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“Doesn’t Matter If You’re Straight or Gay”

6/8/2012

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“Doesn’t Matter If You’re Straight or Gay.”

So says a song played at the ELCA’s 2012 Youth Ministry Network Extravaganza in New Orleans, Louisiana.  The Extravaganza is “. . .the annual gathering of adults (professional and volunteers) who work with children and youth in ELCA congregations around the country.” (see here)

This performance was recorded on video and placed on youtube by the “ELCA Youth Ministry Network,” which makes me think they are happy with this portrayal of the denomination, a song that encourages people to live in sin. (What about repentance ELCA leaders?)

The song is called “Party in the ELCA” (it is a parody of a Miley Cyrus song “Party in the USA.”)


The chorus goes:
"We don’t put our hands up when we’re singing to God…
Traditional is how we praise
Nodding our head? No way!
Stand and sit on repeat all day!
We’re coming as we are (sinners and saints)
Doesn’t matter if you’re straight or gay
YEAH! It’s a party in the ELCA!
YEAH! It’s a party in the ELCA!"
(read here)

In the comments section of a different video of the song, (see here) someone who claims to be the singer in this video says that he will be recording this song with another singer who goes by the name, Agape. (see Agape collaborate on "Party in the ELCA" here, at the 3 min. mark)

What makes that of interest is that Agape is scheduled to perform at the 2012 ELCA Youth Gathering. (see here) I wonder if this song will make an appearance there?  After all, they are already singing it for a gathering of the ELCA youth's leaders.

Also during a difference performance of the song and we find out “that the bishop of the ELCA is in the house.”
(see here)

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Environment, Climate Change and Going Green in the ELCA

5/22/2012

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The ELCA seems to love doing anything and everything that is not evangelism and sharing the good news of salvation in Christ with those who desperately need to hear.  The ELCA's leaders do what they think is of utmost importance and mostly disregard what Jesus commanded them to do, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” - Matthew 28:29-30

Here are three examples of how the ELCA is “majoring in the minors” of environmentalism and climate change:

  1. Last month, a letter entitled, “A Statement by Religious Leaders in Iowa on Global Climate Change” was published and was signed by two synodical bishops of the ELCA.
    The letter starts off saying, “Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges facing our world today . . .” and later states, “As people of faith, we are called to take responsible precautionary action to limit global climate change to the fullest extent possible and to prepare now for the climate impacts that are unavoidable. “  (see here)

  2. Also happening last month, “GreenFaith and Lutherans Restoring Creation (LRC) announced a collaboration to enroll Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) congregations nationwide in the GreenFaith Certification Program.”
    “The GreenFaith Certification Program requires participating churches to ‘green’ their buildings and grounds, develop relationships with environmental justice advocacy organizations and interfaith partners, and to integrate creation care into education and worship.” (see here)
    "Lutherans Restoring Creation (LRC) is a grassroots movement promoting care for creation in the life and mission of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).  . .”

  3. Below are a couple of videos along with information about a 2009 “Climate Action Festival” held at the ELCA’s Lutheran Theological Seminary at Gettysburg (see here) and a 2010 "Earthfest" held at the ELCA's Gettysburg College.

“And know that Mother Earth, our great and good planet, will appreciate your interest.  Please be there!”
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He's Alive

4/7/2012

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The Jewish Jesus: Lamb of God

4/5/2012

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Jesus: His Birth and Life Foretold

12/24/2011

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_A simple video, yet a profound message.  Merry Christmas from Exposing the ELCA!

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The ELCA and goddess worship

12/12/2011

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New video by Exposing the ELCA

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2011 ELCA Churchwide Assembly

8/20/2011

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The 2011 ELCA Churchwide Assembly is now over.  No doubt reports will be coming out about the happenings.  Here is the ELCA’s summery of what took place (click here)

A few items which I find interesting:
- An Islamic leader spoke to the assembly and received three standing ovations.
- The assembly passed a resolution which calls for congregations to protest against immigration laws like those in Arizona and Alabama.  (read here)
- Veiled comments were spoken and a memorial was approved which is founded in anti-Semitism.
- The genetics social statement was adopted.
- My understanding is that the assembly did vote in regards to proposed changes for congregations who want to leave the ELCA, it may have been brought forward in conjunction with other motions which I have not yet uncovered.
- Many words were spoken which professed overwhelming pride for and the greatness of the ELCA.
 
So in honor of the self-promoting and self-love which was so evident at the 2011 Churchwide Assembly, I give to you a video made at an ELCA National Youth Gathering:

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World Council of Churches, the Gospel and Israel

7/29/2011

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“I believe the World Council of Churches has distinguished itself as one of the greatest tools used by Satan to water down, confuse and dilute the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ to a dying world.” -  Hal Lindsey

Please check out this video about the World Council of Churches (which the ELCA is a member of), Christians against Israel and interpretation of scripture.

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Pastor Discusses ELCA Homosexual Decision Part Two

7/15/2011

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Pastor Discusses ELCA Homosexuality Decision

7/9/2011

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The Real Jesus

5/4/2011

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Is the ELCA following the Real Jesus?
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Run

4/28/2011

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Some of what is said speaks directly to the ways of the ELCA.

We need to tell people to run!

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Resurrection

4/24/2011

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Resurrection
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Good Friday

4/22/2011

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The ELCA's Anti-Israeli Position

3/31/2011

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You may like Glenn Beck or you may not, but he hits the nail on the head in this video segment.  Please check it out and forward the video on to all your friends; the ELCA is part of the problem of which he speaks.
It gives me no pleasure to say, but the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America has taken the side of those that are against truth and against Israel.  The ELCA has chosen the path of hate.  They are part of this evil that Mr. Beck so clearly points out. 

The ELCA has sided against Israel continually (see here). Our denomination is actively seeking a boycott of Israeli goods and of USA companies which do business with Israel. (see here) One of the leading theologians in the Lutheran church, Carl Braaten said the ELCA is anti-Semitic. (read here) The ELCA calls Israel “occupiers.”  They use all kinds of bias rhetoric against Israel.  The ELCA condemns Israel at every turn, yet they say nothing about the atrocities committed against the Jews.  The ELCA website even says that Christians who support Israel are following heresy and these Christians “are actually anti-Semitic.”  (see here)

David Housholder, former ELCA pastor and current blogger on an official ELCA website, just recently wrote questioning whether the people in Israel are really Biblical Jews.  Later he says “(t)he Bible is ambiguous as to whether Israel is a physical or a spiritual nation.”  (see here and here)

So why is our denomination taking the opinions and talking points put out by anti-Semitic terrorists as its own?  The ELCA is taking it in and regurgitating this anti-Semitic propaganda.  Its wrong! Stand up to it, denounce it and reject it.

In a time when hate towards Israel grows every day, we need to stand for the truth.  I agree with Mr. Beck.  I will stand with Israel.

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