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SUMMARY:"What Now - Resources for Faith Communities After Executive Orders" webinar
DESCRIPTION:In light of the recent Executive Orders that impact our immigrant neighbors and the lifted protection for ‘sensitive locations’ such as faith communities\, schools\, and hospitals\, Global Refuge and the ELCA’s AMMPARO team are co-hosting a webinar called What Now – Resources for Faith Communities After Executive Orders. \nThis webinar will provide high-level overviews of some of the executive orders\, and cover congregational resources that are currently available to faith communities and others who are engaged in the welcome. \nThursday\, January 30 | 3:00 p.m. CT (4:00 p.m. EST) Online \nRegistration is required >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/what-now-resources-for-faith-communities-after-executive-orders-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250201T160000
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SUMMARY:Music That Makes Community One-Day Community Singing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Music that Makes Community is excited to offer a One-Day workshop at Pilgrim Lutheran Church in St. Paul\, MN. Experienced MMC facilitators will offer a lively day of singing\, learning\, and community building. No special talents required – just a love of music and fellowship. Singers of all backgrounds\, ages\, and experience levels are warmly welcomed to participate! \nJoin them for a renewing day of building community through singing\, learning\, and fellowship. During the time together we’ll: \n– Explore a practice of paperless (oral tradition) singing leadership grounded in a spirit of welcome and generosity;\n– Engage models of teaching and leading that welcome our bodies\, hearts\, and minds;\n– Experience music reflective of the growing diversity of our communities and celebrating our rich spiritual and liturgical traditions;\n– Build community and strengthen relationships through singing. \nEach person will leave with new music to share\, as well as experiences of learning and teaching songs applicable to their context. Choir directors\, clergy\, cantors\, lay leaders\, and all who love to sing are invited. \nMore information > \nContact Conie Borchardt or Pilgrim Lutheran Church  with questions.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/music-that-makes-community-one-day-community-singing-workshop/
LOCATION:Pilgrim Lutheran Church\, St Paul\, 1935 St Clair Ave\, St Paul\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T170000
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SUMMARY:Cantata Vespers: Festival of the Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Forty days after the birth of Christ\, we pray with Simeon “Lord\, now let your servant go in peace” as the church celebrates the festival of the Presentation of Our Lord\, also known as Candlemas—the tradition of blessing and processing with candles. We gather in a service of evening prayer led by the Elm Ensemble and the Christ Church choir as we sing an ancient liturgy and experience music by Bach (Cantata 125\, Mit Fried und Freud ich fahr dahin) and Elgar (The Snow). This event is free and open to the public—a freewill offering will be collected and a reception offered for all. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/cantata-vespers-festival-of-the-presentation/
LOCATION:Christ Church Lutheran\, 3244 34th Ave South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T194500
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:Survivors\, a Six Points Theater Production
DESCRIPTION:Diamond Lake Lutheran is excited to present a full performance of Survivors\, a Six Points Theater production. This play about the Holocaust and standing up to hate weaves together the true\, inspirational stories of ten Holocaust survivors whose ordinary and joyful young lives were transformed by the Nazi regime. Six professional actors will portray the ten survivors and other roles. Illustrating the risk of normalizing hate\, this uplifting work impels us to take lessons from the past and think about how we can create a safer\, more inclusive community. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/survivors-a-six-points-theater-production/
LOCATION:Diamond Lake Lutheran Church\, 5760 Portland Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T203000
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SUMMARY:Legal Witness Training
DESCRIPTION:The incoming administration has promised to deport millions of immigrants\, starting in blue states. While the future is uncertain\, Unidos is preparing to bear witness and act powerfully together to defend our communities. \nJoin this legal witness training to prepare to stand with immigrant communities\, and participate in Unidos’ rapid response network. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/legal-witness-training/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250110T195351Z
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SUMMARY:SafeTALK Suicide Prevention Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to support someone’s desire for safety by recognizing the warning signs of suicide\, identifying people who are at risk\, and applying the TALK steps (Tell\, Ask\, Listen and KeepSafe) to connect a person to suicide first aid resources. Listed on the national best practice registry\, safeTALK allows time for both practice and discussion. safeTALK is based on research that shows people experiencing thoughts of suicide often send out subtle invitations to help them stay safe. This four-hour class is for members of the community over the age of 16 who want to learn and practice the basic best practices in suicide prevention. This class has been approved by the Board of Social Work to provide 4 CEU’s upon completion. Class is free but registration is required. \nEventbrite Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safetalk-registration-1115930260449?aff=oddtdtcreator \nADDITIONAL BONUS: Immediately after\, for those who are interested\, Rev. Dr. Rachael Keefe will be speaking and leading conversation addressing the ways theology can interfere with healthy suicide prevention. She’s an expert and author of “The Lifesaving Church: Faith Communities and Suicide Prevention”\, and we are so lucky to have her. If you plan on staying\, email hannah@mhconnect.org who will be placing an order for lunch. \nThis event is sponsored by Mental Health Connect\, is a collaborative of faith communities in the Twin Cities area.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/safetalk-suicide-prevention-training/
LOCATION:Bethlehem Lutheran Church – Twin Cities\, Minneapolis Campus\, Minneapolis Campus\, 4100 Lyndale Ave. S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55409\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T200000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat: Exploring Pathways for Chaplaincy in the ELCA
DESCRIPTION:The ELCA seminaries will be hosting a new series\, Fireside Chats\, in February. The first virtual fireside chat will be with the ELCA Chaplain Corps\, exploring the ins and outs of serving as a Chaplain in the ELCA. The conversations are open to all who are interested in learning more about chaplaincy.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/fireside-chat-exploring-pathways-for-chaplaincy-in-the-elca/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250131T210049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T210049Z
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SUMMARY:Critical Interfaith Work of the U. S. Chaplain Military Corps
DESCRIPTION:Military chaplains are called to care for all people regardless of their background and to encourage people to be faithful to their own traditions in living out their callings. The vocations of military chaplains are inherently interfaith\, as they are called to minister to people from all backgrounds and build bridges across differences in a variety of challenging contexts. \nCome join us for an interactive panel discussion featuring: \n\nCH (COL) Ibraheem A. Raheem (Islam)\nCH (CPT) Dung V. Nguyen (Buddhism)\nCH (COL) Buddy Winn (Christianity)\nCH (LT COL) Kerstin Hedlund (Christianity)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/critical-interfaith-work-of-the-u-s-chaplain-military-corps/
LOCATION:St. Olaf College\, Northfield\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250409
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:Foundations of Faith Community Nursing
DESCRIPTION:This course required for RNs who wish to become Parish/Faith Community Nurses. It is also offered to non-RNs who wish to start or lead a Health Ministry in their congregation. The course is virtual via Zoom and includes 15 modules (Beginning Your Ministry; Spiritual Care; Health and Healing; Communication and Conflict; Mental Health\, Trauma-Informed Care\, Legal Issue and much more. Contact Sondra Weinzierl\, sondra@fcnntc.org\, with questions. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/foundations-of-faith-community-nursing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:Concordia Choir Performance
DESCRIPTION:Experience one of America’s finest choirs seen nationwide on public television and heard in Carnegie Hall\, Kennedy Center\, and across the country in concert at Lord of Life Lutheran Church\, Maple Grove.\n\nSunday\, February 23\n2:00 p.m. \n\nAll tickets are general admission. Tickets are $25 – $40 for adults and free for students of all ages.\n\nMore information is available at www.TheConcordiaChoir.org. \nThe choir will also perform at Trinity Lutheran Church\, Stillwater on March 15 at 2:00 p.m.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/concordia-choir-performance/
LOCATION:Lord of Life Lutheran Church\, Maple Grove\, 7401 County Rd 101\, Maple Grove\, MN\, 55311\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250121T165224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T165841Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Susan Draper White Lecture
DESCRIPTION:United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities will host its 34th annual Susan Draper White Lecture on February 24. This year’s speaker is the Seminary’s President\, Rev. Molly T. Marshall\, PhD. In “A Battle for the Minds\, Revisited\,” Molly will reflect on a documentary from 30 years ago (in which she was prominently featured) showing the calculated effort by the Southern Baptist Convention to ban women from preaching in Southern Baptist churches and from teaching at Southern Baptist Seminary. She will also explain how things have changed. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/34th-annual-susan-draper-white-lecture/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T210608Z
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SUMMARY:Substance Use Recovery: How Your Church Can Be Part of the Solution
DESCRIPTION:Substance Use Recovery: How Your Church Can Be Part of the Solutionfeaturing \nMark Sanders\, LCSW\, CADC\nfrom the ATTC Network\,  a multidisciplinary resource for professionals in the addictions treatment and recovery services field.\n \nWednesday\, February 26th\, 2025\n12:00 p.m. CT\n(1:00 p.m. ET) \nRegister \nIn this presentation you will learn about a number of church-based initiatives which have been effective in addressing substance use challenges in communities including:Celebrate Recovery; Access To Recovery (a federally funded faith-based initiative); faith-based drug ministries; certified recovery support congregations; church outreach programs in communities and prisons; church-based reentry support; recovery revivals. Through the use of examples and discussions\, the purpose of this presentation is to help participants expand their vision to the multiple ways churches can support recovery for individuals\, families and entire communities impacted by addiction.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/substance-use-recovery-how-your-church-can-be-part-of-the-solution/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T104000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T202937Z
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SUMMARY:Bold Women's Day Service
DESCRIPTION:Women of the ELCA are celebrating Bold Women’s Day (observed on March 2) with a special service at Augsburg University. \nAll Lutheran women who have acted or are acting boldly on their faith in Jesus Christ are honored. \nThe Rev. Babette Chatman and students from the International Women’s Leaders program will lead a special Bold Women’s Day worship service. This service will be in-person at the Hoversten Chapel\, Foss Center\, and is also available via Zoom webinar on Friday\, February 28\, 10:40 – 11:00 (CST) followed by a 15-minute Question and Answer segment led by students and alumni. \n\nRegister to attend via Zoom webinar: Webinar Registration – Zoom\n\nAttending in-person \n\nPlease consult the campus map. To request parking\, contact Janice Dames\, (612) 330-1732 or email dames@augsburg.edu.\nDownload the Bold Woman’s Day litany and learn more\nLearn more about Bold Women’s Day\n\nFor questions about celebrating Bold Women’s day\, contact Elizabeth McBride\, Elizabeth.mcbride@elca.org or visit the Women of the ELCA website: https://welca.org/bwd
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/bold-womens-day-service/
LOCATION:Hoverston Chapel\, Foss Center\, Augsburg College\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:National Lutheran Choir performing "Healing Body\, Mind\, Spirit"
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Lutheran Choir\, under the leadership of Jennaya Robison\, for Healing Body\, Mind\, Spirit. Hear the NLC in St. Cloud at St. Mary’s Cathedral on Saturday\, March 1\, 7:30 p.m. or in St. Paul at the Chapel of St. Thomas on Sunday\, March 2\, 4:00 p.m. This performance will include a premiere of a new three-movement composition called “Three Songs for Healing” by Hans Bridger Heruth with text by Brian Newhouse. Additionally\, this concert will include works by Karen E. Black\, Sergei Rachmaninoff\, Eric Whitacre\, Moses Hogan\, and more. Tickets and info at NLCA.com.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/national-lutheran-choir-performing-healing-body-mind-spirit/
LOCATION:Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas\, 2115 Summit Ave.\, St. Paul\, Minnesota
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250218T172715Z
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SUMMARY:Migrant Accompaniment for Ministry Leaders in 2025 after the Executive Orders
DESCRIPTION:ELCA AMMPARO is hosting a webinar entitled: \nWalking With (Part II) : Migrant Accompaniment for Ministry Leaders in 2025 after the Executive Orders \nThis webinar\, designed for ordained and lay ministry leaders\, will offer some basics on the US immigration system with a focus on the recent executive orders that impact the lives of immigrants\, refugees and asylum seekers. The webinar will not be recorded but important resources will be shared and opportunities for engagement and action will be covered. \nPresenters will be lawyers from the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/migrant-accompaniment-for-ministry-leaders-in-2025-after-the-executive-orders/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250121T164749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250121T164749Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Fosdick Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join Augsburg University Campus Ministry for their 8th Annual Fosdick Lecture on Preaching. Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis will address the topic “Shall Untruth Win? Faithful Preaching in an Age of Mistrust and Misinformation.” \nNow more than ever\, from one-on-one meetings with parishioners to our proclamations from behind the sacred desk to our public utterances\, courageous preachers must freshly voice the enduring wisdom of the Bible\, the tradition\, and religious experience. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/8th-annual-fosdick-lecture/
LOCATION:Augsburg University\, Hoversten Chapel\, 625 22nd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55454\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250303T204351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T204351Z
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SUMMARY:Rise and Repair Rally Day
DESCRIPTION:Come together to encourage state legislators to protect wild rice & clean water\, oppose false climate solutions\, respect Indigenous & tribal sovereignty\, and pass the Rise & Repair Alliance 2025 Policy Platform. \n\n10:00 a.m. Training at Christ on Capitol Hill Church\n12:45 p.m. Photo on Capitol Front Steps\n1:15 – 2:15 p.m. Rally in the Rotunda\nLegislative visits throughout the day. No experience needed\, just RSVP!
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/rise-and-repair-rally-day/
LOCATION:Minnesota Capitol
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250308T145226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250308T145226Z
UID:17760-1741888800-1741894200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Dinner Table Syndrome
DESCRIPTION:Dinner Table Syndrome (DTS) is the experience of being left out of conversations at meals and social gatherings due to a lack of communication access\, something many Deaf\, DeafBlind\, and hard-of-hearing individuals face. To bring awareness to this\, we’re creating a 10-15 minute film featuring the stories of up to seven diverse Deaf individuals sharing their experiences and strategies for coping or fostering more inclusive communication. This film will be showcased at our virtual event on March 13th\, offering a space for reflection and discussion. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/dinner-table-syndrome/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250321
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250118T000618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250118T000618Z
UID:17418-1742083200-1742515199@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Play Ball and Connect: A Desert Sojourn Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Spirit of the Desert for an inspiring Spring Training experience in Arizona\, where baseball enthusiasts and faith-driven individuals unite to explore the connection between sport and spirituality. This unique retreat\, led by Pastor Dave Ellingson\, combines fellowship\, worship\, and the excitement of baseball with opportunities to attend MLB Cactus League games in the vibrant Arizona desert. \nEnjoy: \n\nDaily fellowship gatherings around the theme of baseball and faith\nBaseball-themed entertainment\, film screenings\, and discussions\nPoolside fellowship and breakfast and dinner provided each da\n\nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/play-ball-and-connect-a-desert-sojourn-retreat/
LOCATION:Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center\, 7415 E Elbow Bend Road\, Carefree\, AZ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:Music and Art at Mount Olivet: Fauré’s Requiem
DESCRIPTION:Mount Olivet invites you to participate in a performance of Fauré’s Requiem\, one of the most cherished works in the classical choral repertoire. Renowned for its serene beauty and rich harmonies\, this performance will be led by guest conductor Dr. Matthew Mehaffey\, Director of Choral Activities at the University of Minnesota. \nThe concert will be held on Thursday\, March 20\, at 7:00 p.m. and will feature choral singers\, professional instrumentalists\, and Mount Olivet’s own distinguished soloists: Laura LeVoir (soprano)\, Justin Staebell (baritone) and Brian Haase (bass). The concert promises to be a meaningful and inspiring musical experience\, highlighting the power of collaboration in bringing this timeless masterpiece to life.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/17686/
LOCATION:Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church\, 5025 Knox Ave S.\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55419\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250322T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250206T211007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T214440Z
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SUMMARY:Adolescent Substance Use and Misuse: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Join this educational program for faith community members\, parents\, and other interested persons to develop an understanding of the impact drugs and alcohol have on adolescents and their families. \nThis event is hosted in partnership with Mental Health Connect\, P.E.A.S.E. Academy\, and University Lutheran Church of Hope. \nRegister >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/adolescent-substance-use-and-misuse-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:University Lutheran Church of Hope\, 601 13th Ave SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55414\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Pastoring with a Dual Diagnosis with Seth Perry
DESCRIPTION:A one-hour free webinar held on zoom. Rev. Seth Perry will share his personal and professional journey of pastoring while living with a dual diagnosis. He will explore the challenges and stigma that clergy face in seeing mental health and addiction recovery as well as the unique strengths that come from leading with lived experience. In 2024 he authored the devotional Our Stigma\, furthering his commitment to breaking down barriers in faith communities. He is a pastor at Elim Lutheran Church in Scandia\, MN.\n\n\n\nPre-register >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/webinar-pastoring-with-a-dual-diagnosis-with-seth-perry/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center of Addiction & Faith":MAILTO:pastored@addictionandfaith.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250406
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
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SUMMARY:EcoFaith Summit of the Upper Midwest
DESCRIPTION:Becoming Midwives of Hope for the Healing of Creation \nThe EcoFaith Summit\, put on by NE MN Synod and Saint Paul Area Synod Care of Creation\, will feature compelling speakers\, enlivening worship\, informative exhibits\, opportunities for networking\, and an array of engagement sessions for giving birth to strong\, creative action in our congregations\, camps\, campuses\, and communities. Morning refreshments\, fresh local lunch and celebratory final reception are included in the day. \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/ecofaith-summit-of-the-upper-midwest/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250319T141035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T141035Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Through Grief Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one\, severed relationships\, the loss of dreams\, or more\, this day retreat will provide an opportunity for you to grow and heal. Experientially focused\, the day includes options for processing grief through music\, art\, movement\, prayer\, meditation\, and time in nature. In addition\, participants can meet briefly with a counselor\, spiritual director\, or pastor for support and consultation. \nA sliding scale fee allows you to pay what you can. ngreat \nMore information >
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/growing-through-grief-retreat/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference and Retreat Center
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250320T190255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T190255Z
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SUMMARY:Transplaining: Faith and the Trans Experience in America
DESCRIPTION:To put a face on the current state of discrimination that the transgender community is expiencing\, Oak Grove Lutheran is inviting India Miller\, a transswoman and activist to share her story\, dispel some common myths about trans people and explain how you can help support this community as an ally. This presentation is free. See website for more details.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/transplaining-faith-and-the-trans-experience-in-america/
LOCATION:Oak Grove Lutheran Church\, 7045 Lyndale Ave S\, Richfield\, MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250407T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250320T190740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T192353Z
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SUMMARY:Respectful Conversation About Hopes and Fears in Post-Election America
DESCRIPTION:Faith Lutheran is inviting local community leaders\, elected officials\, and members of the wider community with various backgrounds and beliefs to join this respectful conversation. The goal is to people together when a record-high 80 percent of U.S. adults believe Americans are greatly divided. \nA light dinner will be served\, and registration is free! \nWe would love for you to join us by reserving your spot today at this link: https://mnchurches.org/what-we-do/respectful-conversations/register. \n\nRespectful Conversations are structured\, facilitated conversations designed not to change minds\, but soften hearts. Since 2012\, more than 8\,500 Minnesotans have participated in over 300 Respectful Conversations\, facilitated by the MN Council of Churches\, on a variety of divisive topics. Those who have participated previously in a Respectful Conversation have reported that they have a stronger sense of empathy for those whose viewpoint is different from their own. They felt listened to and commented on how people in the community can talk about their differences in a way that stitches us together rather than tears us apart. 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/respectful-conversation-about-hopes-and-fears-in-post-election-america/
LOCATION:Faith Lutheran\, Coon Rapids\, 11115 Hanson Blvd NW\, Coon Rapids\, MN\, 55433\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250320T184249Z
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SUMMARY:April Youth Ministry Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Youth ministry staff and key volunteers from the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to gather each month for conversation about youth ministry. Join us in April when Dr. Mary Hess from Luther Seminary joins us for “Create\, Share\, Believe: Storying Faith in Digital Spaces.” Kids live amidst a digital world of stories — in TikTok\, Instagram\, What’s App\, Netflix\, and many more. How do we help young people navigate the multiple and competing stories to be found there? What are some practices that ground and nourish young people trying to live with faith in this world? Mary Hess has been doing digital storytelling as a form of faith formation for the past two decades and just completed a year-long project concerning care for creation and climate change\, through story. \nQuestions? Contact Josh Svenulski at josh@christusvictor.org.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/april-youth-ministry-gathering/
LOCATION:Blackstack Brewing\, 755 Prior Ave N\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55104
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250408T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250331T194357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T194357Z
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SUMMARY:Keeping Kids Safe From Guns
DESCRIPTION:Guns are a leading cause of death for American children and youth. ENGAGE: Lutherans for Gun Violence Prevention\, is a work group of the SPAS\, dedicated to gun violence prevention. We are hosting an online conversation led by Jill Chisholm\, who will present the Be SMART strategy for keeping kids safe from guns. Would you consider offering this online opportunity to your synod. The date and time is: April 8\, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (CDT). To register and receive the Zoom link go to: spas-elca.org/keeping-kids-safe-from-guns.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/keeping-kids-safe-from-guns/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250410T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250331T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T212225Z
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SUMMARY:Fireside Chat: Exploring Diaconal Ministry in the ELCA
DESCRIPTION:The Seminaries of the ELCA will be hosting another Fireside Chat in April. This next one is with Deacons Krista Anderson and Beth Anderson about Word and Service Ministry. \nFireside Chat: Exploring Diaconal Ministry in the ELCA\nThursday\, April 10th\, 2025 \nJoin them for a virtual fireside chat with the Seminaries of the ELCA\, Deacon Krista Anderson\, and Deacon Beth Anderson\, as they explore Diaconal Ministry in the ELCA! \nThursday\, April 10\, 7:00 – 8:15 p.m. (Central time)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/fireside-chat-exploring-diaconal-ministry-in-the-elca/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153632
CREATED:20250401T143205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T143205Z
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SUMMARY:Gather Twin Cities: Made in God's Image Worship
DESCRIPTION:Young adults are invited to come together for worship with Gather Twin Cities
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/gather-twin-cities-made-in-gods-image-worship/
LOCATION:Chapel of the Incarnation\, Luther Seminary\, 1490 Fulham St\, St. Paul\, Mn\, 55108
CATEGORIES:Community
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