Author: Aubrey Thonvold

A New RIC Community: Bay Lake Island Camp (Deerwood, MN)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Bay Lake Island Camp (Deerwood, MN). Their welcome statement reads: “ALL ARE WELCOME! NO EXCEPTIONS! Through all that is loving, graceful, and kind, Bay Lake Island Camp is: An inviting place, welcoming all people to participate in the life and wellness of the whole world […]

A New RIC Community: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter (Baltimore, MD)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: The Church of the Nativity and Holy Comforter (Baltimore, MD). Their welcome statement reads: “We are a diverse and non-judgmental community, grounded in the unconditional love of God. We live out our faith by serving our neighbors and partnering with others to change the world. […]

A New RIC Community: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (Rochester, MN)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church (Rochester, MN). Their welcome statement reads: “At Gloria Dei, all people are welcome without distinction. We believe the invitation of Jesus was radical and all-inclusive, and we want to be the kind of community that says and does the things Jesus […]

A New RIC Community: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (Rockville Centre, NY)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (Rockville Centre, NY). Their welcome statement reads: “As members of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Rockville Centre affirm that we are followers of Jesus Christ and the message of the Gospels which call us to an always deepening relationship with God […]

A New RIC Community: Jacksonville Campus Ministry (Jacksonville, FL)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Jacksonville Campus Ministry (Jacksonville, FL). Their welcome statement reads: “Jacksonville Campus Ministry welcomes all who are seeking God’s love and grace. We welcome all because God welcomes all, regardless of race or culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or relationship status. We welcome all […]

A New RIC Community: United Campus Ministry at MSU Billings (Billings, MT)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: United Campus Ministry at MSU Billings (Billings, MT). Their welcome statement reads: “We believe that diversity of class, race, ethnicity, ability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression are gifts of God, to be celebrated and fully included in the life, ministry, and work of […]

A New RIC Community: Concordia Lutheran Church (Concord, NE)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Concordia Lutheran Church (Concord, NE). Their welcome statement reads: “Concordia Lutheran commits to being a Reconciling in Christ congregation. We welcome all who seek God’s love and grace. We welcome all because God welcomes all, regardless of race or culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, or […]

A New RIC Community: Christ the King Lutheran Church (Haltom City, TX)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Christ the King Lutheran Church (Haltom City, TX). Their welcome statement reads: “Society shows us that people are labeled, classified, and excluded. Jesus taught us another way: Inclusion Regardless of any distinctions society puts on you because of your race, abilities, family status, personal history, […]

A New RIC Community: Bethany Lutheran Church (Olean, NY)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Bethany Lutheran Church (Olean, NY). Their welcome statement reads: “Bethany recognizes that each of us is a unique creation made in the image of God. We celebrate and give thanks for the many diverse gifts that God has bestowed on us. We proclaim ourselves to […]

A New RIC Community: Immanuel Lutheran Church (Eau Claire, WI)

Help ReconcilingWorks welcome the newest Reconciling in Christ (RIC) community: Immanuel Lutheran Church (Eau Claire, WI). Their welcome statement reads: “Here at Immanuel, we live in God’s unending grace by striving to be a “Church Without Walls,” extending our witness into the community and welcoming all. We recognize that every person has a valuable story […]