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Learn Together Over Lunch Series: Minnesota Paid Leave Program
OnlineAre 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, [...]
Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering – September
Nine Mile Brewing 9555 James Ave S Suite 290, Bloomington, MN, United StatesSeptember Youth Ministry Gathering Why is CYF important? Networking and Support
Region 3 Healthy Boundaries Training for CYF Leaders
OnlineParticipants 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 [...]
Bishop’s Theological Conference
Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center 2100 Arrowwood Ln, Alexandria, MN, United States2025 Bishop’s Theological Conference “Baptism in Muddy Waters” September 28 – 30, 2025 Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center, Alexandria Life has a way of stirring up the waters around us, doesn’t it? Endings and beginnings, joy and grief, fear and trust swirl together like silt in a river. In those murky, sacred places, God meets [...]
Visit with Archbishop Musa Filibus
Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church 5011 S 31st Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesArchbishop Musa Panti Filibus, from the Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (one of our Global Companion Synods) is visiting Minnesota in September and October! His visit coincides with the Bishop's Theological Conference, The Conference of Bishops meeting, and the installation of Bishop-Elect Yehiel Curry. The LCCN and Minneapolis area congregations, organizations, and the Synod have been companions in [...]
Installation of the Presiding Bishop
Central Lutheran Church 333 S 12th St., Minneapolis, MN, United StatesThe installation of the next presiding bishop, Rev. Yehiel Curry, is open to the public, and tickets are not required. Doors open at 1:00 p.m. Central time, and worship begins at 2:00 p.m. A public reception to greet the new presiding bishop will be held at Central Lutheran following the installation. Complimentary parking will be [...]
Welcome (Back) Event
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church St. Paul, MN, United StatesThe Twin Cities CYF ELCA Team invites all people who serve in CYF ministries to the annual Welcome (Back) Event. Leaders will gather together to celebrate the coming year and share ideas, resources, and excitement! Register >
Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering – October
October Youth Ministry Gathering Summer Plans: Trips and VBS Location TBD
MAS Retired Rostered Leaders Gathering
Retired Rostered Leaders of the Minneapolis Area Synod are invited you to gather the afternoon of Thursday, October 23, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. More details and RSVP coming soon.
Fall 2025 Joint Ministerium
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 3115 Victoria Street North, Roseville, MN, United StatesRostered ministers in the Saint Paul and Minneapolis Area Synods are invited to gather for worship, fellowship, and reflection on Semper Reformanda (“always reforming”). Augsburg University President Dr. Paul Pribbenow, an esteemed leader in higher education, will be the featured presenter. He will speak about recent executive orders and changing demographics that impact all colleges [...]