Synod
January 2024 Ministerium
Oak Knoll Lutheran Church, Minnetonka 600 Hopkins Crossroad, Minnetonka, MN, United StatesSome say you can summarize Martin Luther’s theology in two words: “grace” and “vocation.” And, you could also say that Luther expanded the meaning of each word. Grace is sufficient (period). Grace is for all (no exceptions). And, with his theology of the “priesthood of all believers,” Luther was clear that each and every Christian [...]
Conference Assemblies
Every voice matters. Our Church needs lay and rostered voting members to participate in Conference Assemblies in preparation for Synod Assembly in May. Please let your lay voting members know! REGISTER What are Conference Assemblies? The congregations of the Minneapolis Area Synod are organized into 12 geographic conferences. These conferences are led by a dean, and [...]
Children’s Ministry Gathering
St. Stephen Lutheran, Bloomington 8400 France Ave S, Bloomington, MN, United StatesChildren's Ministry Gathering Join other Children's Ministry staff and volunteers in person at St. Stephen's Lutheran, Bloomington, for a conversation about safety and creating a safe space for children. DIscussion will include how to implement being a safe place at church. Hear from other ministry leaders and bring your own ideas. Monday, February 12; 1:00 [...]
ELCA Youth Gathering Info Session
Minneapolis Area Synod Office 122 W Franklin Ave, #600, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesWhether you’re registered or still deciding where to head this summer, join your synod champions, Kelsey Young (Saint Paul) and John Hulden (Minneapolis), for a Gathering 2024 Information Session on Thursday, February 29, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., at the Synod Office. We’ll go over details of what to expect for each day of the Gathering, share ideas [...]
Communicators Retreat
Mt. Olivet Retreat Center 7984 257th St W, Farmington, MN, United StatesChurch Communicators, Get Away for a Day! Thursday, March 7, 2024 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mt. Olivet Retreat Center, Farmington Cost: $55 Includes snacks, lunch, presenter Agenda 9:00 - 9:30 Arrive, snack, socialize 9:30 - 10:00 Get to know each other 10:00 - 12:00 Presentation about using AI in your congregation 12:00 - [...]
Bishop Nominee Forum
Our Saviour's Lutheran, East Bethel 19001 Jackson St NE, East Bethel, United StatesCome and meet the candidates for bishop of the 2024 Minneapolis Area Synod bishop election.
Bishop Nominee Forum
Immanuel Lutheran Church 16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie, MN, United StatesCome and meet the candidates for bishop of the 2024 Minneapolis Area Synod bishop election.
Bishop Nominee Forum
Bethel Lutheran Church, Minneapolis 4120 17th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesCome and meet the candidates for bishop of the 2024 Minneapolis Area Synod bishop election.
Bishop Nominee Forum – Online
OnlineHop online and meet the candidates for bishop of the 2024 Minneapolis Area Synod bishop election. Join the webinar >
Budget Hearing and Electronic Voting Training (Zoom)
OnlineGet ready for the Synod Assembly by hearing from the synod treasurer about the proposed budget and practicing the electronic voting 6:00 Budget Hearing 7:00 Electronic Voting Training Please register for the Zoom call in advance >