Reconciling Works

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 […]

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 […]

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+ […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]