, neutrality, or complicity. May your church choose solidarity over safety, liberation over comfort, […]
A New RIC Community: Christ Lutheran Church (Hellertown, PA)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Christ Lutheran Church in Hellertown, Pennsylvania. Their welcome statement reads: “At Christ Lutheran, we believe that God’s love knows no bounds — and neither does our welcome. No matter who you are, where you are from, or what your story is, we are here to […]
Ash Wednesday Prayer
God of mercy and liberation, turn our hearts from the treasures of empire toward the treasures of your beloved community. Where there is harm, make us advocates. Where there is oppression, make us resistors. Where there is silence, give us courage to speak. Where there is despair, teach us to build hope. Align our lives […]
A New RIC Community: Trinity Lutheran Church (Gresham, OR)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Trinity Lutheran Church in Gresham, Oregon. Their welcome statement reads: “You are welcome and invited! Yes, you! At Trinity Lutheran Church; we celebrate the diversity of all humanity, and the fullness of God’s unconditional love, forgiveness, and grace. Come as you are… people of all […]
A New (and free) Lenten Devotional of Justice, Liberation, and Flourishing
ReconcilingWorks is delighted to share a brand-new free Lenten Devotional of Justice, Liberation, and Flourishing. Blessings to you as we enter into this season of Lent. As ReconcilingWorks continues to strive to support you and your faith community in deepening and expanding the welcome, inclusion, and celebration of people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, […]
Celebrating February RIC Anniversaries
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 February we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in February. Below is […]
A New RIC Community: Immanuel Lutheran Church (Saint Paul, MN)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Immanuel Lutheran Church in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Their welcome statement reads: “As Christians, we share God’s message of hope and love with all communities. We welcome and celebrate all of God’s children, including those of all races and ethnicities; all sexual orientations, gender identities, and […]
A New RIC Community: First United Lutheran Church (Sheboygan, WI)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Their welcome statement reads: “Welcome to First United Lutheran Church You are welcome here—just as you are. We are an Open and Affirming community, grounded in Christ’s all-embracing love. Here, you are cherished, respected, and accepted. Whether you […]
Celebrating February RIC Anniversaries
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 February we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in February. Below is […]