Case Studies on ELCA Social Statements, Part Two

For Personal Reflection and Group Discussion

Abstract

This entry consists of an introduction and case studies on five additional ELCA social statements (see the April issue of Currents for case studies on five other social statements), which include "Human Sexuality: Gift and Trust" (2009), "Caring for Health: Our Shared Endeavor" (2003), "Sufficient, Sustainable Livelihood for All: A Social Statement on Economic Live" (1999), "Freed in Christ: Race, Ethnicity, and Culture" (1993), and "Abortion" (1991). Case studies encourage participants to reflect on the issues presented in each social statement, applying the statement to their own lives and that of their congregations.