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2023-03-03T22:16:39-04:00

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Rohrer Resigned; Justice for Rev. Nelson Rabell González Still Needed

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:16 pm By Leah D. Schade

Rev. Dr. Megan Rohrer resigned as Bishop. How did we get here? And where do things stand for Rev. Nelson Rabell González and his congregation? Read more

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2023-03-03T22:17:32-04:00

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Bishop Rohrer Threatened Latina Child, ‘Racist Verbal Assault’: ELCA Listening Team Report

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:17 pm By Leah D. Schade

The ELCA's Listening Team Report gives plenty of evidence that Bishop Eaton needed to bring disciplinary charges against Bishop Rohrer. Read more

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2023-02-19T16:45:38-04:00

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Pentecost & the Divine Purpose of Diversity: Genesis 11, Acts 2

Last updated on: February 19, 2023 at 4:45 pm By Leah D. Schade

Pentecost shows us that God loves diversity! So we should cultivate and celebrate diversity in nature and people! Read more

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2023-03-03T22:18:28-04:00

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The ELCA’s Whiteness Protection Program: Bishop Eaton and Bishop Rohrer

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:18 pm By Leah D. Schade

Bishop Eaton refuses to bring disciplinary charges against Bishop Rohrer. Welcome to the ELCA's Whiteness Protection Program. Read more

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2023-02-19T16:47:05-04:00

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Justice for Creation is Justice for People: Psalm 97

Last updated on: February 19, 2023 at 4:47 pm By Leah D. Schade

Ideas for reading and preaching Psalm 97 with an eye toward environmental justice and human rights, especially in a time of war. Read more

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2023-03-03T22:19:19-04:00

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Bishop William Gohl: Bishop Megan Rohrer’s Actions Warrant Discipline, Removal

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:19 pm By Leah D. Schade

If ELCA Presiding Bishop Eaton fails to act, Bishop William Gohl will join Latiné bishops calling for discipline & removal of Bishop Rohrer. Read more

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2023-03-03T22:20:14-04:00

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Bishop Megan Rohrer Doubles Down on Abuse of Power with “Wellness Checks”

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:20 pm By Leah D. Schade

With their plan for clergy "wellness checks," Bishop Rohrer continues to double down on their abuse of power. Read more

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2023-02-19T16:48:22-04:00

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A New Heaven and a New Earth? Revelation 21:1-6

Last updated on: February 19, 2023 at 4:48 pm By Leah D. Schade

Ideas for reading and preaching about “a new heaven and earth” in Revelation 21:1-6 using an ethic of environmental justice. Read more

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2023-03-03T22:31:25-04:00

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The Corporate Captivity of the ELCA

Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:31 pm By Leah D. Schade

Martin Luther critiqued the powers of his time in The Babylonian Captivity of the Church. Today, it's the Corporate Captivity of the ELCA. Read more

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2023-02-19T16:49:49-04:00

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Maundy Thursday and Passover: A Holy Eco-Connection

Last updated on: February 19, 2023 at 4:49 pm By Leah D. Schade

Here are ideas for reading and preaching Exodus 12:1-14 connecting Maundy Thursday and Passover from an ecological perspective. Read more

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