Ministry

Ministries of the ELCA

Our journeys in life often look very different on the surface; age, ethnicity, social status and geography define our life experiences, in many ways. The ELCA invites all people to share in ministry — and there are many different ways to live our faith.

Find out about how our ministries reach various groups across the country and around the world.

Women of the ELCA
Women of the ELCA
For over 20 years, this network of thousands of women has made a difference in the world -- because of the difference God has made in their lives.

Youth Ministries
Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Never mind what you want to be “when you grow up.” Join the young members of the ELCA and be something now!
Campus Ministry Young Adult Ministry 
Outdoor Ministry Youth Ministry

Multicultural Ministries
Multicultural Ministries
Providing counsel, advice and assistance to congregations that wish to grow in diversity, multicultural ministries welcomes all of God’s children into the ELCA.

ELCA Partners
ELCA Partners
The ELCA can’t do it alone -- learn about our network of inter-Lutheran, ecumenical and interfaith partner agencies and organizations that help us share God’s love.

2008 "Coming of Age" Lutheran Men's Gathering

"Coming of age" takes at least two meanings for Lutheran Men in Mission (LMM). At 20 years of age LMM is ready to step out on its own, celebrating a new relationship with the ELCA. It's also giving special emphasis to the spirituality of men aged 18 to 34 at its 2008 gathering this summer in Omaha, Neb. Featured speakers include Tom Osborne, athletic director, University of Nebraska, Lincoln. More