Walking Together Into Courageous Love
2025 Synod Assembly!
The Wild Web!
A series highlighting stories from across the wild web of relationships and ministries that make up the Oregon Synod. Each issue shares examples of how Christ’s love is being embodied in ministries just like yours. We are excited to highlight the amazing life emerging across Oregon Synod congregations, ministries, & relationships! Check it out.
Read Bishop Laurie’s recent news posts
Loving Our Transgender Siblings
As followers of Jesus, we affirm every person’s inherent dignity and worth. We recognize that each individual is fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God. This truth is reflected in the vast diversity of human experience and expression, including the ways people understand and live out their gender.
Walking With Our Immigrant Neighbors
Statement on immigration signed by the six bishops of ELCA Region 1
Created to be!
Bishop Laurie reflects on the ELCA 2024 Youth Gathering in New Orleans
Bishop’s Office Hours
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