Contents News 8 Church Council approves genetics proposal
10 ELCA stands with those affected by storms 12 Holden event targets issues on Haiti
14 A plain card for Father’s Day
Cover story Features
26 Study guide 20 What are the trends to watch?
20 10 trends to watch Churchgoers will want to take note and keep up
JUNE 2011 VOLUME 24 NUMBER 6
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16 Teaching teens about money Iowa pastor believes it’s the church’s job
18 A miracle in Kansas Dwelling in the word, then in the kitchen
28 Between us: Falling into faith
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34 Lutherans restoring creation 38 ELCA publications win press association awards
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3 A Lutheran Christian life for today
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