A Pastoral Letter from ReconcilingWorks on the Ongoing Work of the ELCA Task Force and Revisions to the Human Sexuality Social Statement
The Church is still discerning. ReconcilingWorks is still speaking. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ ReconcilingWorks has released a new Pastoral Letter on the ongoing work of the ELCA Task Force and revisions to the Human Sexuality Social Statement. For more than 50 years, ReconcilingWorks has advocated for the acceptance, full participation, and liberation of people of all sexual orientations, […]
Celebrating August 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 August we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in August. Below is […]
Celebrating August 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 August we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in August. Below is […]
RIC Stories of Impact
Every Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Partner has a story to tell—and we are excited to begin sharing those stories with you. Today, ReconcilingWorks is launching our new Stories of Impact webpage, a place dedicated to highlighting the ways RIC Partners are transforming their congregations, communities, and the lives of the people they serve. These stories […]
Celebrating August 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 August we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in August. Below is […]
Celebrating July 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 July we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in July. Below is […]
A Public Witness of Hope
When a Pride flag is torn down or a welcome sign is vandalized, the harm reaches beyond a symbol. These acts seek to undermine belonging, silence public witness, and diminish the dignity of LGBTQIA+ people. ReconcilingWorks has created a new worship resource, A Public Witness of Hope: A Litany and Prayers for Rehanging a Pride […]
Celebrating July 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 July we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in July. Below is […]
Celebrating July 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 July we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in July. Below is […]
A New RIC Community: Lord of Life Lutheran Church (Darien, IL)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Darien, Illinois. Their welcome statement reads: “Lord of Life Lutheran Church’s long standing credo is “We share God’s Love”. LoL provides a welcoming and safe place for worship, comfort, solace and reflection. We are called by Jesus to love […]
A New RIC Community: Celebration Lutheran Church (Sartell, MN)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Celebration Lutheran Church in Sartell, Minnesota. Their welcome statement reads: “We, Celebration Lutheran Church, embrace and celebrate the diversity of all people. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and safe space where people of every race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, educational […]
Celebrating July 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 July we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in July. Below is […]