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SUMMARY:Blues Brews N BBQs
DESCRIPTION:The upper Midwest’s best blues\, Minneapolis’ favorite brews and smokin’ BBQ!\nBlues Brews N BBQs has grown into an annual summer staple at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth. For the eleventh year\, profits from the music fest will support our community partners\, PRISM & Loaves and Fishes. Join us this year on August 6 back on the grounds of Mount Olivet! \nWith questions\, reach out to Ian Heseltine at iheseltine@moply.org
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/blues-brews-n-bbqs/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Lutheran Church\, 5025 Knox Avenue South\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Mount Olivet Lutheran Church of Plymouth":MAILTO:contact@moply.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220526T201657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T201657Z
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SUMMARY:Tending to Trauma: Yours\, Mine\, and Ours
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are personally experiencing trauma or caring for others with traumatic experiences\, (or both)\, this retreat will increase your capacity to live with hope and healing in the midst of it all. We will discuss physiological and spiritual aspects of trauma\, the importance of self-compassion\, and practices and rituals that help re-establish connection with ourselves and others.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/tending-to-trauma-yours-mine-and-ours/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference and Retreat Center
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
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SUMMARY:Children's Ministry Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Children’s ministry staff and key volunteers and invited to talk about “The New Look of Kids’ Ministry!” Join Rachelle Gill (Easter\, Eagan) and Julie Vagle (Trinity\, Long Lake) to discuss the changes in children’s ministry that have worked and the new ideas you are trying this fall. Bring your marketing ideas and graphics so we can share screens and spark some great conversations!Join the Zoom Meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85076129637?pwd=dEQvV1hyM0ZuTVl1OVd0bHVWTHlwZz09Meeting ID: 850 7612 9637Passcode: 473439Questions? Contact Rachelle Gill from Easter Lutheran Church in Eagan: rgill@easter.org.Children’s ministry gatherings are offered regularly as a partnership of the Minneapolis and Saint Paul Area Synods. Notes from previous gatherings may be found in the “files” section of the Twin Cities CYF ELCA Facebook group.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/childrens-ministry-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220613T142454Z
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SUMMARY:Book Release & Signing: In the Margins: A Transgender Man's Journey with Scripture
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to a special book launch party of Shannon T.L. Kearns’s book “In the Margins: A Transgender Man’s Journey with Scripture.” This special evening will consist of storytelling and reading from the book\, as well as time for Q&A. We’ll also hear music from Kith + Kin Chorus\, an uncommon choir in the twin cities\, that strives to build community\, spread joy and give in service of others through harmony. After the program\, there will be a reception and book signing.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/book-release-signing-in-the-margins-a-transgender-mans-journey-with-scripture/
LOCATION:St. Peder’s Evangelical Lutheran Church\, 4600 East 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220822T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220822T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
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SUMMARY:Effective Church Councils Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This series of four sessions\, held over five months\, is designed to help congregational councils grow in their role as leaders of the congregation\, as well as learn how to have more effective and efficient council meetings.  Tools will be shared to help lower the anxiety of leaders so that you are freed for creativity and handling the adaptive challenges your congregation faces.  We hope that by participation you will find that being on a congregational council is a joy and that your meetings will be one of your favorite nights of the month\, rather than the night you dread.  \nOur workshop series leader is the Rev. Paul Walters\, a parish pastor\, author and leadership consultant.   Pr. Walters has created this video to introduce you to this series: https://tinyurl.com/EffectiveCouncil  \n  \nSession Dates are: \nMondays \nApril 25\, May 23\, June 20\, and August 22\n7:30-8:30 PM\nAll Sessions are on Zoom\n\nSessions will be recorded so that leaders who cannot be present can still receive content and be prepared for “homework conversations” at their next council meeting.  \n  \nCongregational Commitment: \nCongregational council members will: \n\nEngage in monthly\, one-hour large group Zoom meetings with consultant \nUtilize their monthly church council meetings to complete assignments\nPay the $200 registration fee to the synod office (congregations will receive an invoice after council members register) \n\n  \nSIGN UP for this course by completing the registration form: https://tinyurl.com/EffectiveCouncilRegistration  \n  \nOnce registered you will be sent the Zoom link for the sessions along with any other details you’ll need.  Questions? contact Pastor Norma Malfatti\, Director for Evangelical Mission.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/effective-church-councils-workshop-series-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220901T184926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190922Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Ministry Gatherings - 2nd Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Meet other youth ministry folks to share ideas\, learn from one another\, and be supported. Part-time\, full-time\, pastors\, and volunteers welcome to join! \nSeptember 13 – What are you talking about?
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays/
LOCATION:Lake Monster Brewing Co\, 550 Vandalia St #160\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220805T211618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T211742Z
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SUMMARY:Celebration for Changing Lives
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota’s (LSS) invites people to join in the Celebration for Changing Lives on Saturday\, September 17 at 5:30 p.m. This gala brings together neighbors helping neighbors to celebrate LSS’s mission of inspiring hope\, changing lives\, and building community. Gifts and sponsorships support life-changing services that impact 1 in every 65 Minnesotans. \nSaturday\, September 17 \n5:30 – 9:00 p.m.\nThe Depot\n225 3rd Avenue South\, Minneapolis  \nMore information: https://lssmn.org/event/2022-celebration-changing-lives \nQuestions: events@lssmn.org \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/celebration-for-changing-lives/
LOCATION:The Depot\, 225 3rd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Becca Sandness":MAILTO:events@lssmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220804T195211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T195211Z
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SUMMARY:Saint Paul Area Synod Boundaries Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Boundaries Workshop: Ethics in Ministry \nThis workshop includes foundational understandings of boundaries and power along with conversation on harassment\, self-care based on the resources from the Faith Trust Institute. The workshop will be led by Deacon Krista Lind\, Pastor Bradley Schmeling\, and Bishop Patricia Lull. \n\nSeptember 22 – 9 a.m.-3 p.m.\n\nLocation: TBD\nCost: $25 including lunch\nRegistration Deadline: September 15 \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/saint-paul-area-synod-boundaries-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Saint Paul Area Synod":MAILTO:info@spas-elca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220819T200758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T201004Z
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SUMMARY:From Nowhere to Now Here
DESCRIPTION:The pandemic\, rampant racism\, unfettered injustices\, environmental degradation\, inflation – these are a few sources of the overwhelming sense of despair in our lives. We are anxious about our future. We desperately seek meaning\, purpose\, justice\, and the common good but they seem to be nowhere in sight. Nowhere. But there is hope and potential for change if we can focus on the here and now. All we are promised is the here and now\, and it is where we are called to live our lives. \nThursday\, September 22\n11:00 a.m.-Noon \nFoss Center\, Hoversten Chapel\nAugsburg University\, Minneapolis  \nDr. Jeremy Myers\, Bernhard M. Christensen Professor of Religion and Vocation at Augsburg University\, will be the keynote speaker. Myers earned his bachelor’s degree at the University of Minnesota\, and his Master’s and PhD from Luther Seminary\, St. Paul. He is the author of Liberating Youth from Adolescence\, published by Fortress Press. \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/from-nowhere-to-now-here/
LOCATION:Augsburg University\, Hoversten Chapel\, 625 22nd Ave S\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55454\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Augsburg University":MAILTO:ccv@augsburg.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220914T230042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T230042Z
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SUMMARY:Crop HUNGER walk
DESCRIPTION:CROP Walk for Hunger  \nThere is one goal for the 2022 CROP Walk: Building a world where there is enough for all. 75% of funds raised support global communities and 25% support Second Harvest Heartland here in Minnesota. \nSunday\, October 2\n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nSt. James Lutheran Church \n3650 Williams Drive\, Burnsville \nContact person for more information: Denise at dlewis9476@comcast.net\nEvent information: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2022/event/burnsvillemn
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/crop-hunger-walk/
LOCATION:St. James Lutheran Church\, Burnsville\, 3650 Williams Drive\, Burnsville\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Denise":MAILTO:dlewis9476@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220607T171557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T171557Z
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SUMMARY:ALOA: Ironwood Springs Lutherhostel
DESCRIPTION:Join Adult Lutherans Organized for Action(ALOA) at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch in Stewartville\, Minnesota for a time of learning\, reflecting and connecting. The spacious and comfortable Miracle Lodge Retreat & Conference at Ironwood Springs is the site of our sessions and lodging. Registration includes all meals and full program\, plus outdoor activities in this 200 acre ranch along the Root River.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/aloa-ironwood-springs-lutherhostel-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Adult Lutherans Organized for Action":MAILTO:aloa4u@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220729T195444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220805T211952Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Addiction & Faith Conference
DESCRIPTION:2022 Addiction & Faith Conference with pre-conference event associated with the conference for recovering clergy and for seminarians \nThe 2022 Addiction & Faith Conference is from 3:00 p.m.\, October 6 through Noon\, October 8\, 2022. The pre-conference event associated with the conference is 3:00 p.m.\, October 4 through noon October 6\, for recovering clergy and for seminarians. \nConference\n3:00 p.m.\, October 6 — Noon\, October 8\nAirport Hilton \nPre-conference\n3:00 p.m.\, October 4 — Noon\, October 6\nAirport Hilton \nInformation: https://addictionandfaithconference.com \nQuestions: Louise Olson at glolro@comcast.net \n  \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/2022-addiction-faith-conference/
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Olson":MAILTO:glolro@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220916T164629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T164826Z
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SUMMARY:Women's Gathering: For Such a Time as This... YOU are Created
DESCRIPTION:Women’s Gathering: For Such a Time as This … YOU are Created \nSpend the day connecting with women as you refill\, energize\, and rediscover joy in daily life. Inspiring sessions will support you in navigating your callings\, engage meaningfully in your community\, and grow in faith. Pamper yourself! \nSaturday\, October 8\n8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nPeace Lutheran Church\n20 Northdale Boulevard NW\, Coon Rapids \nComplimentary lunch\, chair massage\, childcare\, coffee\, breakfast treats\, and a free (artistic!) gift \nRegister today! https://tinyurl.com/WomenGathering2022
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/womens-gathering-for-such-a-time-as-this-you-are-created/
LOCATION:Peace Lutheran Church\, Coon Rapids\, 20 Northdale Boulevared NW\, Coon Rapids\, MN\, 55448\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dena DeGroat":MAILTO:1968dena@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221005T180709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T180726Z
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SUMMARY:Kids and Screen with Erin Walsh
DESCRIPTION:Kids and Screen with Erin Walsh \nParents\, grandparents\, and caregivers of young children are invited to learn how to parent our youngest kids in a world dominated by screens. One-third of children under three years of age go online daily and 28% of children under two have TVs in their bedrooms. Does media boost children’s intelligence or should parents limit screen time in the early years? \nErin Walsh\, the co-founder of Spark & Stitch Institute\, will identify ways to use technology and media to support children’s learning and development. She promises no screen time guilt\, only evidence and practical\, positive strategies to help kids thrive. This event is co-hosted by Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran in Apple Valley and Easter Lutheran in Eagan. \nCost: $10 (includes continental breakfast and childcare; childcare registration due by October 5) \nSaturday\, October 8\n9:00 – 11:00 a.m.\nShepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church \n12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road\, Apple Valley \nRegistration: Kids and Screens – Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church (sotv.org)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/kids-and-screen-with-erin-walsh/
LOCATION:Shepherd of the Valley\, Apple Valley\, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Rd\, Apple Valley\, MN\, 55124\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220901T185210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190901Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Ministry Gatherings – 2nd Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Meet other youth ministry folks to share ideas\, learn from one another\, and be supported. Part-time\, full-time\, pastors\, and volunteers welcome to join! \nOctober 11 – Supporting Others in Grief
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays-2/
LOCATION:Urban Growler\, 2325 Endicott St\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55114\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220829T170127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T170127Z
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SUMMARY:A Celebration of Community
DESCRIPTION:Join Lutheran Campus Ministry – Twin Cities for a fun in-person gathering at the beautiful Campus Club Terrace overlooking the city. Guests will gather around hearty appetizers\, a cash bar\, good music\, inspirational stories from students and alumni\, and a chance to raise some money for the transformational work happening at Lutheran Campus Ministry – Twin Cities! \nThursday\, October 13 \nThe Campus Club on the U of M campus \n5:00 p.m. Cocktails and Appetizers \n6:00 p.m. Program \n7:00 p.m. Singing around the fire \n(bring your instruments) \nTickets: $25 \nTo find more information or to RSVP: LCM Fall Gathering + Fundraiser – Lutheran Campus Ministry – Twin Cities (lcmtc.org)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/a-celebration-of-community/
LOCATION:The Campus Club on the U of M Campus\, 403 Coffman Memorial Union\, 300 WAshington Avenue SE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221013T180749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T180749Z
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SUMMARY:Compassion\, Not Sacrifice: A Webinar for Women in Ministry
DESCRIPTION:Compassion\, Not Sacrifice: A Webinar for Women in Ministry  \nThis workshop will show you\, step by step\, how to create more compassion and let go of the expectations of sacrifice holding you back. You’ll learn actionable coaching tools you can apply right away in your life and ministry. \nMonday\, October 24 \nNoon – 1:00 p.m. \nOnline  \nContact person: Dr. Crystal Hall at crystal@crystalhallphd.com \nMore information: https://www.crystalhallphd.com/events
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/compassion-not-sacrifice-a-webinar-for-women-in-ministry/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Hall":MAILTO:crystal@crystalhallphd.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221025T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221012T171105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T171522Z
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SUMMARY:"Catching God's Breath in the Age of #BlackLivesMatter"
DESCRIPTION:“Catching God’s Breath in the Age of #BlackLivesMatter”  \nYou are invited to attend United’s Gustafson Lectureship in New Testament Studies\, delivered by Dr. Angela N. Parker\, assistant professor of New Testament and Greek at Mercer University’s McAfee School of Theology. She received her BA in religion and philosophy from Shaw University; her MTS from Duke Divinity School; and her PhD in Bible\, culture\, and hermeneutics (New Testament focus) from Chicago Theological Seminary (2015). In her research\, Dr. Parker merges Womanist thought and postcolonial theory while reading biblical texts. Dr. Parker will speak on the subject of her recently published book\, If God Still Breathes\, Why Can’t I? Black Lives Matter and Biblical Authority. \nThe Gustafson Lectureship was established to honor Henry A. Gustafson\, Emeritus Professor of New Testament Theology at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. \nOctober 25\, 2022 \n7:30–9:00 p.m. \nUnited Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities \n767 Eustis St\, St Paul\, MN 55114 \nContact person: Diane Riggs at driggs@unitedseminary.edu \nFor more information: Rev. Dr. Angela Parker to Present the Gustafson Lectureship at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities (unitedseminary.edu)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/catching-gods-breath-in-the-age-of-blacklivesmatter/
LOCATION:United Theological Seminary
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Riggs":MAILTO:driggs@unitedseminary.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221103T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221018T142727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T143955Z
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SUMMARY:Faith and Humor: The Bible's Funniest Stories
DESCRIPTION:Faith and Humor: The Bible’s Funniest Stories \nDr. Michael Chan\, the executive director for Faith and Learning at Concordia College\, Moorhead\, Minnesota\, is the featured speaker at the next offering of the Faith & Life Lecture Series. \nThursday\, November 3\n7:00 p.m.\nSt. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church\n17205 County Road 6\, Plymouth\, Minnesota  \nFor more information: Faith & Life – Public conversations where faith comes to life (faith-and-life.org) \nThe event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/faith-and-humor-the-bibles-funniest-stories/
LOCATION:St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church\, 17205 County Rd 6\, Plymouth\, MN\, 55447\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221019T162853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T162853Z
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SUMMARY:White Church Truths
DESCRIPTION:White Church Truths\nNovember 5\, 9:00am – 3:00pm \nWestminster Presbyterian Church\, Minneapolis \nIn order to work for racial justice there are truths that must be faced\, even about the faith practiced in most Minnesota churches. At White Church Truths we will face the truths hidden in white Christian beliefs and open our eyes more clearly to the future – and white Christians’ role in it. \nIn the U.S. today\, an entire religion has developed around the worship of the dominance\, centrality\, privilege\, and assumed universality of being white. Dr. Michael O. Emerson\, author of “Blacks and Whites in Christian America\,” offers a keynote. A response panel includes Felecia Boone\, DEI consultant for Hennepin County; Rev. Kelly Sherman-Conroy (Lakota)\, Native theologian; and Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis\, Lead Pastor at Plymouth Congregational Church.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/white-church-truths/
LOCATION:Westminster Presbyterian Church\, 1200 Marquette Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55403
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221105T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221005T175738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221005T175738Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Through Grief
DESCRIPTION:Growing Through Grief  \nExperientially focused\, this day retreat will include 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 throughout the day. \nNovember 5\n9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. \nMount Olivet Conference & Retreat Center \nContact person: Rev. Jeremy Bork at jbork@mocrc.org
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/growing-through-grief/
LOCATION:Mount Olivet Conference and Retreat Center
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeremy Bork":MAILTO:jbork@mocrc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221108T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220901T185440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190843Z
UID:12820-1667919600-1667923200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry Gatherings – 2nd Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Meet other youth ministry folks to share ideas\, learn from one another\, and be supported. Part-time\, full-time\, pastors\, and volunteers welcome to join! \nNovember 8 – Summer Plans
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays-3/
LOCATION:Insight Brewing and Taproom\, 2821 E Hennepin Ave\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221110
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220803T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T164625Z
UID:12713-1667952000-1668038399@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Southwestern Minnesota Synod Boundaries Training
DESCRIPTION:Lead by LeaderWise\nMore details and information to come
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/southwest-minnesota-synod-boundaries-training/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220803T164540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T164540Z
UID:12716-1668038400-1668124799@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Southwestern Minnesota Synod Boundaries Training
DESCRIPTION:Lead by LeaderWise\nMore details and information to come
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/southwestern-minnesota-synod-boundaries-training/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221010T184632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221010T201030Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Johnson Symposium
DESCRIPTION:2022 Johnson Symposium on Faith and Society \nThe theme of the 2022 Annual Johnson Symposium at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church in Minneapolis is “Water is Life\,” and features Winona LaDuke and Dr. Diane Jacobson. \nFriday\, November 11; 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nand\nSaturday\, November 12; 9:00 a.m. – Noon  \nThe Johnson Symposium celebrates the ministry of Ronald K. Johnson and Stacy K. Johnson. \nFor more information\, contact Pastor Doug Mork at dmork@htlcmpls.org
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/annual-johnson-symposium/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Lutheran Church\, Minneapolis\, 2730 East 31st Street\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Doug Mork":MAILTO:dmork@htlcmpls.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221101T004126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T004831Z
UID:13107-1668333600-1668339000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Æbleskive Breakfast at St. Peder's
DESCRIPTION:Æbleskive Breakfast at St. Peder’s  \nWhat is an Æbleskive you ask? It is a little ball of delight! Cooked in a special pan\, these spherical delicacies are a cross between a pancake and a popover and topped with powdered sugar. As if they were not delicious enough\, a homemade strawberry sauce accompanies these delightful Danish donuts! Once a year\, St. Peder’s Lutheran Church (the cute church on the corner of 46th and 42nd) cooks up Æbleskiver for the masses at 10:00 a.m. Free will offering; all are welcome! \nNovember 13\, 2022 \n10:00 am -11:30 am \nSt. Peder’s Lutheran Church\n4600 East 42nd Street\nMinneapolis\, MN 55406 \nFor more information: Jeannie Farrell at office@stpeders.org \n  \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/aebleskive-breakfast-at-st-peders/
LOCATION:St. Peder’s Lutheran Church\, 4600 East 42nd Street\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55406
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Jeannie Farrell":MAILTO:office@stpeders.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221205T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T170133Z
UID:13272-1670848200-1670857200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:What is Discipleship in the Information Age?
DESCRIPTION:What is Discipleship in the Information Age? \nCertain core principles of faithful discipleship remain constant — such as telling the truth (1 John 2:24) — but the way disciples practice them in the 21st century may look different from how it looked in the 1st. Faith is a main driver of human behavior and so those who teach it bear additional power and responsibility. \nMonday\, December 12; 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nMinnesota Church Center\n122 West Franklin Avenue\, Minneapolis \nJoin a clergy convening organized by Minnesota Council of Churches and the International Center for Religion and Diplomacy to share what faithful discipleship in the information age means to you. \nFor more information or to register: Peacemakers | Minnesota Council of Churches (mnchurches.org)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/what-is-discipleship-in-the-information-age/
LOCATION:Minnesota Council of Churches\, 122 West Franklin Avenue\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221202T221007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221202T221007Z
UID:13270-1670931000-1670934600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Addiction\, Faith\, Science\, and Public Policy
DESCRIPTION:Addiction\, Faith\, Science\, and Public Policy  \nThe Center of Addiction & Faith is presenting a one-hour free webinar titled “Addiction\, Faith\, Science\, and Public Policy.” Faith communities play a vital role in recovery and prevention. This webinar will explore the reasons why faith and spirituality can be integral to recovery and the critical importance of faith-based groups adopting evidence-based practices. Joining the discussion is Regina LaBelle\, former interim director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy and current director of the Addiction and Public Policy Initiative at the O-Neill Institute of Georgetown University. \nTuesday\, December 13\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.\, Central time\, with 30-minute Q/A followup \nZoom \nFor more information: Louise Olson at https://addictionandfaith.com
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/addiction-faith-science-and-public-policy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Louise Olson":MAILTO:glolro@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20220901T185655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190825Z
UID:12823-1670943600-1670947200@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Youth Ministry Gatherings – 2nd Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Meet other youth ministry folks to share ideas\, learn from one another\, and be supported. Part-time\, full-time\, pastors\, and volunteers welcome to join! \nDecember 13 – Social Time
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays-4/
LOCATION:Bad Weather Brewing Co\, 414 7th St W\, St. Paul\, MN\, 55102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T093432
CREATED:20221206T151825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T151825Z
UID:13284-1671647400-1671652800@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:As the Dark Awaits the Dawn: An Evening Vespers Service for the Winter Solstice
DESCRIPTION:As the Dark Awaits the Dawn: An Evening Vespers Service for the Winter Solstice  \nOn the longest night\, many of us are yearning for a presence stronger than ourselves to carry our load. Come hold your thoughts\, struggles\, and prayers with us\, and throw your burdens into the fire through a shared burning burdens ceremony. This is worship for all\, Lutherans and non-Lutherans alike\, so please invite any of your loved ones who you think would benefit from this shared space. This vespers service will include ecological\, mystic poetry\, and liturgy; and will contemplate the resurrective power of fire\, as well as the resounding value of being in community during our darkest hours of the year. Tree of Life Lutheran’s Sophia Spiegel and other musicians will be leading us in sung worship and a burning burdens ceremony within the service. \nWednesday\, December 21; 6:30 p.m. \nGrace NE Lutheran Church\n1500 6th Street NE\, Minneapolis \nThis service was brought to you by the Good Shepherd Foundation.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/as-the-dark-awaits-the-dawn-an-evening-vespers-service-for-the-winter-solstice/
LOCATION:Grace NE Lutheran Church\, 1500 6th Street NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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