Leipzig Partnership Conversation

Online

Join the Minneapolis Area Synod Leipzig Partnership Team for a webinar about our partnership with the Leipzig District (Evangelical Lutheran Church in Saxony). This presentation will include time for Pastor Adam White and Pastor Eric Luedtke to share about their experience at the ELCA Wittenberg Center in November and reflections on the church in Leipzig [...]

Tool Kit

St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington 8400 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United States

Join us for the Minneapolis Area Synod Tool Kit - a morning of learning and community building for church leaders. Agenda 8:15 a.m. Registration opens 9:00 a.m. Large group gathering with update from Bishop Nagel 9:30 a.m. Break 9:45 a.m. Round One Workshops 10:45 a.m. Break 11:00 a.m. Round Two Workshops 12:00 p.m. Adjourn Workshop [...]

The Current Landscape: An Online Conversation with Global Refuge

In recent months, Global Refuge (formerly LIRS) has been in the news because of their work with refugees and New Americans.  Rev. Jon Buuck, Rev. David Wangaard, and Karla Leitzman from Global Refuge will lead an online conversation about the current landscape of services for refugees, share future programs, and answer any questions attendees may have. Global [...]

Synod Assembly

Join us for the Minneapolis Area Synod Assembly. Friday evening: Worship at Bethlehem Lutheran - Twin Cities Saturday: Business at Lord of Life, Ramsey To-do lists, resources, and registration are on the Synod Assembly web page.  

Communicators Gathering

Woodlake Lutheran Church 7525 Oliver Ave S, Richfield, MN, United States

The church communicators of the Minneapolis Area Synod are invited to come together to share their materials and get feedback from their counterparts. Register >

MAS Retired Rostered Leaders Gathering

Minnesota Church Center 122 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Retired Rostered Leaders of the Minneapolis Area Synod are invited you to gather the afternoon of Wednesday, August 6, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. at the Synod Office (Minnesota Church Center) 122 W. Franklin Ave., Minneapolis, in the Assembly Room on the 1st floor. The purpose of the time is: to (re)connect with one another, to [...]

Churchwide Assembly Debrief Call

Online

A panel of Churchwide Assembly members will be hosting a Zoom call to recap the business that took place at Churchwide Assembly. Hop on to hear more and ask questions.   Let Us Know You'll Be There

Learn Together Over Lunch Series: Minnesota Paid Leave Program

Online

Are you ready for Minnesota Paid Leave?  Effective January 1, 2026, most Minnesota employees will be eligible for up to 12 weeks of job protected paid medical and/or family leave. This is a state-run program funded by premiums paid by employers and employees.  Attend this webinar led by Jewelie Grape, the Minneapolis Area Synod's attorney, [...]

Region 3 Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Leaders

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Participants will explore their own relationship to power, boundaries, and authority, gaining insights into how these dynamics shape their leadership. Beyond personal reflection, the workshop will also equip leaders to actively foster wise boundary-setting skills in the young people they serve. Through discussion and practical strategies, attendees will be empowered to nurture healthy, trust-filled ministry [...]