People across the Synod report receiving spoofed emails — messages that look like they come from someone you know, but actually come from scammers. www.css-elca.org/post/don-t-g...

A letter from a majority of the bishops of the ELCA. Please read and consider joining us in our work resisting Christian Nationalism, xenophobia, and violence that currently threaten all of us, regardless of how we voted. ed9008a3-cfbc-4101-8a5c-c60fb26a7993.usrfiles.com/ugd/ed9008_4...

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A great opportunity tonight: The Office of the Secretary of the ELCA will have an informative session on the 2025 changes to the congregational model constitution as well as tips on how to make the process of changing your constitution as smooth as possible.

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Bp. Simon issues a pastoral letter on political violence. "As Christians--Lutheran Christians--we must meet this moment of division and unrest with a servant heart. To paraphrase Martin Luther, God doesn’t need our peacemaking, but our neighbor does." www.css-elca.org/post/pastora...

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“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine." - Isaiah 43:1b For Immediate Release: ed9008a3-cfbc-4101-8a5c-c60fb26a7993.usrfiles.com/ugd/ed9008_e...

A Farewell message from Rev. Dave Whetter and BIshop Candea: "Spirit, open our hearts to the joy and pain of living. As you love, may we love, in receiving and in giving. Spirit, open our hearts." - ACS 1043 youtu.be/E9wfElbMIb0

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Bishop Eaton has issued a letter to President Trump & members of Congress expressing support of “our Jewish-American and Israeli siblings,” yet voicing “profound horror regarding the catastrophe in Gaza and the wider crisis in the Holy Land.” elcamediaresources.blob.core.windows.net/cdn/wp-conte...

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The CWA 2025 Day One summary is now online. www.livinglutheran.org/2025/07/2025... The live stream can be found on Youtube www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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ICYMI - This happened . . . www.elca.org/news-and-eve...

We are working to put together the final assembly reports to share with the synod. In the meantime, we would love to see your assembly photos. Drop your favorites in the comment section, or send them to [email protected].

Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton has issued a statement concerning the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staff in Washington, D.C., calling it "yet another example of the rising, deadly scourge of anti-Semitism in our society." Read the full statement: www.elca.org/news-and-eve...

Lutheran Disaster Response is now helping folks in St. Louis recover from the tornadoes that came through on May 16th. If you feel inclined to donate to their work, you can go to www.elca.org/.../lutheran.... 100 percent of the money you give goes to the people who need it.

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On May 16 severe storms and tornadoes swept through our conference. We know that many communities we serve were severely damaged. Our hands, feet, and hearts will be needed to help our area begin to clean-up and rebuild. mailchi.mp/ae1a6e010287...

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Read Bishop Eaton's Pastoral Message on the Death of Pope Francis: www.elca.org/news-and-eve...

". . . life is complex and complicated, messy and truly remarkable!" Bishop Susan Candea shares a message for Easter. www.css-elca.org/post/easter-...

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New podcast from ELCA Advocacy, Here I Pod! Bringing together voices of faith-based advocates caring for all people and creation. The inaugural episode discusses the pressing issues of housing and homelessness in the United States & what we can do. Download wherever you find your podcasts.

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Bishop Eaton has convened a coalition of interfaith leaders in support of refugees and immigrants who are forced to flee their homes. In the statement, the leaders emphasize their collective commitment to “welcome the stranger and care for the most vulnerable.” www.elca.org/news-and-eve...

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Sunday, February 23 is Companion Synod Sunday. The team visited PNG in 2024 and share this video youtu.be/1iI2TpPYnLk We encourage you to view it in your congregation, perhaps as part of an adult Sunday School class. Then join members of the team via Zoom on the 23rd for further discussion.

We must bind ourselves to the way and teachings of Jesus, boldly proclaiming and living the counter-cultural reality of the beatitudes youtu.be/D3nXg1PzAls

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Due to a postal service change, the synod office has a NEW SUITE #. Please use the following mailing address: Central States Synod 420 W. 14th St. SUITE B Kansas City, MO 64105

The latest news, information and events happening across the Central States Synod. E-News: January 29, 2025 mailchi.mp/css-elca/e-n...

You are the salt of the earth . . . You are the light of the world . . . to bring healing, hope, and life to a wounded and broken world. Bishop Susan Candea has issued a statement regarding the Executive Orders issued by the Presidental Administration. mailchi.mp/css-elca/sta...

Shared from Lutheran Disaster Response: Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. Read a Litany of Confession based on the "Declaration of the ELCA to the Jewish Community." bit.ly/4jsdwcJ

The latest news, information and events happening around the Central States Synod. E-News: January 15, 2025 mailchi.mp/css-elca/e-n...

Elizabeth Eaton, presiding bishop of the ELCA, has issued a message on the deadly wildfires currently burning across the Los Angeles area. In the message, Eaton invited readers to learn how the ELCA is responding and how they can get involved. www.elca.org/news-and-eve...

Tonight Part I - Let’s talk finances. This session will help with the budgeting process, using reserves, making projections, and communicating with the congregation. Join us, no registration is required! Visit www.css-elca.org/lab for more information and the Zoom link.

This Epiphany season, the Central States Synod's Companion Synod Team shares a weekly series of devotions. In this time of long nights, God's love is revealed as a light shines on new possibilities. Read the devotions at www.css-elca.org/devotions