Let Us be a Sign to You: The Contributions of Lutheran Members of Arab and Middle Eastern Heritage to the ELCA

As part of the National Arab American Heritage Month, you are invited to an educational zoom presentation on Thursday April 22nd, 2021, 6 – 7 PM CDT,

Let Us be a Sign to You:

The Contributions of Lutheran Members

of Arab and Middle Eastern Heritage to the ELCA

The webinar will be presented by members of the ELCA’s

Association of Lutherans of Arab and Middle Eastern Heritage -- ALAMEH

(“Alameh” means “Sign” in Arabic)

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Agenda:

Introduction
Devotion based on Ezekiel 24:27 “You shall speak and no longer be silent. / In this way you shall be a sign to them; / and they shall know that I am the Lord.”
Identity as a Christian in Arab/Middle East Communities
Presentation on Hospitality, Welcome and Support of Arab & Middle Eastern Members
On-the-ground working relationships with Muslim and Jewish communities
Q&A
Closing Reflection & Prayer

Sunday Small Bytes: Pandemic screen time: a mixed blessing for children and youth