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.

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Presiding Bishop and ELCA Secretary Announcement; 1 Year Anniversary of the LA Fires.

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. 

Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry reflects on the U.S. military action in Venezuela, grounding the church’s response in baptismal identity, prayer, and a call to justice, peace, humanitarian action, and accountability in the use of power.

Ante la acción militar de EE. UU. en Venezuela, la Iglesia reafirma su llamado bautismal a la justicia, la paz y la solidaridad, orando por el pueblo venezolano y exhortando a una respuesta humanitaria, responsable y fiel.

Marking one year since the Palisades and Eaton fires, this reflection names the enduring trauma of loss while lifting up the hope found in generosity, accompaniment, and God’s people at work. The synod invites prayer, gentleness, and ongoing support for all who were affected.

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Open to See a Christmas Eve Greeting from Bishop!

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.

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Special Message from Bishop, Christmas Event Invites, & A Synod Holiday Closure Announcement!

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Assembly Info with a Call for Resolutions & Special Christmas Event Invites!

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It's Advent! A Special Christmas Message from Presiding Bishop Curry.

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Reminder: The Haven: Food Insecurity Forum is Tonight at 6pm PT!

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Bishop's Thanksgiving Blessing, Haven Forum for the Hungry, and More!

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.

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Thanksgiving Announcement, Immigration Resources, and More!

Thriving Leadership Formation enters a new chapter as a Region 2 synod-based ministry, continuing its commitment to nurturing pastors and church leaders through spiritual and leadership formation. Beginning in January 2026, this collaborative work will be fully embedded in the life of the church with support from a new five-year grant.

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Special announcement from TLF, and a letter from Presiding Bishop Curry.