Marking one year since the Eaton and Palisades fires, Bishop Brenda Bos offers a pastoral reflection and outlines key priorities for the synod in 2026, including disaster response, congregational resilience, and long-term ministry planning.

En este mensaje para iniciar 2026, la obispa Brenda Bos reflexiona sobre el primer aniversario de los incendios de Eaton y Palisades, comparte avances en la respuesta del sínodo y presenta los ejes del nuevo Plan Estratégico, reafirmando que somos iglesia juntos, llamados a la fidelidad, la resiliencia y el amor.

In light of the tragic Minneapolis ICE shooting that stirred national concern, Bishop Brenda Bos prays for comfort, courage, and justice for all affected. The prayer invites Christians to remain united in love, even amid deep pain and difference. 

In her closing Advent message, Bishop Brenda Bos reflects on waiting, vulnerability, and God’s surprising presence in a troubled world. Drawing on the journey of Mary and Joseph, she invites the church to walk forward in faith, trusting that God is with us.

在这篇感恩节反思中，布伦达·博斯主教呼吁教会将祷告化为行动，以怜悯与慷慨回应饥饿，提醒我们真正的感恩也包括喂养有需要的邻舍。

En esta reflexión de Acción de Gracias, la obispa Brenda Bos invita a la iglesia a pasar de la oración a la acción, respondiendo al hambre con compasión, generosidad y cuidado, y recordando que la gratitud fiel también alimenta al prójimo.

In this Thanksgiving reflection, Bishop Brenda Bos calls the church to move from prayer to action by addressing hunger with compassion, generosity, and care, reminding us that faithful gratitude includes feeding our neighbors in need.

Bishop Brenda Bos calls the church to love neighbors through concrete acts of care as SNAP benefits are reduced. The message invites prayer, generosity, and practical support for those facing hunger in our communities.

Bishop Brenda Bos reflects on recent experiences in Washington, D.C., and in ELCA-wide discernment work, highlighting how faithful public witness, advocacy, and Spirit-led dialogue shape Christian life in the world today.

In a pastoral response to the Supreme Court’s ICE ruling, Bishop Brenda Bos laments the impact on migrant communities and urges the church to resist injustice while practicing prayer, love of neighbor, and civic engagement rooted in faith.

In response to the National Guard deployment in Los Angeles, Bishop Brenda Bos calls the church to peace, nonviolent witness, and faithful advocacy. The statement urges prayer, care for those affected by ICE actions, and engagement with elected officials in pursuit of justice and due process.

Bishop Brenda Bos affirms the dignity of migrants and refugees and pledges the synod’s support as policies threaten families and livelihoods. The message emphasizes welcome, spiritual care, and solidarity within Southern California’s congregations.

Bishop Brenda Bos reflects on the reconsideration of the ELCA’s 2009 social statement on human sexuality, acknowledging past pain while affirming the church’s call to love and justice. She invites prayer and trust in the Spirit-led, churchwide process ahead.

Bishop Brenda Bos reflects on faith, grief, and hope following the Southern California wildfires and outlines the synod’s response alongside trusted partners. The message calls the church to sustained care, prayer, and compassion in the months and years ahead.