“You Only Get What You’re Organized to Take”: Lessons from Poor People’s Movements

CTUL 3715 Chicago Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Co-authors Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis and Noam Sandweiss-Back will to discuss their new book "You Only Get What You're Organized to Take", which explores the history of poor people's movements in the United States and Rev. Dr. Liz's own journey through poor people's movements. The panel discussion will also include current CTUL leaders to connect [...]

Clueless Addiction: Disengaging from Racism in White and Black Churches

Online

In celebration of Juneteenth, Minnesota Council of Churches is excited to host what promises to be a provocative discussion by Rev. Dr. Pamela Ngunjiri titled, Clueless Addiction: Disengaging from Racism in White and Black Churches. The virtual event will be held on June 16, 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. Addiction to white supremacy is present [...]

2025 Aus Memorial Lecture

Luther Seminary 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, United States

In today’s culture and world, we are surrounded by people earnestly seeking authenticity and meaning. So how can we share the difference Jesus makes in our own everyday lives? Join Luther Seminary and Faith+Lead for a transformative evening with Will Willimon on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Central as part of the Aus Memorial [...]

Hunger Education Hour with Sierra Pacific Synod

Online

The Sierra Pacific Synod wants to help answer the question, "What is happening to programs supported by ELCA World Hunger?" Presenter Susannah Cunningham is the senior director for the ELCA Building Resilient Communities Team. She will share how we are still making a difference and what you can do to help. Just email thelotts@gmail.com that [...]

Juneteenth Events Around the Twin Cities

There are several events honoring Juneteenth happening around the Twin Cities. See the list below for a few options and details. Juneteenth Brunch & Conversation with Sherrilyn Ifill (Minneapolis) Juneteenth at the Fort (St. Paul) Jubilee: The Journey of Four Rondo Families (St. Paul) Soul of the Southside (Minneapolis) Lists can also be found on [...]

Breaking the Cycle: Justice and Healing for Palestinian Children and Caregivers

Breaking the Cycle: Justice and Healing for Palestinian Children and Caregivers is a series of public events to share the story of Anar, a nonprofit operating in the West Bank that provides artsbased healing for Palestinian children and caregivers. The events are led by Rami Khader, Founder & Executive Director of Anar for Empowerment & [...]

Conversations with Friends Letter Writing Training

Online

Conversations with Friends (CWF) has been pen pals and visitors with people jailed by ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in Minnesota since March 2011. Their mission is to offer friendship, fraternity, and solidarity as they support, encourage, listen to, affirm, recognize their dignity, and advocate for those jailed by ICE. Through a peaceful, compassionate presence, [...]

The Confluence at Augsburg University

Augsburg University

The Confluence, now in its 20th year, is an opportunity for high school students to explore their vocation -- the confluence or intersection of God's story, the world's story, and their personal story. Throughout the week, students will explore these different stories through: Worship Classroom study with Augsburg professor Chris Stedman Personal reflection Small group [...]

Synod Senior Band Concert

First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights 1555 40th Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, United States

The 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!

Learn to Paint with the Gentleman Artist, Robert Coleman

Theodore Wirth Park 1301 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN, United States

Theodore Wirth Park, Find them at the picnic tables near the Wirth Beach Pavillion Youth (16+) welcome! Robert will showcase his engaging teaching and storytelling skills in this unique art class! Let your creativity flow as you learn to paint your own landscape masterpiece with the BothAnd Collective community. Robert describes this experience as “easier than [...]