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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:20260403T143323
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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/
LOCATION:MN
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
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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/
LOCATION:MN
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:20260403T143323
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
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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:20260403T143323
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
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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:20260403T143323
CREATED: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:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
CREATED: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:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
CREATED:20220803T164326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T164625Z
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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/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221111
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20220803T164540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T164540Z
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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/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221111T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
CREATED:20221101T004126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T004831Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20221205T170133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T170133Z
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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:20260403T143323
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:20260403T143323
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20221206T151825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221206T151825Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20220901T185944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190805Z
UID:12826-1673362800-1673366400@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! \nJanuary 10 – Other Duties As Assigned (self care & burnout)
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays-5/
LOCATION:Sociable Cider Werks\, 1500 Fillmore St NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230103T175433Z
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SUMMARY:Caring for Gen Z in a Post Pandemic World 
DESCRIPTION:Caring for Gen Z in a Post Pandemic World  \nELCA Youth Ministry Network\, ELCA Youth Ministy\, and the Springtide Research INstitute are partnering in a lunch and learn seminary on “Caring for Gen Z.” Staff from the Springtide Research Institute will share its latest research on the changing “normality” for young adults. This research focuses on what young people are experiencing\, how they view the future\, and what can be done about it. A brief Q/A time will be part of the presentation. \nThursday\, January 12\nNoon – 1:00 p.m.\, Central Standard Time\nZoom  \nTo register: Lunch & Learn: Caring for Gen Z in a Post Pandemic World (office.com) \nQuestions? Contact youth@elca.org \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/caring-for-gen-z-in-a-post-pandemic-world/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230114T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230103T221819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T221833Z
UID:13363-1673710200-1673717400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Living the Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Because homelessness knows no boundaries and kindness knows no limits….and service is for everyone! \nJoin us as we live out the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr in a service event for the whole community!\nRegister online via SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/10c0948ada823a4fac34…\nBy phone: 612-827-6159\nBy email trust@trustinc.org\nDonate $ for kit supplies: https://www.givemn.org/organization/Trust-Inc\nTRUST INC is dedicated to serving and empowering our neighbors by building community that is better together! \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/living-the-legacy/
LOCATION:Richfield Lutheran Church\, 8 West 60th St\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55419\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230103T164755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T172338Z
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SUMMARY:Making All Things New: Addiction and Recovery Seminar 
DESCRIPTION:Making All Things New: Addiction and Recovery Seminar  \nA hope-filled morning\, with Dr. Carla Dahl and Lexi Reed Holtum exploring how faith community can make a difference with those living with substance use disorder\, ans well as for those who love them. \nSaturday\, January 21 \n9:00 – 11:30 a.m.\nShepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church\, 3611 Berens Road\, Prior Lake\, Minnesota \nContact person: Pastor Karen Treat at karentreat@sollc.org \nFor more information: https://www.sollc.org/events/making-all-things-new-addiction-and-recovery-seminar
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/making-all-things-new-addiction-and-recovery-seminar/
LOCATION:Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church\, Prior Lake MN\, 3611 N Berens Rd NW\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Pastor Karen Treat":MAILTO:karentreat@sollc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20221222T193435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T193435Z
UID:13335-1674295200-1674302400@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Youth Safety & Healthy Choices in the Virtual Playground
DESCRIPTION:Cherish All Children invites you to our 6th annual community education event. Faith leaders\, parents\, grandparents\, youth leaders\, mentors – this event is for you! \nCyberbullying\, texting\, screen time\, toxic images – learn how you can support youth in developing a healthy sense of self and staying clear of online exploitation. \nSpeakers include Alison Feigh\, Director of the Jacob Wetterling Resource Center\, a program of the Zero Abuse Project and Joy McElroy\, Director of Cherish All Children. \nFind out more information and register for this FREE hybrid event HERE. \nQuestions? Email info@cherishallchildren.org or contact Joy McElroy 651.207.3357.
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/supporting-youth-safety-healthy-choices-in-the-virtual-playground/
LOCATION:Lutheran Social Service\, 2485 Como Ave\, Saint Paul\, MN\, 55108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230103T171808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230103T171808Z
UID:13350-1676109600-1676124000@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:A Story of Hope from the Holy Land
DESCRIPTION:A Story of Hope from the Holy Land  \nJoin Rabbi Andrea London\, the Rev. Dr. Michael Nabors\, and the Rev. Daniel Tallon Ruen for a story of interfaith and intercultural pilgrimage. U.S. religious and ethnic diversity interacts with the beauty\, struggle\, and complexity of the Holy Land. A discussion about current issues and challenges will be part of the event. \nSaturday\, February 11\n10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \nSt. Anthony Park Lutheran\, 2323 Como Avenue\, St. Paul \nRSVP for lunch at $15 per person: office@saplc.org or (651) 645-0371
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/a-story-of-hope-from-the-holy-land/
LOCATION:St. Anthony Park Lutheran\, 2323 Como Avenue\, St. Paul\, Minnesota\, 55108
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church":MAILTO:office@saplc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20220901T190216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T190742Z
UID:12831-1676386800-1676394000@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! \nFebruary 14 – Let’s Talk About Sex
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/youth-ministry-gatherings-2nd-tuesdays-6/
LOCATION:Utepils Brewing\, 225 Thomas Ave N #700\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230208T152009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T152125Z
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SUMMARY:A Day Lenten Journey
DESCRIPTION:A Day Lenten Journey  \nAttend this day retreat with Rev. Dr. Karoline Lewis in-person or virtually for an in-depth study of the “I Am” statements of Jesus\, so together may we enter the season of Lent with new perspective and grounding hope. \nTuesday\, February 21 \n9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.\nMount Olivet Conference and Retreat Center\n7984 257th Street West\, Farmington \nContact: Jeremy Bork at jbork@mocrc.org
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/a-day-lenten-journey/
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:20230221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T143323
CREATED:20230123T171030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T171030Z
UID:13441-1677002400-1677009600@mpls-synod.org
SUMMARY:Trauma and Its Healing
DESCRIPTION:Trauma & Its Healing  \nTrauma includes any disturbing experience that elicits a highly negative emotional response. The speaker is Dr. Patricia Fosarelli\, M.D\, M.Div. This event is sponsored by the Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association. \nTuesday\, February 21 \n6:00 – 8:00 p.m. \nZoom  \nFor more information: https://elpna.org/page-18165 \n  \n 
URL:https://mpls-synod.org/event/trauma-and-its-healing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Lutheran Faith Community Nurse Association":MAILTO:cjdeschepper@gmail.com
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