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LL Stories September 29, 2026 The holy work of reconciliation and renewal Series editor’s note: The 2026 theme for “Deeper understandings” is faithful witness in challenging times. This year, various authors will explore what it means for the ELCA, and each of us … continue Prayer for Sept. 29 Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer for the day from the ELCA resource “Prayer ventures.” These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life as together we pray for … continue Celebrating our diversity Editor’s note: Yehiel Curry, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has issued his fourth entry in “All together in one place,” a series of monthly messages. Each message shares a pastoral word, … continue

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LL Stories September 15, 2026 Prayer for Sept. 15 Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer for the day from the ELCA resource “Prayer ventures.” These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life as together we pray for … continue “God was in the ashes and the dust” Twenty-five years ago, on Sept. 11, 2001, our lives as Americans were radically changed. The destruction of the World Trade Center in New York City, the attack on the Pentagon near Arlington, Va., … continue A time to share stories Editor's note: As we observe the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11, Kevin Ritter-Jung, director of media and communications for the Metropolitan New York Synod, and Kathleen Ruen, synod director of … continue

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LL Stories September 8, 2026 My take: Who will climb onto the roof? My wife, Janie, recently reminded me of a Bible story I’ve read countless times but perhaps never fully understood. In Mark 2, a paralyzed man is brought to Jesus by four friends. The house is … continue Prayer for Sept. 8 Every day, Living Lutheran offers a prayer for the day from the ELCA resource “Prayer ventures.” These daily petitions are offered as a guide for your own prayer life as together we pray for … continue True forgiveness Lectionary blog for Sept. 13, 2026 16th Sunday after Pentecost Genesis 50:15-21; Psalm 103:8-13; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 18:21-35 We love grace! Can’t get enough of it, really. “Amazing … continue

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