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Jesus knew the
power of possessions to enthrall. That's why
he opens his sermon with "Blessed are the
poor in spirit." How do we live without
being possessed by our possessions?
With Open Hands
Patricia Lull
Thankful living is open–handed living.
With God's grace, we see others differently
and become open–handed and generous.
Lutheran
Volunteer Corps Learning to Make a
Difference
Stephanie Jurss
The challenges of spending a year as a
volunteer with the LVC are life–changing.
Women of the ELCA in Germany
Reformation
and Hope
Audrey Novak Riley and Deb Bogaert
A "Bold Women of the Reformation"
tour in April was part of our 20th
anniversary celebration.
Are You Living in CHAOS?
Susan Greeley
We can't find balance in our lives
until we have a healthy relationship with
our "stuff."
A Poor Man's Wealth
Bryan M. Cones
Francis of
Assisi is most known for his vow of poverty
and his love of animals. We observe his
feast day on October 4.
Voices
Just Pavement
Kate Sprutta
Elliott
Give Us This Day
All in the Family
Marj Leegard
Calendar Notes
October
Audrey Novak Riley
Let Us Pray
Freeing Up Space
Debra K. Farrington
Health Wise
The Body at War with Itself
Molly M. Ginty
Bible Study
Blessed to Follow: The Beatitudes as
a Compass for Discipleship
Martha E. Stortz
Session 2: Poor in Spirit, Rich in
Blessing
Poverty does not seem like much of a
blessing, yet the promise of the "kingdom of
heaven" describes a reversal of earthly
fortunes.
We Recommend
Resources for action, advocacy,
programs, or further study.
Grace Notes
Prayer and Grace
Linda Post Bushkofsky
Amen!
Stuff Breeds Stuff
Catherine Malotky
Book Review
My Name is Child of God...Not "Those
People": A First–Person Look at Poverty.
Reviewed by Kate Steilen
Women of the ELCA
Thanking God for 20 Years
As we observe the 20th anniversary of
the organization, we have an extra prayer to
offer — for our ministry to continue as long
as God can use us.
Emily Hansen
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