My Vocation Story
Dwight DuBois, an ELCA pastor, explores his vocation as a woodworker
The Story of Hal
Greg Kaufmann, member of the Life of Faith Leadership team, tells the story of Hal, living out his baptismal vocation, by caring for his wife in hospice.
“What Does My Faith In Jesus Mean to Me?”
A confirmation statement of faith by Parker Kaufman.
Communal Discernment
In this 6-minute video, Pastor Myron Hertzberg describes the communal discernment process his congregation uses to make space for the Spirit when key decisions need to be made. The two supporting documents for leaders who wish to use this process are a leader’s guide and a handout.
Our Calling with Family and Friends
Empowering constituants to speak to how their faith connects with family and friends. Using occasional interview sermons from Westwood Lutheran Church in St. Louis Park, MN
Our Vocation with Aging Parents
Empowering constituants to speak to how their faith connects with their life as care givers to their aging parents. Using occasional interview sermons by Westwood Lutheran Church in St. Louis Park, MN
Our Callings at Work
Empowering constituants to speak to how their faith connects with their life in the workplace. Occasional interview sermons by Westwood Lutheran Church in St. Louis Park, MN
Highlightes – Value of the Movement
Participants and leaders in Round 1 of the Life of Faith Holy Innovations project reflect on what they’ve learned and what has changed at the mid-point of the project. This is a highlights reel from a 70 minute Zoom meeting with about 25 congregational leaders in Round 1
Life Changes
This recording of a panel discussion between Pastor Jason Van Hunnik and five members of Westwood Lutheran Church explores how their understanding of being called to serve our neighbors in the everyday activities of our lives has changed over the course of the congregation’s multi-year emphasis on call and vocation. 10 minute excerpt video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZpUmyk4t_VwSey92FLlWc0hsF5395JG4/view?usp=share_link
Alternative to Two-minute Conversation Starter with Wrap-up
This alternative version of the Two-minute Conversation Starter video can be used in situations (e.g., as part of a sermon) where you are not following the video with small group discussion; it adds an 8-second wrap-up about our various vocations.