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Our Mission:
Supporting lifelong faith formation
in the home and congregation.
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From the President's Desk
Dear Friends,
Once again, we are pivoting. Many of us are in the midst of re-opening our church buildings, figuring out VBS, and wondering what the fall holds. Now, separated by physical distance from our Sunday School classes, Adult Forums, Bible Study and face-to-face communication, we plunge into conversations about George Floyd, Black Lives Matter and racism.
I have struggled with what to write. What right do I have to speak on behalf of people of color?
I am privileged, I have lived in 6 different states, traveled to Cuba, Denmark and Germany. I was blessed to be raised believing that all people are God's children, despite living in a community that, in 1986, had the largest teen KKK chapter in the nation. I have listened to the stories of my friends. I have studied. I have read. And still I am privileged.
I also have a call. You have a call.
Read Pastor Juli's full letter
here.
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Resources for Ministry:
Talking About Race and Racism
A Christian educator, Christine Hides, outlines resources that begin the conversation and continue the conversation on racism in her article,
Talking About Race and Racism with Children.
Her writing also references other resources suitable for children.
An article from Living Lutheran,
focuses on the ongoing journey of conversations about racism and offers a Lutheran perspective.
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The CENetwork's
website has many additional resources, including visual materials in various formats, background readings, and additional ideas for activities and events.
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Good Reads
Title: Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do
Author: Jennifer L. Eberhardt
From one of the world's leading experts on unconscious racial bias come stories, science, and strategies to address one of the central controversies of our time.
How do we talk about bias? How do we address racial disparities and inequities? What role do our institutions play in creating, maintaining, and magnifying those inequities? What role do we play?
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How You Can Support the Christian Education Network
You can become a member or make a one-time donation via PayPal on our
website; or, y
ou can purchase from AmazonSmile
and designate The Christian Education Network as your charity. We receive a percentage of the proceeds!
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PRAYER PAUSE
O God,
You created all people in your image.
We thank you for the astonishing variety
of races and cultures in this world.
Enrich our lives by ever-widening circles of friendship,
and show us your presence
in those who differ most from us, until our knowledge of your love is made perfect
in our love for all your children.
Amen.
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The CENetwork is on Pinterest! Check out our newest boards for Coronavirus, race and racism, and intergenerational ministry.resources.
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Contact Us
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CENetwork of the ELCA
P.O. Box 9304
Rochester, MN 55903
Phone messages may be left at
(507) 721-0057
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Christian Education
Network of the ELCA
Vision Statement
Building a community which equips, encourages, and empowers those engaged in lifelong faith formation in a changing world.
The CENetwork will:
- Identify and evaluate resources and educational opportunities
- Facilitate communication and conversation
- Offer guidance, networking and mutual support
- Nurture spiritual growth online and face to face
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