Thursday August 27th was a full day of meetings, calls, and as always our Synodcheck-in/prayer time. Our prayers rose particularly for those in the path of Hurricane Laura. So far… Read More
Hurricane Response, Briarwood Conversations, Ordination Anniversary
Hurricane Prayers and Hope
Our Synod Thursday prayer/check-in time is always a blessing to me. We had a smaller group today but powerful time to pray and hear each other’s needs, concerns, and joys… Read More
Prayers and Appeal from Siblings in the Holy Land
In January of 2018 I was honored to represent #NTNL and the #ELCA at the consecration of Bishop Azar of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land…. Read More
NT-NL News: August 2020, Fourth Tuesday
Message from Bishop Gronberg Across NT-NL’s territory, the signs of fall, other than the average high temperature, are evident. Schools are re-opening in various fashions in many places, the Dallas… Read More
Bishop’s Message: Tuesday Aug 25
Across NT-NL’s territory, the signs of fall, other than the average high temperature, are evident. Schools are re-opening in various fashions in many places, the Dallas Cowboys are practicing again,… Read More
Video Editing Basics: Resource from Briarwood and NT-NL
This summer our Briarwood summer staff pivoted and went online in a way that was incredibly adaptive and impressive. They learned a great many things and created content that is… Read More
Briarwood Responds to Gulf Hurricanes
This letter offering housing and support for ELCA rostered leaders and church staff members was sent to the gulf coast synods from Briarwood Leadership Center this past weekend. Another way… Read More
Lutheran Disaster Response Site and Volunteer Recommendations during Covid-19
Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR) is a leader national and global faith based non-governmental organization supported by the ELCA and other Lutheran Church bodies. It is well respected because of its… Read More
Aug 18: Despite Challenge The Church Moves Forward
Tuesday Aug 18 was a zoom style day for the office of the bishop. It began with time with a few pastors checking in and working through a few issues…. Read More
NT-NL News: August 2020, Third Tuesday
Leadership Convocation, October 19-20 Topic: “Religious Freedom in America: Past, Present, and Future” Speaker: Dr. Stephen Stookey, Wayland Baptist University Dr. Stephen Stookey serves as Dean of the School of… Read More