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Addiction Ministry 101: Four-Part Seminar
OnlineEvery experienced Pastor/Minister has run into the frustrations of dealing with substance use problems and other addictions. Referring people to AA, Alanon, and treatment is helpful, but sound pastoral care is important for everyone in the family. Pastoral care is equally important to people in recovery as they rethink their spiritual lives. Rev. Otto Schultz, a retired [...]
Spirituality for Times Like This
OnlineSessions will include an introduction to the topic with relevant definitions of ideas and supporting readings. I also will share examples of my inner work. Discussion and questions are integral to each evening. This group actively welcomes members of different professions, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, socioeconomic realities, spiritual/religious beliefs and practices, gender identities, gender expressions, [...]
Gather Twin Cities May Gathering
Eat Street Crossing 2819 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesGather Twin Cities has a large table reserved at Eat Street Crossing in Minneapolis. It'll be a space to make and continue friendships and brainstorm for Gather Twin Cities Summer events. Food, ice cream, alcohol, and n/a drinks will be available for participants to purchase in the food hall.
White Supremacy and Lutheranism Webinar
OnlineJoin the Rev. Dr. Carmelo Santos, ELCA Director for Theological Diversity and Ecumenical and Interreligious Engagement, and the Rev. Dr. James R. Thomas, Visiting Professor of Church History and Ministry at Good News Theological Seminary in Accra, Ghana, for an engaging thought-provoking and educational webinar to deepen our understanding of white supremacy, and explore new [...]
Walking Together in Truth: Indigenous Justice, the ELCA, and MMIW
onlineThe Oasis Team with the ELCA Youth Ministry Network is hosting an upcoming webinar. Prairie Rose Seminole will help attendees explore the historical relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), highlighting the impact of missionization, boarding schools, and systemic erasure. They will examine the church’s past involvement, its commitments to [...]
Breaking Chains, Building Hope: Faith Communities Rising Against America’s Addiction Crisis
OnlineJoin this one-hour, free webinar with Jeff Horowitz, CEO of SAFE Project, presented by the Center of Addiction & Faith. Addiction touches every corner of our society; it doesn’t just happen somewhere else. Jeff Horowitz will discuss how our language, assumptions, and attitudes toward those struggling with substance use disorders often create barriers to healing [...]
Justice and Joy: Empowering Support for Trans Lives
United Theological SeminaryUnited Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities is hosting “Justice and Joy: Empowering Support for Trans Lives.” The event invites people of faith to explore means of supporting Trans lives and rights in authentic and faithful ways. Learn more about and register for the free event at https://www.unitedseminary.edu/event/justice-and-joy/
Future of Church Series: Multiplying Leadership
Normandale Lutheran Church Edina, MN, United StatesFUTURE OF CHURCH - A Speaker Series created to motivate thinking and creativity for all church leaders to use as they look to the future. "Multiplying Leadership: Cultivating a Mixed Ecology of Church in Today's World" with The Rev. Dwight Zscheile, PhD An expert on innovation and congregational mission, Rev. Zscheile will talk about embracing [...]
Go Wild, Woman Spiritual Retreat
ARC Retreat Center 1680 373rd Ave. NE, Stanchfield, MN, United StatesPastor Siri leads four enriching days in nature, surrounded by a sisterhood. Throughout our days we will engage in optional yoga, singing and chanting, nature walks, communing with the earth, and sacred ceremony. There will be lots of free time for rest, connection, and creativity. Options for massage. Begins Wednesday with dinner and ends Saturday [...]
Synod Senior Band Concert
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 5005 Northwest Blvd, Plymouth, MN, United StatesThe Synod Senior Band is a community band made up of seniors playing for seniors. They welcome players of any band instrument to join them for camaraderie and making great music. The 2025 theme is “The Promise of Living.” Enjoy one of their concerts throughout the year!