Community
Alternative Gift Market at Christ Memorial
Christ Memorial Lutheran Church Plymouth, MN, United StatesSelect from 25+ local and international charities as alternative gifts for friends and family. Fair trade items also available for purchase.
Advent Concert & Cookie Exchange
St. James Lutheran, Crystal 6700 46th Place North , Crystal, MN, United StatesJoin some amazing musicians for an afternoon of Advent music at St. James. There will be a free will offering taken for Agate Housing & Services. There will also be a cookie exchange following the event; bring cookies, eat some, and take a few home!
Silent Retreat Week
Mt. Olivet Retreat Center 7984 257th St W, Farmington, MN, United StatesBetween the busyness of Thanksgiving and Christmas, give yourself the gift of stillness. Rest in a comfortable hotel-style room, enjoy nutritious meals prepared by our professional chefs, and restore your spirit with access to peaceful amenities—indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, cozy lounges, miles of trails, fire pits, a meditation room, and more. More information >
Faith & Life Conversation: Antisemitism
Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesFaith and Life Conversation Patrick LaCombe, Steve Hunegs, and Joel Quie strive to address the issue called, “The Longest Hatred”. Before a business career, Patrick spent 14 years at the State Department supporting the transition from Communism to democracy and free markets in Central and East Europe. He served the State Department in Poland in [...]
December Western Suburbs CYF Network Gathering
Trinity Lutheran Church, Long Lake 2060 County Road 6, Long Lake, MN, United StatesThe Western Suburbs CYF Ministry Network meets the second Thursday of each month to Renew, Educate, and Connect. Everyone is welcome! This month they are talking about local service opportunities for all sizes and ages. Great start when looking forward to summer programs!
National Lutheran Choir Christmas Festival
Basilica of Saint Mary, MinneapolisCome, Dwell with Us: A Christmas Festival Join the National Lutheran Choir under Artistic Director Jennaya Robison for Come, Dwell with Us: A Christmas Festival. This beloved festival features a new Christmas carol by acclaimed Minnesota composer Jocelyn Hagen alongside works by Mark Butler, Gwyneth Walker, and Rosephanye Powell, as well as cherished favorites like Morten Lauridsen’s O Magnum [...]
Bevies with the Bishops
Norseman Distillery 451 Taft St NE, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesYoung Adults (18-35) of the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to join Bishops Patricia Lull and Jen Nagel for an "Ask Them Anything" event.
Churches with Childcare Programs Gathering
Minneapolis Area Synod Office 122 W Franklin Ave, #600, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesLeaders in churches with childcare programs are invited to gather to connect, share, network, and learn from each other in this quarterly gathering. Email Pastor Ashley Osborn or Pastor Joanna Mitchell with questions.
Called to One Another
Holiday Inn, Alexandria 5637 MN-29, Alexandira, MN, United StatesA leadership summit for female-identifying and non-binary Rostered Ministers in Region 3 - ELCA. Gather for a time of honest conversation and exploration of what makes a "quality call" experience. Our time together will be shared in scripture study, small groups, experiential learning, and the belief that "the wisdom is already in the room." Eight [...]
YAGM Info Sessions
OnlineThe Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) team are hosting two info sessions on January 12 and January 30. Young adults (ages 21 - 35) are invited to attend this session to learn more about the YAGM program and get their questions answered ahead of the application deadlines. If you are a young adult interested [...]