An ELCA congregation in Chicago connects with their artistic, urban community. | more »
Arts and music
For an ELCA congregation in Elgin, Ill., re-enacting a 400-year-old Mexican Christmas tradition is a way to welcome their Spanish-speaking neighbors.
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When faced with the choice between a career in medicine or art, ELCA member Chris Raschka followed his heart, even if that meant taking a risk. | more »
Taking piano lessons at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Oakland, Calif., took Dante Millet to a place he never thought he'd go — college. | more »
Using a studio run by James Kasperson, Deena Shupe made 35 sets of communion ware for use at the 2011 ELCA Churchwide Assembly. | more »
In between fishing and working ivory, Alook Savetilik studied reports for the 2011 Churchwide Assembly that would help chart the future of this church.
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Bible stories were written to be shared aloud, not read silently. Two ELCA members showed how it’s done at the 2011 Churchwide Assembly. | more »
Vacation Bible schools bring the gospel stories alive, often for children who have not heard them before. | more »
Strolling around Listening Walk at Halfway Creek has become a symbol of renewal for the congregation, confirming that God is "near and here." | more »
As a pastor, Dave Greenlund uses his background as an artist to help the members of his congregation think creatively about expressing their faith. | more »
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