Is Your Faith Community Celebrating RIC Sunday? Access Worship Materials Today!
Access the free Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Sunday 2026 worship materials here. “Celebrating Diversity as God’s Children” Why celebrate? We believe that the Gospel is built upon a foundation of diversity. We believe that the Creator gifted us a universe infused with beautiful diversity. We believe the Blessed Community is strongest and most faithful to […]
A New RIC Community: Cross Lutheran Church (Burlington, WI)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Cross Lutheran Church in Burlington, Wisconsin. Their welcome statement reads: “Here at Cross Lutheran Church, we believe we are called by Jesus to love God and one another, to practice radical hospitality, and to serve all without stipulations. Wherever you are on your faith journey, […]
Celebrating January 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 January we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in January – 227! […]
Community Care
In seasons of uncertainty, community care becomes both a spiritual practice and a tangible way we love our neighbors. We’re grateful to share a new Community Care page from ReconcilingWorks—a collection of practical, faith-rooted tools designed to help individuals, small groups, and congregations nurture connection, resilience, and mutual support. Explore and download the free resources […]
Happy New Year 2026
Happy New Year! As we step into 2026, we pause with deep gratitude for you and for the generosity and encouragement you share with ReconcilingWorks. Your engagement makes this ministry possible and sustains the work of welcome, inclusion, celebration, and justice alongside LGBTQIA+ people across the church. As we look ahead to 2026, we are […]
Last chance to double your impact!
Today is the final day to have your year-end gift to ReconcilingWorks matched dollar-for-dollar through our $5,000 Board Match. As we close out the year, we’re reminded that this work still matters deeply—creating faith spaces where LGBTQIA+ people are safe, celebrated, and fully beloved. Your gift today is an act of faith and hope. Make […]
A New RIC Community: Salem Lutheran Church (Moline, IL)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Salem Lutheran Church in Moline, Illinois. Their welcome statement reads: “Throughout its history, Salem Lutheran Church in Moline, Illinois has striven to be “The Welcome Place,” and continues to welcome all people, honoring the human differences of race, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, LGBTQIA+ […]
Now is one of the most powerful moments to support ReconcilingWorks
We’re in the final days of the year—and the $5,000 Board Match is still active! Now is one of the most powerful moments to support ReconcilingWorks. Every gift made right now is matched dollar-for-dollar, helping us expand welcome, justice, and affirmation for LGBTQIA+ people across the church. Your generosity helps us: Walk with communities on […]
Merry Christmas
At Christmas, we proclaim the good news that God comes to dwell among us—with love that breaks down barriers and light that shines in even the most uncertain times. ReconcilingWorks is deeply grateful to walk this journey with you as we continue shaping a church rooted in hope, courage, and compassion. May this Christmas season […]
A New RIC Community: Unity Lutheran Church (Southgate, MI)
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 […]
Gratitude and bold hope – because of supporters like you
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 […]
Celebrating December 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 December 22 we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in December. Below […]