This week an ELCA member from Denver asked Living Lutheran why so many church buildings have the same architectural elements and furnishings, such as tall peaked roofs, steeples, stained-glass windows, altars and pews in rows. Be sure to see how an ELCA synod bishop and pastor responded to that question in our Ask a Pastor section. In the meantime, enjoy these photos of ELCA church buildings from across the country.

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