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We believe that God values and embraces each person as a beloved child. We believe that the Spirit gives a diversity of gifts for the common good. We believe that Jesus Christ calls us to work for justice.
Welcome Atonement Lutheran Church (Overland Park, KS).
You Are Welcome Here: Atonement Lutheran Church believes that all people are created by...
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Giving Tuesday
This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to help further the mission of ReconcilingWorks. Your generosity, engagement, and support fuel everything we do—from accompanying congregations on their Reconciling in Christ (RIC) journey, to providing resources rooted in love and justice, to…
Welcome Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in South Bend, IN.
"The people of St. Peter’s and Holy Trinity believe all are created in God’s image; therefore, we embrace diversity and affirm the dignity and worth of every person. So…
No matter who ...
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ReconcilingWorks is delighted to share a brand-new free Advent Devotional to accompany you through this sacred season of hope, peace, joy, and love.
Written by Rev. Liza Hawkins (she/they), this resource offers weekly reflections, prayers, and actions to...
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Celebrating December RIC Anniversaries
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Today, we remember the lives lost to HIV and AIDS, honor those living with HIV, and recommit ourselves to ending stigma and advancing healing, inclusion, and care for all.
As people of faith, we proclaim that every person is a beloved child of God...
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A Prayer for the First Sunday in Advent
(from Out in Scripture)
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First Sunday in Advent
Eternal God, during times of transition, conflict and chaotic change, remind us that such times may be birth pangs one in which justice and peace will reign. and that when you are the source of our strength one in which justice and peace will reign. Encourage us. Lift up our…
In 2016, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in American (ELCA) Churchwide Assembly adopted the Repudiation of the Doctrine of Discovery, acknowledging the church’s complicity in the evils of colonialism and the lasting harm inflicted on Native peoples. On ...
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Welcome Grace Lutheran Church in Raleigh, North Carolina.
“The community of Grace Lutheran Church trusts that God is revealed in the diversity of humanity, and that the world is made better as we celebrate the variety of God’s expression in all ...
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Today, we solemnly honor the lives of transgender and nonbinary people lost to violence, discrimination, and hatred. Transgender Day of Remembrance is a time to reflect on the real dangers that trans communities face and to commit ourselves to action ...
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Transgender Day of Remembrance
Today, we solemnly honor the lives of transgender and nonbinary people lost to violence, discrimination, and hatred. Transgender Day of Remembrance is a time to reflect on the real dangers that trans communities face and to commit ourselves to action — to speak out…
Are you an RIC Partner with an Open Call or Position? Post on our Job Board!
Our Job Board is open to our Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Partners to post their open calls and positions in support of RIC Partners in attracting candidates to their ministry.
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Welcome St. John’s Lutheran Church in Beaufort, South Carolina.
“Out of a broken and divided world, all are welcomed into the whole body of Jesus Christ at St. John’s. We trust in a God who loves all people, no matter their economic status, age ...
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Welcome Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Marshfield, Wisconsin.
“Welcome to Good Shepherd We’re so glad you’re here. Whether you’re seeking, curious, returning, or rooted in faith – you are welcome.
At Good Shepherd, we believe that Jesus Christ calls ...
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Announcing Reconciling in Christ (RIC) Sunday 2026!
"Celebrating Diversity as God’s Children"
Why celebrate? We believe that the Gospel is built upon a foundation of diversity. We believe that the Creator gifted us a universe infused with beautiful ...
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Today, we pause to honor and give thanks for the LGBTQIA+ veterans who have courageously served our country. Your bravery, resilience, and commitment to freedom have helped make our world a more just and inclusive place.
We recognize the unique ...
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Welcome New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church (Gilbertsville, PA).
You are always welcome at New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church. We are a growing community of believers in Jesus Christ, rooted in God’s love and guided by Christ’s example. We ...
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A New RIC Community: New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church (Gilbertsville, PA)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: New Hanover Evangelical Lutheran Church in Gilbertsville, Pennsylvania. Their welcome statement reads: "You are always welcome at New…
Welcome St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Asheville, NC.
Reflecting God’s expansive love, St. Mark’s is committed to being a welcoming community for all. We welcome you and people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions, ...
www.reconcilingworks.org/ric-st-marks...
Celebrating November RIC Anniversaries
We extend deep gratitude and joy for our partnerships through the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) program.
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All Saints Day
Today we remember and give thanks for all the saints who have gone before us — the faithful, the courageous, the beloved community of God who worked for justice, inclusion, and love.
We especially honor the LGBTQIA+ saints and leaders ...
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Reformation Day reminds us that the Church is always being reformed — by the Spirit, through love, and for justice.
At ReconcilingWorks, we celebrate this holy invitation to transformation. The same courage that moved Martin Luther to call the Church ...
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Welcome St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Newport, RI.
St. Peter's is an inclusive, welcoming, and service oriented congregation, here to offer help and hospitality to others according to God's will. ***** God's love covers all people and we at St. ...
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A New RIC Community: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (Newport, RI)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Newport, Rhode Island. Their welcome statement reads: "St. Peter's Lutheran Church is an inclusive, welcoming, and service…
Welcome Five Points Lutheran Church in Blue River, Wisconsin.
Romans 15:7: "Accept one another then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God."
At Five Points Lutheran Church, nestled in the rolling hills of Southwest Wisconsin, we ...
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A New RIC Community: Five Points Lutheran Church (Blue River, WI)
Help ReconcilingWorks welcome a new Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Five Points Lutheran Church in Blue River, Wisconsin. Their welcome statement reads: "Romans 15:7: 'Accept one another then, just as Christ accepted you,…
ReconcilingWorks extends deep gratitude and joy for our partnerships through the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) program.
Here is a partial list (s-z) of this month’s RIC Partners with October Anniversaries – and the year they became RIC.
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Intersex Awareness Day invites us to honor the beauty, diversity, and dignity of intersex people — those born with variations in sex characteristics that don’t fit typical definitions of “male” or “female.”
#IntersexAwarenessDay #BelovedCommunity
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Welcome The Table Lutheran Church in Bloomsburg, PA.
"All are welcome to pull up a seat at The Table. As we learn and grow together, it is our hope to live like Jesus, to love like Jesus, and to humbly seek grace when we fall short of that ...
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