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2025 Aus Memorial Lecture
Luther Seminary 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, United StatesIn 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
OnlineThe 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
OnlineConversations 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 UniversityThe 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 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!
Learn to Paint with the Gentleman Artist, Robert Coleman
Theodore Wirth Park 1301 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Golden Valley, MN, United StatesTheodore 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 [...]
Prepare to Quit: Equipping Others for Readiness to Change
OnlinePrepare to Quit: Equipping Others for Readiness to Change is a one-hour free webinar hosted by the Center of Addiction & Faith. This webinar is designed for ministry leaders, professionals and lay leaders who support individuals struggling with Alcohol use and other substances. Rose Ann Forte, author, coach and course creator, presents Prepare to Quit, [...]
Gather Twin Cities at the Saints Game
CHS Field 360 N Broadway St, St. Paul, MN, United StatesJoin Gather Twin Cities for an evening of fun at the ball field. Tickets will be ordered individually, but please RSVP by direct messaging Gather on Facebook, Instagram or emailing gathertwincities@gmail.com. Meet-up information will be shared closer to the date.