Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries

May 31, 2013

by Ross Murray, Senior Director, GLAAD Media Institute

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America elects first openly gay bishop

In a historic move, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has elected its first-ever openly gay bishop. The Rev. Dr. Guy Erwin has been elected to a six-year term to the Southwest California Synod, which encompasses the greater Los Angeles area.

Helping Churches Participate in Transgender Day of Remembrance

Congregations are encouraged to offer a petition in your worship services in recognition of the Transgender Day of Remembrance. ReconcilingWorks has provided worship materials for congregations, including different forms of Confession and Forgiveness and Prayers of the People.

Faith Organizations Turn Purple on the Web for #SpiritDay

Faith-based organizations are turning purple for Spirit Day to oppose bullying and stand in solidarity with LGBT youth. You can see the purple tide rising.

Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America elects first openly gay bishop

Helping Churches Participate in Transgender Day of Remembrance

Faith Organizations Turn Purple on the Web for #SpiritDay

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Extraordinary Lutheran Ministries

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America elects first openly gay bishop

Helping Churches Participate in Transgender Day of Remembrance

Faith Organizations Turn Purple on the Web for #SpiritDay