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Anti-racism Introductory trainings
We are called to be a church that embraces each person and confronts racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, age, gender, familial, sexual orientation, physical, personal, and class barriers that often manifest themselves in unjust treatment, inequalities, exclusion, and violence. We are hosting three Anti-Racism Introductory Trainings on June 11, September 10, and November 12 for all elected and volunteer synodical leaders; synodical boards, committees, teams; rostered leaders, synodically-rostered leaders, candidates in the call process, congregation call committees, and staff. These events are to help equip leaders to recognize and understand the complexity and implications of racism and racial issues. Learn more and register here.
"Living, busy, active, mighty thing"
Martin Luther described faith as a "living, busy, active, mighty thing." Our 2016 Synod Assembly Reports show exactly what the faithful people of our church are up to:
- Section A provides welcomes and voting materials, including reports from Reference and Counsel and the Nominations and Elections Committee.
- Our assembly will be deeply grounded in worship and our schedule will be merged with the worship materials. See a basic schedule of our time together here.
- Section B offers reports from our Synod Council, staff, and Strategy Area Committees, as well as other committees and partner organizations.
- Finally, Section C includes financial reports such as audited statements, mission support totals, and proposed budgets.
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Read how Tennessee Williams's rare play, Orpheus Descending, hits the stage at St. John's, Manhttan in Out Magazine.
See how fallen hardhat workers were mourned by labor unions, community groups and elected officials in honor of Workers' Memorial Day outside St. Luke's, Manhattan in the NY Daily News.
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 Guests at our assembly
Our 2016 Synod Assembly has an exciting group of speakers, preachers, and guests. Leading our worship throughout the assembly are the ELCA Glocal Musicians. Through its intentional diversity--including representation from many countries, denominations, and several cultures--the group embodies ways to stand in mutual solidarity while amplifying marginalized voices.
 Get connected
We are happy to use Guidebook for the second year at our Assembly. This is an app for desktops or mobile devices that allows you to have everything you'll need for right at your fingertips. It is available for those not attending assembly as well to follow along. Click here to get started.
 Alternate voting members
Alternate voting members can be swapped in for a lay voting member at the assembly (provided that they have either not shown or have checked-out). Alternate registrations are free and can be completed here.
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 Claim your tax creditWhen it comes to managing church finances, every dollar counts. The IRS recently issued a reminder that eligible small employers may still qualify to claim a tax credit offered by the Affordable Care Act prior to 2014 by amending prior year tax returns. Your congregation could recover up to 25% of premiums paid. Click here to learn more about how this tax credit works for church employers.
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 Lutheran Episcopal Volunteer NetworkLEVN, the Lutheran Episcopal Volunteer Network, is looking for young adults (age 21-30) with Bachelor's degrees for an 11-month program of non-profit volunteer work and learning about social justice. The corps members live in intentional community in a 4-bedroom apartment in Davis, CA. We're an ecumenical program in the Episcopal Service Corpe network; applicants needn't be either Lutheran or Episcopal to apply. Interest in Christian spirituality is the only expectation. For more information, visit levn.org or contact Casey Kloehn, program director.
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 Share some love
Recently a number of churches in the Northwest Diocese were damaged by radical non-Christian arsonists. Take a moment to watch and share this video or make a gift towards rebuilding these church communities.
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Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia: An Integrative Perspective
Join a free educational seminar presented by the Alzheimer's Association, Burke Rehabilitation Hospital, and Pace University in partnership with Wartburg. This informative discussion on Alzheimer's Disease and dementia including early warning signs, current research and clinical studies, tips for caregivers, and the benefits of engaging individuals with Alzheimer's creatively through arts and music. Learn more about this May 17 event here.
 Mental Health Weekend for Faith Based Communities
At least one in five adult New Yorkers is suffering from a diagnosable mental health condition. And many of those New Yorkers rely on their faith communities to find both hope and help. More than 500 houses of worship will be joining ThriveNYC for the first ever Mental Health Weekend of Faith on May 20-22. Learn more about ThriveNYC here. Use this form to register and receive a free toolkit.
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Privilege in the land of Sojourner Truth's slavery
"The longer I have lived out east the more I have realized that my life both past and present has been informed by the events that have shaped the communities in which I live and serve," writes Pr. James Rowe for the Anti-Racism Task Force blog. "In other words, I am indebted to these communities and its peoples for my very life." Read the full blog post here.
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Church Office Administrator
Our Savior, Port Washington is seeking someone to maintain an organized office and to assist the pastor in administrative matters. This position is part-time, 9:00am-1:00pm, Monday through Friday. The applicant must have attention to detail, good communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, Quick Books, and office equipment. Send resume to Martha Schweitzer or mail to LCOS, 12 Franklin Avenue, Port Washington, NY 11050.
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Pr. Wilbert Miller (Pacifica Synod) was called as pastor of Holy Trinity, Manhattan. He will begin July 1.
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- 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 Jessica Moes, serving in Cambodia
- For ELCA missionaries Randy and Carol Stubbs serving in Tanzania
- For Bishop Jeffrey Barrow, the staff and people of the Greater Milwaukee Synod
- For the care of God's creation
- For the unity of this church and its mission
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