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Remove Bishop Megan Rohrer? Follow the Pattern, Follow the Money
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:32 pm By Leah D. Schade
As ELCA weighs whether to remove Bishop Megan Rohrer, court documents reveal problems began long before ordeal with Rev. Rabell-González. Read more
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Bishop Rohrer and Rev. Rabell-González: The ELCA’s Double, Triple Standard
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:33 pm By Leah D. Schade
ELCA Presiding Bishop convenes “listening panel” to review actions of Bishop Megan Rohrer. But a double -- and triple -- standard is at work. Read more
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Undo the Folded Lie: A Prayer for Preachers
Last updated on: March 8, 2022 at 11:01 am By Leah D. Schade
This prayer for preachers is based on a line from a W.H. Auden poem. "All I have is a voice to undo the folded lie." Read more
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Stars and Baby Chicks: God’s Promises in Genesis 15 and Luke 13
Last updated on: February 19, 2023 at 4:51 pm By Leah D. Schade
From the vastness of the cosmos to the tiny, vulnerable chicks, God’s promises both assure and challenge us. Insights on Genesis 15 and Luke 13. Read more
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Resisting Malignant Power: What the Temptation of Jesus Teaches Us
Last updated on: March 3, 2022 at 1:29 pm By Leah D. Schade
The story of the Temptation of Jesus in Luke 4:1-15 equips us for resisting malignant power and tyranny. Read more
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Accusations and Racist False Flags: Rev. Nelson’s Saga is not Unique
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:34 pm By Leah D. Schade
It’s important to understand the saga of Rev. Nelson Rabell-González in the context of racist false flags that play on white fear. Read more
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Sierra Pacific Synod Attacks Rev. Nelson – and Indicts Itself
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:35 pm By Leah D. Schade
The Sierra Pacific Synod issued a statement maligning Rev. Nelson. But if we apply basic logic, we see just how self-incriminating it is. Read more
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Beware of Wolves in Shepherds’ Clothing — Jeremiah 23:1-4
Last updated on: February 15, 2022 at 10:26 am By Leah D. Schade
Beware of Wolves in Shepherds’ Clothing is a sermon I preached to ministry students in the ELCA. Let those who have ears hear. Read more
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6 Reasons Why Rev. Nelson Rabell-González was Denied Due Process
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:36 pm By Leah D. Schade
Rev. Nelson Rabell-González was denied due process when he was removed from the roster of the ELCA. Here are 6 reasons why. Read more
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Rev. Nelson Removed from ELCA Rostered Ministry. Now What?
Last updated on: March 3, 2023 at 10:37 pm By Leah D. Schade
Why was Rev. Nelson removed from the ELCA’s rostered ministry? And what are next steps in the fight for justice? You can help! Read more
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