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Luther Seminary’s Annual Rutlen Lecture on Faith and Creation
Luther Seminary 2481 Como Ave, St. Paul, MN, United StatesThis year’s Rutlen Lecture on Faith and Creation will explore the value of God’s creation in Job and for us all in the face of climate crises. Brown will address questions such as: What would it be like to read the story of Job by reading the ending first? How does one understand the book [...]
Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lecture
Luther College 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA, United StatesThe Rev. Yehiel Curry, Presiding Bishop of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will offer keynote remarks at Luther College’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Day lecture on Monday, January 19, 2026, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall. The theme of the day and Curry’s talk is “Courage for the Common Good.” Supported [...]
Stories the Land Holds: Housing and Inequity
Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd 4801 France Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesIntroducing “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 [...]
ELCA Youth Ministry Network Extravaganza
Hyatt Regency at the Arch 315 Chestnut Street, St. Louis, MO, United StatesThe Extravaganza is a four-day leadership event for ELCA congregational leaders in children's, youth, young adult, and outdoor ministry. Extravaganza is about faith formation. Extravaganza is about helping you in your ministry. Extravaganza is about renewal, education and connection. Intensive Care Courses: January 29-30, 2026 The Main Event: January 30-February 2, 2026 This event runs Friday evening through Monday noon with optional pre-conference add-ons on Thursday [...]
YAGM Info Session
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 [...]
Webinar: Safety in Faith Communities
OnlineDoes your faith community have a plan to manage medical emergencies and reduce your liability? Are your safety policies and procedures up-to-date? Who’s responsible for first aid supplies and AED care? Are protections in place for children, youth [...]
Stories the Land Holds: Race and History
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 [...]
Foundations of Faith Community Nursing Course
OnlineFor RNs who wish to practice as Faith Community Nurses, this course provides 36 hours of continuing education credit and prepares RNs to lead health ministries in faith communities or other communities. 15 modules include Spiritual Care, Advocacy, Prayer, Documentation, Care Coordination. Outstanding review from students! Dates: 2/22, 2/26, 3/8, 3/12, 3/22 More information >
Joint Religious Legislative Coalition’s 2026 Day on the Hill
Central Presbyterian Church 500 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN, United StatesSave the date - more information coming
Play Ball and Connect: A Desert Sojourn Retreat
Spirit in the Desert Retreat Center 7415 E Elbow Bend Road, Carefree, AZ, United StatesBack by popular demand! This Spring Training retreat returns to Spirit in the Desert March 10-13, 2026 Join us 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 [...]