Bishop-elect Larry Kochendorfer writes to the church following escalation of violence in Gaza City,
urging continued advocacy and prayer

~ from the September 24, 2025 issue of ELCIC News

ELCIC National Bishop-elect Larry Kochendorfer has written to the church expressing deep concerns over the escalating military operations in Gaza and the immense suffering being faced by civilians in Palestine and Israel.  He joins the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) in calling for an urgent global action, and encourages members of the ELCIC to advocate for peace, an end to violence, and protection for human life.

Download the letter here.  The links in the letter follow: