July 01, 2021
Register today! The ELCA Southeastern Synod and the Iglesia Luterana Agustina de Guatemala (ILAG) invite you to attend the in-person Guatemala Gala 2021 to support the dreams of young Guatemalan women at the MILAGRO Women’s Education Center. Mark ...
July 01, 2021
Celebration of Grace Lutheran Church P. O. Box 5025 Canton, GA 30014 Contact Person: Mary Johnson, Council President Phone: 678-662-9297 Email: mary.johnson7117@gmail.com Celebration of Grace Lutheran would like to donate four items to the Synod to...
July 01, 2021
Have you ever wanted to understand when someone speaks to you in Spanish or wished you could respond to someone in Spanish? Well, if so, then you’re in good company. This is why Southeastern Synod’s En Conjunto Latinx Ministry is developing a Spanish...
July 01, 2021
Theological explorations designed to help individuals and congregations grow spiritually, reflect deeply, and engage issues that matter to their communities. Check out The Candler Foundry online! See their SEMINARY COURSES FOR EVERYONE! The ...
July 01, 2021
One of the crucial things to remember about the people that we strive to honor and advocate for on the synod’s Diversity and Justice Task Force (people of color, LBGTQ+ folks, women, and people with disabilities) is that we are ALL different, both ...
June 15, 2021
A Brief Summary of the 2021 Southeastern Synod Assembly The Southeastern Synod of the ELCA met in Assembly on June 5, 2021 via the LUMI digital platform. 280 Voting members were present with 153 being Lay Voting members and 127 being Rostered ...
June 15, 2021
Covid slowed down the volunteer response for the much needed disaster recovery work over the last 16 months in our synod. But it did not slow down the disasters - with more storms in 2020 and this year as well, with more homes damaged or destroyed, ...
June 14, 2021
The following is an advertisement from the Wendleand-Cook Program at Vanderbilt University... Are you a faith leader or clergy person looking for resources on economic and ecological justice to use in your community or congregational work? Would ...
June 10, 2021
Our Southeastern Synod Council met on Friday, June 4 both in person at Redeemer, Atlanta and over ZOOM. Detailed financial reports and reports from committees, staff, and partners in ministry can be found on our Synod Council website. The agenda was...
June 01, 2021
The situation in India is desperate in the wake of Covid-19 with surging cases and lack of healthcare resources. The Southeastern Synod Disaster Ministry Committee committed to sending $1000.00 to support the Covid response in India and will match ...
May 18, 2021
May 18, 2021 Dear church, This coming Sunday, Pentecost Sunday, we will hear from Acts, “All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, ‘What does this mean?’” (2:12). But earlier in this well-known text, we hear that they “were all together...
May 17, 2021
Did you know that ELCA congregations that offer debit and credit card giving have seen significantly higher giving than congregations that did not offer online or mobile giving – more than three times higher? Or that while giving in services on ...
May 15, 2021
Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2 NRSV). Since the global pandemic was declared in March 2020, many of us have endured extended emotional and psychological anguish. That experience may be ...
May 14, 2021
From the Ecumenical Protocols for Worship, Fellowship, and Sacramental Practices group: The latest CDC guidance for masks and social distancing is for what INDIVIDUALS CAN do-- not what CONGREGATIONS (in which both vaccinated and unvaccinated people...
May 13, 2021
NEW from the Center for Climate Justice and Faith of Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary Certificate in Climate Justice and Faith This certificate offers a cohort-based, online trans-continental curriculum which empowers participants to cultivate...
May 03, 2021
Could you use a Coach? What is ELCA Coaching? How do I know if I need a Coach? If you’ve ever asked these questions or wondered if Coaching is for you, check out the answers to some of these questions here: ELCA Coaching FAQ's Coaching is an ...
April 30, 2021
"Vocation across the Academy" Newberry College asks for your support of the Vocation across the Academy through a donation to the project, mini-grants, or travel scholarships. ALL DONATIONS MADE THROUH MAY 31 WILL BE MATCHED - DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR ...
April 27, 2021
The US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced it will provide financial support to offset the cost of funeral services for COVID-19 victims. The financial support is available for individuals who died in the US from COVID-19 (documented...
April 20, 2021
The Rt. Rev. Rob Wright, D.D., Bishop of The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta issued the following statement on the conviction of a Minneapolis police officer in the death of George Floyd. ---------------------------------------------------------------...
April 20, 2021
Litany for a verdict April 19, 2021 by The Presbyterian Outlook Jesus said, “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid.” (John 14:27) ...
April 19, 2021
Brief descriptions of the 200 assembly songs in All Creation Sings are now available with a subscription to SundaysandSeasons.com. These give context to the hymn or song through biographical background, lectionary or Scripture connections, or usage ...
April 16, 2021
(please see accompanying articles linked at the bottom of this article): A message from ELCA Pastor Gordon Myers, a Chair of the Tennessee Poor People’s Campaign: To my friends, As many of you know, I serve as a chair for the Tennessee Poor ...
April 15, 2021
Students like Amanda Taylor (MDIV, UMC) feel the impact of your gifts to Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary every day! “The scholarship funds that I receive from generous donors grant me the opportunity to be shaped and formed for ministry ...
April 14, 2021
A message from the ELCA World Hunger team: Greetings from ELCA World Hunger! With the hope and promise of new life this Easter season, we gratefully share with you important updates about upcoming grants available for our partners in ministry to end...
April 11, 2021
Click HERE to access the April 11, 2021, worship service. A full worship service - Service of the Word - is provide for congregational use for the 2nd Sunday of Easter, April 11, 2021. Feel free to download the service - or just the sermon - or ...
April 05, 2021
Now more than ever, clergy need resources for self-care as you navigate the uncharted waters of a pandemic! As you on the front lines know all too well, wellness and self-care are often at the bottom of most clergy persons' to-do list. Here is a book...
April 05, 2021
Don’t forget Grant request deadline for Vitality Grants / Outreach Grants / Multicultural Grants is Tuesday, April 13 by noon. Please don’t send them only by US Mail, as we have had a problem with grants getting lost. Please keep a copy of the ...
March 30, 2021
View and share Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s Easter message. Christ is risen indeed! Read the message: English | Spanish Download Bishop Eaton's Message
March 29, 2021
Rostered ministers and church professionals, after this busy season of the church year, do you need time away to recharge? NovusWay Ministries knows that you spend your time caring for everyone else. Come to Luther Springs April 13-15, 2021 and let ...
March 26, 2021
The Southeastern Synod prays for all those who were in the path of the storms across our region last night. Please reach out to Pastor Jill Henning (jhenning@elca-ses.org) if you need the assistance of the Southeastern Synod's Disaster Team. If you ...
March 16, 2021
The Rev. Dr. Mark Ellingsen - professor at the Interdenominational Theological Center, Atlanta, was recorded by AIB-TV for one of his new books: Finding Peaks and Valleys in a Flat World. The air dates and times for the Keynotes featuring Dr. ...
March 15, 2021
Portico Benefit Services offers THREE major updates: SWORD - Virtual Therapy for Joint Pain How to get the Best Rest! Questions about Taxes??? SWORD - Virtual Therapy for Joint Pain Stress is a pain in the neck: If you’re literally feeling the ...
March 14, 2021
Wonder where your offering goes? Check out this short video. Then check out this Deep Dive on how our synod offerings support our ELCA ministries and how together, we are doing so much more!
March 14, 2021
Workshop is ONE FULL DAY, and is available on several dates in 2021: May 13 June 9 August 19 September 29, and November 4, 2021. All sessions will be held on a weekday (Wednesday or Thursday). This event runs from 10:00am to 5:00 pm Eastern Time ...
March 11, 2021
More than 11 percent of the world’s people are hungry and 1 in 7 live in poverty. Tragically, children are especially vulnerable to long term effects of hunger and malnutrition. Chronically malnourished children don’t grow to reach a normal ...
March 01, 2021
Thanks to all who attended the sessions with ELCA's Steve Oelschlager and found out how to proactively assess your congregation's 21 financial practices from five key areas: Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Risk Management, and Stewardship. By ...
March 01, 2021
In the US as a whole, 1 in 4 (27.5%) of households with children were food insecure and almost 14% of adults in the US said in 2020 that there was often not enough to eat (US Census Bureau). More than a third of US adults have trouble paying bills ...
March 01, 2021
Mark Ellingsen, an ELCA pastor in our Synod who teaches at the Interdenominational Theological Center in Atlanta, just had an article published in the Fall issue of Lutheran Forum which will be of interest to pastors and laity who want to preach and ...
March 01, 2021
Pastors, deacons, and bishops everywhere have climbed some steep learning curves this year. Now on the back side of the curve, you might be sinking down the slope and drained of creative energy — just as we as we enter our second Pandemic Lent. What ...
March 01, 2021
We are thrilled to have Rev. Mike Ward of GSB Fundraising back with our synod to lead Stewardship for All Seasons. The purpose of Stewardship For All Seasons (SAS) is to guide pastors and congregation leaders to learn tried and true basic principles ...
March 01, 2021
The Advocacy Policy Council will benefit from the presence of Intern, Sarah Parson, during February and March. Sarah is a senior at Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA, and has been an active member at Trinity Lutheran Church, Lilburn, GA, for 15 ...
February 26, 2021
There is a lot going on at Lutheridge, Lutherock, Luther Springs and Lutheranch as the staff and volunteers prepare to welcome campers and guests back to our synod’s places apart. In this important video message they share news about summer camp ...
February 25, 2021
Together during this pandemic, our synod has continued to do some incredible ministry. We have given over $100K in COVID-19 grants, provided hunger grants and assisted rostered ministers with education debt. We’ve shepherded 90+ candidates towards ...
February 25, 2021
Movie Watch & Discussion regarding SELMA, on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Video discussion following the film:
February 23, 2021
Voting Members for 2022 Churchwide Assembly to be Elected at 2021 Synod Assembly Submit Biographical Form → Due May 1 The next ELCA Churchwide Assembly (CWA) will be held August 8 – 12, 2022 in Columbus, OH, but synods will be ...
February 23, 2021
Nominations Sought for 2021 Synod Assembly Elections Biographical Forms Due May 1 The Southeastern Synod Nominating Committee is currently seeking potential nominees for several positions to be elected at the 2021 Synod Assembly. DEADLINE for ...
February 22, 2021
February 22, 2021 STAFF ANNOUNCEMENT FROM BISHOP STRICKLAND Dear friends in Christ, Our synod is no stranger to natural disasters. We know all too well; it is not “if” a disaster happens, but “when”. For many years, we have been a leading synod ...
February 10, 2021
With partnership and support from the Mission Investment Fund of the ELCA, the ELCA Federal Credit Union (FCU) is now offering the second round of Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans to congregations and ministries. As the COVID-19 pandemic ...
February 01, 2021
Partners for HOME is an organization Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, Atlanta, has partnered with, which is helping formerly homeless neighbors move into long-term housing. The apartments they will move into are minimally furnished, and anyone ...
February 01, 2021
The Southeastern Synod encourages you to use Safe Gatherings to screen and train everyone who works with children, youth and vulnerable adults in your church. Safe Gatherings works with more than 8,500 churches, including 11 ELCA Synods. They make it...