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 Getting to know Ross MurrayDiaconal Ministers are a relatively small group of rostered leaders that strive to be witnesses to the church and world in a position other than the traditional role of pastor. We recently sat down with Ross Murray, the newest diaconal minister called to our synod, to learn just how he bridges both the secular and religious in his position at GLAAD. Learn more about his background and work in the most recent News Feature.
 ELCAvotes Through the simple act of casting an informed vote, we have the opportunity and responsibility to help make decisions that will affect our lives and the lives of our families. As our Christian faith compels us to attend to the world through the lens of our relationship to God and to one another, ELCAvotes encourages voter participation, civic engagement, and advocacy around voter rights. As we approach the New York Presidential Primary Election on April 19, you can share the ELCAvotes webpage to encourage voting and participation, find resources to become an advocate for those left out of the voting process, and engage with others about the intersections between our faith and elections.
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Assembly Registration Deadline
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 Rebuilding Tanzanian churches
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Consecration of Ross Murray
Everyone is invited to the synodical celebration of Holy Communion with the Consecration of Ross Murray and Abigail Ferjak (New Jersey Synod) to the public office of Word and Service. Ross Murray was recently called by the synod council to his position as Director of Programs at GLAAD. The Rev. Barbara Lundblad will preach. All rostered ministers of the synod are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is red. Learn more here.
Patterns for Proclamation
Join the Consultation on Common Texts, the ecumenical body responsible for the Revised Common Lectionary, for their annual event. This event on April 25 will be a day filled with rich presentations on preaching and worshiping using different lectionaries, including the one-year, African-American, and to the Narrative Lectionaries. All are welcome. Click here to download the flyer and RSVP.
 Climate Change, Race, and Food: Forging a Just FutureQuadrant One and the Hudson Valley Cooperative invite you for an educational event with internationally renowned scholar Dr. Cynthia Moe-Lobeda and local race and food justice organizer Cheryl DeSanctis from Soul Fire Farm, Grafton, NY. The focus will be on what people of faith need to know about environmental injustice and racism in the food system through worship, music, workshop style activities, and presentations. This event is made possible by a Leadership Development Grant. RSVP by April 15. Learn more here.
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As part of the strategic plan, the Sent Committee highlights ministries and partnerships proclaiming the Gospel while responding to societal needs.
 Feed My Sheep It is 11:00 AM on a cold windy Saturday and there is a knock on the door. The door swings open and a procession of hungry people of various ages walk into the dining area; some with weary and tired expressions, and some with grateful smiles. They have been waiting outside Trinity, Wyandanch to come inside for a warm meal, some friendly conversation, and hear the Word of God. One in seven households in the US will experience food insecurity at some point during the year, an issue that is even more acute in Wyandanch. Pasta and the Word ministry was created during Pr. Robert Ranis' pastorate to supplement the Monday through Friday Soup Kitchen run by The Mercy Inn operating from Trinity. Volunteers provide a warm meal for 70-80 people on Saturday and a take-home meal for Sunday. The meal is preceded by prayer and sharing of the Word, to help people feel a connection with each other, and develop a sense of identity as a community of God. This ministry is supported by a partnership between Lutheran congregations and local secular organizations: Trinity, Wyandanch; Ascension, Deer Park; Abiding Presence, Fort Salonga; Phoenix House; PSE&G LI; and a local Boy Scout Troop. Call 631-643-8454 for more information or to make a donation.
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Office Administrator
Advent Lutheran Church is seeking an Office Administrator to begin May 1, 2016. The Office Administrator is responsible for the smooth functioning of the Advent office, providing support to the Senior Pastor and coordinating financial management, administrative office work, facilities management and scheduling. The Office Administrator supervises and is assisted by a part-time building manager and a part-time bookkeeper/accountant and works collaboratively with staff and volunteer lay leadership to support Advent's mission and goals. Click here to see a full job description and learn how to apply.
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Harriet Wieber will be installed as pastor at Holy Trinity, Brooklyn. It will take place on Sunday, April 17 at 4 PM
Pr. Lena Warren will be installed as pastor of Good Shepherd, Pearl River on April 23.
Pr. A. David Anglada has been called Program Director for Multicultural Leadership for the Congregational and Synodical Mission unit of the ELCA, effective March 15. He will continue serve Epiphany, Hempstead.
Pr. David Rommereim has resigned as pastor of Good Shepherd, Brooklyn, effective April 30, 2016.
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- For the friends and family of Leslie Johnson, sister of Pr. Justin Johnson, who died in Christ March 22.
- For refugees and those who come to their aid
- For our Anti-Racism Task Force, as they plan trainings for leaders
- For our partners in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land as they live amidst the continued Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- For health and healing for Ira Nebrasky, husband of Pastor ElizaBeth Nebrasky, who is undergoing treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma
- For ELCA Young Adult in Global Mission Lily Zeich, serving in South Africa
- For ELCA missionaries Trevor Kearney and Michelle Mercado serving in Tanzania
- For Bishop Craig Satterlee, the staff and people of the North/West Lower Michigan Synod
- For the care of God's creation
- For the unity of this church and its mission
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