Reconciling Works

  We are excited to share the theme for ReconcilingWorks Pride Worship 2026: Reframing Our Resistance: Lament, Foundation, Joy, and Courage As faith communities living in a time when our society is becoming less affirming and inclusive of those who are marginalized, we are called to respond with intention, faith, and love. This Pride season, […]

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 April we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in April. Below is […]

ReconcilingWorks is honored to be supporting congregations and synods in the ongoing work of welcome, inclusion, celebration, and advocacy for our LGBTQIA+ siblings, and a deepened commitment to anti-racism across our church during this Synod Assembly Season. We know that Synod Assembly can be both energizing and full, and we want to make it just […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church (Saint Paul, MN). Their welcome statement reads: “Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church is a congregation committed to the proclamation of the gospel of Jesus Christ for every person. All people who attend our worship services and events are welcome, regardless of age, […]

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 April we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in April. Below is […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Plymouth, Minnesota. Their welcome statement reads: “Welcome to Mount Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth: We Welcome Every Individual. We affirm that you are loved and cherished with a unique place at the Creator’s table, no matter where you are on […]

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community:   Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Fayetteville, New York. Their welcome statement reads: “Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is a flock of Christ which recognizes each of us is a unique creation made in the image of God. We celebrate and give thanks for the many diverse […]

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 April we are celebrating all RIC Partners who became RIC in April. Below is […]