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Webinar: MN Paid Leave Program
Join this webinar with attorney Jewelie Grape to find out more information about Minnesota Paid Leave. If you have questions you would like to be discussed at the webinar, please email them to Liz Farmer. Join on Zoom >
Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) Gathering
Minnesota Church Center 122 W Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesSince 1990, leaders from the Minneapolis Area Synod have visited Nigeria and maintained a companion synod relationship. Individuals and communities who have a history of partnership with the Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) and those who are interested in starting a new partnership are invited to gather and connect. When we're together, we [...]
Children & Youth Ministry Monthly Gathering – December
Tamarack Taproom 8418 Tamarack Village, Woodbury, MN, United StatesDecember Youth Ministry Gathering Social Time
Synod Office Closed – Christmas
The Synod Office will be closed the afternoon of December 24, and all day December 25, and 26. If you need to reach a Synod staff member in case of emergency, call 612-230-3308.
Synod Office Closed – New Year’s Eve/Day
The Synod Office will be closed the afternoon of December 31, and all day January 1. If you need to reach a Synod staff member in case of emergency, call 612-230-3308.
Monthly Youth Ministry Gathering – January
January Youth Ministry Gathering Liturgical Seasons: Doing Them Differently Location TBD
Quarterly Racial Justice Gathering – January
Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Minneapolis 2315 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MNJoin the Minneapolis Area Synod's Racial Justice Team at their quarterly gathering.
January 2026 Ministerium
Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Maple Grove 7401 County Rd 101, Maple Grove, MN, United StatesRostered leaders are invited for a time of worship, learning, and collegiality. Dr. Lori Brandt Hale will be speaking on Dietrich Bonhoeffer's central question “Who is Christ for us today.” Registration information coming soon
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 [...]
Conference Assemblies: Bloomington, South Minneapolis, and Crosstown Conferences
St. John's Lutheran, Minneapolis 4842 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesSave the date - more information to come!