“As a church, we are called to speak up when the government distorts or denies the image of God in each person by endangering access to protection, peace, and daily bread. Where harm or inequity occur, we are called by God to respond with love and advocacy.
Luther also writes that in asking for daily bread, we are to pray for our leaders. We should pray that they act wisely and justly, protect all people, and not cause harm.
Prayer is not passive; it’s an act of hope. Prayer reminds us to ground ourselves in God’s promise. We pray for strength, to love unconditionally, and to serve one another. As we lift up our petitions, we must also act—advocating for policies that affirm the dignity of every person and standing against actions that demean or exclude.”- Bishop Elizabeth Eaton
To read the Bishop’s entire pastoral message, click here.
To hear the Bisho”s response to false allegations made about the ELCA, click here.