ELCA NEWS SERVICE January 13, 2010 Presiding Bishop Details ELCA Response to Haiti Earthquake 10-013-JB CHICAGO (ELCA) -- The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) is responding to the earthquake in Haiti through the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), wrote the Rev. Mark S. Hanson, ELCA presiding bishop, in a Jan. 13 letter to members. Hanson, who is also president of the LWF, noted that the ELCA has committed substantial funds to support relief efforts, and encouraged members to share information and provide financial gifts. More: http://www.elca.org/News/Releases.asp?a=4392 For information contact: John Brooks, Director (773) 380-2958 or [log in to unmask] http://www.elca.org/news