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The Body of Christ and Mental Illness

WebLutherans concerned about suicidal behavior and its roots of mental illness, drug abuse and alcoholism are strongly encouraged to coalesce around and seize a unique opportunity. …

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Health and Wellness

WebHealth and Wellness. Physical and mental health is an essential component of a Christian vocation and is God's intention for every human being. It is vital to our well-being and …

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ELCA Studies the Health and Wellness of its Ministers

WebCHICAGO (ELCA) -- Stress, weight, nutrition, high blood pressure and heart disease are "areas of concern to address" among the pastors and lay leaders -- associates in …

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Caring for Health: Our Shared Endeavor

Web36 Lutheran Woman Today it concludes, “…health care is the kind of good most appropriately given on the basis of need. The statement holds that the ideal system of …

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A Call to Action: Health as a Shared Endeavor

Web[1] This social statement begins the public conversation within the ELCA on health and health care. If we take this statement seriously, we will be agents of change. The impact of this statement depends on the action of individual members, congregations, and institutions of the church toward improving health within their spheres of influence.

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Caring for Health: Our Shared Endeavor

Weba vision of a health care system that is based on understanding health, illness, healing, and health care within a coherent set of services;1. equitable access for all people to basic …

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A social message on … The Body of Christ and Mental Illness

WebA social message on health care systems and social ministry organizations, specialized ministries such as pastoral counseling, and chaplaincy.

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Caring For Health: Our Shared Endeavor: A Review

WebThe annual cost of providing health and human services was $7.6 billion, up from $6.9 billion in 1999. In other words, the cost to serve continues to escalate exponentially. [6] We are all in this sinking health care boat together, consumers and providers alike. It is imperative that we advocate together, on the same page, with sensitivity to

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Meet the Building Resilient Communities Team

WebThis is Christ’s church. There is a place for you here. We are the church that shares a living, daring confidence in God’s grace. Liberated by our faith, we embrace you as a whole …

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World Health Day

WebWorld Health Day, sponsored by the World Health Organization, is an opportunity to raise awareness of global health issues. It is celebrated every April 7.

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Global Health Security

WebThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define “global health security” as a state in which public health systems are resilient enough to prevent, detect and respond …

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Stock a health clinic for a week

WebStock a health clinic for a week. $ 75. Just one week of supplies can help treat hundreds of people. Diagnostic tests, antibiotics and treatments — for everything from COVID-19 to …

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Risk Management, Loss Prevention and Insurance

WebDirector-Risk Management. Office of the Secretary. Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. 8765 W. Higgins Road. Chicago, Illinois 60631. Telephone: 800-638-3522 ext. …

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“Caring for Health: Our Shared Endeavor” Social Statement …

WebIn 2003 the statement called for reform of the U.S. health care system: “The United States does not currently have a health care system that is capable of care for all

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Index of the May 2024 Issue

WebA bimonthly e-newsletter for ELCA congregational and synodical leaders. It addresses common, practical issues including finance, governance, risk management, tax, legal …

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February 4, 2024-Healing Touch

WebThat evening, just as the Sabbath is ending, virtually the whole town turns up at the door. They bring to Jesus all who are sick and oppressed by evil spirits. And, as in the …

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ELCA and Portico Announce Changes to ELCA Medicare-Primary …

WebIn response to the ever-changing health care landscape, the ELCA and Portico have worked together to design changes to ELCA Medicare-Primary health benefits that will …

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Preparing for Disaster A Guide for Lutheran Congregations

WebPage 5 _____ Preparing for Disaster Lutheran Disaster Response LDR and Your Congregation’s Preparation

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Developmental Disabilities Resources for Congregations

WebThe Autism and Faith Task Force, New Jersey. A collaborative product of The Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, The Center on Services for the Autism …

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Worship in Times of Public Health Concerns: COVID …

WebWorship in Times of Public Health Concerns: COVID-19/Coronavirus. When anxiety is high in our culture, worship continues to be a primary location for the proclamation both of the …

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