LINKS


Evangelical Lutheran Church in America - A comprehensive website that provides information about the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America including News and Events; a Spiritual Center; Directories of Congregations, Schools, and Churchwide Agencies; Resources; ELCA Ministries, and much more.

Ken Crest Centers - A Lutheran Social Ministry Organization that provides quality programs to support individuals who have or are at risk of having developmental disabilities. The site describes the adult and child services available, how to volunteer, community resources, trends and issues, and upcoming events.

On Eagle's Wings-Trinity missionary Pastor/Pilot Lee Berry - An ecumenical Christian ministry that proclaims Jesus Christ and serves the Church and individuals in remote and isolated areas of northern Canada. This web site introduces the visitor to this wonderful mission.

Southeastern PA Synod-ELCA - MinistryLink is the website of the Southeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. It provides: News of the Synod, the Mission and Ministry of Lutherans in Southeastern Pennsylvania, A Directory of Congregations, Resources for Congregations, and much more.

The Wellness Community at Philadelphia- The mission of The Wellness Place is to assist the cancer patient and family on their hopeful journey to recovery. They assist people with cancer, at no charge, to take part in their recovery through education, self-help, inspiration, hope, and hugs. It is a center for adults and children who presently have or have had cancer. People can come to support each other emotionally and psychologically in a cozy setting. All The Wellness Place volunteers have had cancer or have been affected by cancer directly or indirectly. They offer various lectures on a number of related topics and hold a number of special events. The organization is located on the entire first floor of Luther Hall, and planned hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

American Bible Society - A society that makes the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand. Some of what the online site provides are translations of the Scriptures, provides articles about the Bible, answers frequently asked questions about the Bible, accepts prayer requests, and provides a daily Bible reading. They even have an online book store to purchase religious materials for all ages.

Augsburg Fortress Publishers - The publishing house for the ELCA, this group provides the service of shopping for materials such as devotions, resources for women, adult Bible study, christian music, sunday school, videos, and supplies.

Bear Creek Camp - A camp and conference center owned and operated by the Northeast and Southeast Synods of the ELCA. The site describes the types of services and provides detail about chldren's summer programs, upcoming events, and the Nature Center.

Bible Gateway - A website that provides the ability to look up passages and/or words from one of a number of Bible versions. The site offers this service in 20 languages and is very user friendly.

The Christian Century - An online magazine that focuses on the challenges of faith that arise in our everyday lives. The company has published articles by the most respected theologians, historians and church leaders and has been recognized for its concern for relating faith to political, cultural and social issues. Readers of the Century are kept informed of the events that are defining religious life today. The influence of religion in public life, the theological direction of mainline churches, and the everyday struggles of Christians to live out the gospel are explored each week.

Christianity Online - An online service associated with the magazine, Christianity Today. It provides information, news, services and many other topics associated with Christian views.

Damascus Road Anti-Racism Process - The team leads congregations and related organizations in the dismantling of systematic racism and seeking racial reconciliation through biblical principles.

Davey and Goliath - The official web site of Davey and Goliath. View video clips, read about the history of Davey and Goliath, print off coloring pages and more.

FamilyStyle Movie Guide - A site to find out about the content of movies playing in theatres and on video. Each movie/video is rated by categories such as language, sexual content, etc.

The Fisher's Net - An e-learning group that delivers online courses and Web-based resources to theological learners. Provided by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) seminaries, Augsburg Fortress Publishers, and Thrivent Financial for Lutherans, the Fisher's Net offers resources such as The Bible Tutor, a Web-based program that helps people master basic content of the Bible through independent study and ATLAS, a searchable database of major religion and theology journals. It also gives technical support and training to educational providers. These services are provided for a fee.

Heifer Project International - Rooted in the Christian Tradition, Heifer Project International works for the dignity and well being of all people. With more than 50 years experience, Heifer has a proven approach to helping people obtain a sustainable source of food and income by providing farm animals to families around the world. Heifer animals (and training in their care) offer hungry families around the world a way to feed themselves and become self-reliant. Children receive nutritious milk or eggs; families earn income for school, health care and better housing; communities go beyond meeting immediate needs to fulfilling dreams. Farmers learn sustainable, environmentally sound agricultural techniques. This website explains the mission of Heifer Project International and offers opportunities for support by congregations and individuals.

International Spring Festival - An organization that celebrates cultural diversity in the community whereby people from different backgrounds can meet in one setting. The festival promotes cultural understanding, encourages tolerance and chisels away at prejudice.

Liberty Lutheran Services - Part of the Lutheran Social Ministry outreach in Southeastern Pennsylvania, the three Organizations that make up Liberty Lutheran Services include Artman Home, Lutheran Children and Family Services, and Paul's Run. These agencies have come together to build caring communities of people to provide a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of people of all ages. The website provides information about all three agencies.

Lutheran Advocacy Ministry in PA - A Pennsylvania group that is an advocate on behalf of those who are denied justice, dignity, reconciliation, peace, access to basic human rights, and who lack adequate representation in public policy. The site provides such items as updates to new information, advocacy resources, and upcoming events.

Lutheran Children and Family Services - An affiliate to Liberty Lutheran Services, this organization provides services to children and families that are in need. This is accomplished through culturally competent ministries of care, nurturing, shelter, advocacy, and counseling that includes foster care, adoption, family preservation, education, resettlement, housing, and job development. The site describes these offerings and identifies partners who they have relationships to help them.

Lutherans Concerned/North America - A group that stands as a community of faith modeling the gospel with the church and within the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered communities. The site identifies local chapters, news and events, the Reconciling in Christ (RIC) program, and resources.

Lutheran Office for Government Affairs - A website that provides legislative information that the ELCA has involvement and provides their viewpoint. There is a special resources section, and event & activity information.

Lutheran Theological Seminary - LTSP is learning and worshipping community of teachers and students centered in the Gospel of the crucified and risen Christ, firmly committed to Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions, with an intentional openness to enrichment from other traditions. The site provides information of the seminary, academics, and degree programs. The site also offers resources for congregational ministry.

Lutheran Website for Seekers - An ELCA program that provides guidance to those who are in need. The site has a 7-step program that helps people through life. The program contains stories about faith & God, daily devotions & Bible readings, prayer ventures, a calendar for children, a teens section, how to volunteer, FAQs, etc.

Lutheran World Federation - A global communion of Christian churches in the Lutheran tradition. The LWF acts on behalf of its member churches in areas of common interest such as theology, humanitatian assistance, human rights, communication, and mission & development work. The site provides publications, news, and other information.

Lutheran World Relief - Lutheran World Relief works in overseas development and relief on behalf of the Lutherans in The USA. LWR shares aid on the basis of need now, and forges long-term partnerships for the road ahead. Poor communities and refugees receive assistance from LWR as they work to secure: Water, food - for today and next year; Health care, clothing, shelter, and warmth; Literacy, education, skills training; Strong, representative community organizations; Full participation of women; A voice for the poor. This site provides information about the ministries of LWR and how congregations and individuals can participate.

Provident Bookstores - A site that serves those who are looking for products and services that provide healing and wholeness to the world, support the work of the church, and witness Jesus Christ.

The Lutheran Magazine - A site that explores Christian faith through stories that educate, inspire, and nurture. There are study guides for group discussion, youth group connections, and articles about current events.

The Stewardship of Life Institute - an ELCA-affiliated nonprofit devoted to teaching, inspiring, equipping and challenging Lutherans to live out stewardship as more than just financial support of the church. The site, designed for clergy and lay church members, offers resources to help with some of the practical aspects of congregational stewardship, but focuses on the spiritual-development and discipleship dimensions of stewardship.

Veggie Tales - A children's video series that teaches timeless values like honesty, kindness, and forgiveness in a delightfully wacky way. This web site is for children and provides games, stories, songs, activities associated with the popular Veggie Tale characters.