[1] For those interested in learning more about the original Council of Nicaea and the Nicene Creed, the ELCA has created a study guide for congregations. This can be found here.
[2] In addition, in July 2024, the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) and the Orthodox Church signed a joint statement agreeing to use the original Greek of the Nicene Creed (or a vernacular translation of this Greek). This means that Lutherans around the world now can choose to recite the Nicene Creed as it was originally penned in unity with our Eastern Orthodox siblings, showing our common confession of faith and unity between our communities. Those interested in studying this in their congregation can find a helpful study guide here.
[3] For those looking for a short explanation of what is at stake in the decision to use the original Greek, Women of the ELCA created a short blog on this topic: What the filioque? Creeds and Community – Women of the ELCA.
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How does the Nicene Creed continue to promote unity among Christians?
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What other avenues are there available for Christians to find new occasions for unity, as we recently did in the joint statement on the Filioque?
