Health Promoter Training for Congregations

Online

This new HEALTH PROMOTER course is designed for volunteer laypersons or church staff who wish to begin and lead health efforts to encourage physical, emotional and spiritual wellness among faith community members. Promoting health in your church strengthens relationships, service and congregational care. Health Promoters work with your church's leaders to identify and respond to [...]

Installation of the Presiding Bishop

Central Lutheran Church 333 S 12th St., Minneapolis, MN, United States

The installation of the next presiding bishop, Rev. Yehiel Curry, is open to the public, and tickets are not required. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Central time, and worship begins at 2:00 p.m. A public reception to greet the new presiding bishop will be held at Central Lutheran following the installation. Complimentary parking will be [...]

Blessing of the Animals

Central Park Pavilion 3503 Silver Lake Rd, St. Anthony, MN, United States

Bring your animal friends for a drop-in blessing celebration with treats for all creatures! Free-will offering for Linus’ Pet Haven, pet-friendly shelter for violence survivors. More information >

Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association Education Event

Online

Hope in Practice: Applying Solution-Focused Communication  Techniques in Response to Crisis Presented by Laura Aagaard, MA, MS Course Description:  As a faith community nurse, or other professional in ministry, you are on the front lines of mental health and substance use care. It is possible that you engage with people and their families during some of their [...]

Safeguarding our Communities from White Christian Nationalism with Angela Denker

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

There has been a disturbing rise in white Christian nationalist groups in the northern suburbs of Minneapolis. Including a recent flyer sent to Columbia Heights residents that was enlisting people to join a white supremacist group. In response to these racist groups, "Stories from our Neighborhood" will be hosting a storytelling night around safeguarding communities [...]

Synod Senior Band Concert

Westwood Lutheran Church 9001 Cedar Lake Road, St. Louis Park, 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!

No One Recovers Alone: Strengthening Family Engagement

Bethlehem Lutheran Church - Twin Cities, Minneapolis Campus Minneapolis Campus, 4100 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, United States

Many adults with serious mental illnesses experience loneliness. This class shares the impacts of loneliness and strategies for engaging others. Lunch is provided. More information >

LCM Fall Gathering + Fundraiser

The Campus Club on the U of M Campus 403 Coffman Memorial Union, 300 WAshington Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

5:00 p.m. Cocktails and Appetizers (cash bar) 6:00 p.m. Program 6:30 p.m. Jam Session and Singing around the fire (bring your instruments!) Tickets: $35 Join Lutheran Campus Ministry-Twin Cities for a fun, in-person gathering at the beautiful Campus Club Terrace overlooking the campus. Attendees will gather around hearty appetizers, a cash bar, good music, inspirational [...]

Stories The Land Holds Series: Earth and Story

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 4801 France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Introducing “Stories the Land Holds” – A Community Invitation to Listen, Reflect, and Connect  Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd is beginning a new initiative that invites the community into a deeper relationship with the land we inhabit and the stories it holds.  “Stories the Land Holds” is a multi-session project beginning October 9 at 7:00 [...]