Resources

ELCA Worship Page The official hub for worship in the ELCA. It explains the Lutheran understanding of worship and provides links to key resources, including the lectionary.
Revised Common Lectionary (Vanderbilt Divinity Library) This is the standard, ecumenical three-year cycle of scripture readings used by the ELCA. It provides the Sunday and festival readings for the entire church year.
Augsburg Fortress The publishing house of the ELCA. This is the primary source for purchasing official worship materials like Evangelical Lutheran Worship (ELW), Sundays and Seasons (a comprehensive worship planning resource), and church bulletins.

Augsburg Fortress Beyond worship materials, this is the place to find books on Lutheran theology, Bible study, leadership, and social issues written from an ELCA perspective.
ELCA Resource Catalog A storefront for a variety of free and low-cost brochures, Bible studies, and promotional materials produced by the churchwide organization on topics like stewardship and social justice.

Find Your Synod The ELCA is organized into 65 regional synods. Your synod's website is the best place to find information about local events, training opportunities (including lay ministry programs), and connections with other leaders in your area.
ELCA Leadership Page Provides information and resources for various forms of leadership within the church, including specialized pastoral care and continuing education.

ELCA Daily Bible Readings The daily lectionary readings that complement the Sunday worship cycle, perfect for personal devotion and study.
God Pause Devotions (Luther Seminary) A free, daily email devotion written by alumni of Luther Seminary. It is based on the daily lectionary readings and provides a short, insightful reflection and prayer.

Working Preacher An indispensable, free resource from Luther Seminary. It provides theological commentary, podcasts, and articles on the upcoming Sunday lectionary texts to aid in sermon preparation and Bible study.
Enter the Bible Another excellent, free resource from Luther Seminary. It offers summaries, outlines, and background information for every book of the Bible, helping you understand the context of scripture.

ELCA Specialized Pastoral Care While focused on ordained chaplains, this page offers insight into the church's approach to care in various settings (hospitals, prisons, etc.) and the importance of specialized training.
Fortress Press The academic imprint of Augsburg Fortress. Search here for books on pastoral care, counseling, and Christian ethics that are used in seminary classrooms and are valuable for lay leaders seeking deeper knowledge.