By Bishop Dave Nagler Since the conversion of Constantine in 317 a.d. to the middle of the 20th century, the Christian church had been in the center of Western society. European history lurches from the horrible Doctrine of Discovery in 1492, to the colonization of the globe for economic and political gain, to the policy of Manifest Destiny in North America. The … [Read more...]
Sharing Our Faith Stories – Evangelism Curriculum Resources for Congregation
Evangelism doesn't have to mean handing out pamphlets or cornering strangers at the mall. Pastor Jennifer Garcia, Associate Pastor of First Lutheran in Fullerton and a member of the Pacifica Synod Evangelism Team, has created a Bible study curriculum for Pacifica Synod congregations to use in their setting about sharing our faith stories in a more relational way. In January and February 2022, … [Read more...]
Anti-Racism Resources & Synod Work Toward Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Pacifica Synod's Work toward Equity, Diversity & Inclusion The May 2016 Pacifica Synod Assembly adopted a “Resolution to Confront Racism and White Privilege.” This work was initiated with the formation of the “Pacifica Synod Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Working Group” to: “Identify and share high quality educational tools and events to raise awareness of racism, white privilege, and … [Read more...]
